Jetstar to launch direct flights from Melbourne to Fiji

The budget subsidiary of Qantas has announced it will start direct flights between Melbourne to Fiji on 16 December 2023. The new Jetstar service will be operated by the airline’s state-of-the-art, quieter and more fuel-efficient Airbus A321neo LR, jets and are scheduled to fly three times a week. 

Jetstar’s Chief Customer Officer, Alan McIntyre, said now Melburnians can access great low fares and a non-stop service to Fiji. “Since relaunching our Sydney to Fiji services, we’ve seen strong demand from Melbourne travellers, and from December they will be able to fly direct,” Mr McIntyre said.

Fiji is a hugely popular destination for Australians, and with interest continuing to grow, we’re offering more than 70,000 great low fares seats each year between Melbourne and Fiji. We thank Melbourne Airport for its support of the new route.”

Melbourne Airport Chief of Aviation, Jim Parashos, said he was pleased Jetstar was introducing flights to Fiji.  “Travel demand to tropical destinations like Fiji is an at all-time high since international borders reopened.” 

SAS launches two new routes from Aalborg and Gothenburg to New Jersey, starting April 2023.

Following this route expansion, residents in Aalborg and Gothenburg will be able to fly directly to New York three times weekly with SAS’ latest addition to their fleet - the Airbus A321 Long Range.

“As part of SAS’ strategy to strengthen the regional offering in Scandinavia, we are pleased to add intercontinental routes from Gothenburg and Aalborg. We see a demand from secondary cities and are delighted to connect even more parts of the world. The Airbus A321 Long Range is a slightly smaller long-distance aircraft and perfect in size for servicing the regional markets. Having a comfortable way of travelling with fewer stops to exciting cities such as New York, is something we believe will be highly valued by our travellers,” says Erik Westman, EVP & CCO, Network and Revenue management.  

Gothenburg and Aalborg with its surrounding regions offer a range of activities for leisure travellers as well as being home to many companies with international touchpoints, making the new routes relevant for both business and leisure travellers.

The new routes complement SAS' other four routes to New York and SAS will offer a total of five daily departures from Scandinavia to New York.

Gothenburg - New York  Newark

Frequency: 3x weekly

Outbound Wed/Fri/Sun

inbound Tue/Thu/Sat

starting 27 April

Aalborg - New York Newark 

Frequency: 3x weekly

Outbound Mon/Thu/Sat

Inbound Wed/Fri/Sun

starting 27 April

The flights will operate throughout the summer 2023 season and will return for the summer 2024 program.

Facts about Airbus A321 Long Range (A321LR)

The Airbus A321 Long Range is part of the latest generation of aircraft and is expected to reduce climate-impacting emissions by 15-18 percent compared to similar previous-generation aircraft. This latest addition to the fleet means travellers get access to more intercontinental routes with fewer stopovers, and shorter travel times to and from Scandinavia.

The aircraft has 22 Business, 12 Plus and 123 Go seats, meaning a total of 157 seats in a single-aisle aircraft. The seats are specially chosen for the A321LR to optimize comfort in all three travel classes. Seats in SAS Business are fully flat seat beds and there are different mood light scenarios in the cabins, as well as hi-speed WiFi. Every seat is equipped with IFE screens, PC power and/or hi-power USB. The reduced noise level inside the cabin will further enhance the travel experience on board. The A321LR is part of SAS’ ongoing fleet renewal and will reduce climate-impacting emissions compared to previous generations of similar aircraft.

Titan Airways launches third Airbus A321neoLR

Titan Airways takes delivery of third Airbus A321neoLR

The latest addition to the Titan Airways fleet, an Airbus A321neoLR, registered G-POWT, arrived at the airline's London Stansted base on Wednesday 16th November, all set for entry into revenue service in either an all-economy 220-seat configuration or an all-business 80 seat configuration.

