Air Asia X has confirmed its order it made at Farnborough 2014 for new Airbus A330neo aircraft, with the airline to order 55 aircraft instead of original fifty that were signed for. Air Asia X Airbus A330-900neo - Rendering Airbus The order for 55 A330neo aircraft is the biggest single order of the type so far from an airline company, as well as making Air Asia X the largest … [Read more...]
Richard Branson becomes Air Asia X’s latest flight attendant…
It seems Virgin boss Richard Branson has finally settled a bet with Tony Fernandes of Air Asia over who's F1 team would rank higher 2 and bit years ago. And now we see the results. Two words come to mind. Oh Dear. Images - Richard Branson's Blog - http://www.virgin.com/richard-branson/lady-in-red Additional images (not for the faint hearted) are at the … [Read more...]
Air Asia X to introduce a “Quiet Zone” onboard their A330’s
Following on the heels of fellow carrier Malaysia Airlines, Air Asia X is to introduce quiet zones on their planes. For introduction in February 2013, you'll be able to book a quiet seat in Row 7 to 14 onboard an Air Asia X A33o. Criteria for seating Must be over 13 years or older Not travelling with infants or children under 12. The "Quiet Zone" is behind the … [Read more...]
Air Asia X throws in the towel on London, Paris, Mumbai and Delhi
Big news today as Air Asia X has decided to cancel a few of their routes. And they're big ones too. Indian Routes: Kuala Lumpur <> Mumbai, CANCELLED from 1st February 2012 Kuala Lumpur <> Delhi, CANCELLED from 23rd March 2012 European Routes: Kuala Lumpur <> Paris Orly, CANCELLED from 31st March 2012 Kuala Lumpur – London Gatwick, … [Read more...]
D7: The Push For Sydney and Japan
AirAsia X is beginning it's push to serve Sydney from Kuala Lumpur LCCT, adding to the served destinations to Australia. However, there are little completion issues - namley the Malaysian authorities refusing to fly the rote. That privilege has been reserved for Malaysian Airlines. As one of the bigger cities in Australia, it's a no-brainer for an airline to launch a … [Read more...]
The Friday News Roundup
It's Friday again, so it must be time for me to look at the news for the week: Ryanair takes its balls away... Ryanair pulls aircraft and services from Manchester - Analysis on here on why O'Liar is talking once again out of his back side. BBC News, GhettoIFE.com Korean Air - Profit! Korean Air posted a net income of 78.5b won ( or about $62.4 million) for Q2/2009 … [Read more...]
The News: A New base, Cuts, Profits causing trouble…
Continental: Joins Star Alliance 27th October (Official) Continental have confirmed they are to leave SkyTeam on the 24th October and formally join Star Alliance on the 27th October. Expect trouble if things go wrong - and knowing how other airlines have handled integrations before - trouble isn't fare off. (Continental) Ryanair Opens a new base a Jimmy Savile … [Read more...]
Paris Air Show Day 2: More Orders… and what about IFE
Welcome to yet another review of day to at Paris ... and if we're blunt, not a lot from those IFE units and suppliers today. However Thales (who are providing the IFE on the new QR birds) seem to have a new weez... Wireless IFE Of course, wireless seems to be one of those buzzwords, so we're looking at wireless in terms of Cabin control and systems. Of course - pumping … [Read more...]
Welcome!
Welcome to GhettoIFE.com! I'm your host - Kevin - and I'll be here to guide you through the maze of modern travel, and hopefully add some insightful comment and humour. With GhettoIFE getting on for 2 years old, I've had a bit of a design refresh, and tidied up, so for older viewers who make it here - yes, it's the same content will all the usual sarcasm as always. As … [Read more...]