SIA vows not to cannibalize other products for premium economy
As Singapore Airlines prepares to launch its new premium economy product in the second half of 2015 on Airbus A380s and Boeing 777-300ERs, t... Continue Reading
Tag Archives: Premium Economy
Airport and aircraft tech touted as Emirates A380 arrives at SFO
San Francisco International Airport is not only the latest US airport to receive Emirates’ double-decker A380 service direct to Dubai, but i... Continue Reading
US major’s domestic first rebrand opens door to Premium Economy
A well-placed senior source within a major US international airline tells Runway Girl Network that the carrier is in advanced preparations f... Continue Reading
Lufthansa keeps middle seats, but makes changes in 747-400 refit
In what could be perceived as a quiet downgrade for business class passengers, Lufthansa is keeping middle seats on its Boeing 747-400 fleet... Continue Reading
Lufthansa creates exclusive atmosphere in new Premium Economy
Wednesday, 8 October 2014, was a day of firsts for Star Alliance member and German flagship carrier Lufthansa. Departing gate Z52 at Frankfu... Continue Reading
The 19 different kinds of aircraft seating in 2014
Travelers are growing increasingly aware that the specific model of seat on their aircraft is more important to the passenger experience (#P... Continue Reading
Op-Ed: Seat wars present opportunity for mid-cabin innovation
The passenger experience is evolving faster than ever before. Up front, business and first class passengers have more amenities, better serv... Continue Reading
Why trickle down ergonomics is a flawed theory for aircraft seats
Someone recently made the following statement on Twitter: “A rising tide raises all ships. This is why better business class seats will lead... Continue Reading
Numbers show Etihad rising to real estate challenge with Residence
The A380 was designed in a world before the global financial crisis, and carriers that took delivery of early examples were challenged to fi... Continue Reading
Etihad doesn’t see need for Premium Economy on A380s, 787s
Airlines often say their first class is like flying by private jet. In unveiling the new first class seats on Etihad’s soon-to-be-delivered ... Continue Reading
Premium Economy presents clear opportunity for US carriers
In 1999 United Airlines introduced Economy Plus seating. It is an extra 4-6 inches of legroom in a standard economy seat and is available fo... Continue Reading
Op-Ed: Redefining Premium with the Spaceseat
Over Christmas I flew to Los Angeles to visit friends, and decided to treat myself to a flight with Air New Zealand. Having interacted with ... Continue Reading
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