Alastair Willson, CEO of Titan Airways said: "We are delighted to be expanding our A321LR fleet as we continue our investment in latest technology aircraft. The A321LR is the ideal replacement for our Boeing 757’s which will leave the fleet over the next 6 months. The A321LR’s provide additional range and reduce carbon emissions by around 30% compared to the B757. Passengers will benefit from in-flight connectivity and on-demand entertainment via the Wi-Fi, in a quieter cabin.

G-POWT is the third A321neoLR to enter the Titan fleet in two years, following the introduction of G-XATW and G-GBNI in 2020 and 2021 respectively.

This newest passenger aircraft is available with immediate effect for ACMI airline and full charter flight operations.

The addition of a third A321neoLR and disposal of the Boeing 757 is part of the carrier's move to an all-Airbus fleet, scheduled for completion by the end of 2023. This strategy has also seen the replacement of the old Boeing 737 classic freighters the company used to operate, with the latest generation Airbus A321 freighters.

Titan Airways lends support to young Ukrainian cancer patients

The airline recently supported teams at the Department of Health and Social Care and the Foreign, Commonwealth and Development Office to safely transport 21 Ukrainian children requiring cancer treatment to the UK. The flight from Rzeszow, Poland to Birmingham took place earlier this year. The children will now receive the treatment and care they need from NHS England

Titan’s small part was to donate the  Airbus A321 to carry the children, family members and the incredible accompanying NHS team, who, working with our crew, ensured the passengers could travel safely and comfortably. Titan were able to operate the flights free of charge with the support of Birmingham Airport and XLR Executive Jet Centres who also volunteered their services to the UK Government when asked by the Department for Transport (DfT), United Kingdom to support these flights.

Jetstar unveils new livery for its new Airbus A321LR fleet as delivery countdown begins

Australian airline Jetstar has unveiled the new livery for its world-class fleet of Airbus NEOs as the airline prepares to embark on a new era of flying. Photo Jetstar

Australian airline Jetstar has unveiled the new livery for its world-class fleet of Airbus NEOs as the airline prepares to embark on a new era of flying.

The first of Jetstar’s pipeline of 38 NEO aircraft is set to arrive in Melbourne in the coming months, with the A321LR aircraft commencing flying on some of Jetstar’s most popular domestic routes, including from Melbourne to Cairns.

Featuring a unique orange tail and underbelly, and freshly branded wingtips, the new livery uses a two coat ‘basecoat-clearcoat’ system which is longer lasting and reduces paint weight by up to 30 per cent, resulting in a fuel saving of up to 108 tonnes each year across the whole A321LR fleet and a saving of nearly 350 tonnes of CO2 emissions.

Photo Jetstar

 In addition to being 15 per cent more fuel-efficient, the A321LRs feature a number of benefits that will enhance the customer experience including:

Wider seats than the existing Jetstar A320/21 fleet

Extra-large overhead bins with 40 per cent more storage space

Up to 50 per cent quieter engines

Flip-down smartphone and tablet cradles and in-seat USB power

Jetstar Group CEO Gareth Evans said the arrival of the NEO fleet was one of the most significant milestones in the airline’s 18-year history.“These modern aircraft are world-class in terms of performance, comfort and sustainability, ensuring our customers will enjoy a new range of benefits on board.

“With the NEOs arriving in our 18th birthday year, their arrival symbolises how we’ve grown to become the largest and most successful low-cost carrier in the Asia Pacific region.

“In addition to flying on our most popular domestic routes, the long-range NEOs open up new international opportunities, providing us with an opportunity to expand our international network and deliver on our promise to offer more low fares to more destinations.”

Photo Jetstar

Delivery of a further eight A321LRs will take place between August 2022 and May 2023, with all 18 aircraft expected to be delivered by mid-2024.

A further 20 A321XLR aircraft will arrive between 2024 and 2029, providing an even longer range of narrowbody flying.

 

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The longer range, more fuel-efficient, quieter Jetstar A321LR will seat 232 passengers in a single class cabin that lifts the bar on comfort for low fares travellers in Australia.

LED lighting changes colour to help passengers transition through the flight.   Photo Jetstar

LED lighting changes colour to help passengers transition through the flight.

