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7 Perbedaan Antara Kursi Ekonomi dan Ekonomi Premium di Pesawat

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Ketika Anda memesan tiket pesawat, bisa jadi akan ada dua opsi di kategori ekonomi: ekonomi standar dan ekonomi premium. Walaupun kedua-duanya berstatus sebagai "kelas ekonomi," sebenarnya mereka punya beda yang lumayan besar, apalagi soal tarif dan layanan yang ditawarkan.


 Sudahkah Anda mengetahui perbedaan diantara kedua kursi itu? Jangan khawatir, berikut informasinya:
 iDN Times
 Bagikan detail mengenai perbedaan antara tempat duduk di kelas penerbangan ekonomi dan ekonomi premi. Dengar dengan saksama, oke!

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 1. Harga tiket
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 Perbedaan utama antara kursi di kelas ekonomi dan ekonomi premium terletak pada harga tiketnya. Karena memiliki label "premium", tarif untuk kelas ekonomi premium biasanya lebih tinggi daripada yang ada di kelas ekonomi standar.


 Dari pantauan
 IDN Times
 melalui salah satu
 online travel agent,
 Harga tiket kelas ekonomi untuk penerbangan dari Singapore Airlines antara rute Singapura ke Hong Kong di akhir bulan Februari tahun 2025 diperkirakan sekitar tiga juta Rupiah. Sementara itu, biaya untuk kelas ekonomi premium dalam perjalanan dan jam terbang tersebut bisa menembus angka tujuh juta Rupiah. Wah, hampir dua kali lebih mahal!

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 2. Ukuran kursi
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 Kursi pada kelas ekonomi premium umumnya memiliki ruang duduk yang lebih luas daripada kursi dalam kelas ekonomi standar. Ukuran kursi untuk kelas ekonomi reguler rata-rata antara 17-18 inci, sementara itu untuk kelas ekonomi premium dapat menjangkau hingga 19-21 inci. Selisih tersebut cukup memengaruhi tingkat kenyamanan, terlebih lagi bagi para penumpang bertubuh besar.


 Kursi yang lebih luas menyediakan lebih banyak area bagi penumpang untuk bergerak bebas tanpa perasaan terbatasi. Ini pun menekan peluang kontak antar penumpang pada sisi lain, dibandingkan dengan kelas ekonomi standarnya.


 Pada berbagai maskapai, kursi di kelas ekonomi premium juga dilengkapi dengan bantalan atau sandaran lengan yang lebih lebar. Hal ini membuat perjalanan menjadi semakin nyaman dan memungkinkan para penumpang untuk berehat dengan optimal.

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 3. Kemiringan kursi
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 Kemiringan kursi atau
 reclining seat
 Di pesawat kelas ekonomi premium, tempat duduk umumnya lebih luas dibandingkan dengan yang ada di kelas ekonomi standar. Pada kelas ekonomi reguler, bangku cenderung dapat direbahkan hanya sejauh 4-6 inci. Sebaliknya, dalam kelas ekonomi premium, penyesuaian kemiringannya bisa sampai 8-10 inci.


 Dengan sudut kemiringan yang lebih signifikan, para penumpang dapat berbaring dengan lebih leluasa tanpa mengganggu orang di belakang mereka. Ini pun mempermudah pengurangan tekanan pada bagian punggung dan leher, kondisi yang umum dialami saat menempati tempat duduk secara tegak untuk jangka waktu panjang.

<h2>
 4. Ruang untuk kaki atau ruang kaki
</h2>
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 Kursi ekonomi premium menyediakan area untuk kaki.
 leg room
 yang lebih besar apabila dibandingkan dengan kelas ekonomi standar. Ruang di antara tempat duduk tersebut
 (pitch)
 Umumnya di kelas ekonomi panjang tempat kakinya antara 28 sampai 32 inci.


 Di sisi lain, pada kelas ekonomi premium dapat menjangkau ukuran hingga 34-40 inci. Ketersediaan ruang kaki yang lega dalam kelas ekonomi premium ini meningkatkan rasa nyaman, terlebih untuk para penumpang dengan postur tubuh tinggi serta kaki yang panjang.


 Itu pun memberikan kesempatan bagi para penumpang untuk bergerak dengan bebas dan menyesuaikan posisi duduk mereka. Terlebih lagi selama penerbangan jarak jauh, dimana duduk dalam periode waktu yang panjang dapat menyebabkan rasa tidak nyaman di bagian tubuh tertentu. Dengan adanya area kaki yang luas ini, penumpang memiliki kebebasan merenggangkan kakinya tanpa perlu khawatir menggangu penumpang di baris sebelumnya.


 Selain
 leg room
 Yang menarik, sejumlah maskapai memberikan fasilitas sandaran kaki pada tempat duduk kelas bisnispremium. Seru tuh, nggak mudah lelah nantinya!

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 5. Layanan makanan
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 Di samping tempat duduk, kelas ekonomi premium serta kelas ekonomi standar pun memberikan variasi hidangan makanan yang berbeda. Kelas ekonomi premium menyajikan daftar menu yang lebih bervariasi dengan porsi besar daripada pada kelas ekonomi reguler. Ini menjadikannya opsi unggulan untuk para penumpang yang mencari sensasi santap lezat saat terbang.


 Bahkan, para penumpang dapat menikmati fasilitas makan sebagaimana kelas bisnis dengan berbagai macam menu mulai dari appetizer hingga dessert yang menggugah selera. Tambahan lagi, variasi minuman dalam kelas ekonomi premium pun semakin banyak, meliputi beragam jenis pilihan.
 wine
 Atau minuman keras lainnya disajikan secara cuma-cuma.

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 6. Hiburan dan fitur ekstra
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 Pada kelas ekonomi standar, terdapat layar berukuran kecil di bagian depan tempat duduk yang menyajikan sejumlah fasilitas hiburan dengan pilihan konten yang cukup terbatas. Di sisi lain, pada kelas ekonomi premium, ukuran layarnya umumnya lebih lebar (kira-kira antara 11 sampai 14 inci).
 headphone
 yang memiliki kualitas superior, serta menyediakan berbagai macam konten hiburan, terlebih lagi film dan musik, dengan jumlah yang jauh lebih besar.


 Sejumlah perusahaan penerbangan pun menyediakan fitur ekstra, misalnya soket daya atau
 USB port
 Di tiap kursi. Para penumpang dapat mengecas peralatan mereka dengan lebih sederhana dan tetap efisien sepanjang penerbangan.


