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Heathrow’s New Nature Traffic Control Tower Offers Unique Birdwatching Experience for Visitors
In an innovative and exciting move towards sustainability, Heathrow Airport has introduced the Nature Traffic Control Tower, an initiative designed to support its Nature Positive Plan while offering...
Taking the train can be almost twice as fast as flying for some journeys in France
In 2023, France introduced a ban on domestic short-haul flights where there is a rail alternative of under two and a half hours. Taking the train is faster than flying for some short journeys within...
United invests in new generation ‘all-wing’ aircraft designer
United Airlines has signalled a potential order for up to 200 revolutionary designed delta wing aircraft by investing in manufacturing start-up JetZero. The California-based company aims to build...
Delta opens new lounge the size of a football pitch at world’s busiest airport
Delta Air Lines has opened its eighth lounge at the Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport, also known as the world’s busiest aviation hub. The newly opened space focuses on the famous...
Face the future: how facial recognition is set to transform air travel in South Africa
In a world where facial recognition already unlocks smartphones, authorises payments, and checks in hotel guests, it’s no surprise that airports might be next in line. Soon, South African travellers...
Etihad brings back worldwide chauffeur service
Etihad Airways will offer a global chauffeur service to all first class passengers beginning 1 August 2025. The Gulf carrier currently offers chauffeur drive on a limited basis, between its hub at...
Qatar Airways, Virgin Australia offer complimentary vouchers for dining at HIA
Qatar Airways and Virgin Australia have launched ‘Dine on Us’ – a complimentary dining programme for passengers travelling through Doha to and from Australia. Starting June 12, Qatar Airways...
Etihad Airways Joins IATA’s Turbulence Aware Programme
Etihad Airways, the national airline of the United Arab Emirates, has become the latest airline to join IATA’s Turbulence Aware programme. Turbulence Aware collates anonymised data about turbulence...
Experts explain why airplane mode impacts flight safety
Boarding a plane is rarely anyone’s favourite activity, and the wait for takeoff, seated and idle, can feel endless. Often, passengers are on their phones, checking social media and responding to...








