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Twenty-nine hours in the air. Longer than a working day, a night out, a lie-in, and another working day combined. That i...
01/11/2025

Twenty-nine hours in the air. Longer than a working day, a night out, a lie-in, and another working day combined. That is how long passengers will spend on China Eastern’s new direct long-haul route between Buenos Aires and Shanghai, a journey covering roughly 12,200 miles (19,650 km) and crossing 15 time zones. The new route is scheduled to begin in December 2025 using a Boeing 777-300ER, and will operate twice weekly as flights MU745 and MU746 via Auckland....

China Eastern launches the world’s longest direct flight from Shanghai to Buenos Aires via Auckland, redefining long-haul travel in 29 hours.

The Lufthansa Group has reported another robust third quarter in operating profits as it’s increased its revenue by 4% y...
01/11/2025

The Lufthansa Group has reported another robust third quarter in operating profits as it’s increased its revenue by 4% year-on-year to 11.2 billion euros (last year was 10.7 billion euros). The Lufthansa Group reaffirmed its outlook of anticipating a significant increase in earnings for the year as a whole. Results of the Third Quarter It was the strongest quarter in terms of revenue in the history of the Lufthansa Group....

Lufthansa Group has reported another robust third quarter in operating profits as it’s increased its revenue by 4% to 11.2 billion euros

In Spain, no two days look alike. You might land in Barcelona after a short European hop, spend the morning wandering th...
31/10/2025

In Spain, no two days look alike. You might land in Barcelona after a short European hop, spend the morning wandering through the Gothic Quarter, catch a high-speed train to Madrid by afternoon, and end the night sharing tapas and wine in Seville. For expats and frequent travellers, life looks a little different — workdays in busy cities, weekend escapes to the coast, and late-evening dinners that stretch into tomorrow....

Stay connected on every flight or layover in Spain with Jetpac eSIM — reliable, affordable data for tourists, expats, and frequent flyers.

Ethiopia is dreaming big. Near Bishoftu, around forty kilometres southeast of Addis Ababa, the country is preparing to b...
30/10/2025

Ethiopia is dreaming big. Near Bishoftu, around forty kilometres southeast of Addis Ababa, the country is preparing to build what could become Africa’s largest airport – a complex of four runways, a 1.1 million square metre terminal and parking for more than 270 aircraft. Designed to handle up to 100 million passengers a year, the project would eclipse Addis Ababa’s existing Bole International and rival global giants like Dubai and Istanbul in scale and ambition....

Ethiopia plans a $6bn four-runway airport near Bishoftu, set to handle 100m passengers a year. A bold vision balancing growth, community and climate.

In my recent trip to Sri Lanka, I became acutely aware of the need to reduce airlines’ customer care costs. It was very ...
30/10/2025

In my recent trip to Sri Lanka, I became acutely aware of the need to reduce airlines’ customer care costs. It was very clear on the British Airways component of the trip that the airline was trying to take steps to reduce its customer care costs. However, the experience was difficult as we were faced with automated baggage check-in at London Heathrow, which was difficult to handle....

This article discusses ways for flight operators to reduce airlines' customer care costs whilst maintaining and potentially improving quality

Boeing has pushed back the production of its much-anticipated 777X aircraft to 2027, suffering a whopping $5 billion in ...
30/10/2025

Boeing has pushed back the production of its much-anticipated 777X aircraft to 2027, suffering a whopping $5 billion in late delivery fees. The fallout from 777X delays and ongoing strikes has left passengers, airlines and factory workers caught in the same storm. Trouble at Boeing Boeing’s latest challenges come from a mix of program delays, labour disputes and safety concerns. The long-haul 777X, once seen as the future of international travel, won’t take flight until 2027....

Boeing faces billions in losses, major strikes and aircraft delays, impacting travellers, airline workers and the future of global aviation.

With a 0.02% cancellation rate and 67.4% of on-time arrivals in 2024, Jet2 became the most reliable airline to fly with ...
30/10/2025

With a 0.02% cancellation rate and 67.4% of on-time arrivals in 2024, Jet2 became the most reliable airline to fly with in the UK, according to AirAdvisor, an air passenger rights company. The result has been concluded after examining nearly 1.5 million flights across 2023 and 2024 to reveal the carriers least likely to see delays. Most reliable UK airlines…...

Jet2 was crowned the UK’s most reliable airline for the second year. EasyJet ranks second.

When lightning strikes a plane in the skies, it is easy to imagine danger for the safety of an aircraft, and frequent tr...
30/10/2025

When lightning strikes a plane in the skies, it is easy to imagine danger for the safety of an aircraft, and frequent travellers may wonder how often planes get struck by lightning. Yet, in modern aviation, an airplane lightning strike is a routine event that aircraft are designed to withstand. What Happens When Lightning Strikes a Plane and How Often Planes Get Struck by Lightning…...

When an airplane lightning strike occurs, it’s safe. Learn how lightning safety and aircraft design keep passengers protected every time when lightning strikes an airplane.

Montenegro flights are connecting more travellers through flights to Tivat and Podgorica, putting Montenegro travel and ...
30/10/2025

Montenegro flights are connecting more travellers through flights to Tivat and Podgorica, putting Montenegro travel and Montenegro tourism firmly on the map. While 2025 has brought some route adjustments and realignments, curiosity about the best places to visit in Montenegro continues to grow as more travellers discover the small Adriatic country’s quiet charm and authentic appeal. Airlines Bet on the Adriatic with a More Cautious Approach…...

Montenegro flights connect more travellers through flights to Tivat and Podgorica, putting Montenegro travel and Montenegro tourism on the map as interest in the best places to visit in Montenegro continues to grow.

October has been a successful month for Dubai based Emirates, with the airline winning several accolades at the Forbes T...
30/10/2025

October has been a successful month for Dubai based Emirates, with the airline winning several accolades at the Forbes Travel Guide Verified Air Travel Awards, as well as the World Travel Awards, The Times and Sunday Times Travel Awards, and the Conde Nast Readers’ Choice Awards. Refining every aspect of the passenger experience Winning the Best International Airline award for the second consecutive year, Emirates is positioning itself as one of the world's leading airlines for passenger experience....

Emirates Named 'Best International Airline', wins multiple awards from Air Travel Awards, Conde Nast and World Travel Awards

Dublin Airport is set to embark on a major sustainability overhaul after securing a €288 million long-term loan from the...
30/10/2025

Dublin Airport is set to embark on a major sustainability overhaul after securing a €288 million long-term loan from the European Investment Bank. The funding will help the operator daa implement a €627 million programme focused on reducing emissions, boosting water efficiency and improving energy performance across the airport campus. Major Investment to Drive Green Transformation for Dublin Airport The investment will accelerate the installation of electric vehicle (EV) charging stations for both airside and landside operations, enabling the transition of airport fleets to zero-emission vehicles....

Dublin Airport receives EIB funding to expand EV charging, upgrade water systems and cut emissions as part of a €627M sustainability drive

European budget airline Wizz Air has relaunched its popular 'All You Can Fly' membership, offering frequent flyers unlim...
30/10/2025

European budget airline Wizz Air has relaunched its popular 'All You Can Fly' membership, offering frequent flyers unlimited travel opportunities for €499 ($580) per year. Announced at a press conference in London on Tuesday, October 28, the program returns for a third time, targeting both leisure and business travellers. Wizz Air's $580 Travel Pass Relaunch The $580 travel pass is available to 10,000 members across 34 countries in Europe and the Middle East....

Wizz Air brings back its $580 'All You Can Fly' deal and begins testing a new business class, aiming to attract more frequent travelers

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