British Airways will add a free tier to its inflight internet offerings, becoming the latest airline to tie internet service to its loyalty program.
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Southwest shifts seating supplier in interiors revamp
Southwest Airlines will fly with new seats from 2025, part of an aircraft interiors update for the company.
Interior refresh coming for Delta’s 737-800s
Photos have emerged revealing the next round of Delta’s 737-800 interior upgrades is underway. Approximately 40 aircraft are expected to see the refresh over the next two years, with new seats and updated in-flight entertainment coming on board.
Alaska Airlines takes first 737 MAX 8, plans further cabin retrofits
Alaska Airlines took delivery of its first 737 MAX 8 this week, adding additional range and flexibility to its fleet. In an unusual twist, the interior of the new plane is not what the carrier expects to fly longer term.
Lufthansa Group flexes with A220, MAX orders
The Lufthansa Group plans to add the 737 MAX 8 to its fleet before the end of the decade. It will also expand its A220-300 operations and added A320neo options.
Delta plans "High J" config for A350 fleet
Delta Air Lines appears set to add more business class seats to its A350s in an upcoming layout, set to fly in mid-2024.
Egyptair taps Panasonic Avionics for IFE/C on new A350 fleet
Egyptair’s new long-haul fleet will fly with updated entertainment and connectivity services from Panasonic Avionics on its new A350 fleet. The carrier ordered 10 of the A350-900s at the 2023 Dubai Air Show, with deliveries expected from 2025.
Safran snags massive contract for Emirates fleet fittings
Safran secured a (not really) billion dollar commitment from Emirates to fit the carrier’s fleet over the decade ahead.
JetBlue adds Dublin, Edinburgh, unwinds NEA at LGA
JetBlue will fly to Dublin and Edinburgh in Summer 2024 but will serve these markets slightly differently than its current London, Paris, and Amsterdam operations.
LOT reveals (eventual) new 787-8 interiors
With its 787-8 fleet now pushing past 10 years of age LOT Polish Airlines is ready to update its interiors. The carrier announced plans for a nose-to-tail refresh of the cabins, covering the seats as well as inflight entertainment and connectivity on board.