Stelia takes focussed approach to perceived seat quality
Within the highly customised, relatively low-volume world of business class seats, manufacturers continue to encounter manufacturing quality... Continue Reading
Author: John Walton
Exploring the LCC point-to-point versus legacy hub challenge in Europe
Europe’s travel acceleration is a complicated one for airlines to navigate, especially in regional areas outside major hubs, which may not b... Continue Reading
The return of the LHLCC: same model, new entrants?
An observer, casual or otherwise, could be forgiven for feeling a certain sense of déjà vu when it comes to the new advent of longhaul, low-... Continue Reading
Apple leather? Delving into lower-carbon amenity kits
“Do you want to make more money? Sure! We all do!” enthused television icon Sally Struthers in the famous 1990s commercials imprinted on the... Continue Reading
To fly, to drive, or to take the train: a French passenger conundrum
When travelling long, international distances within Europe, passengers usually have multiple options: a decent rail option (especially in W... Continue Reading
Star Alliance lounge in Paris fails to shine
On paper, the Star Alliance lounge in Paris Charles de Gaulle should be a standout. Perched atop the historic 1970s icon that is the airport... Continue Reading
Aegean’s new business class: well above Eurobusiness average
Greek national airline Aegean navigates the Scylla and Charybdis of flag carriers, pressured on the one hand by low-cost and holiday airline... Continue Reading
Surprise-and-delight: a new model for Champagne and other beverages?
A cold, crisp glass of Champagne is one of the perks of premium class travel that continues to bewitch and beguile travellers. Airlines buy ... Continue Reading
PriestmanGoode, Lantal collaborate on striking new sustainable carpets
Collaboration will be crucial as the aviation industry seeks to reduce its environmental impact, and design house PriestmanGoode and aircraf... Continue Reading
Beyond the console: Kydex and Astronics collaboration is instructive
Sitting down to reflect on how the aviation industry’s cycle of trade shows and demonstration opportunities has changed since 2019 — a cycle... Continue Reading
Recaro stretches out with muscle-exercising seat demonstrator
Passenger wellness, health and comfort are growing topics of discussion within aviation, especially as airlines push ultra-long-haul flight ... Continue Reading
EAN inflight connectivity astounds on Aegean A321neo
Since its introduction towards the end of the last decade, it’s fair to say that the European Aviation Network — the hybrid S-band/air-to-gr... Continue Reading
Eurotunnel LeShuttle needs to do more to keep passengers informed
Since the Covid pandemic started, and with all the concomitant complications it has brought to travel — fewer airlines, fewer flights to few... Continue Reading
Avoiding coffin class: the new inward-facing herringbone challenge
Remember the “coffin class” complaint of the mid-2000s around business class seat sidewalls? It’s back, but now with the newest inward-facin... Continue Reading
Air4All wheelchair seat space wows with simplicity and elegance
Of all the aircraft seats and systems on display at the Aircraft Interiors Expo in June, one product seeks to enable passengers to remain in... Continue Reading