Air France surprised an unexpected passenger with gifts in celebration of its one millionth passenger in Premium Voyageur.
Jean-Pierre Chailloux, Sales Director for Asian routes presented Indian businessman Mukesh Chawla, who was travelling in Premium Voyageur on business, with two return tickets from India as well as several Air France branded items, including a red suitcase from the “Air France by Le Tanneur” range.
Chawla said, “In Premium Voyageur, I particularly appreciate the privacy of the cabin and the large seat tray which enables me to work in a comfortable and peaceful environment”.
Premium Voyageur offers, among other benefits, priority ground services, a fixed-shell seat offering privacy and comfort, and a high quality meal service.
In December 2011, Premium Voyageur will be available on the entire Air France long-haul network, with 67 destinations served by an Airbus A330, A340, A380 and a Boeing 777 (except certain destinations).
Wednesday, November 30, 2011
ExecuJet Middle East Receives Top Award
ExecuJet Middle East has received the Aviation Business Award 2011 as best business aviation operator in the region, at the bi-annual Dubai
The show has established itself as a celebration of achievements within the Middle East aerospace industry over the past 12 months.
The Aviation Business Awards 2011 ceremony included 15 categories in total, covering the airline, airport and cargo sectors, along with supporting niches.
This award marks the second recognition for ExecuJet Middle East this year, with their maintenance division being awarded with the Bombardier Authorised Service Facility (ASF) Excellence Award prior to the Dubai Airshow.
ExecuJet Middle East Receives Top Award
ExecuJet Middle East has received the Aviation Business Award 2011 as best business aviation operator in the region, at the bi-annual Dubai
The show has established itself as a celebration of achievements within the Middle East aerospace industry over the past 12 months.
The Aviation Business Awards 2011 ceremony included 15 categories in total, covering the airline, airport and cargo sectors, along with supporting niches.
This award marks the second recognition for ExecuJet Middle East this year, with their maintenance division being awarded with the Bombardier Authorised Service Facility (ASF) Excellence Award prior to the Dubai Airshow.
Qantas Remain Bullish
Qantas have announced that customers can book flights with absolute confidence and certainty, and that there will be no industrial action by the pilots’ union, licensed engineers’ union and Transport Workers’ Union for up to the next four years.
The Transport Workers’ Union has confirmed that it will not launch an appeal or stay against the decision by Fair Work Australia to terminate all industrial action.
Thursday, November 17, 2011
Boost for SAA Flyers
South African Airways’ application to the South African CAA (Civil Aviation Authority) for an exemption to allow the use of cellular telephones in flight mode during the cruise phase of a flight has been granted.
The exemption applies to all flights (domestic, regional, international) and all aircraft types. Effective 9 November 2011, all SAA passengers are permitted to use personal electronic devices such as cell phones, e-readers and electronic tablets in flight-mode or an equivalent mode.
Flight mode is a setting available on many mobile phones and other electronic devices that, when engaged, suspends many of the device's signal transmitting functions – thereby disabling the device's capacity to place or receive calls or text messages – while still permitting use of other basic functions that do not require signal transmission such as calendars, address books, reading email, and MP3.
The exemption applies to all flights (domestic, regional, international) and all aircraft types. Effective 9 November 2011, all SAA passengers are permitted to use personal electronic devices such as cell phones, e-readers and electronic tablets in flight-mode or an equivalent mode.
Flight mode is a setting available on many mobile phones and other electronic devices that, when engaged, suspends many of the device's signal transmitting functions – thereby disabling the device's capacity to place or receive calls or text messages – while still permitting use of other basic functions that do not require signal transmission such as calendars, address books, reading email, and MP3.
Innovative Dining On Virgin Atlantic
Virgin Atlantic has announced a new £100 million product investment in its Economy Class cabin. It’s a fresh new take on aeroplane dining, with the idea of replicating the feeling of a restaurant service, with a menu that includes a number of interesting dishes, such as a welcome cocktail and a snack tray service.
The service, which was introduced from 1 November, features a welcome cocktail with mixed fruit juices (with or without vodka) and a brand new menu with a new soft touch, non-slip meal tray for meals to be served. A cold breakfast or quintessentially British afternoon tea will be served in a deli-style box adorned with the words ‘High Tea’ or ‘Good Morning’ in the respective on-board languages on shorter flights.
Passengers can also enjoy a separate dessert and hot drink service break between courses, with a bigger dessert served with a choice of tea, coffee or a mug of hot chocolate on night flights. Cabin crew will now walk through the aisles wearing the new usherette tray, offering snacks during the movies.
