Air Astana ha lanciato la nuova Economy Sleeper Class, un’innovativa opzione che offre ai passeggeri un’esperienza di viaggio più confortevole a un costo accessibile. Questa classe intermedia, disponibile sui voli da Astana a Londra e Francoforte, combina il comfort della business class con vantaggi esclusivi, come il priority check-in e l’accesso alla business lounge.
Alaska Airlines is offering a limited-time promotion for cardholders to earn 5X miles on qualifying purchases made at AlaskaAirlines.com until March 31, 2015. While the bonus is capped at 2,500 miles, savvy travelers can maximize their rewards by canceling and rebooking existing tickets.
Etihad Airways has acquired a 75% stake in Alitalia Loyalty, enhancing the MilleMiglia frequent flyer program. With 4.6 million members, MilleMiglia aims to improve benefits for its users, including easier mile accumulation and redemption across partner networks, while adapting to modern loyalty trends.
Fog at LAX led to several aircraft, including a Qantas A380, diverting to Ontario Airport. This situation arose due to ongoing construction at LAX, which obstructs visibility of cranes during low visibility conditions. A video capturing the landing is available for viewing.
London City Airport has secured approval for a £200 million expansion, set to increase annual flight capacity from 70,000 to 111,000. This development will enhance runway efficiency, accommodate new aircraft types, and create 1,500 jobs by 2023, further expanding its reach to various destinations.
Il Gruppo Lufthansa avvia un’importante iniziativa di sostenibilità a Oslo, rifornendo i propri aeromobili con biofuel a partire da marzo 2015. Grazie a un contratto con Statoil, saranno forniti 2,5 milioni di galloni di carburante sostenibile, contribuendo alla riduzione dei costi e delle emissioni di CO2.
La Compagnie is launching its all Business Class service from London Luton Airport to Newark on April 24, 2015, offering roundtrip saver tickets for approximately £650. While the flight schedule presents challenges, the service aims to cater to business travelers seeking alternatives to traditional routes.
Changes to the BA Executive Club affect the earning of Tier Points, which determine elite status. Notably, the Tier Points for the London City to New York JFK flight will drop from 210 to 140 for tickets issued after April 28. Additionally, low fare tickets in specific classes will now earn reduced Tier Points, impacting travelers’ strategies for accumulating status.
L’articolo analizza la crescente scomodità dei voli in classe economica, attribuendo la responsabilità non solo alle compagnie aeree, ma anche ai passeggeri stessi. Si esplora come le limitazioni di spazio, la scarsa qualità del servizio e l’aumento dei costi per i servizi accessori abbiano trasformato l’esperienza di volare in una sofferenza.
Qatar Airways has acquired a 10% stake in International Airlines Group (IAG), the parent company of British Airways and Iberia. This strategic investment comes as IAG seeks to acquire Aer Lingus, highlighting Qatar’s role as a long-time partner in the OneWorld alliance amidst evolving dynamics in the airline industry.
Lufthansa is responding to the growing threat of low-cost airlines by reorganizing its Eurowings brand. The merger of Eurowings and germanwings will create a new Eurowings, aimed at competing in both short and long-haul markets. The transition includes fleet upgrades and a renewed focus on quality to distinguish itself from budget carriers.
British Airways is implementing significant changes to the Executive Club effective April 28, notably reducing Tier Points earned on flights from London City. The popular service to New York JFK will now offer Tier Points at the business class rate, aligning it with Heathrow and Gatwick. These adjustments, particularly for lower fare categories, will impact members’ earning strategies and overall value.
