Professionals from across the aircraft cabin interiors and onboard services sectors have come together online to join the Aircraft Interiors Expo (AIX) and World Travel Catering & Onboard Services Expo (WTCE) Virtual events. Here just a few highlights from the events…
Virgin Atlantic has revealed a new interior and 397-seat cabin configuration for its A350-1000s operating leisure routes, including a new cosy social space in Upper Class
The onboard hospitality industry is creating new options for airlines to reduce carbon emissions, minimise food waste and remove single-use plastics. This focus is reflected in the lineup for the online version of World Travel Catering & Onboard Services Expo (WTCE) – WTCE Virtual
Cathay Pacific’s new Airbus A321neo made its first flight this week, featuring a customised nose-to-tail interior by JPA Design and 4K seatback IFE screens with Bluetooth audio streaming
Disturbing results from a survey of US cabin crew, many of whom have suffered passenger abuse and violence, have led the Flight Attendants Union to call on the FAA & DOJ to take action and make a zero-tolerance policy permanent
IATA’s latest passenger survey has found that most air travellers are confident about the safety of air travel, and that they support mask-wearing in the near-term. However, a majority of respondents also indicated they are frustrated with the “hassle factor” around Covid-19 protocols
United is adding 270 Boeing and Airbus Aircraft to its fleet, and retrofitting its entire remaining narrow-body fleet with new ‘signature interiors’. This massive investment is expected to generate more than US$30bn in income, lower carbon emissions per seat, create 25,000 jobs, and contribute $50bn annually towards the US economy by 2026
In response to an increase in demand for premium travel from both business and leisure customers, Lufthansa is temporarily reactivating five of its Airbus A340-600 aircraft, complete with first class cabins. First class will continue, on the airline’s incoming A350-900s
SwissportALD, a JV between Airport Dimensions and Swissport, is expanding its airport lounge network through the acquisition of No1 Lounges
Air France has received the Diamond Award in the APEX Health Safety powered by SimpliFlying awards, which recognise airlines’ efforts at implementing the strictest health and safety measures
