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Ryanair Facing “Biggest Strikes They’ve Ever Seen”

September 8, 2018 Andy Nelson

The largest low-cost carrier in Europe has been warned it faces continent-wide strike-action at the end of September unless it improves working conditions for cabin crew. The move comes on a day where Ryanair has

Airlines

SAS Posts Strong Quarterly Figures Despite Operational Challenges

September 1, 2018 Andy Nelson

Scandinavian Airlines has posted what CEO Rickard Gustafson describes as “One of the strongest results in SAS’ history” on Friday with the publication of its Q3 interim report. Revenue, pre-tax profit and passenger numbers all

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Ryanair Requests Third-Party Mediator in Face of More Pilot Strikes

August 4, 2018 Andy Nelson

Europe’s largest low-cost carrier, Ireland’s Ryanair, has proposed third-party mediation in an attempt to stem the almost relentless strike-action by its pilots in recent weeks. The airline has suggested Kieran Mulvey, formerly of the Irish

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South African Airways to Begin Restructuring to Combat Financial Woes

June 8, 2018 Andy Nelson

South African Airways (SAA) CEO Vuyani Jaraya has admitted that “tough decisions” are required in order to save the continent’s largest carrier from financial ruin. On the verge of collapse, Jaraya indicated a streamlining of the

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Saratov Airlines Ordered to Cease Operations in Wake of Fatal Crash

June 1, 2018 Andy Nelson

Russian regional carrier Saratov Airlines, the airline involved in February’s fatal accident outside Moscow which resulted in the deaths of 71 people, has been ordered to cease operations by the Russian Transport Ministry due to

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Alaska and Southwest Win J.D. Power Awards

June 1, 2018 Jace Moseley

Alaska Airlines won the J.D. Power award as the highest ranked airline in customer satisfaction in North America for the 11th year in a row. The airline ranked highest among traditional carriers according to the

Opinions

Opinion: We Brought Tomato Juice-gate Upon Ourselves

May 13, 2018 Hemal Gosai

For those who aren’t in tune with this week in airline outrage, the bean counters at United came up with a brilliant idea to cut costs. United Airlines announced that it will no longer cater

Trip Reports

Trip Report: Comparing Qatar’s A350-900XWB Business Class with the 777-300ER QSuite

May 4, 2018 AirlineGeeks.com Staff

Two weeks ago, AirlineGeeks traveled to Doha, Qatar, for the 31st Annual IATA International Ground Handling Conference. This year’s conference, the first one to take place in the Middle East, was being hosted by Qatar

Planes

Group from Northwestern Looking to Make Inflight Wi-Fi Better Than Ever Before

April 17, 2018 Parker Davis

When the first commercial aircraft took to the skies in the early part of the 20th century, and for even decades after, flying was an escape from the world below. For two, five, even ten

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Innovative Aircraft Cabin Interior Designs Honored at AIX2018

April 14, 2018 John Flett

The Aircraft Interiors Expo (AIX) was held in Hamburg, Germany this week, an industry event which has in the past attracted over 16,000 attendees. AIX 2018 is described as ‘the world’s leading event for airlines

Airlines

Lufthansa Group Introduces New Slimline Seat Design for A320s

April 13, 2018 Jace Moseley

The Lufthansa Group announced a new seat that will be featured across every Airbus A320 family aircraft in their combined fleets. This will mark the first time that Lufthansa, SWISS, and Austrian Airlines will all

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British Airways Introduces New Cabin for Gatwick Based 777s

March 6, 2018 Daniel Morley

British Airways has announced a cabin refresh for their long haul fleet based at London Gatwick. The new upgrades are for passengers in the World Traveller and World Traveller Plus cabins on the airline’s Boeing

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Qantas Introduces New Menu Items to Reduce Jet Lag

March 4, 2018 Samuel Chen

Qantas released its new menu for some long-haul flights with the goal of reducing jet lag. Some of these new items aboard Qantas’ new 787 Dreamliner from Perth to London include poke bowls and herbal

