The delivery of Transavia's first Airbus has been delayed. The new device was damaged due to an unknown cause. The damage was sustained during production at the Hamburg plant. This has been announced by Transavia. The Airbus A321neo was already ready for use. Transavia was supposed to pick up the aircraft in Hamburg next week. The aircraft was to be presented at Schiphol on 7 … [Read more...] about Delivery of Transavia’s first Airbus is delayed
ANVR: ‘Proposed amendments to the Package Travel Directive are workable, but also a missed opportunity’
The European Commission's proposals to amend the Package Travel Directive will only have a limited effect on travel companies and their customers, according to the ANVR. The trade association is responding to the revision of the Package Travel and Passenger Rights Directive, which the European Commission announced on Wednesday. At the same time, the Commission is also missing a … [Read more...] about ANVR: ‘Proposed amendments to the Package Travel Directive are workable, but also a missed opportunity’
Virgin Atlantic first to bring 100 percent sustainable fuel to New York
Virgin Atlantic has become the first commercial airline to operate a flight using 100 percent sustainable aviation fuel. The Boeing 787 Dreamliner made a flight from London to New York. The aircraft flew on fuel that consists of 88 percent oils and fats and 12 percent corn residues. There were no passengers on board because it was a test flight, says Joris Melkert, aviation … [Read more...] about Virgin Atlantic first to bring 100 percent sustainable fuel to New York
Winter sports are popular; And it may cost a little more
The Dutch spend more money on a winter sports holiday than they spend on average on a holiday abroad. This is evident from a large-scale consumer survey conducted by research agency Trends & Tourism at the beginning of November into the market for winter sports holidays. A quarter of Dutch people are considering going on winter sports in the next three years. Most potential … [Read more...] about Winter sports are popular; And it may cost a little more
Good financial year for EasyJet: ‘Travel remains top priority for consumers’
EasyJet has had a good financial year. In the 2023 financial year, which ended on 30 September, a profit (before tax) of 525 million euros was achieved. This result is due to the high demand for air travel. This can be seen in the number of passengers. In 2023, there were 82.8 million. This is nearly one-fifth (19 percent) more than one year previously. Higher demand and higher … [Read more...] about Good financial year for EasyJet: ‘Travel remains top priority for consumers’