Airline News: April 2011, Business class airfares, tickets

Dutch airline KLM has divulged that they are to commence a fresh route to the Dominican Republic's Punta Cana. The service, for which the departure will be from Amsterdam will be offered from October to cater to those who don't want to fly via USA.

Presently, flights to Punta Cana from the UK fly via a number of American cities, adding to journey times for British travelers who want to enjoy a break in this holiday hotspot. However, with Amsterdam proving to be a chief international hub for connections the new KLM service will prove a welcome substitute.

Flying twice a week KLM's fresh route will commence on October 31st, which is a fitting time for British holidaymakers wishing to escape the country and benefit from some warmer weather abroad. Each service will provide 261 Economy seats and 24 World Business Class fares. Flights will depart from Amsterdam at 10:00am, stop over in Havana, and reach Punta Cana at 19:30. In the meantime, return flights will be non-stop to Holland, departing at 20:30 and arriving at 10:00 the following morning.

Labels: Business class, KLM

Tuesday, April 26, 2011

Malaysia Airlines Introduces 330-300 Aircraft

Malaysia Airlines has introduced its fresh A330-300 aircraft lately in a ceremonious event at the Kuala Lumpur International Airport.

Tengku Dato’ Sri Azmil Zahruddin, Malaysia Airlines’ Managing Director/Chief Executive Officer stated that they were thrilled to introduce their first A330-300 just 5 months after the delivery of the fresh B737-800 in November. He also added that the most recent fleet is aimed at creating a strong and constant platform for them to serve their sharp customers and for Malaysia Airlines to remain lucrative. These aircrafts will serve the escalating markets of South Asia, China, North Asia and Australia.

The improved A330-300 has a total capacity of 283 seats, 36 seats in Business class as well as 247 seats in Economy class. All seats are outfitted with AC power supply as well as USB port for laptops and electronic equipment. The fresh interiors are installed with mood lighting in all cabins and roomy overhead baggage compartments.

To offer superior experience and comfort, the classy features and interiors of the fresh A330-300 Business Class cabin provide comfortable angled lie flat seats, a fold-out privacy divider and six-way amendable headrest, among others, presenting the traveler with both a mini office, as well as a place to relax.

Labels: Business class, economy class, Malaysia Airlines

Saturday, April 23, 2011

Top Cuisines Offered in Lufthansa For Business Class and First Class

First and Business Class Travelers in Lufthansa can expect top class cuisines from the world's leading chefs. This specialty will be offered to the passengers in Lufthansa in the month of May and June.

Though, until now Lufthansa had offered an excellent range of options for those traveling in premium seats, in May and June passengers can enjoy the assortment of foods prepared by Wahabi Nouri, who was awarded the German Chef of The Year 2010. Nouri's trademark cuisine is French, inspired with a twist of oriental to bring out exceptional and appetizing flavors.Turning their flight into a fine dining restaurant, travelers will be able to enjoy delicious starters as well as a variety of desserts.

For the frequent travelers of Lufthansa, the new menu will be greatly welcomed converting their travel experiences into one of the finest dining experiences.

Labels: Business class, First Class, Lufthansa Airlines

Wednesday, April 20, 2011

Hong Kong Flights To Be Introduced By Mongolian Airlines

MIAT Mongolian Airlines , the national flag carrier of Mongolia, has selected Hong Kong as its succeeding flight destination in China subsequent to Beijing.The airline plans to commence scheduled direct services linking Hong Kong and the capital city of Mongolia,Ulaanbaatar, on June 2,2011.

The non-stop route connecting Hong Kong and Ulaanbaatar will be served by a Boeing 737-800 aircraft each Thursday as well as Sunday, offering 12 seats for business class and 150 seats for economy class.

Mongolian Airlines will conduct an Inaugural Appreciation Event on 28 April 2011 at the InterContinental Grand Stanford Hotel. The Representatives from Mongolian Airlines as well as several travel trade professions from Mongolia will launch the airline and offer other valuable travel information throughout the event.

