Economy Class & Beyond

Qatar Airways commences flying with Starlink connectivity

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Qatar Airways has deployed its first aircraft, fitted with the SpaceX Starlink connectivity platform. The move follows an agreement announced at Aircraft Interiors Expo 2024. The first aircraft to be fitted was a Boeing 777, with the airline planning to roll out Starlink connectivity to its entire Boeing 777 fleet within a year. This numbers 57 Boeing 777-300ER and … [Read more...]

TRIP REPORT: Returning to Changi Airport, The Pokemon Centre at the Jewel and Terminal 4 – Taking the Long Way to Singapore

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Returning to Changi Airport, The Pokemon Centre at the Jewel and Terminal 4 Taking the long way (and back) to Singapore With a working iPhone in hand, it's time to bid farewell to the Lion City for now. But first, I had to go through its hub... and go to a certain store first. Because, I want to be the very best, like no one ever was. … [Read more...]

Norse Atlantic Airways to launch a Rome to Los Angeles

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Norse Atlantic Airways continues to try new routes, with a Rome to Los Angeles route in the offing. The new route will operate three times per week starting from 22 May 2025, using a Norse Atlantic Boeing 787-9. This new route builds on Norse's expansion in both Rome and Los Angeles, led by customer demand. Tickets are now available on www.flynorse.com, with one-way … [Read more...]

Airplane Art – United Airlines Boeing 787-10 Dreamliner arriving at Chicago O’Hare International

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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 787-10 Dreamliner just before it touches down at its home base of Chicago O'Hare International Airport.  United Airlines operates a fleet of 21 Boeing 787-10 aircraft in its widebody fleet. As part of the operation, the airline also operates the Boeing … [Read more...]

Last Week at Economy Class and Beyond (19th October)

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It's the end of the week once again, and my timing for things is off. Or at least six hours behind. It must be time for Last Week at Economy Class and Beyond. Insert Standard Chicago Photograph here. No Guesses where I am in the world this week.  Trip Report - Taking the Long Way (and back) to Singapore. We've published another five entries from the trip this week, … [Read more...]

Etihad Airways to scale up operation to Dusseldorf and Copenhagen

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It seems that expansion is in Etihad Airways's view, with plans to boost the frequency of services to two European cities. From 1 October 2025, the airline will offer daily services to Dusseldorf, Germany, and Copenhagen, Denmark, strengthening connections between the UAE and these European destinations. The Dusseldorf route will be increased from its current schedule … [Read more...]

SWISS to introduce Onboard Meal pre-ordering… for Short Haul

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We've seen a trend with airlines to offer pre-ordering for meals in business class - mainly for long-haul routes. Swiss International Air Lines is trying something a little different - by offering the service on its short-haul network. Known as “Pre-Select”, this free option was successfully launched on long-haul flights around two and a half years ago. It allows … [Read more...]