Economy Class & Beyond

Aeroflot plans a move to Tokyo International Airport (Haneda)

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It seems the attraction of a shorter connection into Tokyo is appealing to more airlines - with Aeroflot the latest to move its services from Tokyo Narita International Airport to Tokyo International Airport (Haneda). Aeroflot Boeing 777-300ER - Image, The Boeing Company The move will take place during the start of the Spring/Summer 2020 timetable, on the 29th March … [Read more...]

Ciara’s Afternath: Delays and Cancellations

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Storm Ciara has passed over the UK and Ireland, leaving a trail of damage behind it. With some of that damage, there are delays and diversions today. UK Wearther Warnings as of 10:30GMT - https://www.metoffice.gov.uk/weather/warnings-and-advice/uk-warnings#?date=2020-02-10 British Airways British Airways A320 at Heathrow Airport - Image, Economy Class and … [Read more...]

Airplane Art – Qatar Airways Boeing 777-300ER “oneworld” at Hamad International Airport

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It's Sunday again, so it must be time for some more airplane art This week, we have a Qatar Airways Boeing 777-300ER in oneworld livery, resting at its base of Hamad International Airport, Doha as it is prepared for its next long haul joureny. Qatar Airways operate a fleet of 48 Boeing 777-300ER in various configurations in its long haul fleet. The airline operates a … [Read more...]

Last Week at Economy Class and Beyond (9th February)

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It's Sunday again, and it sure it windy out there. But there's always a chance to look back at the week in Last Week at Economy Class and Beyond. From the iPhone this week: The calm before the wind - Birmingham Cathedral in the evening light. Image, Economy Class and Beyond Storm CiaraWith Storm Ciara hitting the UK and Ireland, cancellations are ahead. Check before you … [Read more...]

Storm Ciara: Cancellations ahead

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If you're in the UK and Ireland, you're no doubt aware that Storm Ciara is upon us, bringing gales and high winds. And cancellations are in your future if have travel plans tomorrow. The UK weather warning map looking rather like a bunny - Data/Image - The Met Office The Met Office weather warning is at … [Read more...]

Travel Technology Review: The Microsoft Surface Go

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It's nice sometimes to have different bits of kit to review - and today, I have the Microsoft Surface Go which I'm taking a look at today. Microsoft Surface Go with TypeCover and Surface Pen So let's dive into it and see what's what. A Surface Go? What's that when its at home? The Surface Go is the entry-level version of the Microsoft Surface line of tablet/laptop … [Read more...]

South African Airways slices its network

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In an effort to find the road to profitability, South African Airways is preparing to slice its network up. South African Airways A330-200 taxing at London Heathrow Airport - Image, Economy Class and Beyond 11 destinations are on the line. First up are the International routes with the following facing the axe from the 29th February 2020 Johannesburg to Abidjan via … [Read more...]

Batik Air takes delivery of its first A320neo

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Batik Air becomes the latest airline to add the Airbus A320neo to its fleet, with the first one delivered on earlier this week. The first A320neo for Batik - Image, Airbus.  The aircraft was delivered to Soekarno-Hatta International Airport in Jakarta and was welcomed as you can see. Batik Air is the "Full-Service" carrier within the Lion Group (owners of Lion Air). As … [Read more...]

Kuwait Airways chooses Panasonic IFE systems for its A330neo aircraft

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As Kuwait Airways works towards its new Airbus A330neo fleet – made up of eight A330-800neo frames, it has made a decision about on-board IFE equipment. Kuwait Airways Airbus A330-800neo - Image, Airbus  This is to be furnished by Panasonic Avionics, who will install their equipment on the new aircraft. Kuwait Airways is a Panasonic Avionics customer … [Read more...]