Economy Class & Beyond

Another week of UK Rail Strikes

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Well, whilst the United Kingdom attempts to go back to work today after the extended Christmas and New Year break, the RMT and ASLEF Unions are not going to make it easy, with strikes across the UK Rail Network. This is resulting in mass cancellations, as well as service black-out days. There are not going to be that many trains over the next few days... This week is going … [Read more...]

Last Week at Economy Class and Beyond (31st December)

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Well, this is the last post of the year, as well as the wrap-up for the week - it is time for Last Week at Economy Class and Beyond.  Some end-of-year contrails. Review 2022 A year of evolving change, with much more to come - Some views and thoughts on 2022 from an industry perspective The year at Economy Class and Beyond – There is no such thing as normal… - And my … [Read more...]

BOC Aviation to add 40 more Boeing 737-8 to its leasing fleet

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This sailed by the inbox, but it is important enough as Boeing rounds out its order book for the year, with BOC Aviation signing for 40 additional Boeing 737 MAX aircraft. The lessor will add 40 Boeing 737-8 aircraft to it, increasing the backlog to 80 of the type. These aircraft will be leased to other customer airlines. Boeing continues to see strong market demand … [Read more...]

REVIEW 2022: A year of evolving change, with much more to come

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As we head to the end of 2022, it's time for me to look back at the year and review some of the things that happened, as well as postulate what might happen in 2023. Food and Beverage - Swipe your card to continue As restrictions have loosened, the passenger experience has been slowly recovering to pre-pandemic levels. This can be seen even in long-haul economy class, … [Read more...]

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