Economy Class & Beyond

Cathy Group and Uber now allows earning on Asia Miles

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For those who are travelling in Hong Kong and use the Cathay Group Asia Miles scheme, there's good news, as you can earn Asia Miles on your Uber Taxi trips. The partnersup is now live, with different points depending on the ride: Daily rides: Earn 20 Asia Miles on every Uber Taxi trip in Hong Kong Airport trips: Earn 40 Asia Miles on rides to and from the … [Read more...]

Windows 10 End-of-Life – Do you have a plan?

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It's been coming for some time, but Windows 10 is approaching its "End of Life", where support ends for the product on 14th October. What can you do? This advice is targeted at home users or those who have their devices set up for home use. Those on Small Business, Corporate or Enterprise networks, you'd better give your Microsoft Account Manager a ring. Whilst I … [Read more...]

Air Canada rolls out Complimentary Beer, Wine and Snacks in Economy Class

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Here's a nice passenger experience uplift, with Air Canada updating its onboard service to offer complimentary beer, wine, and exclusive Canadian-made snacks... in Economy Class. Air Canada Economy Class Food and Beverage - Image. Air Canada This will be offered to all customers on all flights, including routes to Mexico and the Caribbean (on flights operated by Air … [Read more...]

Qatar Airways expands transatlantic codeshares with Aer Lingus and LEVEL

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Qatar Airways is expanding its transatlantic coverage with additional codeshares with Aer Lingus and LEVEL. The airline is adding its code to 18 additional routes in the United States through expanded codeshares with its International Airlines Group (IAG) partners, Aer Lingus and LEVEL. Through Dublin, Qatar Airways passengers can now enjoy greater access to U.S. … [Read more...]

British Airways to add St. Louis to its Transatlantic network

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British Airways is continuing to expand its transatlantic network, with the airline planning to add a new route between London Heathrow and St. Louis, Missouri. The new route makes British Airways the only UK airline to offer direct flights to St. Louis, with plans to operate the route from  19 April 2026 and operate four times per week throughout the summer … [Read more...]

Emirates bans the use of Power Banks inflight

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If you're flying Emirates, its enhanched safety measures are going to into effect abord its aircraft. Using any kind of power bank will be prohibited onboard Emirates’ flights, effective 1 October 2025. Emirates provides in-seat charging on all aircraft; however, the airline still recommends that customers fully charge their devices before flying, especially on … [Read more...]

Braathens files its Airbus subsidiary for bankruptcy

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Braathens has two divisions - its ATR division and its Airbus division Sadly, the money monster has claimed another airline, Braathens, flying its Airbus operation, Braathens International Airways, along with Braathens Crew AB, filing for bankruptcy. Braathens has been forced to file for bankruptcy for its Airbus operations in the company Braathens International … [Read more...]

United Airlines lauches USCBP’s International Remote Baggage Screening on flights from Sydney

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If you've had to connect from an international to a domestic flight in the USA, it can be a... challenging process, especially after a long flight. Well, there is some good news as United Airlines has launched a new service -  US Customs and Border Patrol's International Remote Baggage Screening. Initially, United Airlines is offering this for passengers travelling on … [Read more...]