Key cabin features include:

Award-winning ergonomic Recaro seats with tapered arm rests for greater living space.

Extra-large overhead bins with 40 per cent more space, providing passengers with more room to stow bags overhead.

Flip-down smartphone and tablet cradles and in-seat USB power to keep personal devices charged.

Colour LED lighting that adjusts to the different stages of flight, which provides greater levels of passenger comfort and supports transition through various stages of flight.

Seat design allows for greater living space and better comfort.

Photo Jetstar

So, what is the Airbus A321LR? The simplest explanation is that it’s the next generation of the A321 twin-engine jet that’s already popular around the world. The ‘neo’ designation stands for ‘new engine option’ – referring to the quieter, more fuel-efficient CFM LEAP engines developed for the aircraft, which reduce fuel burn by at least 15 per cent and aircraft noise by 50 per cent.

The new cabin design of the Jetstar Airbus A321neo LR plane.

Extra-large overhead bins provide 40 per cent more storage space.

The A321LR will also give an extended flying range, with the ability to fly 1,200kms further than the current A320/321 fleet.

Initially, Jetstar will deploy the A321LR on domestic routes like Melbourne to Cairns and the Gold Coast. The airline will also look at flying international routes as our international operation ramps up.

Photo Jetstar

A321XLR aircraft

The A321XLR offers even more range – with a maximum flying range of up to 4,700nm, or 8700km, depending on the configuration of the aircraft. This has the potential for even more opportunities to expand our growing domestic and international network.

Featuring aerodynamic-enhancing Sharklets on the wings and fuel-efficient engines, the A321XLR aircraft has an enhanced environmental performance, including a 20 per cent lower fuel burn per seat, 5,000 tonnes less CO2 per year, and a noise footprint that is 50 per cent lower.

With the first new A321XLR aircraft set to join our fleet from mid-2024, we look forward to sharing details of the Jetstar configuration in the lead up to delivery.

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Australian airline Jetstar has unveiled the new livery for its world-class fleet of Airbus NEOs as the airline prepares to embark on a new era of flying. Photo Jetstar

SAS expands its network in North America and will start direct routes to Toronto from Copenhagen and Stockholm in June 2022

SAS expands its network in North America and will start direct routes to Toronto from Copenhagen and Stockholm in June 2022. SAS will operate three weekly flights from Copenhagen and four weekly flights from Stockholm with brand-new A321LR aircraft.

Toronto is the fourth-largest city in North America, an international centre for business and finance, a truly cosmopolitan city with a vast array of experiences for travellers, from major sports and culture events to great outdoor sceneries around the Great Lakes.

"We are happy to announce direct flights from Scandinavia to Toronto, taking the next step in strengthening our North America network.  SAS' new routes will make travel between Scandinavia and Canada easy and convenient for our travellers. Flights depart from Scandinavia at midday and from Toronto in the afternoon enabling good connections in either end to other destinations, says Karl Sandlund, EVP Commercial, SAS.

SAS direct routes to Toronto will start in June 2022, provided that SAS obtains the necessary approval from the authorities. Ticket sales will start soon.

The Toronto routes will be operated by A321LR aircraft in a three-class configuration with 157 seats; 22 seats in SAS Business, 12 seats in SAS Plus (premium economy), and 123 seats in SAS Go (economy).

"SAS aims to be a global leader in sustainable aviation. As we continue to phase in new, fuel-efficient aircraft we now have one of Europe's most modern fleets. The new, state-of-the-art aircraft will give our customers a more pleasant, comfortable and sustainable way of travelling," continues Sandlund.

In the coming summer season, SAS will fly to a total of seven destinations in the US and Canada: Boston, Chicago, Los Angeles, New York, San Francisco, Washington DC, and Toronto.