The airline’s new soft touch durable tray tray is 46% more greenhouse gas efficient over its life cycle than the tray it replaces. With all these changes Virgin Atlantic will save 132kg per aircraft and enjoy a 4% reduction in CO2.
The service, which was introduced from 1 November, features a welcome cocktail with mixed fruit juices (with or without vodka) and a brand new menu with a new soft touch, non-slip meal tray for meals to be served. A cold breakfast or quintessentially British afternoon tea will be served in a deli-style box adorned with the words ‘High Tea’ or ‘Good Morning’ in the respective on-board languages on shorter flights.
Passengers can also enjoy a separate dessert and hot drink service break between courses, with a bigger dessert served with a choice of tea, coffee or a mug of hot chocolate on night flights. Cabin crew will now walk through the aisles wearing the new usherette tray, offering snacks during the movies.
The airline’s new soft touch durable tray tray is 46% more greenhouse gas efficient over its life cycle than the tray it replaces. With all these changes Virgin Atlantic will save 132kg per aircraft and enjoy a 4% reduction in CO2.
ExecuJet SA Upgrades Passenger Lounge
ExecuJet South Africa have unveiled their newly refurbished VIP Passenger Lounge at the company’s Lanseria Fixed-Based Operation, to the north-west of Johannesburg.
The development of the new lounge is aimed at enhancing passenger and pilot comfort. The refurbishments at the facility include the reception area, VIP Passenger Lounge, crew lounge and restrooms, as well as the upgrading of signage.
Further to that, during the launch cocktail function last month, clients and media were also introduced to the new addition to the company’s charter fleet – a Global Express XRS intercontinental wide-body jet.
The development of the new lounge is aimed at enhancing passenger and pilot comfort. The refurbishments at the facility include the reception area, VIP Passenger Lounge, crew lounge and restrooms, as well as the upgrading of signage.
Further to that, during the launch cocktail function last month, clients and media were also introduced to the new addition to the company’s charter fleet – a Global Express XRS intercontinental wide-body jet.
New CEO For SA Tourism
Thulani Nzima is the new CEO of SA Tourism and takes over from Tim Scholtz, who filled the position in an acting capacity, following the departure of Thandiwe January-Mclean in June.
The announcement was made by South African Tourism Minister, Marthinus van Schalkwyk. “I am very pleased with Thulani Nzima's appointment”, said van Schalkwyk. “He not only has a wealth of knowledge and experience of the tourism industry, but his management skills will certainly steer SAT to greater heights.” Nzima's term of office is three years.
He will join SA Tourism from car rental company, Avis, where he has been director of sales and marketing. It’s not the first tourism-related position that Nzima will hold. Between 1991 and 2007, he was the senior executive manager at SA Airways, and CEO at the SA Travel Centre.
The announcement was made by South African Tourism Minister, Marthinus van Schalkwyk. “I am very pleased with Thulani Nzima's appointment”, said van Schalkwyk. “He not only has a wealth of knowledge and experience of the tourism industry, but his management skills will certainly steer SAT to greater heights.” Nzima's term of office is three years.
He will join SA Tourism from car rental company, Avis, where he has been director of sales and marketing. It’s not the first tourism-related position that Nzima will hold. Between 1991 and 2007, he was the senior executive manager at SA Airways, and CEO at the SA Travel Centre.
New Rewards for Qantas Top Frequent Flyers
The most loyal Qantas customers will now be rewarded with the introduction of a new category of Frequent Flyer - Platinum One.
From November 7, Platinum One member benefits will include a dedicated contact number to link members to the Platinum One Special Service Team, assistance with access to additional Qantas Classic and Flight Upgrade Awards, confirmation of successful upgrade requests as early as seven days prior to departure, complimentary membership of epiQure (Premium food and wine club), and personalised gifts and experiences, ranging from a ticket to a Qantas sponsored event, to an experience inside a Qantas flight simulator and more.
Inaugural Platinum One members will be notified of their inclusion in the programme by 7 November. Each inaugural member will qualify for the exclusive new tier status based on flight activity throughout the year prior to 1 November 2011. Subsequent to 1 November 2011, Platinum One membership will be assessed based on flight activity during their membership year.
With regards international services, Qantas has also announced the ability to register for a Flight Upgrade Award at any time from booking, up until 24 hours before a scheduled departure, and up to 48 hours for Platinum members. All Frequent Flyers will be notified via SMS if their Flight Upgrade Award is confirmed, to allow customers maximum time to prepare. With regards domestic services, a domestic registration process will also be introduced for Flight Upgrade Awards where a member’s Flight Upgrade Award can not be immediately confirmed. SMS notification will commence domestically in line with the introduction of the registration process.
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