 Salah satu fitur tambahan di kelas ekonomi premium untuk rute panjang adalah
 amenities
 untuk kesejukan serta kenyamanan badan. Beberapa diantaranya meliputi selimut,
 sleep mask,
 kaus kaki, penutup telinga,
 lip balm, slipper
 atau sepatu sandals, sikat gigi, serta pasta gigi.

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 7. Kedudukan dalam proses penumpangan dan pengaturan bagasi
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 Satu manfaat dari menjadi penumpang kelas ekonomi premium adalah mendapatkan layanan prioritas ketika berada di bandara.
 boarding.
 Penumpang diberikan rute terpisah ketika
 checkin
 dan mendapatkan kesempatan untuk terbang lebih dini, dibandingkan dengan para penumpang kelas ekonomi standar.


 Di samping itu, kapasitas bagasi yang dapat ditenteng pun semakin bertambah. Bila pada kelas ekonomi standar hanyalah boleh menggendong barang dengan bobot paling tinggi 20 kilogram, maka untuk kelas ekonomi premium mampu menjangkau antara 25 sampai 30 kilogram, bergantung pada regulasi perusahaan penerbangan tertentu. Sejumlah operator penerbangan juga menyediakan alokasi bagasi dalam kabin.
 carry on
 yang lebih besar.


 Kini Anda telah memahami perbedaan antara kelas ekonomi dan ekonomi premium, termasuk aspek seperti biaya, ruang duduk, hiburan, serta pelayanan makanan. Tidak mengherankan bila tarif untuk kelas ekonomi premium lebih tinggi, sebab ada berbagai manfaat tambahan yang ditawarkan ketimbang dengan kelas ekonomi standar.

7 Perbedaan Antara Kursi Ekonomi dan Ekonomi Premium di Pesawat

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Ketika Anda memesan tiket pesawat, bisa jadi akan ada dua opsi di kategori ekonomi: ekonomi standar dan ekonomi premium. Walaupun kedua-duanya berstatus sebagai "kelas ekonomi," sebenarnya mereka pu…

Passenger Accused of Attempting Dangerous Act Not Once, But Twice!

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A person traveling from Kuala Lumpur to
 Sydney
 is set to confront severe legal consequences following allegations of repeatedly trying to access the aircraft's emergency exit during the journey.


 A 46-year-old man from Jordan is alleged to have attempted opening the rear emergency exit during the flight on Saturday night.


 The risky suspected action raised instant concerns among both the crew and travelers, and the individual was guided back to a central seat within the aircraft.


 Nevertheless, the individual, who is 46 years old, reportedly tried again to open the middle emergency exit door.


 He was held back by staff members and travelers, with reports suggesting that one employee may have been attacked during the incident.


 
 The Australian Federal Police apprehended the individual after the aircraft touched down safely in Sydney.
 


 The specific airline involved in the incident remains unknown.


 
 More to come...
 

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Passenger Accused of Attempting Dangerous Act Not Once, But Twice!

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A person traveling from Kuala Lumpur to Sydney is set to confront severe legal consequences following allegations of repeatedly trying to access the aircraft's emergency exit during the journey. …

Plane Bounces Repeatedly on Tampa Runway During Landing, Video Reveals

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 A striking video showed a tiny aircraft bobbing up and down on the runway.
 Tampa International Airport
 while trying to land.
 
 
 On March 27, the incident occurred when the red Cirrus SR22 propeller plane was coming in from the direction of Myrtle Beach.
 
 
 "Bouncing, bouncing, oh no! Don’t crash! Holy c---" a voice exclaims as video shows the plane oscillating up and down.
 
 
 "As soon as it landed, the plane started bouncing multiple times," said Steven Markovich, a witness who was recording the event.
 aviation show
 at the airport, told Storyful. "Wisely the pilot aborted the landing and did a go around. Second time was a perfect landing."
 
 
 
 OHIO STATE HIGHWAY PATROL EXAMINING A SMALL AIRCRAFT ACCIDENT; PILOTLER FATALITY REPORTED
 
 
 
 A representative from the Federal Aviation Administration informed Fox News Digital that the agency does not possess a report regarding this issue.
 
 
 
 REVIEW ON THE FOX NEWS APPLICATION
 
 
 
 "This appears to be a small private jet executing what is called a ‘go-around,’ which is not uncommon and is not considered unsafe," Tampa International Airport spokesperson Emily Nipps told Fox News Digital on Wednesday.
 
 
 
 PLANE CRASH NEAR MINNEAPOLIS SENDS HOME UP IN FLAMES WITH NO SURVIVORS ON BOARD
 
 
 
 "We don’t have any information about the plane or its pilot/passengers, and no emergency response was activated on the day the video was posted," she added.
 
 
 The video concludes with the aircraft successfully touching down at the airport.
 Florida airport.
 
 
 "The second attempt proved to be successful," the voice in the clip remarked.
 


 
 Original article source:
 A plane bounces on the runway at Tampa Airport during an attempted landing, as seen in a video clip.

Plane Bounces Repeatedly on Tampa Runway During Landing, Video Reveals

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A striking video showed a tiny aircraft bobbing up and down on the runway. Tampa International Airport while trying to land. On March 27, the incident occurred when the red Cirrus SR2…

中国海南省の海口と日本の大阪を結ぶ直行便が就航

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中国海南省の海口と日本の大阪を結ぶ直行便が就航

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【新華社海口4月2日】中国海南省海口市にある海口美蘭国際空港から1日午前、海南航空のHU771便が離陸した。これにより海口－大阪間の定期直行便が正式に運航を開始し、海口－東京便に続く同空港発2本目の日本直行便となった。海南航空はこの路線でB737型旅客機を使用し、毎週火、木、土曜日に3往復運航する。同空港は3月30日から今年の夏ダイヤでの運航計画を実施している。夏ダイヤ期間には海口－大…

Direct vs Nonstop vs Transit: Apa Bedanya? Pilih yang Mana?

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Kalau bingung saat memesan
 tiket pesawat
 karena ada istilah
 direct, nonstop,
 dan transit
 (layover),
 Kamu tidak sendirian, banyak orang masih keliru tentang istilah-istilah tersebut, meskipun hal itu sangat berpengaruh pada kenyamanan serta efisiensi perjalanannmu.


