Economy Class & Beyond

Airplane Art – Virgin Atlantic Boeing 787-9s at London Heathrow Airport

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It's Sunday again, so it must be time for more Airplane Art. This week, we have a pair of Virgin Atlantic Boeing 787s lining up at the South Runway at Heathrow Airport as they prepare to head off to long-haul destinations. Virgin Atlantic operates a fleet of 17 Boeing 787-9 aircraft in its fleet, with the airline also flying the Airbus A330-300, Airbus A330-900neo and … [Read more...]

Last Week at Economy Class and Beyond (30th September)

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As the nights draw in a little earlier, and the summer dreams turn into autumn plans, it's time to look back as we close out September and head into October.Yep - it's time for Last Week at Economy Class and Beyond. Of sunnier evenings. Heading towards Centenary Square through Paradise, with the Hall of Memory in front  New Aircraft News Air Canada shops for more … [Read more...]

Cathay Group formally signs for 32 Airbus A320neo family aircraft

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It seems after mooting the move, the Cathay Group (as it likes to be known now), has formally placed an order for 32 Airbus A320neo family aircraft. These are a follow-on order, as the airline continues to invest in expanding and modernising its fleet. The agreement doubles the Cathay Group’s total orders for the A320neo Family to 64, of which 13 have already been … [Read more...]

KLM opens two Crown Lounges in North America

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KLM Royal Dutch Airlines is increasing its lounge footprint - introducing its Crown Lounge concept to North America, with two locations opening. The opening of the lounge in Toronto. From left to right: Laurenske van den Heuvel (Deputy Consul General, Toronto General Consulate of Netherlands), Christina Wendland (Station Manager Toronto, Air France), … [Read more...]

Lufthansa to refit cabins in some of their A320 fleet

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It seems that Lufthansa's short to mid-haul fleet is in line for a refresh as the airline announces a cabin refit. The cabin interior refit aims to offer more space inside it to create a premium atmosphere.  Lufthansa will commence the refit in spring 2025, the company will successively equip 38 Airbus A320s already flying for Lufthansa with the new cabin. The airline has … [Read more...]

Gatwick Airport imposes temporary movement limits

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Over the past few days, Gatwick Airport has been suffering from cancellations and delays due to staff shortages.  Well, it seems action is coming - although for some people or airlines, it will involve further cancellations. The airport has taken firm action along with NATS which operates the London Gatwick air traffic control tower. The action will restrict movements and … [Read more...]

Southampton Airport opens its runway extension

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Southampton Airport has been busy, with the airport officially opening its runway extension. The runway is now extended by 164 metres. This now makes the runway 1887 meters long, with the works commended in April 2024, for a rapid conclusion and its official opening on the 21st of September. The works which are valued at £ 17 million are to allow the airport to … [Read more...]

Air France-KLM Group signs for additional Airbus A350 aircraft

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There are more orders afoot today, with Air France-KLM Group announcing they're pressing the accelerator on their fleet renewal. Air France Airbus A350-900 arriving at Chicago O'Hare - Image, Economy Class and Beyond The group is signing initially for 50 Airbus A350 family aircraft - with purchase rights for 40 additional aircraft - to accelerate the renewal of its … [Read more...]

Air Canada shops for more Boeing 787-10 aircraft

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It seems Air Canada is continuing its fleet renewal, with the airline selecting Boeing 787-10 aircraft to join its fleet. Air Canada Boeing 787-10, Rendering, Air Canada/The Boeing Company.  The airline has placed a firm order with  The Boeing Company for 18 Boeing 787-10 Dreamliner aircraft, with operations for a further 12. This order substitutes for an order of two … [Read more...]