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beOnd, the world’s first premium #leisure airline, is taking flight once again with the launch of its second aircraft, an Airbus A321. With its signature dark grey and copper livery, and 68 premium all-lie-flat seats, this aircraft is designed to elevate the travel experience to new heights! Key Highlights: The new aircraft adds capacity to beOnd’s growing network, serving top destinations like #Milan, #Zurich, #Munich, #Riyadh, #Dubai, and the #Maldives. With the airline’s free flight guarantee and operational readiness, passengers and partners can rely on a smooth and stress-free journey. “We are pleased our second aircraft is now entering service,” said Tero Taskila, beOnd's Chairman and CEO. "Our new and returning customers will be impressed to see this stunning aircraft at their home airports, and they’ll be thrilled at the service from the start to finish of their journey. This aircraft provides beOnd with new capacity — and coupled with the airline’s free flight guarantee — reinforces trust and operational readiness with customers and our agency partners.” https://lnkd.in/gE9b9Abv What do you think is the future of premium leisure travel? How do you see airlines like beOnd shaping the industry? Share your thoughts below! #LuxuryTravel #AviationInnovation #PremiumAirlines #beOnd #TravelTrends #FlyBeyond #dubai #Uae #New #news #updates #airline #tourism

Revolutionising Budget Travel: Airbus A321XLR Set to Expand Horizons Exciting developments in the aviation industry! Wizz Air is set to introduce the Airbus A321XLR into operation by March 2025, reshaping the landscape of budget travel. This extra long-range aircraft has a maximum non-stop flying range of up to 11 hours (4,700 nautical miles), although Wizz Air will utilise it for flights up to eight hours—an increase from their current maximum of six hours. The Airbus Aircraft A321XLR is effectively the same aircraft as the #A321neo, but with an extra fuel tank allowing the plane to fly for longer Wizz Air will fly the A321XLR from London Gatwick to Jeddah starting March 31, 2025, with tickets from £134.99 one-way. They'll also operate daily flights between Milan Malpensa and Abu Dhabi. But Wizz Air isn't alone. Spanish carrier Iberia plans to be the first to fly the new narrowbody jet in November on a service from Madrid to Boston. In total, Airbus has received over 550 orders for the A321XLR. American Airlines, Qantas, Air Canada, and Indian budget carrier IndiGo (InterGlobe Aviation Ltd) are also expected to operate this aircraft. While easyJet, Ryanair, British Airways, and Jet2.com and Jet2holidays have not yet ordered the A321XLR, this aircraft is poised to transform the budget holiday map, connecting Britain with sub-Saharan Africa, the Gulf, and Central Asia. #Aviation #BudgetTravel #AirbusA321XLR #TravelInnovation #LongHaulFlights #AviationNews #TravelIndustry #Airlines #Airbus

Qatar Airways is all set to redefine luxury travel with its latest offerings. It is developing a new first-class product and redesigning its award-winning QSuites business class. Get ready to enjoy a private jet-like experience on commercial flights with Qatar Airways' latest products, comparable to none in the world! #aviation #airlines #airlinenews #aviationnews #qatarairways #luxurytravel #firstclass #businessclass #businessaviation #qsuites #qsuitesbusinessclass

Dubai’s Emirates Airline has unveiled the first cities on its network that it will serve with its newly refurbished Boeing 777s. The airline plans to introduce its refurbished B777s to Geneva, Tokyo Haneda, and Brussels, offering customers more opportunities to experience the airline’s signature Premium Economy on this aircraft and, for the first time, Emirates’ next-generation Business Class seats, set in a new 1-2-1 configuration. Emirates flights on the retrofitted B777s to Geneva, Tokyo Haneda and Brussels go on sale today. Dubai’s flag carrier said the first upgraded revamped B777s will operate on the following services: EK 83/84 to and from Geneva from August 11, EK 312/313 to and from Tokyo Haneda from September 1, and EK 183/184 to and from Brussels from September, 11. Emirates | #Aviation | #Geneva | #PremiumEconomy | #TokyoHaneda | #Brussels

