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Fully digital travel experience closer to reality

October 30, 202497 Views

The International Air Transport Association (IATA) and its partners have successfully demonstrated that the industry is ready to deliver a fully digital air travel experience. This was achieved in a proof-of-concept (PoC) involving two passengers using different digital wallets and travel credentials on a round-trip between Hong Kong and Tokyo. IATA partnered with Cathay Pacific, Hong Kong International Airport, Narita International Airport, Branchspace, Facephi, NEC, Neoke, Northern Block and SICPA for the travel which took place on 21 and 22 October. The airport elements of this PoC were conducted in a live environment, building on an initial PoC carried out in a test environment in 2023. In the PoC, two travelers used digital wallets containing their digital passport, company...

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Cathay Pacific unveils Aria Suite, a new way to experience air travel

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October 18, 2024156 Views

Showcasing a whole new cabin experience in Business, Premium Economy and Economy onboard the airline’s retrofitted Boeing 777-300ER aircraft Cathay Pacific is once again raising the bar for customer experience with the official unveiling of its all-new Business class, Aria Suite, together with its new Premium Economy and refreshed Economy onboard its retrofitted Boeing 777-300ER aircraft. The airline’s retrofitted 777-300ER debuted on its Hong Kong-Beijing route today (18 October) before progressively being deployed on other regional and long-haul routes. The new cabin experience was introduced at a special ceremony for distinguished guests, valued customers and Cathay members, members of the media and Cathay employees at Hong Kong Aircraft Engineering Company Limited’s (HA...

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Plane etiquette: Seven things you should never do

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August 26, 2024185 Views

Holidaymakers should be aware of the do’s and don’ts of air travel they should know before jetting abroad. Experts at Online-Bedrooms.co.uk have named seven frowned-upon habits passengers should avoid on planes. Flying can be stressful so it’s important for travellers to stick to etiquette rules to ensure a smooth and enjoyable experience for everyone on the plane. Being confined in a small space with strangers requires more consideration of fellow passengers’ personal space and comfort. Certain behaviours which may seem harmless to some can significantly disturb the experience of others. People who hog both armrests, get too drunk, or recline their seats without asking the person behind them can expect some frowns from their fellow passengers. Other irritating behavio...

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Aviation industry supporting the Olympic story

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August 1, 2024158 Views

Air passenger demand up 9.1% in June, as per IATA data The International Air Transport Association (IATA) released data for June 2024 global passenger demand with the following highlights: Total demand, measured in revenue passenger kilometers (RPK), was up 9.1% compared to June 2023. Total capacity, measured in available seat kilometers (ASK), was up 8.5% year-on-year. The June load factor was 85.0% (+0.5 percentage points (ppt) compared to June 2023). International demand rose 12.3% compared to June 2023. Capacity was up 12.7% year-on-year and the load factor improved to 85.0% (-0.3ppt on June 2023). Domestic demand rose 4.3% compared to June 2023; capacity was up 2.1% year-on-year and the load factor was 85.0% (+1.7ppt compared to June 2023). “Demand grew across all ...

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Aviation workers bear the brunt of travel disruption

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July 25, 2024236 Views

● 72% of aviation workers experience verbal or physical abuse during ● 55% have negative impact on mental health due to flight disruption ● 82% agree to be battling with fewer resources to manage disruption effectively Aviation workers say that 72% of airline or airport staff have been intimidated, shouted at or physically hurt during disruptions to customer travel. Shockingly, 71% of air travel workers say they see an increase in staff being abused by customers when disruption occurs. This number correlates closely with customer anger, as 73% of aviation workers see customers “furious or frustrated” in the face of travel disruption. Research, conducted by travel technology specialist IBS Software and Aviation Business News finds that 55% of...

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Air passenger demand up 10.7% in May

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July 3, 2024187 Views

The International Air Transport Association (IATA) released data for May 2024 global passenger demand with the following highlights: Total demand, measured in revenue passenger kilometers (RPKs), was up 10.7% compared to May 2023. Total capacity, measured in available seat kilometers (ASK), was up 8.5% year-on-year. The May load factor was 83.4% (+1.7ppt compared to May 2023), a record high for May. International demand rose 14.6% compared to May 2023. Capacity was up 14.1% year-on-year and the load factor improved to 82.8% (+0.3ppt on May 2023). Domestic demand rose 4.7% compared to May 2023; capacity was up 0.1% year-on-year and the load factor was 84.5% (+3.8ppt compared to May 2023). “Strong demand for travel continues with airlines posting a 10.7% year-on-year increas...

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Airline profitability outlook improves for 2024

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June 3, 2024269 Views

The International Air Transport Association (IATA) has announced strengthened profitability projections for airlines in 2024 compared with its June and December 2023 forecasts. An aggregate return above the cost of capital, however, continues to elude the global airline industry. Outlook highlights include: Net profits are expected to reach $30.5 billion in 2024 (3.1% net profit margin). That will be an improvement on 2023 net profits which are estimated to be $27.4 billion (3.0% net profit margin). It is also an improvement on the $25.7 billion (2.7% net profit margin) forecast for 2024 profits that IATA released in December 2023. Return on invested capital in 2024 is expected to be 5.7%, which is about 3.4 percentage points (ppt) below the average cost of capital. Operating...

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Passenger demand up 11% in April

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May 30, 2024296 Views

The International Air Transport Association (IATA) released data for April 2024 global passenger demand with the following highlights: Total demand, measured in revenue passenger kilometers (RPKs), was up 11.0% compared to April 2023. Total capacity, measured in available seat kilometers (ASK), was up 9.6% year-on-year. The April load factor was 82.4% (+1.0ppt compared to April 2023). International demand rose 15.8% compared to April 2023; capacity was up 14.8% year-on-year and the load factor improved to 82.2% (+0.7ppt on April 2023). Domestic demand rose 4.0% compared to April 2023; capacity was up 2.1% year-on-year and the load factor was 82.6% (+1.5ppt compared to April 2023). “Passenger demand has been growing for 36 consecutive months. As we enter the peak northern s...

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Six ways to ease jet lag

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May 10, 2024254 Views

Holiday makers facing jet lag should get back to their normal routines to help get their sleeping schedule back on track. The experts at Online-Bedrooms.co.uk have revealed six of the best ways to beat jet lag after a holiday. Travelling to different time zones can mess with our sleep and leave us feeling fatigued when we get home. Getting back into a normal routine is crucial for fighting jet lag and experts advise trying to adjust to time zones as soon as you land. Nic Shacklock at Online-Bedrooms said: “It’s important to try and adjust to the new time zone as soon as you land back home. One of the biggest mistakes people make after a trip abroad is not sleeping when they get home because they don’t feel tired and vice versa. “Following your local time zone is the quickest ...

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Why you should avoid this viral plane sleep hack

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May 9, 2024313 Views

There is a viral aeroplane sleeping hack circulating online. But you should better avoid this for many reasons. Sleep experts at WinstonsBeds.com have revealed that the hack is unsafe and can increase the risk of back pain and blood clots. Over 60% of air travellers experience below-average or very poor sleep on flights, but a new online hack making the rounds on social media claims to have the answer. It involves the passenger putting their knees up and strapping the seatbelt buckle around their ankle. This is said to make plane journeys more comfortable for travellers by keeping their bent legs in place as they doze off. Despite the hack being praised online, the experts are warning jet-setters not to copy the hack because of safety concerns. If the plane hits turbulence, h...