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Lufthansa in-flight service: more choice, more entertainment, more sustainability
Lufthansa’s in-flight service is being expanded and will offer more choice, entertainment and sustainability in the future.Starting in mid-August, Business Class passengers on long-haul flights from Germany will be able to choose from a wider selection of main dishes as early as one month and up to 24 hours before departure
China Airlines and Philippine Airlines Adding More Codeshare Routes
China Airlines, the Taiwan-based carrier, has announced an expansion of its codesharing agreement with Philippine Airlines taking advantage of the strong post-COVID travel market between Taiwan and the Philippines.
SWISS to offer free internet chat on all its long-haul flights
SWISS customers will newly enjoy free use of the internet for chat services such as WhatsApp on all long-haul flights from next Wednesday 2 August 2023 onwards.
Potential for Wizz Air to Face Multi-Million Dollar Compensation Claims due to Flight Delays in 2022
Wizz Air faces a massive payout to passengers after the UK airline regulator initiated enforcement actions against the Hungarian carrier due to complaints about unpaid refund claims.
Air India aiming for 300% growth in cargo capacity in five years
Air India said it is gearing up to play a key role in boosting the freight and cargo ecosystem in India and globally.
New Airline BermudAir Gains AOC, Prepares For Launch
The Bermuda Civil Aviation Authority has granted an air operator’s certificate (AOC) to BermudAir, a new airline based on the British Overseas Island Territory that plans to start operating flights to the U.S. within weeks.
Global Airlines and American Express set for take-off with new partnership
Global Airlines and American Express sign agreement to partner on payments processing and exclusive Cardmember offers.
United Becomes First U.S. Airline to Add Braille to Aircraft Cabin Interiors
New tactile signage will help people with visual disabilities better identify row numbers, seat assignments and lavatory locations independently
SAUDIA SHOWCASES ENHANCED SEAT MODELS PROPOSED FOR ITS NEW AND EXISTING FLEET
SAUDIA unveiled a range of cutting-edge seat models for its upcoming fleet, and to retrofit its current fleet, as part of an array of innovative initiatives aimed at revolutionizing the travel experience.
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Quito expands its international air connections for the winter season
Spanish airline Iberia has announced a significant increase in flights to Latin America for the upcoming winter season, which begins on 28 October. Among the beneficiaries is the city of Quito, which will have a daily flight from Madrid, being the main connection with all of Europe.
easyJet Achieves Major Milestone in its Net Zero Strategy
easyJet has taken delivery of its 67th A320neo Family aircraft this month; making over 20% of the easyJet fleet NEO-technology
Boeing forecasts demand for new aviation personnel over next 20 years
Boeing has forecast demand for 2.3 million new aviation personnel over the next 20 years with Africa and South Asia being among the fastest growing regions.