Economy Class & Beyond

UK updates its Travel Corridor Lists – Four Countries Removed, One Added

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If its' Thursday, it must be time for the UK Foreign, Commonwealth and Development Office to update its travel corridor lists. And it's a little interesting this week as the UK flexes it's targeting muscles. Countries where travel advice has been modified to "all but essential travel", whilst will require self-isolation upon entry to the United Kingdom French Polynesia - … [Read more...]

Qatar Airways rolls out its 100th GX Aviation equipped aircraft

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In a major milestone, Qatar Airways now has 100 aircraft fitted out with its "Super Wi-Fi" product. And it's an important step at this time.  Qatar Airways Airbus A350-900 climbing out of Manchester Airport - Image, Economy Class and Beyond The 100th Aircraft to be fitted the GX Aviation connectivity soultion was A7-ALC - an Airbus A350-900. The installation programme … [Read more...]

OWG selects Bluebox as their IFE provider

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New Canadian holiday carrier OWG has selected Bluebox Aviation to provide Wireless Inflight Entertainment in their aircraft. OWG Boeing 737-400 - Image OWG OWG will use the Bluebox Wow Wireless IFE system. These will be deployed on the airlines Boeing 737 aircraft. OWG (Off We Go) is a subsidiary of Nolinor Aviation.   OWG has since established strategic … [Read more...]

Singapore Airlines prepares October/November timetable changes

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Singapore Airlines is continuing to grow its network and services - although slowly, as the airline attempts to figure out passenger demand as we head into the winter season. Singapore Airlines Boeing 787-10 Dreamliner at Singapore Changi - Image, Economy Class and Beyond The move will increase the Singapore Airlines network to 11% of what it was before COVID-19 reared … [Read more...]

Finnair annouces major cuts to its flying programme

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It seems the aviation recovery has stalled for Finnair - who are planning to cut their flying programme from October Finnair Airbus A350-900 at Helsinki Vantaa Airport - Image, Economy Class and Beyond The airline reports that demand for air travel in Finnair’s network has recovered slowly due to the development of the corona pandemic and related travel restrictions - with … [Read more...]

Air France to switch over to Electric-Powered ramp equipment.

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Whilst we might be in the midst of a pandemic, airlines are still trying to reduce their emissions. Air France is trying to achieve this by switching to electricity powered ramp equipment. Air France Airbus A350 pushing back, with an electric tug - Image, Air France. Air France has committed to using electric-powered ramp equipment, and on 3 September 2020, tested the … [Read more...]

Alitalia gains European Commission support on €200 million bailout

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It seems that Alitalia has yet another chance to live, with the European Commission approving its request for a €200 million bailout by the Italian state.  Alitalia Boeing 777-200ER - Image, AlitaliaThe aid, valued at €199.45 million was within EU State aid rules. The measure aims at compensating the airline for the damages suffered due to the coronavirus outbreak. Italy … [Read more...]

Last Week at Economy Class and Beyond (6th September)

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We're now into September. Or continuing the longest March ever. I'm still not sure which. However, it's time for things to go on, with Last Week at Economy Class and Beyond. Normality, one step at a time. Including editing in a coffee shop again. Fees? Don't need (some) of them... US Carriers have been playing the follow-the-leader, with United Airlines first … [Read more...]