The striking Explorer A330 VIP cabin concept has been developed by Lufthansa Technik and Diehl Aviation to appeal to wealthy lovers of travel and style. The concept features a virtual projection system that can transform the entire sidewalls and ceiling into anything from blue skies to deep oceans, to a disco
Six PhD students and staff from TU Delft are creating a digital model of comfort in turboprop aircraft, supporting the development of hydrogen/fuel cell airplanes. Here’s how they used a flight to collect data on the many factors that influence comfort
Enjoy an update from Scott Kirby, CEO at United Airlines, as he says the “global airline industry is emerging more resilient than ever”. He also invites you to join nearly 100 airlines, over 300 leading suppliers, and 1,000 industry leaders at the Covid-safe event in Long Beach, where he will star at the Thought Leadership Conference on 30th November
Today saw Air France receive the first of its 60 A220-300s on order – the largest A220 order from a European carrier. Watch the aircraft delivery from Airbus’s final assembly line in Mirabel, Canada, unveiled to the public during a ceremony at Paris Charles-De-Gaulle Airport
Emirates has launched the first airline virtual reality app in Oculus Store. Explore the Emirates First Class Suite and other signature products in full VR with an industry-first, immersive and interactive experience
Two special categories have been added to the 2021 Crystal Cabin Award programme, developed by a task force of judging panel members in response to the global coronavirus pandemic and its impact on aviation worldwide. Awards organisers Lukas Kaestner and Julia Grosser present the winners in this online ceremony
British Airways flight BA1476 from London Heathrow to Glasgow Airport was the airline’s first-ever passenger flight to be powered directly by sustainable aviation fuel, with the remaining emissions produced by the flight offset. In this video the airline’s team gives a glimpse into how aviation is decarbonising
Porter Airlines is due to take delivery of up to 80 Embraer E195-E2s, starting in Q2 2022, which will fly leisure and business travellers across North America, Mexico and the Caribbean. Michael Deluce, president & CEO of Porter Airlines explains his strategies and choice of aircraft
The Nuage seat is claimed to offer the aerospace industry’s first zero-gravity seating position for reduced lower back pressure, optimised weight distribution and improved circulation
The FAA has recorded an increase in incidents when airline passengers have disrupted flights with threatening or violent behaviour. Interfering with the duties of an airline crew member violates federal law. This exchange between a pilot and air traffic control during an incident illustrates the issue
