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JetBlue boosts A220 order book, E190 retirements

February 15, 2022 A220, A220-300, Airbus, Collins Aerospace, E190, economy class, embedded IFE, Embraer, IFEC, In Flight, in-flight connectivity, in-flight entertainment, in-flight internet, in-flight wifi, in-seat power, inflight connectivity, inflight entertainment, inflight wifi, Meridian, News, PaxEx, seating, seats, Travel, USB, USB-C

Written by Seth Miller @ Wandering Aramean

JetBlue upped its order book on the A220 to 100 frames, converting 30 options from its existing portfolio. Under the expanded order book the carrier will now take delivery of 92 new A220-300s through the end of 2026.
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JetBlue boosts A220 order book, E190 retirements

February 15, 2022 A220, A220-300, Airbus, Airplanes and Airports, Collins Aerospace, E190, economy class, embedded IFE, Embraer, IFEC, In Flight, in-flight connectivity, in-flight entertainment, in-flight internet, in-flight wifi, in-seat power, inflight connectivity, inflight entertainment, inflight wifi, Meridian, seating, seats, Seats & Cabin, Travel, USB, USB-C

Written by Seth Miller @ PaxEx.Aero

JetBlue upped its order book on the A220 to 100 frames, converting 30 options from its existing portfolio. Under the expanded order book the carrier will now take delivery of 92 new A220-300s through the end of 2026.
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Finnair launches new business class, premium economy cabins

February 10, 2022 AirLounge, business class, Collins Aerospace, dining, economy class, HAECO, IFE, IFEC, In Flight, in-flight entertainemnt, in-seat power, inflight entertainment, Marimekko, News, PaxEx, Premium Cabin, Premium Economy, PriestmanGoode, seating, seats, Tangerine, Travel, USB, USB-C, Vector

Written by Seth Miller @ Wandering Aramean

Finnair unveiled a revamped long-haul offering, including the introduction of a brand new business class seat and the company’s first foray into premium economy.The 200 million euro investment will see the first planes fitted with renewed products flyi…

Finnair long-haul revamp: New business class and premium economy cabins on offer

February 10, 2022 AirLounge, business class, Collins Aerospace, dining, economy class, HAECO, IFE, IFEC, In Flight, in-flight entertainemnt, in-seat power, inflight entertainment, Marimekko, Premium Cabin, Premium Economy, PriestmanGoode, seating, seats, Seats & Cabin, Tangerine, Travel, USB, USB-C, Vector

Written by Seth Miller @ PaxEx.Aero

Finnair unveiled a revamped long-haul offering, including the introduction of a brand new business class seat and the company’s first foray into premium economy. The 200 million euro investment will see the first planes fitted with renewed products fly…

Frontier, Spirit announce plans to merge

February 7, 2022 ancillary, ancillary fees, ancillary revenue, BFS, economy class, elite status, FreeSpirit, frequent flier, Frequent Flyer, Frontier, IFEC, In Flight, in-flight connectivity, in-flight internet, in-flight wifi, inflight connectivity, inflight wifi, Loyalty, merger, News, PaxEx, Premium Cabin, Spirit Airlines, subscription, Travel, wifi

Written by Seth Miller @ Wandering Aramean

Frontier Airlines and Sprit Airlines intend to merge, creating a new 5th largest airline in the US.
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Frontier, Spirit announce plans to merge

February 7, 2022 Airplanes and Airports, ancillary, ancillary fees, ancillary revenue, BFS, economy class, elite status, FreeSpirit, frequent flier, Frequent Flyer, Frontier, IFEC, In Flight, in-flight connectivity, in-flight internet, in-flight wifi, inflight connectivity, inflight wifi, Loyalty, merger, Premium Cabin, Seats & Cabin, Spirit Airlines, subscription, Travel, wifi

Written by Seth Miller @ PaxEx.Aero

Frontier Airlines and Sprit Airlines intend to merge, creating a new 5th largest airline in the US.
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Streaming IFE, softer seats feature on Northern Pacific’s new interiors

January 21, 2022 2Ku, 757-200, ACLA Studio, BYOD, economy class, first class, IFC, IFE, IFEC, In Flight, in-flight connectivity, in-flight entertainment, in-flight internet, inflight connectivity, inflight entertainment, Intelsat, News, Northern Pacific Airways, PaxEx, Premium Cabin, Premium Economy, seating, seats, Streaming IFE, Tapis Corporation, Travel, wifi, Wireless IFE, Zodiac, Zodiac Aerospace

