Ryanair, Europe's largest low-cost airline, is planning a significant shift in its boarding process by eliminating paper boarding passes. This change, expected to be implemented as early as April 2025, is part of the airline's broader strategy to streamline operations and enhance the passenger experience.
By Aditya M
Starting January 2025, Air France will implement a significant change to its in-flight service on short and medium-haul international flights. Passengers traveling in economy class on select routes will no longer receive complimentary meals. This policy shift marks a notable departure from the airline's long-standing tradition of offering free in-flight meals and snacks to all passengers, regardless of the flight duration or class of service.
By Aditya M
On September 27, 2024, a British Airways flight, BA1306, en route from London Heathrow to Aberdeen, was forced to make an emergency landing at Manchester Airport. The incident occurred after smoke and fumes were reported in the cockpit, prompting the flight crew to declare an emergency and divert the aircraft mid-journey.
By Aditya M
In a surprising turn of events, British Airways (BA) has cancelled its Airbus A380 flight from London Heathrow to Singapore, which was scheduled to arrive just in time for the Formula 1 Grand Prix. This decision has left many passengers scrambling for alternative travel arrangements and has raised questions about the reliability of BA's A380 fleet.
By Aditya M
On September 17, 2024, an EasyJet flight from Heraklion, Crete to London Gatwick experienced a dramatic incident that led to an emergency evacuation. The flight, identified as EZY8261, was preparing for departure when a vape device exploded inside a passenger's carry-on bag, causing panic and chaos among the passengers and crew.
By Aditya M
In a significant disruption to travel plans, British Airways (BA) recently cancelled over 100 flights in and out of London, affecting around 25,000 passengers. This mass cancellation primarily impacted flights at London Heathrow and London City airports, with many holiday destinations such as Larnaca, Ibiza, and Mallorca being affected.
By Aditya M
On September 5, 2024, Turkish Airlines Flight TK24, a Boeing 777-300, embarked on its routine journey from Istanbul’s Atatürk International Airport to Taipei Taoyuan International Airport. What started as a standard long-haul flight soon turned into a harrowing experience for the 214 passengers and 17 crew members on board.
By Aditya M
In a significant move for aviation safety, the European Union Aviation Safety Agency (EASA) has mandated inspections for Airbus A350 aircraft following a serious incident involving a Cathay Pacific flight. This directive comes after an engine fire on a Cathay Pacific Airbus A350-1000, which forced the aircraft to return to Hong Kong shortly after takeoff.
By Aditya M
On September 4, 2024, an EasyJet flight from Gatwick to Kos International Airport in Greece was forced to make an emergency landing due to an unexpected and alarming incident involving a passenger. This event has sparked significant interest and concern among travellers and aviation enthusiasts alike. Let's delve into the details of what happened and the broader implications for airline safety and passenger behaviour.
By Aditya M
On August 24, 2024, Lufthansa flight DLH44, en route from Frankfurt, Germany, to Atlanta, USA, made an unexpected emergency landing at Manchester Airport. The Airbus A330-300, carrying numerous passengers, diverted over the coastline of Scotland before safely touching down in Manchester around noon.
By Aditya M
Wizz Air, the Hungarian low-cost airline, has recently launched a ground-breaking subscription model called “All You Can Fly.” This innovative offering allows travellers to book an unlimited number of flights within a year for a fixed annual fee. Let’s dive into the details of this exciting new subscription and explore its potential benefits and limitations.
By Aditya M
A Swiss International Air Lines Boeing 777-300ER en route from Tokyo to Zurich encountered a series of unexpected challenges on Saturday, August 17th. The flight, carrying 319 passengers, was forced to make an emergency landing in Astana, Kazakhstan, due to a medical incident on board. While the situation was initially brought under control, the ordeal took an unexpected turn as the aircraft encountered difficulties upon landing.
By Aditya M
