Cabin baggage can be a major bone of contention when aboard any flight - from those who bring a small rucksack - right up to those who bring the kitchen sink with them. Easyjet is trying to attempt to change this, by changing the size of the cabin bags allowed. The new size that will be guarenteed overhead bin space is 50cm x 40cm x 20cm. Bags up to 56cm x 45cm x 25cm will … [Read more...]
Through a lens: Sunset over the Rocky Mountains
Time for this week's through a lens. Sunset over the Rocky Mountains - taken from the Crowne Plaza Denver. … [Read more...]
787 Update: Japan Airlines fleet modified, ANA has a few to be done, Deliveries resume
As airlines get ready to redeploy their 787's, the two airlines who have the biggest fleets of the aircraft are reporting good progress. Japan Airlines fleet of 787-8 aircraft have had the modifications installed on it, with the airline readying to recommence operations. Four of these aircraft have taken flight with no battery issues found. Meanwhile All Nippon Airlines … [Read more...]
Still got a BMI Credit Card? Your Avios earning has increased… by LOTS!
For those holdouts who have clung onto their last bit of BMI - the credit card - there is some excellent news from MBNA. In summary: A minor rebrand from "BMI Credit Card" to "Diamond Club Credit Card" Enhanced earn rate Double Miles on British Airways flight purchases with flights departing from the UK 10% Discount on British Airways flight purchases depending on … [Read more...]
FlyBe in talks of sale of slots
Flybe isn't having a great time of it at moment and whilst its business model appears sound, it hasn't been pulling in the profits - rather making losses. The airline has been a source of speculation on the BBC - who are suggesting slots at Gatwick Airport could be sold, which has forced FlyBe to come out with a statement: "Flybe notes the recent speculation in the press. The … [Read more...]
Another great flight… But baggage handling fails….
Greetings from London Heathrow. After a lovely flight after being upgraded to World Traveller Plus, I has to deal with Heathrow airport which spectacularly seems to forget the meaning of the words "priority luggage" 20 minutes on the belt before my bags spewed out. At least they're intact. Now onto Heathrow express, then connect... And home. … [Read more...]
The trek home begins… and a new boarding pass….
Well I'm at DIA a bit early after a shuttle ride, and a walk around Denver today. DIA itself with the stunning architecture of the Jeppsen terminal is brilliant... a shame the TSA are up to their usual games. Still... the joy of a long flight home now is beckoning. In the terminal building... Although.. there's no pre-flight dinning here at the AA Lounge. A … [Read more...]
First Airbus A350-900 rolls out of the paint shop
.... and she's looking rather nice in Airbus house colours: Images - Airbus S.A.S. MSN001 is getting though tests, engine installations and is being prepared for the finally battery of tests it will need to go under to allow clearance for its first flight this summer. And depending what products are installed in this plane, this could become a … [Read more...]
Etihad and South African Airlines form a Strategic Partnership
Etihad and South African Airways are expanding their other reaches it seems with a new partnership agreement. The agreement will initially cover codeshares on flights, as well as the option to examine options on joint procurement, training and maintenance. Etihad will place its EY code on SAA flights from Johannesburg to ten region destinations covering South Africa, … [Read more...]
Airplane Art – Britsh Airways A320
It's Sunday again, so it must be time for some more Airplane art. This week - and hot off the photographic press - is a British Airways Airbus A320... well for those of you know can read registrations this is actually an ex-British Midland aircraft which had the Star Alliance Washing line of Airlines on it - resting at Dublin Airport. The image is clickable if you … [Read more...]
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