Economy Class & Beyond

Avolon commits for 40 more Boeing 737 MAX family aircraft

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Avolon (a lessor based out of Dublin, Ireland), has made a commitment to order 40 Boeing 737 MAX aircraft. The aircraft are scheduled for delivery between 2027 and 2030 - although it is unlikely that the aircraft will ever be delivered in this house livery, rather they will in the livery of Avolon's customers.  No distinct breakdowns of the commitment of … [Read more...]

The Elizabeth Line prepares to take its final form

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The 21st of May is an important day for the Elizabeth Line and the Crossrail project, as the full peak timetable will finally go into effect.   It's a rather big change, with a train operating in the core section roughly every two and a half minutes between Paddington and Whitechapel at peak time with frequencies increased to up to 24 trains per hour in … [Read more...]

Heathrow Airport gears up for the Coronation… with Luggage tags

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With the coronation of King Charles III upcoming, there are going to be more companies and organisations joining the bandwagon to celebrate. Heathrow Airport is joining in - with the airport set to release an exclusive run of commemorative luggage tags to mark the Coronation. Heathrow is set to welcome 12,000 flights in the 10 days around the coronation – … [Read more...]

JetBlue finally shows a timetable for its Amsterdam service

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Well, it seems that JetBlue has got the guts to show a timetable and release tickets for sale for its new Amsterdam service. Let us dive in. Onto the timetable, where JetBlue seemed to have gained rather good slots for its operation. New York-JFK to Amstedam Schiphol B62288 DEPART JFK 22:00 ARRIVE AMS 11:35+1 B62289 DEPART AMS 13:15 ARRIVE JFK 16:00 Commences: … [Read more...]

BA Euroflyer to operate a new buy on board menu from Gatwick

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British Airways’ Gatwick-based short-haul subsidiary, BA Euroflyer, has expanded the options for customers to purchase in Euro Traveller (economy class) and launched new seasonal menus in Club Europe (business class). Punchy Drinks are available too - Image, British Airways.  The airline has worked with Tourvest to expand its onboard offering by introducing … [Read more...]

ANA plans a major increase of services to China.

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All Nippon Airways (ANA) is preparing to increase capacity between Japan and China, as well as adding capacity to Munich. The airline is increasing capacity out of Toyko and Osaka to destinations across China and Hong Kong, as well as an extra flight a week to Munich. Breaking down the list of the connectivity between Japan and China: Tokyo Narita - Dalian - … [Read more...]

Emirates to add Montreal to its network

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Emirates is gearing up to launch its second Canadian gateway, with the planned launch of a service between Dubai and Montreal. Emirates Boeing 777-300ER - Image, Economy Class and Beyond  The new route will commence on the 5th of July, operating a daily service between the two cities. Montréal becomes Emirates’ second gateway in Canada, complementing its passenger … [Read more...]

Last Week at Economy Class and Beyond (22nd April)

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It's that time of the week after I've woken up after a long sleep and tried to do something with the day - and try to collect all the links into one friendly thing that might make sense when I started typing this introduction. Yes, it's time for Last Week at Economy Class and Beyond. Centenary Square, Central Birmingham  TRIP REPORT: Back in the Groove This week, … [Read more...]

TRIP REPORT: Back into the Groove – The Hyatt Regency O’Hare

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Back in the Groove The Hyatt Regency O'Hare Something a little different? Maybe…  Off to the Land of Milk and Honey. I mean Heathrow Terminal 5 British Airways Galleries Lounge (South Lounge Complex)  British Airways BA295 – London Heathrow to Chicago O’Hare (Club World) Into the USA, Crowne Plaza O’Hare Hyatt Regency … [Read more...]