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Delays on the Piccadilly Line – new trains entry-to-service delayed

26/06/2025 by Kevincm Leave a Comment

Siemens Piccadily Line 2024 Stock Underground train - Image, Siemens

For those of you looking forward to riding on the new Piccadilly Line trains (especially for those who travel from Heathrow into Central London), the rollout of the new trains has been delayed. Entry into service is now targeted for the second half of 2026.  The new rolling stock (2024 stock) was originally meant to enter service in 2025. Some trains have been … [Read more...]

Scandinavian Airlines to return to Mumbai!

25/06/2025 by Kevincm Leave a Comment

SAS Airbus A330 - Image, Economy Class and Beyond

Scandinavian Airlines (SAS) is preparing to relaunch a route to somewhere it hasn't been for 17 years - Mumbai, India. The move comes as the airline works to expand its intercontinental network, strengthening ties between India and Scandinavia, with smooth transfers to Europe and North America. The route will be a year-round operation, launching on 2nd June 2026.  … [Read more...]

SWISS unveils its first A350-900 – SWISS Wanderlust

25/06/2025 by Kevincm Leave a Comment

SWISS A350-900 SWISS Wanderlust - Image, SWISS

SWISS is nearing the point where it will introduce the Airbus A350-900 into its fleet. The first aircraft has rolled out, with a very different livery, with a story to match The livery - called ‘SWISS Wanderlust’ - was rolled out at Airbus’s Toulouse factory  The delivery of the new Airbus A350 marks a further milestone in the SWISS story. And to mark the … [Read more...]

Brussels Airlines gears up for a busy summer

24/06/2025 by Kevincm Leave a Comment

Brussel Airlines Atomium painted aircraft - Image, Brussels Airlines

Belgian carrier Brussels Airlines is set for a busy summer, with it having aircraft and people to support its operation. The airline is expecting nearly 2 million passengers over the peak period of July and August. To support this growth, the airline will operate a fleet of 50 aircraft, compared to 44 aircraft in summer 2024. In terms of destinations, Spain is the … [Read more...]

Airplane Art – Korean Air Cargo Boeing 777F on final approach to Chicago O’Hare

22/06/2025 by Kevincm Leave a Comment

Korean Air Cargo Boeing 777F on final approach to Chicago O'Hare - Image, Economy Class and Beyond

It's Sunday again, so it must be time for some more Airplane Art.  This week, we have a Korean Air Cargo Boeing 777F busting through the clouds and through the rain,  on final approach to Chicago O'Hare International Airport.  Korean Air Cargo operates a fleet of 12 Boeing 777F freighters. The airline also operates four Boeing 747-400ERF and seven Boeing 747-8F in its … [Read more...]

Last Week at Economy Class and Beyond (21st June)

21/06/2025 by Kevincm Leave a Comment

Under shady trees on Colmore Row, Birmingham

It's a scorcher in the United Kingdom this weekend, with fan sales going faster than aircraft sales. But as we've hit the end of the week, it must be time for a cold iced beverage of your choice... and Last Week at Economy Class and Beyond.  Salon International de L'Aéronautique et de L'Espace de Paris-Le Bourget It was a quieter-than-usual airshow in Paris, with everyone … [Read more...]

Emirates to add third daily service to Barcelona

21/06/2025 by Kevincm Leave a Comment

Emirates Boeing 777-300ER at Hamburg Airport - Image, Economy Class and Beyond

Emirates continues to expand capacity in Spain, with the airline planning to add a third daily flight to Barcelona. The new timetable looks a little like this : … [Read more...]

China Eastern to add Auckland to Buenos Aires service

20/06/2025 by Kevincm Leave a Comment

China Eastern Airlines Boeing 777-300ER climbing out of Chicago O'Hare - Image, Economy Class and Beyond

China Eastern Airlines is launching something very different - a service from Shanghai to Buenos Aires, operating via Auckland. China Eastern Airlines plans to connect its hub at Shanghai Pudong Airport to Buenos Aires Ezeiza Airport via Auckland Airport, starting from December 2025, subject to governmental approvals.  This marks an expansion of China Eastern's services … [Read more...]

Emirates to partner with Uber

19/06/2025 by Kevincm Leave a Comment

Emirates Airbus A380 taxiing at London Heathrow Airport - Image, Economy Class and Beyond

Emirates and Uber have signed a strategic partnership to explore ways to make journeys more seamless and rewarding for travellers. Through this partnership, Emirates and Uber will work together to introduce several initiatives that offer travellers more seamless and effortless journeys. Developments include an integrated booking experience that combines Uber Rides … [Read more...]

PARIS AIR SHOW DAY 3 Daily Digest: There be orders… and surprises too…

18/06/2025 by Kevincm Leave a Comment

STARLUX Airbus A350 - Rendering, Airbus

It's time for Economy Class and Beyond's Daily Digest from the Paris Air Show, with most companies remembering they're at an Air Show, as Day 3 has come to a close. As usual, we'll be running this in Alphabetical Order, with the major airframers first, then everyone else. Airbus MNG Airlines signs MoU for two A350Fs MNG Airlines, based in Türkiye, has become the latest … [Read more...]

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