 Coba bayangin, kamu yakin telah membeli tiket yang tidak ada pemberhentianannya, tetapi ternyata pesawat mendarat di sebuah kota lain sebelum mencapai destinasi akhirnya. Pasti bikin kepala pusing, ya?


 Untuk menghindari kesalahan dalam pemilihan lagi, mari kita teliti perbedaan antara jenis-jenis penerbangan tersebut.
 direct, nonstop,
 Dan transit. Pada artikel ini, Anda akan memahami makna sesungguhnya dari setiap jenis penerbangan beserta dengan keuntungan dan kerugiannya. Setelah membacanya hingga akhir, Anda pasti akan lebih siap dalam menentukan jenis penerbangan mana yang cocok berdasarkan keperluan Anda!

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 1. Apakah yang dimaksud dengan penerbangan langsung tanpa transit?
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 Penerbangan
 nonstop
 Merupakan perjalanan udara yang membawa Anda secara langsung dari tempat keberangkatan hingga mencapai destinasi terakhir tanpa transit di manapun. Dengan begitu, sesudah memasuki pesawat, Anda tidak akan turun sampai tiba di kota tujuan.


 
 Kelebihan penerbangan
 nonstop:
 

<ul>
 <li>
 Rapid dan tepat sasaran: tidak ada hambatan sepanjang perjalanan, ini adalah opsi tercepat untuk mencapai destinasi dengan mudah.
 </li>
 <li>
 Lebih menyenangkan: Anda tidak perlu repot berpindah pesawat, tidak perlu menunggu di bandara lain, dan tanpa risiko kehilangan jadwal terbang selanjutnya.
 </li>
 <li>
 Minimal stres: Peluang lebih rendah untuk terjadi
 delay
 karena tidak terdapat proses transit ataupun penukaran pesawat.
 </li>
</ul>

 
 Kekurangan penerbangan nonstop:
 

<ul>
 <li>
 Biaya yang lebih tinggi: Meskipun praktis dan kilat, harga tiket cenderung lebih mahal daripada tipe penerbangan lainnya.
 </li>
 <li>
 Tidak setiap saat terdapat: Tidak semua jalur memiliki opsi
 nonstop,
 Apalagi jika Anda terbang menuju kota yang lebih kecil atau terpencil.
 </li>
</ul>
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 2. Apa yang dimaksud dengan penerbangan langsung?
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 Penerbangan
 direct
 sering disalahartikan sebagai
 nonstop.
 Padahal, penerbangan
 direct
 Bisa jadi akan mendarat di satu atau beberapa bandara sebelum mencapai destinasi terakhir. Tetapi jangan khawatir, Anda tidak perlu meninggalkan pesawat atau mengubah penerbangan tersebut. Nomor penerbangan ini akan selalu sama mulai dari awal hingga akhir perjalanan.


 
 Kelebihan penerbangan
 direct:
 

<ul>
 <li>
 Lebih beragam opsi jalur: Sesuai untuk yang mencari variasi rute
 nonstop
 Tidak ada penerbangan menuju tujuan Anda.
 </li>
 <li>
 Lebih terjangkau secara finansial: Umumnya lebih ekonomis daripada itu
 nonstop,
 jadi pas untukmu yang ingin hemat namun tak mau repot dengan berganti pesawat.
 </li>
</ul>

 
 Kekurangan penerbangan
 direct:
 

<ul>
 <li>
 Waktu yang Lebih Lama: Dengan adanya titik istirahat di perjalanan, durasinya menjadi lebih ekstensif.
 </li>
 <li>
 Bisa membuat capek: Meskipun tidak berpindah pesawat, Anda masih perlu menunggu di dalam pesawat selama transit, hal ini mungkin akan terasa menjemukan atau menguras energi khususnya jika waktu tunggunya cukup lama.
 </li>
</ul>
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 3. Apa yang dimaksud dengan penerbangan transit atau layover?
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 Kalau ambil
 penerbangan
 Transit bermakna Anda akan mendarat di bandar udara tertentu dan memerlukan penerbangan pengganti. Umumnya, Anda pun dituntut untuk mengambil bagasi kabin Anda serta melewati tahap keamanan lagi.
 boarding
 Ulang. Jenis penerbangan ini juga disebut sebagai
 connecting flight.


 
 Kelebihan penerbangan transit:
 

<ul>
 <li>
 Lebih hemat biayanya: Ini merupakan tipe penerbangan yang paling bersahabat dengan kantong dibandingkan ketiga opsi tersebut.
 </li>
 <li>
 Lebih adaptif bisa: Sesuai untuk Anda yang tidak terburu-buru dan malah ingin menghabiskan waktu berkeliling kota tujuan transito tersebut.
 stopover
 jika waktu transitasinya melebihi 24 jam).
 </li>
</ul>

 
 Kekurangan penerbangan transit:
 

<ul>
 <li>
 Lebih rumit: Kau perlu berpindah pesawat, kemungkinan besar juga harus berganti terminal, dan membawa kembali seluruh bagasimu.
 </li>
 <li>
 Risiko
 delay
 Lebih Tinggi: Jika Pesawat Pertama
 delay,
 Anda mungkin akan melewatkan penerbangan selanjutnya.
 </li>
 <li>
 Lelah dan membuang waktu: Rute perjalanan dapat menjadi jauh lebih lama akibat durasi menunggu di bandara.
 </li>
</ul>
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 4. Rute penerbangan manakah yang lebih baik untuk dipilih?
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 Tiap tipe penerbangan memiliki keuntungan dan kerugiannya masing-masing. Opsi ideal bergantung pada preferensi Anda, lho.

<ul>
 <li>
 Jika Anda berburu waktu dan menginginkan petualangan yang lancar tanpa kerumitan, pilihannya adalah
 nonstop.
 </li>
 <li>
 Jika Anda menginginkan harga yang lebih murah tetapi tidak ingin berpindah pesawat, pililhannya adalah
 direct.
 </li>
 <li>
 Jika Anda memiliki waktu senggang dan berhemat adalah prioritas, penerbangan transit dapat menjadi alternatif yang menarik.
 </li>
</ul>

 Di samping itu, pastikan juga untuk memeriksa rincian perjalanan terbang ketika Anda memesan karcis. Terkadang terminologi
 direct
 Bisa menimbulkan kesalahpahaman jika Anda menganggap bahwa hal tersebut berarti pesawat tidak berhenti sama sekali. Pastikan untuk memeriksa total waktu perjalanan serta apakah terdapat singgahan di pertengahan perjalanannya.