Schedules to and from Toronto:

Copenhagen-Toronto: Tuesday, Thursday, and Saturday

Toronto-Copenhagen: Monday, Wednesday, and Friday

Stockholm-Toronto: Monday, Wednesday, Friday and Sunday

Toronto-Stockholm: Tuesday, Thursday, Saturday and Sunday

Facts about Airbus 321LR

The aircraft has 22 Business, 12 Plus and 123 Go, meaning a total of 157 seats in a single-aisle aircraft. The seats are especially chosen for the A321LR to optimize the comfort in all three travel classes. Seats in SAS Business are fully flat seat beds and there are different mood light scenarios in the cabins, as well as hi-speed Wi-Fi. Every seat is equipped with IFE screens, PC-power and/or hi-power USB. The reduced noise level inside the cabin will further enhance the travel experience onboard.

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More new routes for Air Astana - the flagship of Kazakhstani aviation.

Air Astana is the national air carrier and the flagship of Kazakhstani aviation and is further cementing its place at the top of aviation in the region with a number of new routes and services. Adding to the growing list of destinations for the carrier are Amsterdam, Samarkand and Podgorica.

Hello Amsterdam

From 3rd June the impressive carrier will resume direct flights from Atyrau in western Kazakhstan to Amsterdam. Scheduled to operate once a week on a Thursday.

The resumed service will operate once a week on a Thursday, Air Astana will deploy an Airbus A321 aircraft on the route.  The aircraft 175+ seat aircraft will depart Atyrau at 05:40 with the arrival time in Amsterdam set to be 07:50 local. The return is scheduled to leave Amsterdam at 11:50, with an expected arrival time of 19:40 in Atyrau. 

This service between Atyrau and Amsterdam supplements the existing flight on Wednesdays between Atyrau to Frankfurt, allowing Air Astana passengers the possibility of connecting with partner airlines to routes across Europe and North America.

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JetBlue names London Gatwick and London Heathrow as its first foray into the transatlantic battle ground.

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JetBlue is all set to bring transatlantic travellers low fares, new choices and incredible service as it lands at London Heathrow in August and London Gatwick from the end of September.

The hometown airline of New York has announced it will make its highly anticipated entrance into the transatlantic market with nonstop service between New York’s John F. Kennedy International Airport JFK and London Heathrow Airport LHR from 11th August and then London Gatwick Airport  LGW on 29th September.

Stewart Wingate, chief executive officer, Gatwick Airport said: “Being able to offer our customers the low cost, high-value experience from JetBlue, with daily flights to New York starting in just a few months, is a welcome addition to the choice of airlines and destinations which Gatwick currently has. Equally, we look forward to welcoming travellers from the U.S. who are looking for easy, quick access to London, the South of England and beyond. We believe this is a start of an important long-term partnership for us and we look forward to adding JetBlue flights to and from Boston next year.”

Photo JetBlue

Gatwick is the second busiest U.K. airport and JetBlue will operate from the North Terminal, "We have an incredible opportunity to secure long term slots in London’s second-largest airport, and we look forward to building our presence there over the long-term,"  Robin Hayes, chief executive officer, JetBlue said: "Gatwick will perfectly complete our London service, giving customers options as they plan their travel. Gatwick is an attractive choice with its low costs, speed and convenience to Central London."

Schedule between New York (JFK) and London Gatwick (LGW)
Daily Beginning September 29, 2021

JFK - LGW Flight #43	LGW - JFK Flight #44
7:50 p.m. – 7:55 a.m. (+1)	12:00 p.m. – 3:33 p.m.

Air Arabia gets new Airbus A321-200neo LR Aircraft

 One new Airbus A321-200neo LR aircraft delivered to Air Arabia

UAE budget carrier Air Arabia has taken delivery of a brand new Airbus A321-200neo LR aircraft on long-term lease from leasing giant, Air Lease Corporation.  The jet is powered by CFM International LEAP-1A32 engines and is the last of six new A321-200neo LRs delivered to the carrier from ALC’s order book with Airbus. 

