British Airways yet to gain official approval for biojet fuel from food scraps

The biojet fuel British Airways is planning to produce in its new plant in London has not yet been certified for use by the UK authorities, the airline has admitted to the Guardian. British Airways said that it would build what is believed to be Europe’s first plant to manufacture “biojet fuel” using food scraps … Read more

First passenger airplane made from composite materials visits Southeast Asia on Dream Tour

Boeing 787 Dreamliner Arrives in Singapore Boeing’s new mid-size passenger airplane, the 787 Dreamliner, touched down for the Singapore Airshow. The airplane will be on static display Feb. 14 -17. The Dreamliner demonstrated its long-range capabilities a few days ago, flying nonstop from Seattle’s Boeing Field to Bangkok’s Suvarnabhumi International Airport — a distance of … Read more

Enjoy the ultimate Valentines dinner date on Concorde

Valentine’s Dinner on Concorde British Airways Launch Auction to Win a Valentine’s Dinner on Concorde British Airways have announced a charity auction that will allow a pair of high-flying romantics to enjoy the ultimate Valentines dinner date. The airline is inviting couples to bid in the auction for the chance to be wined and dined … Read more

Height Cuisine: Wine in the Sky

It is a fact that your senses react differently to food at 35,000 feet. Wine advisor, Andy Sparrow takes a few independent journalists (Sam Wylie-Harris and Craig Butcher) on a wine tasting journey aboard a British Airlines plane. They started at Heathrow Terminal 5 and ended on board one of BA flights. “Today is al … Read more

Southeast Asian airlines to profit from emerging Myanmar

Myanmar re-emerges from political isolation The former Burma, one of the most isolated countries in Asia, is being welcomed back into the international fold after two decades of sanctions, thanks to democratic reforms. Myanmar is an attractive destination for travellers jaded by the rapid development seen elsewhere in Southeast Asia, and tourist numbers are already … Read more

Lufthansa Private Jet service available in North America

Lufthansa introduces Lufthansa Private Jet service to North America Beginning with February 1, 2012 Lufthansa will introduce its premium Lufthansa Private Jet service to the North American market. Made possible by an expanded relationship with NetJets the worldwide leader in private aviation, the new service builds upon the popular Lufthansa Private Jet product that is … Read more