#uzbekistanairways On Thursday, 12.09.2024, flight HY-334 (DXB->TAS) was delayed and then cancelled due to malfunctioning of the plane (guess, which type? Yes, Boeing). And the takeaway is: laying-off technically skilled people is the last thing for cost optimization. All passengers were moved to the flight next day, meaning many of the people were screwed with their plans and expectations. Some people managed to buy FlyDubai's tickets, but only persons flying business class, were let to go without checking-out from the flight, others were misled by the representatives, that they should check-out, pass the border, which will make it impossible to be on schedule to mentioned flight from FlyDubai. But the most interesting case, is that this kind of delay is a second one for the last 6 months for this route. Having a private talk with some representatives, encountered a major change in Uzbekistan Airways policies for technical support of their flights. Specifically, FTE count in Uz Airways Technics decreased for 50%, giving technical preparation of planes in major hubs (including DXB) to an outsource, provided by airports. Even 10 years ago, most of my fellow employees of Uzbekistan Airways were proud for the fact, that UZ Airways Technics have all needed competencies, resources, spare parts, places, even leased hangars in biggest airports, like Frankfurt, to maintain the carriers and keep up safety on the highest level, which was recognized far outside Uzbekistan. Yes, the tickets were the most expensive ones on the market also. But having a green-yellow-blue colored logo on a plane meant a safe, on-schedule and high quality serviced flight. What happened last year - is an effect when you start reducing costs from technical skilled people, not restructuring your operational apparatus maintenance costs (you can still face brand new imported cars entering the Uzbekistan Airways HQs), eliminating privileges for those, who do not attend in flights operations and so on. Yesterday, Uzbekistan Airways were charged for a hotel to 150 people (mean 75 double bedrooms, ~60$ each person + late dinner (15-20$ each), transfer costs, more than 12 hours of parking delay from DXB operations (dnata), and other penalties, which can result in more than 250K of costs. Having 2 of these in half-a-year at one direction can mean that reduction of 2 FTE's, despite loss of investments on their education and training, who have been working in DXB as duty flight engineers, costs at least 500K$ in yearly perspective. I'm not calculating spare parts, as company will still have to pay for them to the current service provider. Assuming, that FTE is receiving 10K$/month (compensation + daily allowance), we still get only 240$K of expense and a warehouse service may be 100-150K$ a year. Consider, what will be the real optimization here if one more delay will happen? Value technicals.

𝗦𝗼𝗮𝗿𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝘁𝗼 𝗡𝗲𝘄 𝗛𝗲𝗶𝗴𝗵𝘁𝘀: 𝗔 𝗟𝗼𝗼𝗸 𝗮𝘁 𝘁𝗵𝗲 𝗪𝗼𝗿𝗹𝗱'𝘀 𝗧𝗼𝗽 𝟭𝟬 𝗔𝗶𝗿𝗹𝗶𝗻𝗲𝘀 𝗼𝗳 𝟮𝟬𝟮𝟰 The World Airline Awards have unveiled their prestigious list of the top 10 airlines worldwide, showcasing a diverse range of carriers that have earned their place among the elite. From Qatar Airways' reign at the top to the innovative offerings of Singapore Airlines and Emirates, these airlines are setting new standards for the industry. The list also highlights the exceptional service of ANA, Cathay Pacific, Japan Airlines, Turkish Airlines, EVA Air, Air France, and Swiss International Air Lines. This article provides a deep dive into the unique offerings and achievements of each airline, exploring what makes them stand out in the crowded aviation landscape. What are your thoughts on the latest rankings? Which airlines do you believe are leading the way in terms of innovation, customer experience, and sustainability? Share your insights in the comments below. #WorldAirlineAwards #Top10Airlines #Aviation #Travel #LuxuryTravel #CustomerExperience #Innovation #Sustainability #QatarAirways #SingaporeAirlines #Emirates #WentWorld https://lnkd.in/eUVGBjXn

Exploring the Indian Aviation Landscape! Here’s a quick look at the market share of top airlines: 1. IndiGo (InterGlobe Aviation Ltd) (60%) - The largest carrier, known for its wide network and budget-friendly fares. 2. Air India Limited (27.2%) - The national airline, offering a blend of heritage and service on domestic and international routes. 3. Vistara - TATA SIA Airlines Ltd. (10.5%) - A premium airline combining Indian hospitality with international standards for a unique experience. 4. GoAir Travels & Tours Limited (7.8%) - A low-cost option focused on value and efficiency for budget travelers. 5. SpiceJet Limited (2.3%) - Offers competitive fares and a variety of destinations. Each airline plays a vital role in connecting India to the world. #IndianAviation #AirlineMarketShare

Review: Asiana Airlines Business Class (A350) Asiana Airlines business class on the A350 features a largely outdated cabin but offers a terrific meal service. Click to see our review for more details. #Asiana #AsianaAirlines #BusinessClass #FlightReview #FrugalFlyer #Aeroplan #AirCanadaAeroplan