Economy Class & Beyond

Porter Airlines takes delivery of their first two Embraer E195-E2

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 Porter Airlines dream of its Toronto Pearson hub took a leap forward today, with the first two Embraer E195-E2 aircraft being delivered to the airline. The first two Porter Embraer E195-E2 aircraft - Image, Porter Airlines The first two of 50 Embraer E195-E2 ordered by Porter Airlines have been delivered in a ceremony at Embraer’s HQ in Brazil. In the … [Read more...]

SAS to add new summer services from Scandinavia to the USA

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SAS is expanding its transatlantic operation, with planes to start new services from Denmark and Sweden. The new routes from Aalborg (Denmark) and Gothenburg (Sweden) will be able to fly directly to New York (Newark) three times weekly. They will utilise the Airbus A321 Long Range (A321LR) to operate these routes. The aircraft is configured in a three-class … [Read more...]

Ryanair increases Belfast International presence for 2023

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Ryanair is ramping up its presence for 2023 at Belfast International Airport, with new plans for the season ahead. The airline has confirmed it plans to operate 4 additional routes for Summer’23, as part of its return to the airport. The return to Belfast International will consist of 16 total routes, with the four new routes being Budapest, Cardiff, Mallorca, and … [Read more...]

Condor accepts its first Airbus A330-900neo

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Condor of Germany has been busy with its new Airbus A330-900neo, culminating in the airline taking delivery of its first aircraft. Condor A330-900neo at Frankfurt - Image, Condor The first aircraft passed its customer delivery flight on the 16th of December, with the first aircraft delivered to Frankfurt on the 19th of December. The aircraft, with the … [Read more...]

Finnair to expand Asia services for Summer 2023

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Whilst Finnair has suffered since certain airspaces have been closed to them, the airline is making a major play for Summer 2023, with flights added for the season to Asia. Finnair Airbus A350-900 approaching its gate at London Heathrow - Image, Economy Class and Beyond Let us break down the details: Helsinki to Osaka - Resumes with three weekly flights from 26th … [Read more...]

Christmas Travel in the UK – it’s going to be tough this year

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If you're in the UK or are planning to come to the UK, expect things to take a little longer - or be prepared to make alternative travel plans, as a number of strikes are about to hit. UK Border Strike The Public and Commercial Services Union (PCS) is calling out its members on strike over the holiday period. It will impact the following ports of entry: London … [Read more...]

Airplane Art – United Airlines Boeing 787-10 on final approach to Chicago O’Hare International

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It's Sunday again, so it must be time for some more Airplane Art. This week, we have a United Airlines Boeing 787-10 Dreamliner on final approach to Chicago O'Hare International International Airport as it completes a long-haul trip. United Airlines operates a fleet of 17 Boeing 787-10 Dreamliners in its long haul fleet - with many more to come, with the airline … [Read more...]

SNAPSHOT: easyJet 1493 Geneva Airport to Birmingham Airport

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It's time for another Snapshot, as I take a look at the passenger experience on easyJet Switzerland 1493 between Geneva Airport and Birmingham Airport. In case you’ve forgotten how we do travel write-ups on Economy Class and Beyond, I have two major travel writing styles: Trip Reports – These are full deep-dive reports taking you into the experience … [Read more...]

Last Week at Economy Class and Beyond (17th December)

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It's that time of the week again, when I start assembling links and add witty commentary, whilst trying to enjoy a Gin and Tonic whilst typing. Welcome to Last Week at Economy Class and Beyond. A much quieter than usual Birmingham New Street. Thank the strike action...  SNAPSHOTS: Geneva Trip Two of the Snapshots made it out - the third will make it out sometime … [Read more...]