Airlines News
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.
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.
Etihad Airways celebrates Airbus A380 inaugural flight from Abu Dhabi to London Heathrow
The superjumbo, one of Etihad’s superior onboard experiences, returns right in time for the busy summer travel period The Residence, the world’s only three-room suite in the sky, offers an unparalleled flying experience
Emirates Welcomes Air Canada to Terminal 3 at Dubai International
Move significantly enhances the connecting experience and underscores the carriers’ strategic partnership
Vietnam Announces Extensions on Visa-Free Entry and Visa Durations for Brits
Effective 15 August 2023, UK passport holders will be able to enter Vietnam without a visa for up to 45 days, a threefold increase on the previous limit of 15 days.
Vietnam Airlines to host World Safety and Operations Conference (WSOC) 2023
Vietnam Airlines is honored to be the host airline of the 2023 World Aviation Safety and Operations Conference organized by the International Air Transport Association (IATA).
Qantas Launches Campaign for Australians to Utilize $400 Million in COVID-Era Travel Credits
Qantas is embarking on another push to remind Australians to use around $400 million in remaining COVID-era travel credits held by the airline.
Iberia Joins British Airways and Qatar Airways to Expand the World’s Largest Airline Joint Business
Starting 11 December 2023, Iberia will operate daily flights between Madrid and Doha, significantly increasing capacity between the two oneworld hubs
100 days before 100 years of Finnair
With Finnair’s 100th anniversary just 100 days away, the airline has shared its top 100 fascinating facts.