Economy Class & Beyond

Airplane Art – United Airlines Boeing 777 taxing into Chicago O’Hare

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It's Sunday again, so it must be time for some more airplane art. This week we have a United Airlines Boeing 777-200ER taxing at Chicago O'Hare International Airport after completing a long haul flight - and arriving back at its home base. United Airlines operate three variants of the Boeing 777 19 Boeing 777-200 - the original variant of the Boeing 777, now days … [Read more...]

Last Week on Economy Class and Beyond (20th January)

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It's that time of the week again where I do a bunch of links, add some commentary. Yes. It's the Last Week wrap up on Economy Class and Beyond. Let's dive into the happenings and whyfors this week New Aircraft News Airbus A220 gains ETOPS180 certification – opening up some *very* interesting city pairs - With Transport Canada granting ETOP180 and EASA/FAA working through … [Read more...]

United Airlines tap Boeing for extra aircraft

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It seems United Airlines continue to be happy with Boeing equipment, with the airline putting in for a follow on-order of aircraft. United Airlines Boeing 737 MAX 10 - Rendering - The Boeing Company The airline has ordered an 24 additional 737 MAX jets and four more 777-300ER aircraft, which will be added to the United Airlines fleet. The 737 MAX variant has not been … [Read more...]

TUI signs Mirus Aircraft Seating for Boeing 767 fleet seat upgrade

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Mirus Aircraft Seating has been a little quiet since the mass of seats for Air Asia and Air Asia X were ordered. Well, it seems they've got some traction - with an order from TUI. Mirus Hawk seat in demonstration mode - Image, Economy Class and Beyond The Hawk seat will be used by TUI on its upgrade of the airlines’ Boeing 767 Fleet. This covers around the fleets … [Read more...]

The Aer Lingus Rebrand finally happens

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... and well - here is the new Aer Lingus livery. I'll leave it here for you to mull over your thoughts. As announced at APEX Expo 2018, it's part of the new airline strategy as it continues to welcome passengers arriving, departing or connecting through its Irish Hubs. I'll spare you the fluff that was in the Periscope feed (because there was some marketing … [Read more...]

Japan becomes a bit more expensive with a new departure tax

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I've got to admit that some of my most enjoyable travels over the past few years have been when I visited Japan. However, it was always a place to double or treble my spending budget when I travelled. Well, you're going to need to budget a bit more with Japan imposing a new departure tax. The Shibuya Scramble Crossing - Image, Economy Class and Beyond The … [Read more...]

Air France boosts its Summer European Network

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Whilst we might be in the mire of winter, Air France is adding some European sun for its summer network, with four new destinations and boosts to four others. Air France Airbus A319 taking off from Birmingham Airport - Image, Economy Class and Beyond. The four new destinations from Paris-Charles de Gaulle: Heraklion (Crete, Greece), three times a week using an … [Read more...]

Finnair adds Sapporo and Punta Cana for Winter 19

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Whilst we may be in the middle of winter, Finnair is preparing for some new services for the Winter 2019/2020 timetable - with Sapporo and Punta Cana being launched. Finnair Airbus A330-300 at Helsinki Vantaa - Image, Economy Class and Beyond Both of these routes will be seasonal, with the Sapporo service serving New Chitose Airport twice a week between the 15th … [Read more...]

Lufthansa cancels 500 flights tomorrow

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The Verdi strike affecting German airports is going to take a heavy toll - with Lufthansa cancelling up 500 flights A rather calm air-side at Frankfurt Airport - Image, Economy Class and Beyond Passengers are strongly advised to keep checking reservations via Lufthansa applications (site, mobile) and ensure they keep their details up to date. In some cases, re-routing … [Read more...]