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We know that Lufthansa is currently trying to work on its passenger experience, particularly on long haul flights. We’re seeing the airline progressively roll out its new long haul Allegris cabin concept, which includes a new first class and new business class, among other things. However, that’s only part of what Lufthansa is changing, as the airline is also working on completely overhauling its soft product on long haul flights, which is long overdue. We’ve known for several months that this was in the works, but the airline has now officially announced this. Lufthansa teases “Future Onboard Experience” changes 2026…

A California jury has ordered American Airlines to pay $11 million in damages to a passenger who suffered two strokes onboard a transatlantic flight in 2021, as per the Los Angeles Times. The incident occurred on November 15, 2021, during American Airlines AA68 from Miami to Madrid, when the passenger, Jesus Plasencia, began showing symptoms of neurological distress. Despite urgent requests from Plasencia’s wife, the crew did not divert the aircraft and instead continued on to Spain. The lawsuit alleged that the airline’s refusal to divert led to worsening outcomes for the passenger, who suffered not one but two strokes…

A Washington, DC resident has been charged following an incident on Saturday, September 20, 2025, where a man directed a hand-held laser pointer in the direction of the Marine One helicopter, which had President Donald Trump on board. Marine One is the callsign used by the US Marines’ VH-3D Sea Kings that are used for ferrying the US president to and from the White House in the US capital, as well as on other trips and visits. As reported by CBS News, the individual concerned, named by the authorities as Jacob Samuel Winkler, 33, was spotted by a uniformed Secret…

BERLIN — German Minister of Defense Boris Pistorius said calls to shoot down Russian jets that have entered NATO airspace are counterproductive, advocating instead for a policy of restraint following several incursions by Moscow’s warplanes.He characterized the violations as dangerous and highlighted the risk of an accident or misunderstanding, but said that in the recent events, there had been no reckless behavior by Russian pilots.“So far, there has been no recognizable aggressiveness in these incidents. But that is a prerequisite for kinetic, physical intervention,” the German defense minister said on Tuesday.Pistorius, speaking at a press conference after a meeting with…

I’ve referenced this video several times in passing (even in a post about the best airline ads), but I’d like to dedicate a post to this, for anyone who hasn’t seen it… “The people behind SWISS” video from 2016 SWISS has an incredible brand video that was released almost a decade ago, in 2016. I don’t know how many dozens of times I’ve seen it over the years, but I find it to be utterly mesmerizing, between the visuals and the music. Here’s how SWISS describes the video: Over 100 employees from more than 30 divisions are joined together by…

Air Canadahas announced that it will be extending its Northern Hemisphere summer season route from Ottawa to London to a year-round operation, with three weekly Boeing 787 flights penciled in on the route between November 2025 and March 2026. The news comes just six months after the route’s launch. First Delivery September 25, 2011 Number Delivered 1,138 Production Sites Everett, Washington, United States; North Charleston, South Carolina, United States Launch Customer(s) All Nippon Airways Manufacturer Boeing The Canadian flag carrier has identified this transatlantic route as one that serves both business and leisure travelers to an effective degree, and highlights…

On September 23, 2025, Brazilian planemaker Embraer and Sierra Nevada Corporation (SNC) entered into an agreement for the sale of one A-29 Super Tucano aircraft to SNC. SNC is a specialist firm in aerospace and national security and signed the deal for the new aircraft at the Air & Space Forces Association (AFA) Air, Space & Cyber Conference, being held in Maryland between 22 and 24 September 2025. The supply of one of Embraer’s light attack training aircraft will allow SNC to immediately begin pilot training upon an anticipated, currently undisclosed contract award. It will also reduce the time to…

In May 2024, the Park Hyatt Tokyo closed, so that it could undergo a major renovation. There’s now an exciting update, as the hotel has just started accepting reservations again, for its opening as of December 2025. Park Hyatt Tokyo reopening December 9, 2025 The Park Hyatt Tokyo is expected to reopen as of December 9, 2025, with reservations now being available. Since the spring of 2024, the hotel has been undergoing a full renovation, including of public areas and guest rooms. The hotel first opened in 1994, so this renovation coincides with the property’s 30th anniversary. The hotel has…

10 News San Diego has reported that San Diego International Airport has officially opened its revamped Terminal 1, which is nearly three times larger than the old structure and built with a strong emphasis on sustainability, innovation, and passenger experience. The terminal opens amid growing demand for travel to and from San Diego, and is intended to support future growth for decades. San Diego International Airport IATA Code SAN City San Diego Designation Major-Domestic The new Terminal 1 replaces the original modular facility built in the 1960s. Its scale and features reflect San Diego’s ambition to modernize one of the…

Norway has confirmed that Russian military aircraft violated its airspace on three separate occasions in 2025, joining NATO allies in condemning what the alliance described as a pattern of “irresponsible and unacceptable” behavior over allied territory.  Prime Minister Jonas Gahr Støre stated that the incidents in April, July, and August 2025 marked the end of a decade-long period without any Russian incursions into Norwegian airspace.   “These incidents occur in an already serious security situation,” Støre said, stressing that NATO was united in its condemnation of Russia’s actions in Estonia, Poland, Romania, and elsewhere.  Three airspace violations in 2025  According to…