Icelandic low-cost airline, Play, is running a trial of Bluebox Aviation Systems’ onboard retail technology on its fleet of 10 A320 Family aircraft. The airline will initially run the Blueview onboard retail service via a battery-operated portable streaming system, with more features due to be trialled in future
MRO provider, Etihad Engineering, has completed a six-year heavy maintenance check on the first of four Etihad Airways Airbus A380 aircraft returning to service. The check included the removal, inspection and installation of the full aircraft cabin
Virgin Atlantic and Rolls-Royce have confirmed a successful ground test of a Sustainable Aviation Fuel (SAF) blend with the Rolls-Royce Trent 1000 engine. Confirming the safety of the fuel marks a key milestone in the project, the next stage of which will be the world’s first 100% SAF flight across the Atlantic
From oat milk and craft beers, to new meal options, family entertainment programming from Mattel and an enhanced app, Air Canada is making several small improvements to its inflight service
A new look, a new business class and a new economy class – explore Virgin Australia’s Boeing 737-8 cabin interiors
Virgin Australia has taken delivery of its first Boeing 737-8, complete with new business class and economy class cabin interiors, further developed since the prototypes were revealed in 2021. The cabins will feature right across the airline’s Boeing 737 fleet, as part of a passenger experience investment programme worth US$75 million
The new United First will be rolled out across more than 200 aircraft by late 2026, bringing in updated seats, 13in IFE, device charging outlets, and some interesting materials choices
Southwest Airlines, the world’s largest low-cost carrier, has appointed Most to provide its inflight retail and payment systems. The systems will bring together onboard product management, bespoke payment hardware, and payment processing, all customised for the airline
The aviation and travel retail industry’s One Too Many campaign is warning holidaymakers of the consequences of disruptive behaviour on flights and in airports – with penalties including jail time, a £80,000 fine and flight bans
British Airways is introducing summer treats on board across every travel class, including Jude’s ice cream, seasonal menus, sparkling wine and a dedicated ‘Summer Fun’ inflight entertainment channel for families
