Economy Class & Beyond

Airbus delivers its first A350 assembled in China to China Eastern

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It is another move forward for Airbus as it expands its manufacturing and assembly beyond Europe - with the handover of the first A350 assembled in Tianjin The A350 was completed at Airbus’s widebody completion & delivery centre in Tianjin (C&DC), China. As for the customer - the A350-900 aircraft was delivered to China Eastern Airlines, the … [Read more...]

Do I have to wear a mask on public transport in the UK?

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Well, the title sums up what we're talking about here - a simple, easy to understand guide if you are mandated to wear a mask on public transport providers/groups. In this post, we are covering the major providers only - It is up to you to double-check before you travel.  Whilst this list was checked on the 19th of July, this is subject to change at short … [Read more...]

UK List changes now *live* and Self-Isolation Changes for Fully Vaccinated UK Travellers.

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Some are calling today "Freedom day" in England, as restrictions are being lifted left, right and centre. However, for travellers, there is a major change starting at 04:00 today - and it involves the countries on the Amber List. Freedom to travel? Freedom to return? Maybe. From 04:00, 19th of July (today), fully vaccinated UK residents arriving from amber travel list … [Read more...]

Airplane Art – Emirates Boeing 777-300ER on approach to Chicago O’Hare

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It's Sunday again (at the time of writing) so it must be time for some more Airplane Art. This week, we have an Emirates Boeing 7777-300ER on final approach to Chicago O'Hare International Airport, shot from the Hyatt Regency O'Hare. Emirates operate a fleet of 123 Boeing 777-300ER aircraft in its fleet - making them one of the largest operators of the type in the world. … [Read more...]

Last Week at Economy Class and Beyond (18th July)

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It's that time again, where I ponder what the heck has happened this week. Yes - it's Last Week at Economy Class and Beyond Porthmadog Harbour Railway station for the Ffestiniog railway on a rather sunny Thursday Most of this week has been looking out of the window at home (which doesn't make for great pictures) - mainly as I got pinged by the NHS COVID-19 App. As … [Read more...]

Travelling back from France to the UK? Prepare to Self-Isolate…

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With the changes to the Amber list going live on Monday, you would think that the UK Government hasn't stopped fiddling with the list. Well - they're fiddling with it again - this time with arrivals from France, with arrivals from the country required to Self-Isolate on return to England.  You might have to allow more time if you're returning from … [Read more...]

TRAVEL TECHNOLOGY: Apple HomePod Mini

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Travel Technology - Apple HomePod Mini Time for some more Travel Technology - this week, looking at Apple's minuture speaker - The HomePod Mini. Is it worth the asking price just to play music and ask it to find where your phone is, or is there a lot more to this speaker? What is it?  Apple’s HomePod Mini is a miniaturized version of their HomePod. It was released … [Read more...]

The Speedbird Cafe returns (Short Haul Catering) for British Airways

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For those of you travelling aboard British Airways EuroTraveller cabin, Buy-on-board is coming back, with the SpeedBird Cafe coming back to the air. In a slightly different form. British Airways has today unveiled its new in-flight digital ordering platform. It will allow you to order additional snacks and drinks mid-flight and have them directly to their seat. The … [Read more...]

Porter signs for Embraer E2 EJets

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As well as planning to recommence services on the 18th of September, Porter Airlines has placed a large order with Embraer for new aircraft.  Porter E2-195 climbing out over Toronto - Rendering, Embraer Porter Airlines have placed a firm order for 30 Embraer E195-E2 jets, with purchase rights for a further 50 aircraft. The deal is worth USD5.82 billion at list price. … [Read more...]