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A380

Global Airlines’ questionable partnership claims continue

7 August 2023 By Seth Miller 8 Comments

Global Airlines' first A380 (image via Global Airlines)

Global Airlines had a spectacular opportunity, with the travel media world in attendance as the carrier hosted its “Welcome Aboard” party in London on 28 July. Instead, CEO James Asquith took the opportunity to once again highlight a bunch of brands that Global Airlines does not yet have a formal partnership with.

This story is about: A380, Global Airlines, premium cabin, premium economy, seating, seats Filed Under: Airplanes and Airports, Seats & Cabin

Global Airlines pitch deck delivers questionable claims, fuzzy financials in advance of A380 fleet launch

20 July 2023 By Seth Miller 18 Comments

Global Airlines is grabbing plenty of attention of late. But a review of its financial pitch deck from 2021 raises far more questions than it answers, especially around partnerships and basic math skills.

This story is about: A380, Balltia, Global Airlines, premium cabin, seating, seats Filed Under: Airplanes and Airports

Emirates (re)commits big to Premium Economy

18 November 2021 By Seth Miller Leave a Comment

Premium Economy as currently flying on the Emirates A380

Emirates will add premium economy seating to 105 aircraft in its fleet, joining the handful of 380s delivered with the product on board. The retrofit program is expected to begin at the end of 2022 and take 18 months to complete.

This story is about: 777, 777-300ER, A380, DAS21, Dubai Air Show, Emirates, premium economy, seating, seats Filed Under: Seats & Cabin

Qantas boosts rebound, points opportunities with Australia border reopening

22 October 2021 By Seth Miller Leave a Comment

Australia is reopening its borders, and Qantas is ready to take advantage of the pent up demand for travel. The airline will accelerate the return of many international routes, as well as larger aircraft, to support consumer demand. It is also adding a frequent flyer twist, with several “points planes” loaded for travelers.

This story is about: A380, awards, frequent flier, frequent flyer, India, Melbourne, points, Qantas, rewards, routes, Sydney Filed Under: Airplanes and Airports, Loyalty

Singapore Airlines brings back the A380

14 October 2021 By Seth Miller Leave a Comment

Singapore Airlines is the latest carrier to bring back the A380 super jumbo. Citing strong demand – and customer preference for the type – as the country expands its vaccinated traveler lane (VTL) program, London will be the first market to see regular A380 flights resume.

This story is about: A380, Heathrow, LHR, London, SIN, Singapore, Singapore Airlines Filed Under: Seats & Cabin

The British Airways A380 is back!

6 October 2021 By Seth Miller 2 Comments

British Airways' A380 G-XLEK as seen from the park outside LAX

The British Airways A380 is officially coming back. The airline will use its largest aircraft to carry passengers to warm, sunny destinations as part of a significant rebound in long-haul service volume for the winter.

This story is about: A380, British Airways, Caribbean, Gatwick, Heathrow, LGW, LHR, London, routes Filed Under: Airplanes and Airports, Ground Services

Qantas making big moves, looks to restart international travel

26 August 2021 By Seth Miller Leave a Comment

The financials are, expectedly, not great for Qantas. But with the carrier’s latest earnings report it also expressed optimism in the reopening of international markets later this year. And, potentially, a return of the A380 to service sooner than expected.

This story is about: A330-200, A380, Airbus, frequent flier, frequent flyer, IFC, IFEC, in flight, in-flight connectivity, in-flight internet, loyalty, points, Qantas, ViaSat, wifi Filed Under: Airplanes and Airports, Loyalty

British Airways extends maintenance on A380 fleet, but…

4 August 2021 By Seth Miller 2 Comments

British Airways' A380 G-XLEK as seen from the park outside LAX

The British Airways A380 fleet should be in tip-top shape for flying through at least 2027. The carrier signed a contract extension with Lufthansa Technik (LHT) that calls for the planes to be maintained at LHT’s Manila base. But current conditions suggest not all the planes will return to service.

This story is about: A380, British Airways, business class, IFE, IFEC, in flight, in-flight entertainment, inflight entertainment, premium cabin Filed Under: Airplanes and Airports, Seats & Cabin

Emirates unveils Premium Economy offering

29 December 2020 By Seth Miller 1 Comment

Nice detail work in the stitching on the leather seats in the new Emirates premium economy cabin (image via Emirates)

Emirates’ customers finally have a premium economy option for their travels. But there’s a catch: Travelers cannot book the seat yet and might not be able to for some time.

This story is about: 777, 777X, A380, Emirates, premium cabin, premium economy, Recaro, seating, seats Filed Under: Seats & Cabin

Hi Fly to retire the A380

3 November 2020 By Seth Miller Leave a Comment

After three years of operations European charter specialist Hi Fly intends to retire its A380 from service. The carrier chose to not renew the lease on 9H-MIP bringing a close to that era.

This story is about: A380, Hi Fly Filed Under: Airplanes and Airports

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