Economy Class & Beyond

Gatwick Airport to reopen North Terminal

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Gatwick Airport is gearing up for more traffic, and is preparing to reopen the North Terminal. The main messages from Gatwick Airport The North Terminal will reopen on the 15th June. In line with this, operating hours at the airport will increase to 06:00 to 22:00 daily (compared with the limited runway and terminal opening hours that were put in place in March) The … [Read more...]

Cathay Pacific gets bailed out by the Hong Kong government

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It seems that that Cathay Pacific of Hong Kong has finally have to consider a bailout as it navigates these troubling times.  Cathay Pacific Boeing 777-300ER at Hong Kong International - Image, Economy Class and Beyond The bailout - or "recapitalisation plan" is split into three parts Tranche A: Cathay Pacific will issue HK$19.5 billion in preference shares with detachable … [Read more...]

UK Arrival Quarantine goes live

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After political debates as well as protests, it seems that the Arrivals into the United Kingdom Quarantine programme has finally gone live. This will apply to all arrivals into the United Kingdom, be it by aircraft, ferry or train. It applies to both UK Nationals and visitors. On arrival, passengers will be required to provide an address where they … [Read more...]

Last Week at Economy Class and Beyond (7th June)

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The world may be in bits and things may seem a bit bleak. Whilst I can't promise rainbows and sunshine, I can promise you some headlines... as well as a borked phone. Welcome to Last Week at Economy Class and Beyond. This week has been... less than ideal in many respects. From protests around the world to an airline preparing to fire and hire its staff on a lower rate, … [Read more...]

Lufthansa plans to reinstate a majority of its timetable by September

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Lufthansa Group is plotting ahead with its network restart, with the initial network coming to life shortly. By September, the airline is aiming to bring 70% of its long haul network back, and 90% of its short-medium haul routes. Lets look at the breakdowns. Lufthansa Lufthansa itself will aim to fly more than 100 times a week between North American and … [Read more...]

American Airlines to resume European routes, increase Domestic routes and open Admirals Lounges

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American Airlines is starting to climb up from the bottom, with Domestic and International routes returning, and Admirals Clubs reopening. American Airlines Boeing 787-8 Climbing out of O'Hare - Image, Economy Class and Beyond Domestic Capacity American Airlines is going to offer 55% of the flights it offered last year within the United States of America. Routes will be … [Read more...]

Virgin Atlantic prepares to take to the air again

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For some months, Virgin Atlantic has curtailed its passenger flying programme, opting to operate as a cargo operation only. That change on the 20th July, when they will resume flying passengers again. Virgin Atlantic Airbus A350-1000 at London Heathrow - Image, Economy Class and Beyond It's a welcome sign that the airline is readying to take passengers aboard its … [Read more...]

Emirates prepares for more transit flights to fly

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It seems there is good news for people who need to move or get home - with Emirates announcing it is to allow transit passengers, following the lifting of restrictions being lifted by the UAE Federal Government 16 more cities will regain Emirates services. Emirates Boeing 777-300ER Year of Zayed arriving into Dublin Airport - Image, Economy Class and Beyond The … [Read more...]

Safran Seating introduces new seating protection options

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It seems seating manufacturers are adjusting to a life beyond COVID-19, with seats to match. Safran Seating (part of Safran Group) introducing new products to help adapt to the future of travel Safran and Universal Movements - Interspace Portfolio. Safran has partnered with Universal Movement, they will be offering the Interspace equipment which improves premium economy … [Read more...]