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The New Jet Set: FlyJetr Captures Surge in First-Time Private Jet Travelers
FlyJetr, a class above luxury jet charter service is leading a transformative shift in the private aviation industry by attracting a new wave of first-time private jet users. Recent industry reports reveal that demand for luxury air travel has skyrocketed, with the number of first-time private jet customers more than doubling typical monthly volumes. This trend is particularly evident among families and entrepreneurs, with the average age of new private jet flyers at 38 years old. This demographic includes a notable percentage of women executives, who seek speed, convenience, and personalized travel options and are increasingly recognizing the advantages of private jet travel. Evan Kaye, Founding Partner of FlyJetr, expressed his excitement about this trend, stating, "We are thrilled to welcome a new generation of travelers who are discovering the unparalleled access and luxury that private jet travel offers."
ETIHAD AIRWAYS FIRST FLAGSHIP AIRBUS A380 ARRIVES IN SINGAPORE
Etihad Airways’ popular A380 made a stylish debut at Singapore Changi Airport on Sunday, 2 February, marking the first time the airline has flown its Big Bird to Singapore. The milestone further enhances the travel experience between the UAE and the Asian powerhouse.
RYANAIR OPENS 7 NEW LONDON ROUTES FOR SUMMER 2025
Ryanair, the UK’s No.1 low fares airline, have announced its London Summer 2025 schedule with 206 routes, including 7 new routes from Stansted to Bodrum, Clermont-Ferrand, Dalaman, Münster, Lübeck, Linz & Reggio Calabria, as well as extra frequencies on 30 other London routes to Gdansk, Ibiza, Malaga, Milan, Rome, Turin, and Valencia. To support this traffic growth, Ryanair will base 1 new B737 in London Stansted for S25 – an additional $100m investment in London – bringing Ryanair’s total London-based fleet to 56 aircraft (an investment of $5.6bn) and creating 30 new highly paid jobs for pilots, cabin crew and engineers.
easyJet partners with SignLive to help deaf and hard of hearing customers
easyJet has partnered with interpreting service SignLive enabling deaf and hard of hearing customers to communicate using British Sign Language (BSL). The new free-to-use service will help remove barriers to communication for deaf and hard of hearing customers by offering the option of easily connecting via video with a certified BSL interpreter, who can provide two-way translation, and enabling a real-time conversation with easyJet’s dedicated Assistance Team.
Air Canada Named One of Canada's Top Employers for Young People 2025
Air Canada has been recognized for the second consecutive year as one of Canada's Top Employers for Young People 2025 by Mediacorp. This respected award reflects the company's commitment to creating opportunities for young people to flourish and establish themselves as the leaders of tomorrow. Air Canada has been recognized for the second consecutive year as one of Canada’s Top Employers for Young People 2025 by Mediacorp. (CNW Group/Air Canada) Air Canada offers paid internship programs in a variety of disciplines with numerous professional development opportunities, including access to a range of online learning videos.
QANTAS MARKS NEW ERA FOR THE AIRLINE WITH UNIFORM REDESIGN SET FOR THE RUNWAY
Qantas is embarking on a major uniform redesign for the first time in over a decade as the national carrier ramps up its historic fleet renewal program, continues to invest in customers and prepares to conquer the final frontier of aviation with the launch of Project Sunrise. As the airline cements its path to an ambitious future ahead, it will begin to overhaul one of the most visual representations of the brand – the Qantas uniform – by searching for a new Australian designer to take it into the next era.
South African Airways (SAA) has added two aircraft to its fleet in the last two weeks
South African Airways (SAA) has added two aircraft to its fleet in the last two weeks, successfully growing its fleet size to 20 aircraft. “This is a remarkable achievement considering that just over three years ago, the airline emerged from business rescue with just six aircraft. Since 2021, the team at SAA has worked strategically and consistently to grow the fleet and route network sustainably. These additional aircraft will enable SAA to continue fulfilling our promise to add seat capacity in both the domestic and regional market and thereby contributing to the affordability of passenger air travel, ” says Professor John Lamola, interim CEO at SAA.
EcoPulse results suggest a bright future for hybrid-electric aviation
On a chilly day in mid-December, key stakeholders gathered together at a Daher hangar in Tarbes, in southwest France, to bid adieu to the EcoPulse demonstrator during a livestream wrap-up. A distributed hybrid-propulsion aircraft demonstrator, EcoPulse was designed and developed jointly by Airbus, Daher and Safran. Leaders from all three companies were on stage to share their perspectives on the programme, including Airbus’ own Jean-Baptiste Manchette, Head of Propulsion of Tomorrow.
Lufthansa extends A380 service to Bangkok
Lufthansa, Germany’s flagship carrier and largest airline, is pleased to announce the extension of its Airbus A380 service from Bangkok to Munich for the peak Songkran holiday season. In response to growing demand during this key travel period, Lufthansa will operate its flagship aircraft on this route, offering passengers a luxurious and comfortable flying experience between the two major cities.
Lufthansa Group strengthens wet lease partnership with airBaltic
Lufthansa Group has signed an agreement to receive a convertible share representing a 10 per cent stake of the Latvian state airline airBaltic which will be issued at a subscription price of 14 million euros. Additionally, Lufthansa Group will receive a seat in the airBaltic Supervisory Board
Sho Shibuya designs loungewear for Lufthansa Allegris First Class
Lufthansa starts an exclusive partnership with Sho Shibuya. The artist will be designing unique loungewear for the airline's new Allegris First Class. The Japanese artist Sho Shibuya became world-famous with his works, which change in impressive color gradients from dawn to sunset. The contemporary artist has created a unique design for Lufthansa, inspired by the view of the sky that can only be experienced high above the clouds from an airplane. However, his art is not just for viewing but can be felt and experienced up close.
Emirates teams up with the NBA to lead youth clinic in Paris
Emirates, the Official Airline Partner of the NBA, offered youth in Paris last week an unforgettable experience with NBA Legend Joakim Noah. Showing 15 kids from a local organisation, Sport dans la Ville, in Paris the fundamentals of the game, Noah gave up-close and personal lessons around passing, shooting, rebounding and offered positive reinforcement and encouragement throughout the session.