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 5. Saran untuk terbang dengan nyaman dan menghindari hambatan selama penerbangan
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<ol>
 <li>
 Apabila memutuskan menggunakan penerbangan transit,pastikan memberi ruang waktu yang cukup (setidaknya 2-3 jam) di antara jadwal keberangkatan dan kedatangan untuk mencegah kemungkinan tertinggal dari pesawat Anda.
 </li>
 <li>
 Bawa hanya keperluan minimum di kabin untuk tidak mengandalkan bagasi, apalagi saat transit.
 </li>
 <li>
 Cek hak penumpang. Jika terjadi
 delay
 atau
 cancel,
 kamu mungkin berhak dapat kompensasi.
 </li>
</ol>

 Sekarang kamu sudah tahu perbedaan penerbangan nonstop,
 direct,
 dan transit. Ketiganya sah-sah aja dipilih, tergantung kebutuhan dan kenyamanan kamu. Jangan cuma lihat harga tiket, tapi juga pertimbangkan waktu tempuh, kenyamanan selama perjalanan, dan fleksibilitas jadwalmu.


 Gak ada pilihan yang benar atau salah, yang penting kamu paham apa yang kamu pesan, dan siap dengan kondisi selama perjalanan. Sebelum
 booking
 tiket berikutnya, pastikan kamu cek dengan teliti dan pilih jenis penerbangan yang paling cocok buatmu.

Direct vs Nonstop vs Transit: Apa Bedanya? Pilih yang Mana?

Unknown air travel, aviation, flying, public transportation, transportation

Kalau bingung saat memesan tiket pesawat karena ada istilah direct, nonstop, dan transit (layover), Kamu tidak sendirian, banyak orang masih keliru tentang istilah-istilah tersebut, meskipun h…

Nielson Field Rebranded as Ayala Triangle: Makati's Bustling Streets Transform

Unknown air travel, aviation, civil aviation, history, infrastructure

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 Nielsen Field came into existence in 1937 with roots firmly planted in civil and commercial domains. Initially, it wasn’t conceived as a military airbase. Instead, it was dedicated to Laurie Reuben Nielsen, a businessman from Manila. Born in New Zealand, he married an American woman. His vision included establishing an aviation training institution in Manila.


 Mr. Nielson managed to secure a substantial piece of land through leasing from the Ayala Hacienda in Makati. This hacienda belonged to the Ayala family.
 Zobel de Ayala
 The family, who held significant wealth and power in the Philippines, owned land that was utilized for cultivating rice. The location of Nielson Field was situated fairly near to this area.
 Nichols Field
 .


 The construction of the 42-hectare site was completed in just half a year. To expedite the building of the airport, the project utilized 80,000 gallons of asphalt and employed 1,000 laborers.


 The airport featured two runways along with an imposing control tower. Following its completion in 1937, it became the biggest and most well-equipped facility of its kind across Asia. During this period, there was significant demand for global air commerce and shipping.


 The recently built flight academy at the airstrip was named the American Far East School of Aviation. Two commercial carriers operated out of Nielsen; one was known as the Iloilo-Negros Express, and the second carrier was the Philippine Air Taxi Company. The latter evolved into what we now know as Philippine Airlines (PAL).


 As Japanese aggression persisted across Asia and Southeast Asia during the early 1940s, Mr. Nielsen's business endeavor shifted and relocated in October 1941 under the jurisdiction of the Far East Air Force (FEAF), which came under the command of the United States Armed Forces of the Far East (USAFFE).


 General Douglas MacArthur served as the Commander of USAFFE. Nielsen Field functioned as the base for FEAF. Upon his arrival at Nielsen Field on November 7, 1941, Major General Lewis Brereton took up his new role as the leader of FEAF.


 On December 10, 1941, Nielson Field suffered an attack from the Japanese forces. The facility faced considerable destruction as a result. Soon after, Mr. Nielson was apprehended by the Japanese and transported to the University of Santo Tomas, also known as the Santo Tomas Internment Camp (STIC).


 The STIC served as the internment site for American civilians during the Japanese occupation of the Philippines. Upon discovering that Mr. Nielson held British citizenship rather than being an American civilian, he was moved to Hong Kong. Sadly, his whereabouts remain unknown since then.


 Today, Nielson Field no longer stands. The previous runways of the airbase now form part of an active commercial and business district in Metro Manila known as the Ayala Triangle area in Makati.


 Parts of the former runways have been transformed into bustling city thoroughfares known as Ayala Avenue and Roxas Boulevard.


 The Nielson Air Traffic Control Tower remains intact to this day. It stands as the sole building from before World War II still extant in Makati. Over the years, the Nielson control tower has served various functions, such as housing a museum and operating as a restaurant.


 Dennis Edward Flake has authored three books on Philippine-American history. As a public historian and ex-park ranger with experience in interpretation for the National Park Service at the Eisenhower National Historic Site in Gettysburg, Pennsylvania, he focuses on historical communication. For further contact, you may reach out to him directly.
 flakedennis@gmail.com

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10 things you should never do on a plane

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Flying can be exciting, but certain actions can make the journey unpleasant for you and those around you. Some behaviors can even get you in trouble with airline staff or fellow passengers. In this article, there are things you should never do on a plane.

1. Don’t Ignore Safety Instructions

 This is one thing you should never do on a plane. Many passengers skip the safety demonstration or ignore the safety card. However, knowing what to do in an emergency can save your life. Always listen to flight attendants and locate the nearest exit as soon as you board.

2. Don’t Walk Around Barefoot

 Planes are not as clean as you might think. The floor, especially in restrooms, carries germs and bacteria. Always wear shoes, even if you just want to stretch your legs.

3. Don’t Drink Too Much Alcohol

 Airplane cabins have lower oxygen levels, which can make alcohol affect you more than usual. Excessive drinking can lead to dehydration, nausea, and even aggressive behavior. Drink responsibly and stay hydrated with water.

4. Don’t Use Both Armrests

 If you’re sitting in the middle seat, you’re entitled to both armrests. But don’t take up extra space if you’re in the aisle or window seat. It’s just bad airplane etiquette. Be considerate of your seatmates and share space politely.

5. Don’t Be Rude to Flight Attendants

 Flight attendants are there for your safety, not to serve you like a restaurant waiter. Rude behavior can result in being denied service or even getting reported to authorities. Be polite and respectful. They deal with hundreds of passengers daily.

