Economy Class & Beyond

Cathay Pacific completes its acquisition of Hong Kong Express

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During Friday, Cathay Pacific completed the planned acquisition of low-cost carrier Hong Kong Express Airlines. As such, Hong Kong Express Airlines (HK Express) is now a wholly-owned subsidiary of Cathay Pacific, after purchasing it from HNA Group All services that are booked to operate will remain as-is, with customers being able to book flights as needed. HK … [Read more...]

Last Week at Economy Class and Beyond – 21st July

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We've come to that point of the week again where we take a look back at the events in the aviation world. Yes, it's Last Week at Economy Class and Beyond. Editors note - This was written on Friday 19th as I'm photographing a Wedding this weekend in York. The photo on the cover is from where I am this week. Congratuations Anthony and Angela - May you have many happy years … [Read more...]

Lion Air takes delivery of its first A330-900neo

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Another day, another delivery - with Indonesian carrier Lion Air becoming the latest airline to take delivery of its first A330-900neo Lion Air becomes the first airline from the Asia-Pacific region to fly the A330neo. The aircraft is on lease from BOC Aviation and is the first of 10 A330neos set to join the airline’s fleet. For those who are looking at comfort, this … [Read more...]

SNAPSHOT: Aer Lingus Regional 3276 Dublin to Birmingham

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It's time for another snapshot - this time focusing on passenger experience on Aer Lingus Regional 3276 between Dublin and Birmingham. Check-in Check-in was conducted the day before. No paper boarding passes were collected. Security Security was a rather quick affair, with the entire process from entry to clearance done in 10 minutes as footfall was light in the … [Read more...]

Jet2 slaps £85,000 fine on a disruptive passenger

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With the summer holidays starting today, there's a timely reminder not to be an idiot aboard an aircraft. Earlier this week, Jet2 slapped a fine of £85,000 on a disruptive passenger that forced a plane to return to Stansted Airport, along with a fighter escort back to the airport. Jet2 Boeing 737-800 departing Birmingham Airport - Image, Economy Class and Beyond. The … [Read more...]

Norwegian wields the route axe for the Winter Season

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With Norwegian Air Shuttle's CEO stepping down, it seems the airline is also taking a hard look at its network, and choosing to slice and dice its long haul network. Norwegian Boeing 787-9 arriving at Chicago O'Hare - Image, Economy Class and Beyond So what's up for the chop? The following routes will shift to a spring/summer operation, whilst being suspended over … [Read more...]

Delta increases accessiblity in the air – Employee uniforms to include Sign Language option

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Communication is key in the world, and especially on the plane - where there are safety-critical instructions that need to be understood, as well as customer service messages. Delta Air Lines is taking a step forward in increasing accessibility in the air - by commencing a rollout of t a uniform language bar option for over 300+ sign languages around the world. It's … [Read more...]

SNAPSHOT: Aer Lingus 263 Birmingham to Dublin

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It’s time for another snapshot - this time focusing on the passenger experience between Birmingham and Dublin on Aer Lingus 263 For those of you who are new to the blog: Trip Reports – These are full deep-dive reports taking you into the experience and the small things… as well as the big things! Snapshots – These are bite-sized reviews that … [Read more...]

Stansted Airport opens additional check-in space

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Stansted Airport is increasing the amount of check-in area, with the latest upgrade to the airport. A total of eight extra desks have been opened in the check-in area, with TUI being the first tenant in the area. The new Check-in Aera - Image, Stansted Airport The project team and TUI celebrating the new area - Image, Stansted Airport.  According to the … [Read more...]

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