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Etihad Regional appears from Darwin Airline

18/11/2013 by Kevincm

It seems Etihad's spending spree is continuing, with the purchase of not aircraft, but 33.3% of an airline this time. Eithad has purchased 33.3% of Darwin Airline, and in the process is to re-brand the airline as Etihad Regional - the idea being that the regional services will funnel into airports where Etihad has a  major presence and critical times to allow connection … [Read more...]

Brussels Airlines cockpit crew in strike action – cancellations ahead

18/11/2013 by Kevincm

It seems strike season is spreading, with Brussels Airlines now suffering a wildcat strike from their pilots over the restructuring of the airline that would allow temporary contracts for pilots above 58 and changes in holiday schedules. The following flights are cancelled for today, with both European and Transatlantic routes hit: SN 2821 Brussels - Budapest SN 2822 … [Read more...]

Dubai Airshow: The 777-9X launches, big orders land

17/11/2013 by Kevincm

With the Dubai Air Show under way, there has been a flurry of orders as Persian Gulf airlines swoop in to buy aircraft. Lets start with the big news of the Boeing 777X formally launching. With a splash of maroon paint, and a new design, you get these... Boeing 777Xs in formation flight, 777-9X in the foreground, 777-8X in the background. Rendering, The Boeing … [Read more...]

Airplane Art – EVA Air Boeing 777-300ER

17/11/2013 by Kevincm

EVA Air Boeing 777-300ER - Image, Economy Class and Beyond

It's Sunday again, so it must be time for some airplane art. This week, it's an EVA Air Boeing 777-300ER pulling out of Toronto Pearson International Airport at night, readying to commence the long journey back to Taipei. The image is clickable if you want to see a larger version – and yes you can keep them for your desktops! More airplane art next … [Read more...]

Safety Video Saturday – Jet Airways

16/11/2013 by Kevincm

It's Saturday again, so please stow your luggage in the overhead locker or under the seat in front of you, ensure your table is stowed and that your seat is in the upright position as we go to this week's safety video. This week ,its Jet Airways, with another CGI safety demonstration.... Another Safety video next week! Want to keep up with me at GhettoIFE? Join … [Read more...]

Tiers and Dreams – DFW and AAn CEO encounter…

15/11/2013 by Kevincm

Chicago XV - Tiers and Dreams DFW and AAn CEO encounter... Contents: Tiers? And Dreams? Huh? Off to Heathrow, American Airlines FlAAgship Lounge American Airlines AA99 London - Chicago Crowne Plaza O'Hare Back to O'Hare, AA AAdmrials Club American Airlines AA1380 Chicago to St Louis, St Louis AAdmirals Club, AA1685 St Louis to Dallas Fort Worth DFW … [Read more...]

Finnair strike action off with the two main unions

15/11/2013 by Kevincm

In what could be described as good news, Finnair, along with the the Finnish Flight Attendants Association and the Finnish Aviation Union have cancelled their planned industrial action which was scheduled to begin today according to http://www.finnair.com/INT/GB/flight-information All sides have have agreed a new collective labor agreement, which involves cost savings. … [Read more...]

Thai Lion Air takes shape, reservations open

15/11/2013 by Kevincm

For those needing another low cost option in Asia, Lion Air has opened a new subsidiary for business - Thai Lion Air. The airline will be operating two aircraft to begin with, with a hub at Bangkok Don Mueang Airport. The airline will operate three routes initially (two international, one domestic) from the 4th December 2013: - Don Mueang to Chiang Mai - Don Mueang to … [Read more...]

Finnair staff prepare to walk out on strike – services affected.

14/11/2013 by Kevincm

In unwelcome news, the Finnish Cabin Crew Union and Finnish Aviation Union have published a strike waring against Finnair, with possibilities of strikes from 15th November to 23rd November. Additional notice of strikes have given between 27th November to 30th November. Whilst negotiations are ongoing, Finnair are allowing passengers to rebook tickets to 31st May 2014 … [Read more...]

Tiers and Dreams – Two MD-80s and St Louis

13/11/2013 by Kevincm

Chicago XV - Tiers and Dreams Two MD-80 Legs with American Airlines and St Louis. Contents: Tiers? And Dreams? Huh? Off to Heathrow, American Airlines FlAAgship Lounge American Airlines AA99 London - Chicago Crowne Plaza O'Hare Back to O'Hare, AA AAdmrials Club American Airlines AA1380 Chicago to St Louis, St Louis AAdmirals Club, AA1685 St Louis to … [Read more...]

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