Lufthansa Group introduces preferred seating zones
Lufthansa Group has announced plans for a new preferred seating zone on long-haul services. But don’t get too excited. If… Read More »
Swiss to launch new business class amenity kits
Swiss International has launched a new range of business class amenity kits in partnership with Swiss army knife and luggage… Read More »
South African Airways will fly Airbus A330-300 on Heathrow-Johannesburg route
South African Airways has announced plans to operate its newest A330-300 aircraft between Heathrow and Johannesburg, but in turn will… Read More »
Delta to offer transatlantic hand baggage only fares
Atlanta-based Delta is now selling hand baggage only (HBO) fares on many routes linking Europe with the US. Delta brands… Read More »
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 »
American Airlines’ flagship lounge arrives at LAX
American Airlines has opened its new Flagship Lounge and Flagship First Dining facilities at Los Angeles International Airport (LAX). American… 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 »
Austin’s best tacos
You’re not eating right if you’re not eating tacos while in Austin. From taquerias to taco trucks, there’s no shortage of… 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 »
Beijing now offers six-day visa-free stays
Travelers from more than 50 countries going through Beijing as well as Tianjin and Hebei province while transiting on to… Read More »