Air Arabia (PJSC), listed on the Dubai Financial Market and is the Middle East and North Africa’s leading low-cost carrier (LCC). Air Arabia started operations in October 2003. The airline currently has a fleet of around 58 new Airbus A320 and A321 aircraft, serving some 170 routes from five hubs in the UAE, Morocco and Egypt. Air Arabia is an award-winning airline that focuses on offering comfort, reliability, and value-for-money air travel.

“We are pleased to deliver our sixth new Airbus A321-200neo LR aircraft to Air Arabia,” said Steven F. Udvar-Házy, Executive Chairman of Air Lease Corporation.  “ALC’s very first Airbus long-range A321neo delivered in April 2019 to Air Arabia and we have been delighted to see our new-technology A321neos contribute to the airline’s excellent service and growing operations.”

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Air Astana gets new Airbus A321-200neoLR

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The aircraft leasing specialists, Air Lease Corporation have confirmed the delivery of one new Airbus A321-200neo LR aircraft on long-term lease to Air Astana.  

 This super advanced jet is powered by Pratt & Whitney PW1133G engines and is the fifth new A321-200neo LR to deliver to Air Astana from ALC’s order book with Airbus. In addition to the five A321-200neo LRs, Air Astana also has one A320-200, two A320-200neos and one A321-200neo on long-term lease from ALC. 

“ALC is pleased to deliver this fifth A321-200neo LR aircraft to Air Astana today,” said Steven F. Udvar-Házy, Executive Chairman of Air Lease Corporation.  “Our team has been thrilled to assist the airline with their long-term fleet modernization program.” 

 The Airbus A321neo LR is a long-range version of A321neo, with increased maximum take-off weight and associated design modifications. The aircraft is configured with 16 Business class seats and 150 Economy class seats. 

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Gulf Air's new special edition A321neoLR

Introducing the special edition A321neoLR aircraft!

Gulf Air recently welcomed the second Airbus A321neoLR to its fleet and it was the first to sport the new special vintage livery!

 

This new Airbus A321neoLR features full lie-flat sleeper seats will be scheduled on flights to Frankfurt, Paris and select flights to Cairo, Dubai, Riyadh and some destinations in India from the new Bahrain International Airport terminal.

The aircraft features 16 Falcon Gold flat-bed seats and 150 seats in the Economy cabin and all seats are equipped with the latest in-flight entertainment technology and in-seat comfort features. Sit back and relax to discover the combination of technology and innovation in design. The aircraft boasts the essence of the overall boutique experience with the opportunity to provide more personalized service, cosier cabin and faster process of boarding and disembarking. 

The new aircraft is also be equipped with a wireless internet connection (WiFi) as the airline continues to offer the best in class service to passengers flying on its young fleet.

Gulf Air’s A321neoLR is powered by CFM LEAP-1A engines and it is the largest and most advanced A320 family aircraft. Featuring the widest single-aisle cabin in the market, the A321neoLR is also more eco-friendly than other types of the same size and it delivers up to 20% fuel burn reduction per seat, up to 14% lower cash operating costs per seat and 50% noise reduction.

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Titan Airways take delivery of a new Airbus A321-200neo

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Aircraft leasing firm Air Lease Corporation has delivered one new Airbus A321-200neo LR aircraft on long-term lease to Titan Airways in the United Kingdom. The long-range jet features CFM International LEAP-1A33 engines and is the first of two A321-200neo LRs confirmed to deliver to the British carrier from ALC’s order book with Airbus.  The second A321-200neo LR aircraft is scheduled to deliver to Titan Airways in Spring 2021.

“ALC is delighted to announce this new A321-200neo LR delivery to Titan Airways today,” said Lauren Kervick, Director of Marketing of Air Lease Corporation.  “As the first A321neo LR to deliver to Titan Airways, this ALC aircraft will provide significant performance enhancements and operational advantages to the airline’s expanding commercial business.” 

