Economy Class & Beyond

Scoot becomes the latest A321neo operator

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Scoot of Singapore has become the latest Airbus A321neo operator, with the airline flying the type into service. Scoot has taken delivery of its first three Airbus A321neo aircraft. These aircraft have been leased from BOC Aviation, and have entered service Those of you who are looking for a comfortable experience should look away now, with the aircraft configured in … [Read more...]

Airplane Art – Lufthansa Airbus A330-300 parked at Frankfurt Airport

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It's Sunday again, so it must be time for some more airplane art. This week, we have a Lufthansa Airbus A330-300 parked at Frankfurt Airport as it awaits an upturn in traffic and re-entery into service Lufthansa operates a fleet of 15 Airbus A330-300 aircraft in its long haul fleet. They operate alongside the Airbus A340-600. Airbus A350-900 and Boeing 747-400. They … [Read more...]

Last Week at Economy Class and Beyond (27th June)

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It's that time of the week, where I ponder what I write and think about the week ahead. Yes, it's Last Week at Economy Class and Beyond Sunnier times outside Birmingham Council House Green or Red? UK Green/Amber/Red List updated – Caribbean, Spanish Balearic Islands and Malta added! - More options for UK outbound travellers Fleet News Helvetic Airways takes … [Read more...]

Air France updates its Discount pass range

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We are sticking with Air France, with a curious offer if you are based out of the country - with the airline offering Discount Passes - which the airline has claimed to improve. The airline offers three passes: the Youth pass for 12–24-year-olds the Senior pass for +65-year-olds the Weekend pass renamed the Weekend + pass for all … [Read more...]

Finnair extends passenger elite status and award points

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With this pandemic, flying has been the least of some peoples concerns - however, with that, there is a risk that your status in your frequent flyer programme might change. Finnair is seeking to reassure its customers, with the airline extending both tier points and award points validity. Finnair Airbus A350-900 approaching the gate at London Heathrow - Image, Economy … [Read more...]

Air France extends its “Train+Air” offering

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Air France and SNCF (the national operator of services in France) are expanding their "Train + Air" offering, allowing passengers to combine train and air travel in the same reservation. Air France Airbus A319 taking off from Birmingham Airport - Image, Economy Class and Beyond Seven new destinations have been added to the network - bookable for travel from 19th July. … [Read more...]

Helvetic Airways takes delivery of its first Embraer E195-E2

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It is a new delivery for Helvetic Airways, as they take their first Embraer E195-E2. This is the first of four aircraft for the airline that will be delivered from Embraer’s facility in São José dos Campos, with the three further E195-E2s delivered by the end of next month, July 2021. The E195-E2 is the largest variant of the Embraer E2 E-Jet … [Read more...]

British Airways to offer up to 50% bonus on Avios purchases

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Come one, come all to the great Avios sale! British Airways after putting Avios points on sale - with some new twists… British Airways Boeing 787-8 Dreamliner - Image, Economy Class and Beyond As part of the promotion, British Airways are offering up to 50% bonuses on purchases of Avios. You'll note the term up to. We'll they've got a little canny this time to … [Read more...]