Researcher Sophia Yang walks the science/project line
Besides an impressive four patents and four publications to her name, architected materials research scientist Sophia Yang was a member of t... Continue Reading
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WOW Air’s TF-GAY plane and Qantas’ Gay380 fly LGBTQIA colours
Icelandic low-cost carrier WOW Air is flying the pride flag with its latest aircraft, an Airbus A330-300 registered TF-GAY — arriving this m... Continue Reading
Is Emirates about to make a 2-3-2 new business class mistake?
Emirates’ new Boeing 777 longhaul business class seat will be unveiled next week, but the initial prognosis looks to be for a remarkably sho... Continue Reading
How accessible is airline safety language?
In a globalised travel world, clear and concise language for safety communications is more important than ever. First time or very irregular... Continue Reading
Lounges continue to fragment between status and class of service
As airlines continue to invest in the passenger experience, more and more of them are revisiting the split between the ground services they ... Continue Reading
Travel advice, aircraft disinsection and caution over Zika virus risks
The risks from the mosquito-borne Zika virus are beginning to become clear, and the effects on airline demand are starting to be felt as man... Continue Reading
Slow jetway innovation means #PaxEx opportunities
The humble jetway — call it airbridge, jet bridge, or what you will — is getting a lot of attention with a USA Today feature by my RGN colle... Continue Reading
RGN Premium: Quando, quando, quando
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Travel is a privilege, and the privileged should stand up to injustice
When Runway Girl Network asked for my thoughts on the travesties of justice for Michael Brown, Eric Garner, Sandra Bland, Tamir Rice and so ... Continue Reading
Signature food options help airlines stand out in busy markets
Airlines worldwide are stepping up their inflight food game to attract passengers, particularly those who are after more than just the very ... Continue Reading
RGN Premium: Rosy future or pink slips?
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RGN Premium: Passing muster
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ICAO sets 1 April for lithium-ion battery passenger cargo ban
On 1 April, a new ICAO ban on shipments of lithium-ion batteries as cargo on passenger aircraft will come into place. It is a commendable (i... Continue Reading
ViaSat wins connectivity deal for Qantas domestic & Asia
ViaSat has secured a significant international order for its Ka-only connectivity system as well as its hybrid Ku/Ka solution from Qantas. U... Continue Reading
OPINION: Congressional fumbling is counterproductive to safety
“Let’s get Congress involved in this complex matter that requires in-depth understanding and the consideration of experts,” said nobody ever... Continue Reading
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