Related News US: Southwest Airlines plane aborts landing to avoid colliding with private jet USA: Plane with 10 on board goes missing Two found dead in Florida JetBlue plane’s landing gear 6. Don’t Recline Your Seat Without Checking

 Reclining your seat without warning can be uncomfortable for the person behind you, especially if they’re eating or using a laptop. Always check before reclining and do it slowly to avoid disturbing others.

7. Don’t Leave Your Phone on Loud

 Nobody wants to hear notification sounds or loud ringtones mid-flight. Always switch your phone to silent mode or use headphones.

8. Don’t Ignore Seatbelt Signs

 Even if the flight seems smooth, turbulence can happen suddenly, and cause injuries. Keep your seatbelt fastened whenever you’re seated.

9. Don’t Eat Strong-Smelling Food

 Bringing smelly food like fish or spicy meals can make the cabin unpleasant for everyone around you. Choose neutral-smelling snacks that won’t bother other passengers.

10. Don’t Lean on Other Passengers

 Falling asleep on a stranger’s shoulder can be awkward and uncomfortable for them. Bring a neck pillow to keep your head steady.


 By avoiding these mistakes, you’ll have a more comfortable and pleasant flight experience.


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아시아나항공, 1조 원 마일리지 소진으로 재무 구조 강화 나서

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 아시아나항공은 다음 달인 2027년까지 예정된 대한항공との 통합을 앞두고 부채 항목 중 하나인 마일리를 정산하기 위해 미국에서 특별히 마일리지만 사용할 수 있는 비행기를 운영하게 됐습니다. 이러한 조치는 회사의 재무 구조를 개선하고 통합 준비를 하려는 의도가 반영되었습니다.
 
 
 24일 항업계 소식통에 따르면 아시아나항공이 다음 달부터 인천에서 로스앤젤레스(LA)와 뉴욕으로 가는 route를 포함해 총 6편의 운행 스케줄 동안 마일리지를 위한 전용 항공사를 운영할 계획입니다. 회원들을 격려하여 495좌석 규모의 A380 대형 여객기를 이용합니다. 할인된 마일리를 통해 일반 좌석은 왕복 요금 없이 간격 없는 비수기에 경유하는 경우 3만 5천 마일, 그리고 비즈니스 클래스는 같은 조건 하에 6만 2천 5백 마일이 필요하게 됩니다.
 
 
 아시아나항공이 미주 노선에서 마일리지를 전용으로 사용하는 비행기를 운행하기로 한 것은 통합 이전의 부채와 책임을 줄이는 방법이라고 해석할 수 있다.
 
 
 마일리는 일반적으로 항공사의 부채로 간주되며, 따라서 대한항공과 아시아나가 마일리지 제도를 통합하게 될 시에는 아시아나의 마일리지 남은 부분이 대한항공에게 추가적인 짐으로 작용될 가능성이 있습니다.
 
 
 이에 대해 아시아나항공의 대표는 "하반기에 마일리지 전용기가 더욱 늘어날 계획"이라고 언급하면서도 "일반 비행 경로에서도 마일리지 이용 가능한 좌석을 현재보다 더 많이 제공할 것"이라는 의사를 나타냈다. 또한 그는 "고객들이 마일리를 좀더 편하게 쓰도록 여러 가지 해결책들을 모색 중"이라고 덧붙였다.
 
 
 이미 작년 말부터 아시아나항공은 김포와 제주 간 국내 선으로 운행하는 마일리지 항공권 서비스를 시작하여 좋은 반응을 이끌었습니다. 총 네 차례에 걸친 프로모션을 진행하면서 약 3만 8천 개의 마일리지 좌석을 더 제공하였고, 그 결과 평균적으로 92% 이상의 예매율을 기록하기도 하였습니다.
 
 
 일부에서는 약 1조 원 규모의 사용되지 않은 마일리지가 통합 이전까지 소진되지 않을 경우 마일리지 가치가 떨어질 수 있음을 걱정하는 의견이 제기되고 있다.
 
 
 양사의 마일리지를 1:1 비율로 합치는 것이 쉽지 않을 수 있고, 아시아나항공 마일리지가 불이익을 받는 방식으로 바뀔 가능성도 있다고 한다.
 
 
 항공사와 관련된 한 소식통은 "소비자들이 통합 이전에 최대한으로 마일리를 효율적으로 이용해야 한다"면서도 "통합 절차 중에는 임시로 마일리지의 활용이 제약받거나 복잡해져서 일부 특별 혜택 또는 파트너 서비스가 줄어들 수 있다고 지적했습니다."
 
 
 이어 “사용 기회가 감소되면 보너스 항공권 예매도 어려워질 수 있어 마일리지 사용 기회가 줄어들 것을 대비해야 한다”고 덧붙였다.
 
 
 한편 조원태 대한항공 회장은 마일리지 통합과 관련해 “합리적인 통합 방안을 도출하고 있다”며 “조만간 통합 방안을 발표할 예정”이라고 밝혔다.

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아시아나항공은 다음 달인 2027년까지 예정된 대한항공との 통합을 앞두고 부채 항목 중 하나인 마일리를 정산하기 위해 미국에서 특별히 마일리지만 사용할 수 있는 비행기를 운영하게 됐습니다. 이러한 조치는 회사의 재무 구조를 개선하고 통합 준비를 하려는 의도가 반영되었습니다. 24일 항업계 소식통에 따르면 아시아나항공이 다음 …

I paid £2,100 for a flight to China - but I made one tiny mistake and they are now trying to charge me £9,000 for a new ticket

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 A despairing business owner says his flight booking 'turned into a nightmare' after he made a small error on the ticket, with the airline telling him he will have to buy a new one for £9,000 - or more than four times the price he originally paid.


 Alex Coombes, 39, from Worthing, West Sussex, who owns a chain of local restaurants called Perch, set his heart on going to a large hospitality expo taking place in Shanghai, China, next weekend.


 His colleague Damian Wilkins, 45, from Eastbourne, was hoping to accompany him to the international showcase, with the pair looking for new ideas for their expanding restaurant business.


 But just weeks after booking their tickets for £2,100 each with China Eastern Airlines, Mr Coombes noted there was one tiny error on the document.


 He had left out a 'k' and spelt his colleague's surname spelt as Wilins, rather than Wilkins.


 Mr Coombes was confident such a small error could be rectified, but he claims he has instead been 'dragged through weeks of stress, spiralling costs, and sheer corporate absurdity.'