Labels: Business class, economy class, Mongolian Airlines

Sunday, April 17, 2011

Jazeera Airways to Introduce Cairo Flights

The Egyptian Civil Aviation Authority (ECAA) granted Kuwait's budget carrier Jazeera Airways approval to commence operating to Cairo International. It noted the consent was granted after the airline decided to discard its low-cost policy, according to Egyptian regulations.

These conditions actually include complying with the country's pricing policies, adding a separate business class as well as accommodating certain regulations regarding flight reservations. The ECAA does not permit low cost carriers to operate to Cairo Airport Airlines to protect the interests of its national carrier EgyptAir.

Jazeera Airways Group, parent company of Jazeera and Sahaab Aircraft Leasing, earlier this month established it condensed the order it placed for Airbus A320s in 2007 from 40 aircraft to 15 aircraft.The airline carried 1.3 million passengers the preceding year.

Labels: ECAA, Jazeera Airways

Tuesday, April 12, 2011

Japan Airlines fined $5.5m above cartel

Japan Airlines International has been ordered to disburse a $5.5 million penalty for its involvement in price a fixing cartel. The Australian Competition and Consumer Commission said the result from the Federal Court in Melbourne today brought total financial penalties from seven international airlines involved in the cartel to $46.5 million. ACCC chairman Graeme Samuel said the outcome sent a clear message that the watchdog would not stop in its endeavours to bring an end to unlawful price fixing.

The watchdog started events against Japan Airlines in May last year, alleging it had reached understandings with other international airlines over fuel surcharges between December 2003 and October 2005 and insurance and security charges between January 2003 and October 2006. The airline is co-operating with the ACCC, admitting to creation and giving effect to illegal price fixing understandings with other airlines. "The company has agreed to facilitate further assistance from JAL personnel and to give access to additional documents for use against other respondents," Mr Samuel said. "This cooperation has earned it a significant discount on the penalty that otherwise would have been required." Japan Airlines was also ordered to pay costs of $200,000. The ACCC is continuing events against Singapore Airlines, Cathay Pacific, Emirates, Korean Air Lines, Air New Zealand and Thai Airways International.

Labels: international airlines, Japan Airlines, Japan Airlines fined $5.5m above cartel

Thursday, April 7, 2011

American and Expedia Agreement Wins GBTA Approval

The newest agreement between American Airlines and Expedia on the sharing of American Airlines' inventory, restoring American Airlines fares to Expedia and Hotwire through the Global Distribution System (GDS), has won endorsement from the Global Business Travel Association (GBTA)."We are pleased to see collaboration leading toward an effective solution that serves both American Airlines and Expedia",Michael W. McCormick, managerial director and COO of the GBTA said.

"As with any technology based system there is always room for novelty and we believe a collaborative approach that does not section the market is the best possible outcome." "In the end, with industry participants working together, we can improve on current technology and continue to focus on the creed that are critical to business travel procurement: transparency, access, and competition," McCormick said.  The GBTA consists of more than 5,000 members who manage more than $340 billion of global business travel and meetings expenditures yearly.

Labels: American Airlines, Business Travel

Sunday, April 3, 2011

Air India's Direct Delhi-Chicago Flight Route Performing Extremely Well

Air India received tremendous success with its direct New Delhi-Chicago flights, which were launched on October 31 2010.

Jude Crasto, the manager of Air India in Chicago stated recently that there has been an increase in the number of passengers traveling. In addition he stated that there has also been a raise in first class and business class clients and the flight has been received very well and the public is very cheerful.

The Air India flight in this route does'nt stop at Frankfurt, Germany, and the travel time has been reduced to 15 hours and 10 minutes. Crasto stated that for the New Delhi to Chicago flight, the European hub has been cancelled in order to give faster flying times and ongoing service is unparalleled.

No other airlines has achieved such advancement in such a short time and large space.

Labels: Air India, Business class, First Class

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