KLM Royal Dutch Airlines has unveiled its new Premium Comfort Class, a significant upgrade between Economy and World Business Class. Available on all Boeing 777 and 787 aircraft, it offers wider seats, more legroom, larger screens, and enhanced privacy. This upgrade reflects KLM’s commitment to innovation and passenger satisfaction.
An Air India Boeing 777 flight from Delhi to Vancouver experienced a cargo fire alert at 33,000 feet. The crew issued a Mayday call, but the alert was later deactivated, and the plane landed safely. Investigations are underway, and the incident highlights concerns about similar false alarms in the past.
Qatar Airways has revolutionized in-flight connectivity by launching the world’s first Starlink-equipped Boeing 777, offering passengers high-speed internet access from gate to gate. This groundbreaking initiative, which took off from Doha to London, marks a significant step forward for the airline, cementing its position as a leader in aviation innovation.
TAAG Angola Airlines has entered into a groundbreaking five-year partnership with Air France Industries KLM Engineering & Maintenance (AFI KLM E&M) for comprehensive maintenance support of its Boeing 777 fleet. This strategic move underscores TAAG’s commitment to operational excellence and sets a new standard for aircraft maintenance within the African market.
Korean Air has launched its fourth collection of upcycled products, this time using parts from a retired Boeing 777-200ER. The collection includes exclusive name tags and golf ball markers, offering customers a unique way to own a piece of aviation history while promoting sustainability.
Emirates is rolling out its revamped Boeing 777s across six US routes, featuring upgraded Business Class and highly sought-after Premium Economy. The expanded rollout will bring the airline’s signature amenities to more destinations in the US and Latin America, offering travelers a luxurious and comfortable travel experience.
Emirates is undergoing a major revamp of its Boeing 777 fleet in Dubai, introducing new color schemes, redesigned seats, and a premium economy class. The upgrade significantly enhances passenger comfort and offers a four-class configuration, expanding Emirates’ premium economy offerings to more U.S. destinations.
Emirates is expanding its Premium Economy offering across its US network, introducing the class on six new routes and upgrading its Boeing 777 fleet with refreshed cabins. These upgrades offer a refined travel experience across all cabins, including a revamped Business Class, and will be rolled out over the coming months.
Emirates is expanding the reach of its newly upgraded Boeing 777 aircraft, adding Zurich and Riyadh to its itinerary from October 1, 2024. The airline will also introduce its acclaimed Premium Economy and reimagined Business Class sections on these aircraft, offering enhanced passenger comfort and a superior in-flight experience. The expansion includes the introduction of Premium Economy class to the Middle East/GCC for the first time and the availability of both Premium Economy and the refreshed Business Class on all routes to Geneva and Brussels.
Air India has dispatched a special flight from Mumbai to Krasnoyarsk, Russia, to bring back passengers stranded after their Delhi-San Francisco flight made an emergency landing due to a technical issue. The airline is providing support and necessities for the stranded passengers, and representatives from the Indian consulate in Moscow are assisting in the process.
