Lufthansa Group’s acquisition of a 41% stake in ITA Airways has been officially approved, marking a pivotal moment for European aviation. This move has implications not just for Lufthansa and ITA Airways but also for all Star Alliance members, in a similar way that the SAS acquisition did for SkyTeam. In this post, we’ll look into some of the possible advantages!

British Airways has introduced a groundbreaking new First Class seat trying to redefine luxury travel, blending sophisticated design with the finest British craftsmanship. As the only European airline offering First Class from London to the US, British Airways continues to elevate the travel experience for its customers with innovation and elegance.

KLM Royal Dutch Airlines just announced that the airline is expanding its international network with three new destinations from Amsterdam Airport Schiphol: San Diego (USA), Georgetown (Guyana), and Hyderabad (India). Here are all the details!

Starting November 1, 2024, ANA has rolled out a new fare structure called Branded Fares, offering travelers more flexibility and choice based on their travel needs. This revamped fare lineup lets customers select options that best fit their preferences for changeability, refunds, baggage allowance, and seat selection.

In collaboration with Disney, Hawaiian Airlines revealed the first of three aircraft showcasing characters from Disney’s upcoming animated feature Moana 2, premiering on November 27. In addition, Hawaiian has also launched a sweepstakes, giving five lucky winners a chance to win 500,000 HawaiianMiles.

Today marks the end of an era in aviation history as Czech Airlines (CSA), the fifth oldest continuously operating airline in the world, officially halts operations and merges fully with Czech low-cost carrier Smartwings. A national icon, Czech Airlines had been a member of the SkyTeam alliance, yet on October 26, 2024, its OK Plus loyalty program and “OK” flight code will be permanently retired. This move reduces SkyTeam’s European presence to 19 airlines, ending Czech Airlines’ nearly 100-year legacy.

It’s a sad day for aviation enthusiasts as Czech Airlines officially shuts down on October 26th, taking the OK Plus frequent flyer program with it. In this post, we explore a few alternatives for members that didn’t switch yet. Let’s start!

The brazilian airlines GOL and Azul are reportedly once again discussing a potential merger that promises to transform Brazil’s aviation market. According to various sources, negotiations have resurfaced and could culminate in an announcement by the end of this year! Even with just a preliminary version of the agreement.

Delta Air Lines just announced that is refreshing its fleet new cabin interior, offering enhanced comfort and a more uniform and consistent style across all classes of service. The first aircraft featuring these updates—a narrowbody Boeing 757—will fly domestic and short-haul international routes this fall, with a widebody Airbus A350 joining long-haul international routes in early 2025. Let’s have a look at all the changes!

Cathay Pacific has just introduced its new Aria Suite Business Class, part of a larger upgrade to its Boeing 777-300ER aircraft. The new suites are designed to offer more comfort, privacy, and updated tech, and are already flying on the Hong Kong to Beijing route as of October 18, 2024.

SkyTeam seems to be working full thrust to grow its market share, launching new offerings and services weekly! Now, SkyTeam is significantly expanding its intermodal travel by partnering with two leading European rail operators, Trenitalia and Eurostar. These collaborations are aiming to revolutionize the way passengers experience travel across Europe, taking airline alliances beyond air travel, and allowing a smoother integration of air and rail journeys through a single booking. KLM has already piloted this with great results.