Airbus reveals new A380 digital experience for passengers
Leveraging the latest technology from Apple, Airbus has launched the iflyA380 iOS app, enabling travellers to book A380 flights offered… Read More »
Etihad to reduce checked luggage allowance on premium fares
Etihad Airways has revamped its checked luggage policy, in a move which will see the allowance reduced for some fares…. Read More »
Google Flights to predict airline delays even before the airlines do
Google is rolling out a few new features to its Google Flights search engine to help travelers tackle some of… Read More »
Only three airlines offer WiFi on 100% of their flights
Eighty-two airlines worldwide now offer WiFi, an increase from 70 airlines a year ago. Meanwhile, the availability of high-speed WiFi… Read More »
In-flight broadband to create $5.2 billion market in Middle East by 2035
In-flight broadband has the potential to unlock a $5.2 billion market within the Middle East region by 2035 according to… Read More »
JetBlue says cabin redesign of its Airbus A320 fleet back on track
JetBlue will soon begin rolling out reconfigured aircraft in its 130-plane Airbus A320 fleet. The remodeled interiors will be both… Read More »
Alitalia will offer transatlantic Hand Baggage Only fares
Alitalia’s Hand Baggage Only (HBO) or “light” fares will be available on routes linking Italy with the US and Canada, from… Read More »
Tiny toilets on Boeing 737 MAX cause complaints
Trying to wedge yourself into an airline toilet can require an act of contortion, and the “water closet” on the newest class… Read More »
Video: Managing medical emergencies at 30,000 feet
Phoenix-based company helps with in-flight medical emergencies. MedAire MedLink receives calls from a flight attendant, the cabin crew or pilot… Read More »
Airbus rolls out the first A321neo ACF
Airbus has completed assembly of the first A321neo ACF (Airbus Cabin Flex) at its facilities in Hamburg, Germany. The aircraft,… Read More »
Technology trends for airlines and airports in 2018
During the next 12 months, airlines and airports across the globe will be tasked with the challenge of identifying the… Read More »
United Airlines plans to add international premium economy cabin
In order to compete with airlines in Europe, Middle East and Asia, United Airlines said it plans to add a… Read More »
United adds new super long-haul flight from Houston to Sydney
The world’s latest ultra-long-haul route is scheduled to take off from Houston on Friday Jan. 26 evening, destination Sydney. United Airlines flight 101… Read More »
Eurowings to debut business class on some long-haul flights
Lufthansa’s expanding low-cost operation Eurowings will introduce a business class product on selected long-haul flights for summer of 2018. The… Read More »
Avianca reveals its new wireless IFE app
Avianca has introduced a new wireless in-flight entertainment application for mobile devices, on its fleet of Airbus A318 aircraft, according… Read More »
United and American Airlines are phasing out Seat-Back Entertainment screens
Both United and American Airlines are beginning to phase out the screens on planes that make shorter flights, according to… Read More »
KLM refits Business Class cabin on its Airbus A330-300 aircraft
The first Airbus 330-300 belonging to KLM Royal Dutch Airlines to be fitted with the new World Business Class cabin… Read More »
Mobile ONAIR celebrates a decade of in-flight connection service
Mobile ONAIR, the in-flight connection solution allowing passengers to make phone calls, send text messages and mobile data usage, from… Read More »
Alaska Airlines and Sabre renew distribution and tech alliance
Sabre Corporation, one of the leading technology providers to the global travel industry has recently renewed its distribution agreement with… Read More »
How are major airlines competing with the super-cheap carriers?
From lower fares to better service and more choice, the rise of low-cost competition in long-haul travel is good news for passengers…. Read More »
Airlines testing new technology to replace boarding passes
With more than 2 million people per day moving through the nation’s airports, airlines are testing new technology to improve… Read More »
United will retrofit its Boeing 757-300 fleet with slimline seats
United Airlines will retrofit its Boeing 757-300 fleet with slimline seats by the middle of 2018, increasing the number of… Read More »