 Despite spending hours on the phone to American Express Travel Agency, through which he booked the tickets, as well as racking up an international phone bill of  hundreds of pounds speaking to China Eastern Airlines, neither business has been able to resolve the issue.


 Instead, he has been told to cancel his ticket and purchase a new one for his colleague - with today's price quoted as £8,948.12.

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 Even that figure is likely to rise again, he has been warned.


 Mr Coombes now stands to lose thousands buying a new ticket - or simply cancelling his travel plans altogether.


 In desperation, his colleague even explored the idea of changing his name by deed poll so that they could keep the erroneous ticket.


 The restaurant owner today described his treatment over one tiny spelling error as 'outrageous', adding a stonemason working at one of his restaurants even joked that 'if the ticket had been carved into granite it would have been easier and cheaper to correct.'


 Recalling his ordeal, Mr Coombes told MailOnline: 'At the end of November, after a long day at work, I finally sat down to book our flights to China.


 'We used an agent rather than booking through the airline directly, because we had used AmEX previously.


 'It was 11pm at night — I remember the exact time because I was knackered.


 'The trip was meant to be short — just a few days — because neither of us can be away from the business long, but what should have been a simple booking turned into a nightmare.

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 'It was only in January that I noticed when we printed out the tickets and sorting through hotel bookings that I had misspelled the name.


 'It's a hundred percent my fault and I'm not trying to shirk that at all.


 'We got back in touch with
 
 American Express Travel, who said at the time it didn't seem to be a problem.
 


 
 'But then we went through a couple of hours of being on hold and requests and callbacks and things like this and they didn't seem to be able to help.
 


 
 'Then we started to contact China Eastern Airlines who we hadn't used before, but it turns out they just have no UK base.
 


 
 'They have an address in London that we went to - but there's nothing there anymore.
 


 
 'And if you phone the UK number just cuts you off after 20 seconds. The only way you can contact them is to pay £1.80 a minute and phone China - and we have spent hours upon hours trying to get this fixed.
 


 
 'We emailed every contact we could find for the airline, even searching LinkedIn.
 

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 'I just can't believe that it's such an impossible task to get resolved.'
 


 
 After getting nowhere with the airline, Mr Coombes said he returned to Amex and was informed the only thing he could do was to cancel the trip and lose the fare.
 


 
 After complaining, another customer services representative told him the airline had agreed to refund the fare minus £380, as long as they purchased a new ticket.
 


 
 But at that time, the prices had leaped up to £3,800, meaning he would be out of pocket.
 


 
 As days have gone by with the issue still unresolved, ticket prices now stand at around £8,948.12 - four times the amount he originally paid.
 


 
 Mr Coombes also claims that as for the terms and conditions for the airline, he could 'not find anything, anywhere'.
 


 He said: 'There's nothing written down for it and every time you ask for this no one can send them through.'


 The frustrated traveller added that while Amex directed him to speak with the airline, China Eastern Airlines has informed him they can only deal with the agent he booked through - leaving him in an unresolved situation between the two companies.


 'I've never come across anything so preposterous,' he said.


 'We won't be booking with the travel agent ever again - and apparently if we had booked this directly with the airline, you can make changes with them - but the airline doesn't really want to speak to us because our contract exists with Amex.


 'We've just had real difficulties getting people to return a call and make any sense out of this.


 'I just want the surname amended on the flight. I can't understand how it's this difficult.


 'I can't imagine that this is that much of a challenge for anybody to achieve.


 'It's an enormous amount of money for us to spend on doing something like this, we're really trying to do something different and put ourselves out there, but it's just been going on for so long.


 'It's taking a huge amount of energy for just changing a single letter in a surname.


 'I know I made a mistake, and an admin fee is entirely reasonable, but £9,000 just feels outrageous.'


 MailOnline has contacted American Express and
 China
 Eastern Airlines for comment.

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I paid £2,100 for a flight to China - but I made one tiny mistake and they are now trying to charge me £9,000 for a new ticket

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Have YOU had trouble changing a detail on your flight booking? Email fran.wolfisz@mailonline.co.uk A despairing business owner says his flight booking 'turned into a nightmare' after he…

Cara Bijak Menolak Penukaran Kursi di Pesawat

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 ,
 
 
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 - Telah betah duduk di tempat dengan nyamannya kursi tersebut
 pesawat
 yang tertera di
 
 boarding pass
 
 , tiba-tiba ada penumpang lain yang muncul dan menawarkan untuk menukar tempat duduknya. Kejadian semacam ini kerap dialami oleh banyak orang.
 penerbangan
 terutama selama masa-masa sibuk seperti ketika sedang berlibur.


 Seorang ahli perjalanan bernama Jamie Fraser dari kemah musim panas Wild Packs American, menyajikan beberapa petunjuk tentang cara merespons permintaan tersebut secara sopan. Petunjuk-petunjuk ini disampaikannya berdasarkan kejadian umum di mana seorang wanita menolak menukar posisi duduknya dengan seorang anak yang sedang menangis. Insiden serupa bahkan telah terekam dalam video dan menjadi sorotan publik.
 penumpang pesawat
 berbeda dengan menjadi fenomenal yang berujung pada pemutusannya dari pekerjaan.


 Jennifer Castro, seorang pekerja perbankan asal Brazil berumur 29 tahun, jadi sorotan dunia maya usai insiden perselisihan dalam penerbangan domestik GOL Airlines pada bulan Desember 2024. Dia kemudian menuntut maskapai serta para penumpang yang mencatat kejadian tersebut.


 Mengacu pada survei oleh YouGov, terdapat kelompok orang yang enggan bergeser dari posisi mereka secara keseluruhan situasi apapun, namun hal tersebut bisa membawa dampak negatif. Oleh karena itu, Fraser merekomendasikan agar menerapkan nasihat-nasihat berikut ketika mendapatkan permintaan untuk bergerak.
 kursi pesawat
 .

<h2>
 Menjawab "Tidak"
</h2>

 Apabila terdapat permintaan untuk menukar tempat duduk, penumpang berhak menolakkannya. Fraser mengatakan bahwa penumpang tidak dipaksakan untuk berganti posisi dengan penumpang lain.


 Nomor kursi sudah dicetak pada boarding pass, dan apabila telah memesan tempat duduk di samping jendela atau tengah dengan biaya tambahan, contohnya, penumpang memiliki hak untuk tetap bertahan di posisi yang dipilih tersebut.


