NEWS First photo of Singapore Airlines new premium economy seat
Ahead of a worldwide launch this morning (Singapore time) SQ has shared the first image of its new premium economy seat.
NEWS Saudia develops automatic Wi-Fi connection for luxury passengers
Saudia has become the first airline to develop and provide passengers with a dedicated mobile phone application for free in-flight Wi-Fi. Passengers simply scan their ticket’s bar code for free…
NEWS IAG seeks to sooth Irish government concerns over Aer Lingus acquisition
International Consolidated Airlines has highlighted the importance of direct air services and connectivity for investment and tourism in Ireland following its offer for the airline. IAG argues its proposal would…
NEWS Europcar expands facilities at Belfast International Airport
Europcar, the leader in car hire services in Europe, has opened a new branch at Belfast International Airport, bringing travellers a dedicated rental suite within the arrivals area. The new…
NEWS Lufthansa moves ahead with fleet modernisation programme with Boeing 747-8 delivery
The Lufthansa Group has continued with the modernisation of its aircraft fleet with the delivery of its 16th Boeing 747-8. The aircraft landed as scheduled at its future home airport…
NEWS Etihad Airways welcomes Dreamliner to fleet as passenger numbers soar
Etihad Airways, the national airline of the United Arab Emirates, has introduced its first Boeing 787 Dreamliner into commercial service. The first flight, operated by a Boeing 787-9, departed Abu…
NEWS Qatar Air Mulls Halting Japan Service Over Slot Row
The airline is "in the final stages of deliberations" about whether to withdraw the three daily services, which include one operated with its new Boeing 787 Dreamliner, a person close…
EMERGENCY An Aer Lingus A330 from Dublin had trouble with its nose gear after landing at O’Hare Monday evening
The jet sat on the runway for about an hour with emergency crews surrounding it. Eventually, equipment was brought out to the plane and towed the Airbus A330 to its…
INCIDENT Jetstar plane diverted to Brisbane after engine fault
Engineers are trying to determine what caused an engine fault on a Jetstar plane that made an unexpected landing in Brisbane.The plane was en route from the Gold Coast to…
NEWS ROUTES: US Carriers Discuss Gulf Open Skies With Obama Officials
Executives from American Airlines, Delta Air Lines and United Airlines have met with senior Obama administration officials to discuss limiting the access of the Gulf carriers to the USA, says…
NEWS Air NZ aircraft struck by lightning on approach
A air new zealand Boeing 737-319 jet, with flight number NZ689 was en route from Wellington to Dunedin at FL100 when it was struck by lightning on approach into Dunedin…
