WestJet launches new Plus product
Enhances its Plus premium economy service by leaving empty two middle seats in the first three rows of its Boeing 737 aircraft.
PASSENGER EXPERIENCE
INCLUDES PASSENGERSELFSERVICE
PASSENGER EXPERIENCE
INCLUDES PASSENGERSELFSERVICE
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British Airways new First Class on 787 Dreamliner
When BA starts flying the 787-9 Dreamliner in October it will have a First cabin unlike the current 787s the airline has in service.
Hong Kong to deploy 120 self bagdrop units
The new systems aim to speed up the bagdrop process for passengers and reduce handling costs for the airport.
TUMI Global Locator tracks your bags anywhere
Uses a combination of WiFi, Bluetooth, GSM data and GPS to give its precise location no matter where it is in the world.
United unveils new first class seat for narrowbody aircraft
The seat will debut on an Airbus A319 next week, with retrofits on A319s, A320s and many Boeing 737s and 757s through 2016.
Marriott guests can borrow virtual reality headsets
The program is currently being tested for two weeks at the New York Marriott Marquis and London Marriott Park Lane properties.
New Zealand signs for more ABC e-gates from Morpho
An initial nine next generation ABC e-Gates will be installed in 2015 at Auckland international airport.
Etihad Airways introduces new baggage policy
Majority of routes move to piece concept allowance, excess baggage charges cut dramatically, enhanced benefits for Etihad Guest members.
Alaska Airlines achieves IATA Fast Travel Platinum Status
Alaska is just the fifth carrier in the world to achieve Platinum status, and the second North American carrier.
London Assembly says NO to Heathrow expansion
Assembly Members agreed a motion that says a firm ‘no’ to expanding Heathrow, opposing totally the recommendation made in the controversial report.
JAL Diamond Premier Lounge Service at New Chitose Airport
The airline will also revamp the existing Sakura Lounge at the same time.
Japanese airports introduce mobile fingerprinting terminals
The idea is to reduce time spent in lines by capturing biometric data while queuing.
Mayor of London says Heathrow plans fail UK
Issues 30-page report showing detailed flaws using Commission's own findings
Prime Minister opens hydrogen filling station at Oslo Airport
The Norwegian Prime Minister opened the first hydrogen filling station at the airport.
Cancun implements 80 self-service kiosks
375 workstations and 80 self-service kiosks are in place.
Perth to use common use check-in
Airlines at airport could benefit from a 26% reduction in passenger processing costs.
Delhi Airport launches new flyDEL mobile app
Provides passengers flight information and access to facilities available at the airport.
SWISS self print baggage tag for Zurich departures
SWISS home print baggage tag option is now available for any SWISS flight from Zurich.
Rotterdam introduces common use self-service bag drop
Self-service bag drop can reduce check-in times by 30 percent.
Recharge free at Frankfurt Airport
More than 5,000 power sockets and USB ports are available for free use
