Spirit’s CEO Ted Christie shares views on sanitisation, technology and bringing back confidence, as the airline prepares for the return of passenger demand.


Spirit’s CEO Ted Christie shares views on sanitisation, technology and bringing back confidence, as the airline prepares for the return of passenger demand.

Passengers travelling on airBaltic from July will be able to select Green, Green Plus, Green Classic or Business class tickets tailored to their needs.

Seattle-Tacoma International Airport is gearing up for a gradual reopening, by introducing new technologies for sanitisation and contactless ordering.

As part of a new health and hygiene programme, Etihad has employed wellness ambassadors to provide essential health information and care for passengers.

Part one and two of the Impacts of COVID-19 report – jointly undertaken and released by Fast Future, FTE & APEX – are now available to download.

Touchless biometrics, self-service, automation, and mobile devices and apps, will have a crucial role to play in the industry’s recovery from the COVID-19 crisis.
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In our recent webinar, JAL, Boeing, APEX and ACA discussed new approaches to aircraft cabin interiors, catering, IFEC and passenger wellbeing post-COVID-19.

Hamad International Airport has implemented disinfectant robots and advanced thermal screening helmets in preparation for post-COVID-19 travel.

ACI World and IATA have called on governments to ensure that any new measures introduced to combat COVID-19 are consistent and evidence-based.

Delta Air Lines is introducing safety barriers made from plexiglass for airport check-in lobbies, departure gates and Delta Sky Club counters.

ACI World and IATA have called on governments to ensure that any new measures introduced to combat COVID-19 are consistent and evidence-based.

Delta Air Lines is introducing safety barriers made from plexiglass for airport check-in lobbies, departure gates and Delta Sky Club counters.

Qantas Group has introduced a number of measures to reduce COVID-19 spread, including provision of face masks, contactless check-in and sequenced boarding.

FTE takes a look at a variety of solutions that can help the industry overcome the challenges of COVID-19 – from contactless technologies to biometrics and offsite processing.

In our recent webinar, PIT, AirAsia, APEX and Fast Future discussed how collaboration and technology will be instrumental to building confidence.

FTE looks into how digital health passports can help the industry transition from the coronavirus lockdown, following a webinar organised by NIIT Technologies.

Abu Dhabi Airport has implemented comprehensive health and safety measures for passengers and staff, as well as continuous cargo operations.

AirAsia has implemented several contactless procedures for passengers, including contactless payments and kiosks at the airport, and enhanced app features.
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