Economy Class & Beyond

Emirates kicks off cabin refresh programme

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Emirates has been talking about its planned Airbus A380 and Boeing 777-300ER cabin refit programme for some time. Well, it seems the first aircraft has now entered the hangar for the work. The programme is planned to last two years, encompassing 120 aircraft. The first refit After completing flight EK928 from Cairo to Dubai on Monday, A6-EVM was steered to … [Read more...]

Emirates and Air Canada commence their codeshare

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After being teased, Emirates and Air Canada have announced the launch of their codeshare programme. The new partnership will allow customers of the carriers to enjoy seamless connectivity to 46 markets spanning three continents, including destinations across the Americas, the Middle East, Africa, Southeast Asia, and the Indian subcontinent. The first codeshare tickets … [Read more...]

Iberia to switch to revenue based Avios earning, British Airways to follow

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It seems that Iberia is switching over to a revenue-based model on how to earn miles. And it is only going to spread it seems...   Iberia Airbus A330-300 at London Heathrow - Image, Economy Class and Beyond For those who accumulate miles using Iberia Plus, soon the airline will switch to how you gain miles, with all purchases of part of a ticket counting to your … [Read more...]

STARLUX Airlines take delivery of their first Airbus A350

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STARLUX Airlines have taken delivery of their first Airbus A350, making them the latest operator of the type. The aircraft is the first of 18 A350-900s to join the carrier and will fly alongside the A330neo and A321neo at the airline in an all-Airbus fleet. STARLUX has configured their new A350s in a four-class layout, featuring four suites in First Class, 26 seats … [Read more...]

Airplane Art – Delta Air Lines Airbus A330-200 at London Heathrow

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It's Sunday again (or just after), so it must be time for some more Airplane Art. This week, we have a Delta Air Lines Airbus A330-200 resting at London Heathrow Airport between flights. Delta Air Lines operate a fleet of 11 Airbus A330-200 aircraft in its long-haul fleet. The airline also operates the Airbus A330-300, Airbus A330-900neo, Airbus A350-900, Boeing … [Read more...]

Last Week at Economy Class and Beyond (29th October)

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As we head to the height of the "Spooky Season" (whoever came up with that term...), it's time for a not-so-spooky Last Week at Economy Class and Beyond. Halloween? We're fast heading towards Christmas in Birmingham (Victoria Square, Birmingham).  Chicago Snapshots  It's almost as if I plan things and have a publishing schedule or something. Here are the key … [Read more...]

Air Côte d’Ivoire signs for two A330neo aircraft

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Air Côte d’Ivoire has signed a firm order for two Airbus A330neo aircraft to support its growth.  The agreement was announced at Airbus headquarters in Toulouse, in the presence of Amadou Koné, Minister of Transport of Côte d’Ivoire, Laurent Loukou, CEO of Air Côte d’Ivoire, General Abdoulaye Coulibaly, President of Air … [Read more...]

British Airways to restore full Club World Service

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It's been some time, but British Airways is finally restoring its full Club World catering service. The return to full service will include new enhanced standards of dining where each course is served to customers individually, as opposed to offering the meal on one tray. For those customers wanting to maximise their sleep on board, the airline is also … [Read more...]

UK Department for Transport to increase rail fare evasion fines

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A lot of people pay the train fare, make a face and move on. Some don't however and they can be subject to penalty fare fines.In the past, this was £20. This will now be increased to up to £100 from the 2nd of January 2023. It's going to be even more crucial that you have a valid ticket for your journey. The penalty charge is reduced from £100 to £50 … [Read more...]