 Apabila dimintai untuk bergeser ke bangku tengah, Fraser merekomendasikan agar menyampaikan pada penumpang kalau Anda lebih senang bertahan di kursi saat ini. Bila usulan itu masih dilanjuti, Fraser sarankan supaya ulangi penolakannya secara sabar tanpa perlu alasan tambahan lagi. Pada akhirnya, setiap penumpang punya peluang yang sama bukan apa memilih dan mendapatkan tempat duduk favorit masing-masing dari awal.

<h2>
 Menangani Penumpang yang Suka Bandel
</h2>

 Apabila penumpang enggan menerima keputusan penolakan tersebut, Fraser mengajukan saran untuk mempertaharkan sikap tegas namun tetap beradaban. Dia menjelaskan, “Bila penumpang masih mencoba membujuk Anda agar beralih tempat duduk, sangat krusial bagi Anda untuk selalu bertahan pada pendirian Anda secara sopan dan jelas.” Ia juga menekankan bahwa melakukan penolakan itu sendiri adalah sesuatu yang wajar. Dengan nada percaya diri tapi santai, ungkapnya, “Anda cukup jelaskan bahwa posisi Anda di kursi ini tak akan goyah,” sebagaimana dikutip dari laporan tersebut.
 Daily Mail
 .


 Apabila penumpang tersebut masih saja membandel, ajaklah pramugarinya sebab mereka telah dilatih untuk menangani keadaan serupa.

<h2>
 Ketika Adalah Waktu Yang Tepat Untuk Mengganti Kursi Anda
</h2>

 Fraser menyebutkan bahwa ada berbagai skenario di mana pemikiran tentang menukar tempat duduk bisa jadi relevan. Salah satu contohnya adalah saat ada anak-anak yang tidak duduk bersama dengan anggota keluarga mereka.


 "Akan tetapi, keluarga perlu berdiskusi lebih dulu dengan maskapai penerbangan guna mendapatkan bantuan sebelum mengharapkan penumpang untuk berganti kursi. Walau bagaimanapun juga, Anda tidak diwajibkan untuk merubah posisi duduk tersebut," ujarnya.


 Para penumpang bisa pula mengubah posisi apabila kurang senang dengan bangku mereka, terutama bila ada orang lain yang bersedia memberikan tempat duduk yang lebih nyaman. Namun demikian, kecuali dalam kasus tersebut, permohonan untuk bertukar kursi dianggap sebagai perilaku yang tak sopan selama perjalanan, jelasnya.


 Fraser mengatakan bahwa ingin duduk bersebelahan dengan teman, kurang suka duduk di tengah, atau belum memesan tempat duduk bersama-sama sebelumnya bukan merupakan alasan yang cukup untuk minta orang lain bergeser.

<h2>
 Jangan Mengambil Kursi Penumpang Lain
</h2>

 Banyak penumpang mengira bahwa berpindah ke kursi milik orang lain tanpa persetujuan adalah hal yang biasa. Namun, perlu dipahami bahwa tindakan tersebut sebaiknya tidak dilakukan karena dapat menciptakan tensi di antara para penumpang dan mungkin memicu keterlambatan pada jadwal terbang.


 "Staf mungkin mengharuskan Anda turun dari pesawat atau kasus Anda bisa menyebar di internet," jelas Fraser.

<h2>
 Bagaimana Cara yang Baik untuk Meminta Pertukaran tempat duduk?
</h2>

 
 Apabila mengajak penumpang lain untuk bertukar tempat duduk, pastikan memberikan tawaran yang setara. Hal ini dapat mencakup jenis kursi serupa di lokasi lain dalam kokpit, atau menyediakan pengembangan posisi duduk kepada mereka.
 
 Catatan: Saya pikir ada sedikit kesalahan pada kalimat asli terkait konteks "kokpit" dan istilah "peningkatan kursi". Mungkin maksudnya adalah area lain di dalam pesawat daripada kokpit? Dan mungkin sebaiknya menggunakan frasa seperti 'upgrade' jika dimaksudkan sebagai perbaikan status tiket penumpang. Namun tetap menjaga makna umum dari teks awal sesuai permintaan Anda.


 Jangan meminta orang lain bertukar tempat duduk dari jendela atau lorong ke bangku tengah di pesawat karena hal tersebut tidak sesuai dengan etika dalam berpergian.

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에어로케이항공, 5월부터 청주-후쿠오카 정기 항공편 출시

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 에어로케이항공은 5월 2일부터 청주와 후쿠오카를 연결하는 새로운 항선을 시작할 계획이라고 19일 발표했습니다.


 이후 5월 15일부터는 주 7회로 증편될 계획입니다.


 청주공항을 떠나는 출국편 RF332는 오전 6시 35분에 이륙하여 후쿠오카국제공항에 오전 7시 45분경 도달합니다. 돌아오는 항공편인 RF331의 경우, 오전 8시 30분에 출발해서 오전 10시에 목적지에 도착하게 됩니다.


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 에어로케이항공의 대표는 일본의 이바라키, 오비히로, 히로시마뿐 아니라 중국의 지난과 칭다오 등의 노선 개설을 적극적으로 고려 중이라고 밝혔습니다.


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에어로케이항공, 5월부터 청주-후쿠오카 정기 항공편 출시

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에어로케이항공 제공 에어로케이항공은 5월 2일부터 청주와 후쿠오카를 연결하는 새로운 항선을 시작할 계획이라고 19일 발표했습니다. 이후 5월 15일부터는 주 7회로 증편될 계획입니다. 청주공항을 떠나는 출국편 RF332는 오전 6시 35분에 이륙하여 후쿠오카국제공항에 오전 7시 45분경 도달합니다. 돌아오는 항공편인 RF…

Tourists Share Genius Tips for Snoozing Comfortably on Flights (Without Breaking the Bank)

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 Napping on airplanes is among the most difficult challenges for numerous individuals—particularly when seated upright in the economy class.


 But
 Reddit
 User 'hardrollsmatrix' uncovered some top tricks for catching those zzz's when they
 asked the forum
 ', 'For those of you who can actually fall asleep during flights, what's your trick?'


 Starting with the top-rated neck pillow brands all the way to the perfect pre-flight meal timing that guarantees success, here are some valuable insights shared by seasoned travelers and habitual dozers...


 
 WINDOW SEAT
 


 'Bwainwright' mentions they 'previously traveled from the UK to
 California
 And return every month for a few years until they reached a stage where they would doze off while taxiing towards the runway and awaken upon landing 12 hours later.’