Written by Seth Miller @ Wandering Aramean

With Northern Pacific aiming to launch trans-pacific flights via Anchorage later this year, what should passengers expect on board? Interiors work on the first aircraft is not yet complete, but the company shared some details on seating, entertainment,…

Streaming IFE, softer seats feature on Northern Pacific’s new interiors

January 21, 2022 2Ku, 757-200, ACLA Studio, BYOD, economy class, first class, IFC, IFE, IFEC, In Flight, in-flight connectivity, in-flight entertainment, in-flight internet, inflight connectivity, inflight entertainment, Intelsat, Northern Pacific Airways, Premium Cabin, Premium Economy, seating, seats, Seats & Cabin, Streaming IFE, Tapis Corporation, Travel, wifi, Wireless IFE, Zodiac, Zodiac Aerospace

Written by Seth Miller @ PaxEx.Aero

With Northern Pacific aiming to launch trans-pacific flights via Anchorage later this year, what should passengers expect on board? Interiors work on the first aircraft is not yet complete, but the company shared some details on seating, entertainment,…

Beyond the beds: Considering the back half of United’s A321XLR

January 7, 2022 A321XLR, ancillary, ancillary fees, ancillary revenue, business class, economy class, Economy Plus, News, PaxEx, Premium Cabin, Premium Economy, Premium Plus, seating, seats, Travel, United Airlines

Written by Seth Miller @ Wandering Aramean

Getting flat beds in business class on United’s upcoming A321XLR fleet would seem to be table stakes for a new aircraft configuration today. That it will be a new product, however, is very interesting. So, too, is what that means vis a vis spacing on b…

Beyond the beds: Considering the back half of United’s A321XLR

January 7, 2022 A321XLR, ancillary, ancillary fees, ancillary revenue, business class, economy class, Economy Plus, Premium Cabin, Premium Economy, Premium Plus, seating, seats, Seats & Cabin, Travel, United Airlines

Written by Seth Miller @ PaxEx.Aero

Getting flat beds in business class on United’s upcoming A321XLR fleet would seem to be table stakes for a new aircraft configuration today. That it will be a new product, however, is very interesting. So, too, is what that means vis a vis spacing on b…

Qatar Airways poised to lease/operate Cathay 777s

December 3, 2021 2Ku, 777-300ER, business class, Cathay Pacific, economy class, first class, GX, GX Aviation, IFC, IFEC, In Flight, in-flight connectivity, in-flight internet, inflight connectivity, Inmarsat, Intelsat, News, PaxEx, Premium Cabin, Premium Economy, Qatar Airways, seating, seats, Travel, wifi

Written by Seth Miller @ Wandering Aramean

Qatar Airways is looking to partners to help augment its long-haul fleet. Cathay Pacific is next up, with a couple 777s likely moving west early in 2022.
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Qatar Airways poised to lease/operate Cathay 777s

December 3, 2021 2Ku, 777-300ER, business class, Cathay Pacific, economy class, first class, GX, GX Aviation, IFC, IFEC, In Flight, in-flight connectivity, in-flight internet, inflight connectivity, Inmarsat, Intelsat, Premium Cabin, Premium Economy, Qatar Airways, seating, seats, Seats & Cabin, Travel, wifi

Written by Seth Miller @ PaxEx.Aero

Qatar Airways is looking to partners to help augment its long-haul fleet. Cathay Pacific is next up, with a couple 777s likely moving west early in 2022.
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Singapore Airlines unveils new 737 MAX cabins

November 16, 2021 737 MAX 8, business class, Collins Aerospace, economy class, embedded IFE, eX1, Factorydesign, IFEC, In Flight, in-flight connectivity, in-flight entertainment, in-flight internet, in-seat power, inflight connectivity, inflight entertainment, News, PAC, Panasonic, Panasonic Avionics, Panasonic Avionics Corporation, PaxEx, power, Premium Cabin, seating, seats, Singapore Airlines, Thompson Aero, Travel, USB, Vantage

Written by Seth Miller @ Wandering Aramean

As Singapore Airlines resumes 737 MAX flights later this year passengers will see a new product on board. The carrier unveiled its new premium cabin today, including lie-flat seats, as part of the overall offering.
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Singapore Airlines unveils new 737 MAX cabins

