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.
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Ultra Low Cost Carrier Wizz Air Picks Ultra-Fast Starlink Inflight Internet
Wizz Air will install the Starlink solution on its fleet from 2027, bringing high-speed service to its (mostly) short hops around Europe.
Norwegian Passes on Starlink, Cites Strange Reasoning
Norwegian Airlines will pass on Starlink for its inflight internet, the second European U/LCC airline to dismiss the LEO satellite supplier in recent weeks.
Allegiant continues Extra expansion, predicts competitive collapse
Allegiant is ready to tap into the growing demand for a more premium travel experience, through expansion of its Allegiant Extra offering.
US airlines delivering less efficient operations
A review of employment numbers and schedules suggests the airlines are up to 20% less efficient than in 2019 on a per-employee basis.
Avelo adds Orlando base, continues expansion
Upstart Avelo Airlines sees big potential in Orlando. The airline will establish a new crew and aircraft base in Central Florida, bringing new competition to the market. Avelo plans for ten destinations served from Orlando by the end of the year.
Play adds Orlando for a winter boost
Iceland’s Play Airlines is ready to stretch the legs on its A321LR fleet. The carrier will offer service between its Keflavik hub and Orlando, Florida starting this winter.
Delta disses discount airlines, pursues premium passengers
Can Delta Air Lines continue to deliver outsized revenue gains in its premium cabins? The carrier appears focused on that segment, especially in the long-haul markets, even as domestic LCC competition heats up.
Baltimore, Boston picked for PLAY’s US debut
Travelers from Baltimore and Boston now have a new option to Europe. Iceland’s PLAY intends to launch both markets in Spring 2022, connecting the US to Europe via its hub at Keflavik.
Flying on Flair: A Canadian ULCC Adventure
What’s the experience like on Flair’s new 737 MAX? Just fine, once you get to that point, though also a bit less than expected.