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New Airbus A321-200neo LR aircraft delivered to SAS Scandinavian Airlines System

Leading aircraft leasing firm Air Lease Corporation has delivered one new Airbus A321-200neo LR aircraft on long-term lease to SAS. Powered by CFM International LEAP-1A33 engines, this aircraft is the first of three A321-200neo LRs confirmed to deliver to the Scandinavian airline from ALC’s order book with Airbus. The other two A321-200neo LR aircraft are scheduled to deliver to the airline in 2021.

“ALC is pleased to announce this first A321-200neo LR delivery to SAS today and introduce the A321neo LR to the airline,” said Steven F. Udvar-Házy, Executive Chairman of Air Lease Corporation. “The A321neo LR from ALC will allow SAS to commence non-stop transatlantic flights from Copenhagen and other cities in Scandinavia to the U.S. and Canada, further enhancing SAS’ overall operations and commitment to maintain a highly competitive, fuel-efficient fleet.”

Plans for the new A321neo production line in France put on hold by Airbus.

The European aerospace giant Airbus is about to halt its plans for a new French assembly line for its A321neo model just 10 weeks after the expansion programme was launched, news agency Reuters is reporting today.

It would not be a wholly unexpected move by the aircraft maker as it seeks to cut costs, investments and vast overheads as the coronavirus COVID-19 crisis deepens for airlines around the world. Whish presents a massive drop in demand for new aircraft.

Airbus first confirmed its plans for the new production line back in January,  back then the firm was struggling to keep up with the demand for new jets.  At the time,  it said it would move the jobs away from the Airbus A380 production line to the new assembly line.  

"Our plans for an A321 line in Toulouse are paused, on hold," an Airbus spokesperson told Reuters and confirmed. "When we see rates going up again, we will reconnect to the plans."

The news has not been welcomed by French unions, CGT union said, "-we think the arrival of a new A321 line in the Lagardere factory must be maintained,"

"With a great many airlines looking to either cancel or defer orders for new aircraft right now, it makes sense for Airbus to put those plans on hold - at least until the pandemic is over and the shoots of recovery are showing through again." Our aviation correspondent Jason Shaw said on Saturday. 

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Jetstar releases details of its Airbus A321neoLR cabin

One of Asia Pacific’s fastest-growing airline brands, Jetstar has unveiled what customers onboard its next-generation Airbus A321neo (LR) aircraft can expect when it arrives in August next year.

Jetstar, a subsidiary of Qantas, will be the first airline in Australia and the Pacific to operate the A321 LR which will be the most fuel-efficient aircraft in the Jetstar Group fleet. The longer-range jet wil l be configured with 232 seats in a single class cabin.  

Jetstar Group CEO Gareth Evans said the aircraft will offer passengers greater comfort while making more travel affordable at the official unveiling,  "With 15 per cent fuel saving, our new NEOs have been designed to offer maximum comfort for the lowest fares.

“Combining a smaller environmental footprint together with wider, ergonomic seats, greater stowage and in-flight streaming for personal devices, we think customers are going to love them.”

Some key cabin features:

Award-winning ergonomic Recaro seats with tapered arm rests to maximise space.
Extra-large overhead bins with 40 per cent more room to stow bags.
Digital streaming giving passengers the ability to access Jetstar’s in-flight entertainment featuring new release movies, TV shows and games on their personal devices.
Flip-down smartphone and tablet cradles as well as in-seat USB power.
Colour LED lighting that adjusts to the different stages of flight, supporting the transition through various stages of flight.

Air Lease Corporation Announces Delivery of First of Eight New Airbus A321-200neo LR Aircraft to Aer Lingus

Air Lease Corporation has announced the delivery of one new Airbus A321-200neo LR aircraft on long-term lease to Aer Lingus (Dublin, Ireland). This Airbus aircraft, featuring CFM International LEAP-1A33 engines, is the first of eight A321-200neo LRs scheduled to deliver to the airline through 2020 from ALC’s order book with Airbus.

