Economy Class & Beyond

Etihad to offer “Economy Space” (extra space economy)

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It seems that Etihad Airways is continuing to modify its Economy Class strategy, with the announcement of an "Economy Space" product. Etihad Economy Space - Image, Eithad Airways In terms of product, this is very much an extra space economy seat, with a 36" seat pitch being offered. The airline will bring its 10 Airbus A380 aircraft with Economy Space seating by … [Read more...]

IcelandAir to take over WOW Air

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It seems consolidation is the name of the game once again, this time with IcelandAir Group to take over WOW Air. WOW Air Airbus A321 climbing out of Chicago O'Hare - Image, Economy Class and Beyond According to MBL, the sale will is on condition that it is approved at n Icelandair Group stockholders meeting and the takeover is it is approved by  the approval of the … [Read more...]

Airplane Art – Finnair Airbus A350 Marimekko at Helsinki Vantaa

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It's Sunday again, so it must be time for some more airplane art. This week waiting between services, is a Finnair Airbus A350-900 in the special Marimekko Livery called "Kivet". Finnair operate a fleet of 11 Airbus A350-900 aircraft, with 8 more to be delivered. They are supported by 8 Airbus A330-300 aircraft and one leased A330-200 from Air Italy. These aircraft work … [Read more...]

Last Week on Economy Class and Beyond (3rd November)

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It's been a busy week of travel at Economy Class and Beyond as I've had some interesting travel experiences (to say the least). Some of which is live... other parts are coming in the next trip report. Meanwhile - let's have a look at the headlines this week Blog news Join me on NowBoarding podcast as I take you into some of the thoughts that make this blog... … [Read more...]

Want to understand a little more about the blog. Listen as I explain on the NowBoarding Podcast!

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I've been chatting with Pizza In Motion who runs the NowBoarding Podcast. Earlier last week Ed asked about some of my experiences and thoughts when it comes to travel and this blog - Economy Class and Beyond. You can head below and listen to Ed and myself chewing the fat at https://nowboarding.boardingarea.com/economy-class-beyond-kevin-marshall-nb-018/ You can also … [Read more...]

Summer Tier Points – 600TP: Done

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600 TP: Done - Summer Tier Points In this… epic. When will I learn to jump on a fare? Wednesday Afternoon.. off to the airport EI273 Birmingham to Dublin Airport Into Dublin for some Donuts. And Pokemon The Travelodge in Swords, Dublin Airport Pre-Clearance fun at Dublin airport, 51st and Green Lounge AA291 Dublin to New York JFK – … [Read more...]

Vietjet to add 50 more Airbus A321neo aircraft to its fleet

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In a not totally unexpected order, VietJet has confirmed an order for 50 Airbus A321neo aircraft. VietJet Airbus A321neo - Rendering, Airbus   The firm order has been finalised after signing the Memorandum of Understanding at Neighbour 2018. This will bring the total VietJet order to 171 A320 family aircraft - with 46 of the family delivered to the airline. On the … [Read more...]

SNAPSHOT: Finnair 1335 Helsinki to London Heathrow

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It’s time for another snapshot – this time focusing on Finnair 1335 between Helsinki Vantaa and London Heathrow 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...]

Summer Tier Points – FR666 – Dublin to Birmingham with Ryanair

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FR666 - Dublin to Birmingham with Ryanair - Summer Tier Points In this… epic. When will I learn to jump on a fare? Wednesday Afternoon.. off to the airport EI273 Birmingham to Dublin Airport Into Dublin for some Donuts. And Pokemon The Travelodge in Swords, Dublin Airport Pre-Clearance fun at Dublin airport, 51st and Green Lounge AA291 Dublin … [Read more...]

Singapore Airlines to add Seattle to its network

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Another day, another dot and line appears, with Singapore Airlines adding Singapore to Seattle to its long haul network. Singapore Airlines A350-900 at Changi Airport - Image, Economy Class and Beyond  The planned operation calls for the route to launch on the 3rd September 2019, initially operating three times a week. This will scale up to four times a week in October … [Read more...]