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Travel Giant TUI Takes Delivery of First Boeing 737 MAX 8

January 30, 2018 Andy Nelson

TUI, the world’s largest tourism company, took delivery of its first 737 MAX 8 earlier this week. The aircraft, registered as OO-MAX, landed in Brussels at 11:02 CET after a flight of just under ten

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The Best in Flying: Competitors for Crystal Cabin Awards 2018 Announced

January 23, 2018 Parker Davis

The Crystal Cabin Awards released the list of the competitors vying for its namesake award, given for the past 12 years for the best in aircraft innovation on Tuesday. The winners, which will be announced

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United Airlines to Begin Using Lighter Paper to Lower Fuel Costs

January 22, 2018 Andy Nelson

United Airlines is taking a unique approach to reducing fuel consumption and sees an opportunity with reducing paper usage. Rather than reducing the size of seats, removing more in-flight entertainment screens or further limiting the

Airports

U.K. Airports Report Strong November Numbers Amid December Weather Chaos

December 12, 2017 Andy Nelson

In a week which has seen numerous closures and cancellations due to adverse weather conditions, many U.K. airports will welcome the news of record passenger numbers for the month of November. The country’s largest airports, London’s

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U.S. Approval Granted for Delta Air Lines and Korean Air Joint Venture

November 20, 2017 Andy Nelson

On Friday, the U.S. Department of Transport (DOT) granted approval to the proposed joint venture between Delta Air Lines and the South Korean flag carrier Korean Air. The deal, originally struck on June 23, is

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French Strike Action Causes Flight Disruption Across Europe

October 11, 2017 Andy Nelson

Industrial action among nine public-sector unions in France, including the main air-traffic controller’s union, has resulted in disruption in the skies over Europe. The strike, lasting from Monday evening until Wednesday morning, has caused cancellations

Airlines

“Alexa, Is My Flight On Time?” United Collaborates with Amazon Echo

September 1, 2017 Tyler Tashji

United Airlines has partnered with Amazon to become the first U.S. airline to offer an Alexa skill for customers to check-in for flights, check flight status, view in flight amenities and more. This new skill

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Ryanair Facing “Biggest Strikes They’ve Ever Seen”

SAS Posts Strong Quarterly Figures Despite Operational Challenges

Ryanair Requests Third-Party Mediator in Face of More Pilot Strikes

South African Airways to Begin Restructuring to Combat Financial Woes

Saratov Airlines Ordered to Cease Operations in Wake of Fatal Crash

Alaska and Southwest Win J.D. Power Awards

Opinion: We Brought Tomato Juice-gate Upon Ourselves

Trip Report: Comparing Qatar’s A350-900XWB Business Class with the 777-300ER QSuite

Group from Northwestern Looking to Make Inflight Wi-Fi Better Than Ever Before

Innovative Aircraft Cabin Interior Designs Honored at AIX2018

Lufthansa Group Introduces New Slimline Seat Design for A320s

British Airways Introduces New Cabin for Gatwick Based 777s

Qantas Introduces New Menu Items to Reduce Jet Lag

Travel Giant TUI Takes Delivery of First Boeing 737 MAX 8

The Best in Flying: Competitors for Crystal Cabin Awards 2018 Announced

United Airlines to Begin Using Lighter Paper to Lower Fuel Costs

U.K. Airports Report Strong November Numbers Amid December Weather Chaos

U.S. Approval Granted for Delta Air Lines and Korean Air Joint Venture

French Strike Action Causes Flight Disruption Across Europe

“Alexa, Is My Flight On Time?” United Collaborates with Amazon Echo

United to Begin Flying Boeing 787-10s to Europe from Newark

Copa Overhauled: Panama’s Flag Carrier Shows Off New Aircraft and Revamped Interior

12 Things Airports Should Offer

United Unveils New Boarding Process

Aviation History Preserved: World’s First Boeing 777 Arrives at Pima Air and Space Museum