Iberia takes first A321XLR, will retrofit narrowbodies with L bins
Iberia has taken delivery of its first extra-long-range A321XLR, becoming the launch operator of the world’s newest single-aisle aircraft. T... Continue Reading
Comfort
Beyond soda: low/no alcohol options for inflight beverages
As we round out Sober October — a monthlong awareness campaign and alcohol-free challenge — it’s been notable to see few airlines jumping on... Continue Reading
Qantas plans new Recaro R3s for “Sunrise Preview” A330s
Unveiling the final piece of its longhaul passenger experience puzzle, Qantas is installing Recaro R3 economy seats — formerly the CL3810 — ... Continue Reading
United teams with United Spinal to strengthen accessibility
In recent years, United Airlines has made several laudable moves to improve accessibility for passengers with reduced mobility as well as fo... Continue Reading
Cathay’s new Aria business breaks cover as elegant mini-suite
Cathay Pacific is today unveiling its new Aria business class suites in Hong Kong, with the first of its refitted Boeing 777-300ER aircraft ... Continue Reading
Delta goes darker, moodier with new cabin CMF
The latest salvo in the US air carrier premium travel arms race has been fired, and this time it’s Delta with a full-fleet refresh of the co... Continue Reading
Air India plans major digital upgrade for Vistara
NEW DELHI — Air India is planning a significant digital upgrade for Vistara once it completes its merger with the full-service carrier on 12... Continue Reading
Reimagining airline passenger service in the age of maxi-suites
As business class maxi-suites with their high walls continue to be rolled out by airlines, an unforeseen complication is becoming evident: t... Continue Reading
FAA to define safety criteria for wheelchairs in the cabin
US FAA officials are working to define the criteria necessary to allow someone to remain in their personal wheelchair during flight using a ... Continue Reading
Global Airlines A380 gets overhaul as EFW ramps up MRO for the type
As the Airbus A380 sees fresh wind beneath its wings in commercial aviation, Elbe Flugzeugwerke GmbH (EFW), a joint venture between ST Engin... Continue Reading
When will the U.S. enact negotiated rulemaking for accessible IFE?
Several airlines including Delta are leading the charge to bring accessible IFE to passengers — of their own volition. Outside of industry&#... Continue Reading
PriestmanGoode’s new Korean Air interiors point to combined branding
In designing the new business and economy class cabins for Korean Air, PriestmanGoode has done superlative work — and now we have further de... Continue Reading
Qantas’ SYD-JNB with A380: the shape of superjumbos to come?
Qantas’ deployment of its Airbus A380 on the Sydney-Johannesburg route marks multiple changes: a major capacity boost, passenger experience ... Continue Reading
Virgin Voyages’ cabin design stands out with unique PaxEx
Cruise holidays are immensely and increasingly popular, with new megaships launching featuring a dizzying array of amenities from waterparks... Continue Reading
Southwest to sell assigned seats in 2025; partners with Icelandair
Southwest Airlines will begin selling assigned seats in the second half of next year as part of its broader plan to transform the passenger ... Continue Reading