Economy Class & Beyond

Out of office

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I’m out of the office today. Coverage on the blog resumes much later. There maybe some travel tech reviews going live later as well as a couple of other things…. … [Read more...]

Minutes to go (the joy of early morning travel)

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It’s just after (checks watch) 3:38am as I write this. I thought I had this travel thing down to a tee. Boy, was I wrong. It’s been some time since I’ve needed to do the early morning coach to Heathrow - something I haven’t missed if I’m remotely honest. But today… it’s been more challenging than ever, not … [Read more...]

Etihad adds a summer route to Nice

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Etihad is adding summer routes out of its Abu Dhabi hub, with the airline adding Nice, France to the network. The new service will operate between Abu Dhabi and Nice twice a week from the 15th June. Ethiad plans to utilise a Boeing 787-9 on this route, connecting the two cities. Nice is the fifth summer route to be announced by Etihad Airways for 2022 after … [Read more...]

Breeze Airways partners with ViaSat to deliver inflight connectivity aboard their Airbus A220-300 fleet

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Breeze Airways has chosen a partner for inflight connectivity - and it's Viasat.  Breeze Airways Airbus A220-300, with the Viasat raydome mounted - Image, Viasat  Viasat will outfit Breeze’s complete Airbus A220-300 fleet with its in-flight connectivity (IFC) solution. Breeze has 80 Airbus A220s on order with an option for an additional 40. While Breeze … [Read more...]

Ouigo Vitesse Classique prepares to start operations

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SNCF's Ouigo operation is expanding, with its Vitesse Classique operation getting ready to start operations on the 11th of April. What can you expect? Corail coaches and broken nose trains. Starting 11th April - Image Ouigo/SNCF. Some of you know might know Ouigo, which currently operates high-speed trains in France, is akin to a low-cost operation. The Vitesse … [Read more...]

Airplane Art – TAP Air Portugal Airbus A320 arriving at London Heathrow

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It's Sunday again, so it must be time for some more Airplane Art. This week, we have a TAP Air Portugal Airbus A320 arriving at London Heathrow Airport, completing a flight from its home base of Lisbon Airport.  TAP Air Portugal operates a fleet of 13 Airbus A320ceo aircraft in its short to medium-haul fleet. The airline also operates Airbus A319, Airbus A321, as well … [Read more...]

Last Week at Economy Class and Beyond – 5th/6th March

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It's that time of the week again when I attempt to condense the week into a few headlines and bullet points. Yes, it's Last Week at Economy Class and Beyond. Shopping... but do it a little posher - Touchwood Centre, Solihull. Routes and Networks Emerald Airlines takes to the air for Aer Lingus - Emerald takes to the air at last. Aer Lingus adds San Francisco back … [Read more...]

MIRUS Aircraft Seating certifies its HAWK seat for the Boeing 737 family

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Mirus Aircraft Seating has been working away, at it seems they're working on its Hawk seat, with it now available for more aircraft types.  The MIRUS Hawk Seat - Image. Mirus Aircraft Seating The Hawk seat will be available for both Boeing 737 and A320 family aircraft and is certified for multiple aisle widths, providing greater choice for airline customers. What is … [Read more...]