Economy Class & Beyond

UK Electronic Travel Authorisation (ETA) expands to Non-EU visitors from today (8th January)

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If your travels involve travelling to or through the United Kingdom, you will need to plan one extra step ahead. The country has extended the rollout of its Electronic Travel Authorisation (ETA) programme. Now Live for non-EU visitors - Image, https://apply-for-an-eta.homeoffice.gov.uk/apply/electronic-travel-authorisation/easier-on-the-app The UK ETA is very much like … [Read more...]

Cathay Pacific to offer Hong Kong Flavours for Premium Economy and Economy class

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Cathay Pacific has in the past partnered with restaurants for its premium cabins. Well, it seems they're working with Michelin-starred restaurant Yat Tung Heen to offer customers a taste of home in the skies in Premium Economy and Economy Class. New Premium Economy Offerings aboard Cathay Pacific - Image, Cathay Pacific. Yat Tung Heen specialises in traditional … [Read more...]

So, you think the new British Airways revenue earning tiers are bad? Think again – they are a *LOT* worse

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With British Airways throwing out multiple babies with the bathwater with the recent announcement of the changes to their loyalty programme - The Club, I've had a think and tried to come up with some examples of how anyone is going to get Bronze, Silver, or Gold, let alone Gold Guest List. And to say my jaw dropped hard is an understatement. It's going to involve a lot … [Read more...]

Last Week at Economy Class and Beyond (4th Janaury)

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  We're into the New Year, and as decorations are taken down, lights are turned off, and the cities get a little darker again, its time to look at something bright. I lie. It's time for Last Week at Economy Class and Beyond  Quieter streets in Birmingham City Centre - with snow on the way. And yes, it's snowing across parts of the UK. Sky News UK and BBC News … [Read more...]

easyJet trials new paint that lowers the weight and fuel burn of the aircraft

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We all know that one of an aircraft's enemies is weight, as that contributes to its fuel burn over its life. easyJet has partnered with Mankiewicz Aviation Coatings to reduce the amount of weight spent on an aircraft's paintwork. The methods they have used allow the easyJet livery colours of orange and white to be created at a lower weight than before. The solution has … [Read more...]

Emirates to serve Kuwait and Bahrain with the Airbus A350-900

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With a second Airbus A350 on its way to Emirates, the airline has decided to expand the sphere of the types of operation, with two Middle-Eastern routes to use the equipment. Emirates Airbus A350-900 - Image, Emirates. Emirates is bringing forward the deployment of its Airbus A350 to Kuwait and Bahrain. Services will start 8th of January, making them the second and … [Read more...]

REVIEW 2024: Kevin’s year in numbers

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It's time for me to look back on my year in flying, as I dive into my numbers. The big numbers for 2024 - a much busier year than previous years. If 2023 was the year I started flying again, 2024 was back into travel mode. Route Carrier Distance Equipment Class of Service BHX-DUB Ryanair 200 Boeing 737-800 Y DUB-PHL American … [Read more...]

REVIEW 2024: A Year in Flight and Passenger Experience

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Onto Passenger Experience... as well as some of the stuff I've enjoyed and endured over the year. Welcome to Part Two of Review 2024. Part 1: A look back in the mirror of headlines and trends Part 2: A Year in Flight and Passenger Experience Part 3: My Year in Numbers I'm leading off with this - these are based on personal experiences this year as opposed to … [Read more...]

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