Israel’s EL AL is the latest airline to sign on for Starlink’s inflight internet service. The move comes as part of an “expanded premium offering” the carrier is introducing from November 2026.
Seats & Cabin
American Takes First E175 with Recaro R2 Seats
American Airlines’ newest Embraer E175 regional jets feature Recaro’s R2 economy class seats, part of a cabin refresh program for the carrier’s regional operations.
JetBlue’s BlueFirst Cabin Now On Sale
JetBlue’s new BlueFirst cabin is now on sale, with the first reconfigured plane planned to enter revenue service on 8 December between Boston and Fort Lauderdale.
Alaska Airlines Brings Aurora Premium Upgrades to MAX 10, 787 Fleets
Alaska Airlines is ready for a true premium play. The carrier will introduce a MAX 10 sub-fleet with lie-flat beds and premium economy, add premium economy to its widebody fleet, and more.
Avianca Insignia Launches with Updated Long-haul Business Class Experience
Avianca will refresh its long-haul business class offering, bringing an updated travel experience to its 787-8 fleet.
What to Expect from JetBlue’s BlueFirst Offering
BlueFirst – the new premium seating for JetBlue – is almost ready to fly. Here’s what JetBlue says travelers can expect on board.
Premium Takes Flight with Allegiant First Launching in 2027
Allegiant First will fly from Spring 2027, offering more space and other amenities to travelers. And the new seating might not be the biggest change announced today.
Bermudair Picks A220 for Fleet Expansion
Bermudair has big plans for expansion, choosing the A220-300 as the backbone of an upgraded and up-gauged) fleet.
Hawaiian to Inherit Alaska Airlines 737-800s for Inter-island Flying
The future of inter-island flying in Hawaii is the 737-800. Alaska Airlines announced its plan to replace the 717 fleet with 737-800s carrying the Hawaiian brand.
AirAsia Goes Big–and Wants Bigger–with Airbus A220 Order
The top-line numbers are impressive: 150 A220s to be delivered to AirAsia in the years ahead. Behind the headlines, however, are a few very interesting stories, as is often the case when Tony Fernandes is involved.