November 16, 2021 737 MAX 8, business class, Collins Aerospace, economy class, embedded IFE, eX1, Factorydesign, IFEC, In Flight, in-flight connectivity, in-flight entertainment, in-flight internet, in-seat power, inflight connectivity, inflight entertainment, PAC, Panasonic, Panasonic Avionics, Panasonic Avionics Corporation, power, Premium Cabin, seating, seats, Seats & Cabin, Singapore Airlines, Thompson Aero, Travel, USB, Vantage

Written by Seth Miller @ PaxEx.Aero

As Singapore Airlines resumes 737 MAX flights later this year passengers will see a new product on board. The carrier unveiled its new premium cabin today, including lie-flat seats, as part of the overall offering.
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American Main Select focuses on business travelers in economy class

November 9, 2021 American Airlines, BOS, Boston, codeshare, DCA, economy class, Fares, Jetblue, LaGuardia, LGA, NEA, News, Northeast Alliance, PaxEx, seating, Travel, Washington DC

Written by Seth Miller @ Wandering Aramean

American Airlines plans a revamp of the marketing for its high frequency, business-focused routes in 2022. Along with shedding the “American Shuttle” branding, the carrier will expand the routes it considers high-frequency business service and add a ne…

American Main Select focuses on business travelers in economy class

November 9, 2021 Airplanes and Airports, American Airlines, BOS, Boston, codeshare, DCA, economy class, Fares, Jetblue, LaGuardia, LGA, NEA, Northeast Alliance, seating, Travel, Washington DC

Written by Seth Miller @ PaxEx.Aero

American Airlines plans a revamp of the marketing for its high frequency, business-focused routes in 2022. Along with shedding the “American Shuttle” branding, the carrier will expand what it considers high-frequency business markets and add a new fare…

DLD 357: Easy Breezy

October 30, 2021 A220, aadvantage, Airbus, American Airlines, Bonvoy, Breeze Airways, business class, co-brand, cobrand, Credit Card, Credit Cards, economy class, elite status, first class, frequent flier, Frequent Flyer, Marriott Rewards, Podcast, Premium Cabin, seating, seats, Travel

Written by Seth Miller @ Wandering Aramean

The brand new Breeze A220 is top of mind this week, as we have a crew chatting just hours after the unveiling. Plus AAdvantage and Bonvoy news that might matter to you.
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DLD 357: Easy Breezy

October 28, 2021 A220, aadvantage, Airbus, American Airlines, Bonvoy, Breeze Airways, business class, co-brand, cobrand, Credit Card, Credit Cards, economy class, elite status, first class, frequent flier, Frequent Flyer, Marriott Rewards, Podcast, Premium Cabin, seating, seats, Travel

Written by Seth Miller @ Dots, Lines & Destinations

The brand new Breeze A220 is top of mind this week, as we have a crew chatting just hours after the unveiling. Plus AAdvantage and Bonvoy news that might matter to you.

Breeze bets big on premium with new A220s

October 27, 2021 A220, A220-300, Airbus, Breeze Airways, economy class, first class, IFEC, In Flight, in-flight connectivity, in-flight entertainment, in-flight internet, in-seat power, inflight connectivity, inflight entertainment, News, PaxEx, Premium Cabin, Safran Seats, seating, seats, Travel, USB

Written by Seth Miller @ Wandering Aramean

Breeze Airways expects strong demand for premium seating up-sells on its new A220 fleet. The carrier chose to fit 36 “Nicest” first class seats on board, filling the front half of the cabin. It is a massive bet on premium demand and ancillary sales for…

Breeze bets big on premium with new A220s

October 26, 2021 A220, A220-300, Airbus, Breeze Airways, economy class, first class, IFEC, In Flight, in-flight connectivity, in-flight entertainment, in-flight internet, in-seat power, inflight connectivity, inflight entertainment, Premium Cabin, Safran Seats, seating, seats, Seats & Cabin, Travel, USB

Written by Seth Miller @ PaxEx.Aero

Breeze Airways expects strong demand for premium seating up-sells on its new A220 fleet. The carrier chose to fit 36 “Nicest” first class seats on board, filling the front half of the cabin. It is a massive bet on premium demand and ancillary sales for…