“ALC is pleased to announce this first of eight A321-200neo LR aircraft delivery today to our long-time customer, Aer Lingus, and introduce the A321neo to the airline,” said Steven F. Udvar-Házy, Executive Chairman of Air Lease Corporation. “The new ALC A321neo LR will enable Aer Lingus to substantially increase the number of flights, frequencies and new destinations between Ireland and the USA and Canada. We are honoured to be a part of Aer Lingus’ ongoing fleet transition to the A321neo LR to enhance the airline’s expanding route network with the most modern, fuel-efficient aircraft.”

Air Transat is synonymous with Sun to travellers in Western Canada

The airline is strengthening its position as a leader in holiday travel this winter with new flights to Costa Rica, the Dominican Republic and Florida

Air Transat is pleased to present travellers in Western Canada with its enriched winter 2019-2020 program for Sun destinations in Central America, Mexico, Florida, the Caribbean and Europe. Named the 2019 World's Best Leisure Airline by Skytrax, Air Transat will be introducing beachgoers from the Vancouver area to new destinations in Florida, Costa Rica and the Dominican Republic. Travellers will have a choice of 20 South and Europe destinations from Vancouver. The most scenic beaches in the South will be accessible to passengers flying out of Calgary, Victoria, Edmonton and Winnipeg as well.

Air Transat announces the new features of its winter 2019-2020 flight programme

Earlier this month Air Transat announced the new features of its flight program for winter 2019–2020, effective November 1, and is continuing to develop its service to the Caribbean, Mexico, Central and South America, Florida and Louisiana, offering over 30 Sun destinations as well as several European regions. In addition, the carrier will add new Airbus A321neoLR aircraft to its operations this winter.

Air Transat to deploy A321neoLR on transatlantic flights to Europe

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The Canadian holiday airline Air Transat will be deploying its brand new Airbus A321neo LR - Long Range aircraft on transatlantic routes to the United Kingdom from this summer, the airline has confirmed.

The airline says it will fly the single-aisle aircraft on the daily service between Toronto and London Gatwick from summer next year.  Whilst it will put the new generation aircraft on the Toronto to Glasgow route which operates twice a week from this October.

The Airbus A321neoLR in Air Transat colours will be configured with 187 economy seats in a three and three layout and then another 12 seats in a two by two arrangement in what the airline terms as Club Class.  The seats have seatback video screens and USB charge points and have a recline, the aircraft also enjoys LED mood lighting. 

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New Airbus A321neoLR 'Private Jet' for Four Seasons

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The world’s leading luxury hospitality brand, Four Seasons Hotels and Resorts has confirmed it was taking another step in its top class offerings with an all-new Four Seasons Private Jet that will take flight in early 2021.

The company promises the jet will evoke the bygone era of glamorous air travel coupled with thoughtful, guest-centric design.  A new A321neoLR aircraft is being fully customised by Four Seasons and tailored to the continually evolving vision of its industry-first Private Jet experience.  The concepts embodied in the current Four Seasons Jet, with its luxurious comforts and amenities, are being taken to the next level with even more space for Private Jet guests and staff to mix and mingle, or simply relax and enjoy the ride.

Currently, Four Seasons Private Jet uses a Boeing 757 fitted out with 52 flat-bed seats in sumptuous Italian leather in a 2 - 2 configuration. 

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Four Seasons Hotels and Resorts leads the luxury travel evolution

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The world’s leading luxury hospitality brand, Four Seasons Hotels and Resorts has confirmed it was taking another step in its top class offerings with an all-new Four Seasons Private Jet that will take flight in early 2021.

The company promises the jet will evoke the bygone era of glamorous air travel coupled with thoughtful, guest-centric design.  A new A321neoLR aircraft is being fully customised by Four Seasons and tailored to the continually evolving vision of its industry-first Private Jet experience.  The concepts embodied in the current Four Seasons Jet, with its luxurious comforts and amenities, are being taken to the next level with even more space for Private Jet guests and staff to mix and mingle, or simply relax and enjoy the ride.

Currently, Four Seasons Private Jet uses a Boeing 757 fitted out with 52 flat-bed seats in sumptuous Italian leather in a 2 - 2 configuration. 

Watch a video preview of the jet