Icelandair has introduced its new Hekla Aurora aircraft, which is inspired by the Aurora Borealis and features a one-of-a-kind onboard lighting display.
REDEFINING THE END-TO-END PASSENGER EXPERIENCE AND BUSINESS PERFORMANCE
REDEFINING THE END-TO-END PASSENGER EXPERIENCE AND BUSINESS PERFORMANCE
Icelandair has introduced its new Hekla Aurora aircraft, which is inspired by the Aurora Borealis and features a one-of-a-kind onboard lighting display.
Azran Osman Rani, CEO of AirAsia X, discusses how the carrier is exploring a Skycouch-style seating option and shares his thoughts on in-flight connectivity.
The newly reconfigured international A330 offers lie-flat seats in Business Class, slimline seats in Economy and a new in-flight entertainment system.
Following extensive travel during the festive season, the FTE team offers some thoughts on how airlines can improve the onboard experience in 2015.
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The first A350 XWB has been delivered to Qatar Airways and includes a number of features that will help improve Business and Economy class experiences.
All 25 of Air Canadaâs 777-300ERs will be equipped with the new International Business Class and Premium Economy product from Q4 2015.
Qantas will retrofit its A330 fleet with new Business Suites, which for the first time will allow passengers to recline from take-off through to landing.
FTE takes a look at how Asian airlines are embracing the latest technological developments to improve the in-flight passenger experience.
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Air China has taken delivery of its first 747-8 Intercontinental, which is configured in a four-class layout and has a culturally inspired cabin interior.
Family Booths, Duo-seating, iPad-equipped crew, an onboard snack bar and destination-related bookings via the IFE system are among the many innovations.
BA has confirmed that 18 of its Boeing 747s will receive a cabin refresh, with Panasonicâs eX3 in-flight entertainment system to be installed.
British carrier Thomas Cook Airlines has unveiled its all-new Airbus A330, which includes a Premium cabin for the first time, as well as an enhanced Economy offer.
Japan Airlinesâ new 787 includes a 23-inch IFE monitor in Business, a new Premium Economy class and more spacious seating in Economy.
United Airlines has become the first North American carrier to take delivery of the 787-9 Dreamliner, which is equipped with Panasonicâs eXConnect Wi-Fi service.
FTE looks at how Cathay Pacificâs investment in Economy, Premium Economy, Business and First Class, plus next-generation IFE, has contributed to its âworldâs best airlineâ title.
Air New Zealandâs first refurbished Boeing 777-200ER has entered service and includes the new Premium Economy product, Skycouch and Panasonicâs eX3 IFE system.
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