Up in the Air News

The United Airlines Ventures Sustainable Flight Fund – a way for companies and consumers to come together and increase the supply of SAF through the support of start-ups – has grown to nearly $200 million.

A Virgin Atlantic led consortium has announced that the world’s first 100% Sustainable Aviation Fuel transatlantic flight will take place on 28 November 2023, pending further regulatory approvals and testing.

As part of a new sustainability coalition, Alaska Airlines, American Airlines, Delta, Southwest Airlines and United Airlines will provide input to Boeing and NASA on the Sustainable Flight Demonstrator.

Emirates is launching a meal pre-ordering initiative, available to passengers between 14 days and 24 hours in advance of their flight, as part of efforts to deliver a “premium inflight dining experience”.

Virgin Australia has revealed the Business Class and Economy cabin interior in its new Boeing 737-8 aircraft, as well as plans to refresh the cabins on its remaining Boeing fleet, as part of a $110m investment.

United Airlines has introduced a new domestic First Class seat that includes a wireless charging station in every arm rest. The new United First seat is described as “designed around the modern traveller”.

PLAY Airlines is to trial Bluebox Aviation Systems’ passenger-facing onboard retail solution. The aim is to provide a platform to add new channels of revenue generation, while enhancing the passenger experience.

KLM Royal Dutch Airlines is introducing new World Business Class seats onboard its entire Boeing 777-300 and 200 fleet. The broader seats have a sliding door designed to ensure greater comfort and privacy.