Economy Class & Beyond

Jeju Air signs for up to 50 Boeing 737 MAX aircraft

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It seems the appetite for the Boeing 737 MAX isn't slowing down, with Jeju Air of South Korea placing an order today. The order calls for an order of 40 Boeing 737 MAX 8 aircraft, with options for a further 10 - a total of up to 50 aircraft. At list prices, the order is worth up to US$5.9 billion. Jeju Air is a low-cost carrier, based out of Jeju Island. The airline … [Read more...]

Also a rooftop bar: Joon to introduce “CosyJoon” family seats

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The airline that professes to being a Rooftop Bar is at it again - with Joon announcing  "CosyJoon" family seating aboard their Airbus A340 fleet It seems Joon has implemented a variant of the Skycouch products aboard it's Airbus A340-300 fleet, The CosyJoon seats are located on the 4 seats in the middle of rows 33 to 36. The seats are aimed at families as opposed to … [Read more...]

The APEX Expo and Lufthansa Flying Lab – What you might have missed

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APEX Expo What you might have missed -  APEX Expo and The Lufthansa Flying Lab In this adventure A call from Germany Off to Heathrow T2. Wait. Terminal 2?? LH2473 London Heathrow to Munich Airport Exploring innovation on the ground at Munich Airport LH424 Munich to Boston with Lufthansa and Recaro Aircraft Seating Into Boston, The Holiday Inn … [Read more...]

Brightline to become Virgin Trains USA

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For some time, Brightline has been establishing itself as a provider of privately owned Intercity services in Florida. It seems this has taken the interest of the Virgin Group, who are partnering with Fortress Investment Group to bring Virgin Trains USA. Brightline Siemens Charger trainset - Image, Brightline Brightline will transition from its current branding to … [Read more...]

Last Week on Economy Class and Beyond (17th November)

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It's  that time of the week where we take a quick look back at some of the antics of the aviation and passenger experience industry. And as usual - there's been a fair bit happening as we continue towards the holiday season. Aircraft Orders and Deliveries Swiss turns to Helvetic for more capacity - Embraer E-190-E2 aircraft on the way Arkia Air becomes the first … [Read more...]

APEX Expo and Lufthansa Flying Lab – Robots and Bowl Food – Exploring Spyce… and lessons for the Passenger Experience?

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Robots and Bowl Food - Exploring Spyce... and lessons for the Passenger Experience?  - APEX EXPO and The Lufthansa Flying Lab In this adventure A call from Germany Off to Heathrow T2. Wait. Terminal 2?? LH2473 London Heathrow to Munich Airport Exploring innovation on the ground at Munich Airport LH424 Munich to Boston with Lufthansa and Recaro … [Read more...]

Delta adds more Airbus A330neo aircraft to their fleet

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It seems there is more continued good news for the A330neo programme, with Delta Air Lines adding another 10 Airbus A330-900 aircraft to their fleet. The order takes Delta from 25 to 35 A330-900, whilst the airline defers 10 Airbus A350 to 2025-26 in order to accomodate the airline’s long-term growth strategy. On the order and changes, Ed Bastian - Delta Chief … [Read more...]

Buy Extra Avios bonus returns with British Airways

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If you're looking to top off your British Airways Executive Accounts with bonus Avios, now could be a time to get your skates on with up to a 45% purchasing bonus. It's that time again The offer is simple, you purchase or gift a number of Avios, and you get a handy little bonus on top. Purchase or Gift 1,000 – 15,000 Avios and receive 20% bonus Avios Purchase or … [Read more...]