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IndiGo to launch direct flights in Tiruchi-Jaffna sector from March 30
3 weeks, 1 day ago

IndiGo to launch direct flights in Tiruchi-Jaffna sector from March 30

The Hindu  

IndiGo is all set to launch direct services in Tiruchi-Jaffna-Tiruchi sector from March 30, 2025. The airline operates direct flights from Chennai to Jaffna and the service will continue, the sources added. The introduction of Tiruchi-Jaffna service comes as a welcome development for Tamils living in and around Jaffna, in the Northern Province of the island nation. Travel industry representatives …

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Southwest Airlines says it is ending cabin service earlier to reduce chance of injury
3 months, 3 weeks ago

Southwest Airlines says it is ending cabin service earlier to reduce chance of injury

Associated Press  

Southwest Airlines says it is ending its cabin service earlier on its flights starting next month. Beginning on Dec. 4, a company spokesperson said, flight attendants will begin preparing the cabin for landing at an altitude of 18,000 feet instead of 10,000 feet. In May, a 73-year old man died on board a Singapore Airlines flight when the plane hit …

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British Airways: Doubts over Airbus A380 fleet as Singapore F1 flight is cancelled
6 months, 1 week ago

British Airways: Doubts over Airbus A380 fleet as Singapore F1 flight is cancelled

The Independent  

Sign up to Simon Calder’s free travel email for expert advice and money-saving discounts Get Simon Calder’s Travel email Get Simon Calder’s Travel email SIGN UP I would like to be emailed about offers, events and updates from The Independent. Read our privacy policy Around 900 British Airways passengers to and from Singapore are the latest to be told their …

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Mistakes Travelers Make On Short Flights
1 year ago

Mistakes Travelers Make On Short Flights

Huff Post  

Thomas Barwick via Getty Images Choose your plane seat wisely, even on a short flight. Getting Too Comfortable “One common mistake I see travelers make on short flights is getting too comfortable ― taking off shoes, sleeping too deeply,” said Gabby Beckford, founder of the travel site Packs Light. “Make sure to pack snacks and water.” Short flights don’t always …

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Talks on with Indigo, Star Air for flight service to Mysuru
1 year, 2 months ago

Talks on with Indigo, Star Air for flight service to Mysuru

The Hindu  

Talks are on with private players including Indigo and Star Air to launch new services to Mysuru which has seen a gradual shrinking of flights despite passenger traffic. Mysuru MP Pratap Simmha said that there was demand for Goa, Kochi and other places but most players in the airline industry cite lack of ATR planes – which are 72 seater …

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Liz Hurley slams British Airways’ ‘dodgy service’ after getting stuck in Antigua days before Christmas
2 years, 3 months ago

Liz Hurley slams British Airways’ ‘dodgy service’ after getting stuck in Antigua days before Christmas

The Independent  

Sign up to Simon Calder’s free travel email for expert advice and money-saving discounts Get Simon Calder’s Travel email Get Simon Calder’s Travel email SIGN UP I would like to be emailed about offers, events and updates from The Independent. Read our privacy policy The model and actress Elizabeth Hurley has hit out at British Airways after becoming stranded in …

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疫情下的求变与创新：航空公司推出“行李到家”服务
2 years, 11 months ago

疫情下的求变与创新：航空公司推出“行李到家”服务

China Daily  

新冠疫情让国内外航空公司受到史无前例的重创。为了求生存求发展，国内民航公司纷纷求新求变，推出“行李到家”等服务，希望能以优质的服务和舒适的体验来吸引客流。 Passengers board a flight at the Qingdao Jiaodong International Airport in Qingdao, East China's Shandong province, Aug 12, 2021. 随着近期疫情反弹，面临巨大经济压力的国内航空公司为求生存纷纷推出附加的创新服务。然而，分析师对于这些服务是否能帮助航空公司增加收入仍持有保留态度。 Hainan Airlines, China's fourth-largest carrier, launched a service in late March that helps passengers deliver their luggage home. 国内第四大航空公司海南航空3月底在北京首都机场、海口美兰机场推出了“行李到家”服务。旅客只需线上下单，即可享受从机场到家门口的行李送达服务，从而为旅客节约行李提取等待时间，免除大件行李搬运的劳累和不便。 After passengers have checked their luggage at departing airports and within one hour after the flight lands, they can order …

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Scandal-hit FAA chief resigns after Boeing 737 MAX and 5G masts fiascos
3 years, 1 month ago

Scandal-hit FAA chief resigns after Boeing 737 MAX and 5G masts fiascos

Daily Mail  

The leader of the Federal Aviation Authority has resigned as the scandal-hit air travel body looks to rebuild public trust after multiple high-profile scandals. Dickson, who was appointed FAA chief in August 2019, told President Joe Biden 'it's time to go home,' and said he wanted to spend more time with his family. Steve Dickson, pictured in November 2021, has …

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Reconnecting Jaffna to southern India
5 years, 5 months ago

Reconnecting Jaffna to southern India

The Hindu  

It takes about eight hours by road to cover the 400 km distance from the northern city of Jaffna to the capital Colombo. In addition to linking them to the Indian cities they frequent, the opening of an international airport also enhances business and trade prospects in the Jaffna peninsula. Along with the development in Palaly, the government proposes to …

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Donald Trump performs double fist pump as he arrives at 9/11 memorial service to honour Flight 93 victims
6 years, 6 months ago

Donald Trump performs double fist pump as he arrives at 9/11 memorial service to honour Flight 93 victims

The Independent  

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British people pay over £400 in hidden charges and booking fees every year, study finds
6 years, 9 months ago

British people pay over £400 in hidden charges and booking fees every year, study finds

The Independent  

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Popular eatery's duck tastes flight online
8 years, 11 months ago

Popular eatery's duck tastes flight online

China Daily  

Quanjude, China's iconic restaurant chain for original Peking roast duck with a history since 1864, has embraced the nation's "Internet Plus" strategy, with a new online platform that features duck rolls and about 30 other dishes. The Internet has changed all the other three industries before it started to change dining and catering industry very recently, and Quanjude has been …

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MH17 Malaysia Airlines crash: Pro-Russian separatists 'discuss downing of flight' in leaked audio released by Ukraine Security Service
10 years, 8 months ago

MH17 Malaysia Airlines crash: Pro-Russian separatists 'discuss downing of flight' in leaked audio released by Ukraine Security Service

The Independent  

For free real time breaking news alerts sent straight to your inbox sign up to our breaking news emails Sign up to our free breaking news emails Sign up to our free breaking news emails SIGN UP I would like to be emailed about offers, events and updates from The Independent. Read our privacy policy A recording of conversations between …

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