 They provided numerous sleep suggestions in the initial post; the top tip was securing a window seat. They further explained, "This minimizes disruptions from people passing by and offers support with the bulkhead to lean against."


 'If you manage to secure an exit row or a seat with additional legroom, then that’s excellent.'


 'Nonetheless, approach exit row seating cautiously as they frequently offer narrower seat spacing and on certain aircraft may not allow you to recline at all.'


 'TreeLakeRockCloud' shares: 'A couple of weeks back, during a 5-hour flight, I managed to sleep peacefully. I was seated at the window, and I instructed the person next to me by the aisle to rouse me solely in case of an emergency. No sooner had we taken off than I drifted into sleep, but I stirred when my ears started to hurt as we began our descent.'


 
 RED-EYE FLIGHTS
 

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 A lot of travelers suggest reserving red-eye flights, those that take off past midnight and land just as the sun comes up.


 'MoiJaimeLesCrepes' states this is 'to steer clear of flights with many families. You prefer flights filled with business travelers or those that aren’t commonly booked'.


 'MOS95B' mentions: 'Whenever I need to travel by air, I prefer booking “off-peak” flights. This means I end up departing very late at night—around midnight—or long past my usual bedtime. By the time I board my flight, I’m usually quite tired and often take advantage of the opportunity to catch some sleep.'


 
 COMFY CLOTHING
 


 The next tip from ‘Bwainwright’, among other users, is to ‘wear comfortable clothing’, adding they always travel in a zip-up hoodie that’s easy to take off and put on again.


 They add: ‘I like to put the hood up - it indicates to cabin crew that I'm trying to sleep and helps me feel a little more cutoff from the cabin, but it can get hot for some people.’


 
 NOISE-CANCELLING HEADPHONES
 


 ‘Bwainwright’, along with many other Reddit users, recommends wearing noise-cancelling headphones - even if nothing is playing out of them.


 They add: ‘I will often play a podcast or some relaxing music to fall asleep too and then the noise-cancelling stays on when it finishes and cuts out the engine noise.’


 ‘Kaiyotic’, who says they used to never be able to sleep on planes, also suggests wearing noise-cancelling headphones, having successfully tried it on a flight to Dubai.


 They say: ‘I didn't put any music on or any noise whatsoever, but just the reduction of the noise around me was enough to be able to sleep.’


 If you want something a bit cheaper, like ‘roboticWanderor’, you can use regular earplugs.

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 They say: ‘They block sound better and don't need batteries, as well as letting my head rest on the side. They also mitigate the cabin pressure changes, so you don't have the inner ear pop.


 'I simply use inexpensive, foam earplugs that are quite soft and suitable for extended wear.'


 
 SLEEP ACCESSORIES
 


 Another tip from 'bwainwright' involves purchasing a high-quality sleep mask prior to your flight, since the ones provided onboard tend to be quite flimsy and allow considerable light through at the bottom.


 '$10 [£8] will buy you a nicer one for when your trip starts,' they mention additionally.


 Many airplane seats come equipped with wing-like extensions that serve as headrests; 'bwainwright' and numerous others recommend extending these fully whenever you can, alongside leaning your seat back for more comfort.


 'You've paid for the space, so make use of it!' they say.


 However, neck pillows are highly recommended by the majority, particularly
 the 'trtl
 'as 'bwainwright' describes it, 'it’s an oddly shaped item that basically merges a rigid plastic collar with a neck scarf. You circle it around your neck, and the support brace holds up your head from one side.'


 'The trtl pillow is fantastic for sleeping upright,' remarks 'roboticWanderer'.


 And when 'Nyutnyut' gave it a try, they did manage to get some sleep, which is typically unachievable for them.


 '5leeplessinvancouver' mentions: 'Something transformative for me was a foot hammock. It attaches to the tray table frame, allowing you to elevate your feet.'


 
 HOW TO CONSUME FOOD AND BEVERAGES
 


 Although numerous people believe that a glass of red wine helps them doze off during air travel, Reddit users argue that alcohol is more prone to 'disrupt your sleep' when flying.

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 'Lk05321' comments: 'Avoid drinking if you're not used to it! Indeed, alcohol is unlimited during flights across the Atlantic, but the cabin pressure at an altitude of around 10,000 feet (or 3 kilometers) can intensify the effects. You might feel like you've had multiple drinks even with just one. So some individuals end up becoming quite tipsy.'


 'Ukexpat' also cautions against drinking excessive alcohol and advises not to overindulge in food.


 In the meantime, 'Abqkat' takes extraordinary measures before a lengthy transcontinental flight when it comes to meals.


 They mention, 'Eating is crucial for me as well, and it aids in adjusting my digestion to the new time zone and meal times.'


 'I observe a fasting period of one day prior to an 8-hour plus journey including the time zone change, catch some sleep during the flight, and arrive aligned with the local timing. It works perfectly each time.'


 Meanwhile, self-confessed caffeine-addict ‘Spiritual-Mechanic-4’’s biggest tip is to not drink coffee before a flight.


 
 HOT CHOCOLATE HACK
 


 Another very clever trick from ‘Clever_Mercury’ is to start drinking a small cup of hot chocolate, just before you go to bed every night for a week.

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 ‘Then on the plane, request a small hot chocolate,’ they add. ‘Assuming normal conditions and no major medical issues, this has an above average chance of putting you out like a light.’


 Although using chamomile tea is also considered 'a safe bet,' chocolate contains an amino acid named tryptophan which aids in sleeping.


 
 BORE YOURSELF
 


 If everything else doesn’t work, simply bore yourself until you feel like dozing off.


 Similar to others, 'Spunkyla' secures the first available flight, yet chooses 'the dullest book they can locate'.


 'I begin reading the book immediately after we take off,' they mention.


 'ExpressSpecial9033' mentions they also engage in this activity and additionally listen to a podcast where the speaker has a dull voice.


 'Blend them together and tune into an audiobook; I usually drift off quite fast. Score!' they mention.

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Tourists Share Genius Tips for Snoozing Comfortably on Flights (Without Breaking the Bank)

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Reddit users share their top tips for catching some shut-eye during a flight. What’s your favorite sleep trick? Cast your vote in our poll below... EXPLORE FURTHER: …

Tourists Share Genius Tips for Snoozing Comfortably on Flights (Without Splurging on Business Class)

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 Users of Reddit share their top tips for catching some shut-eye during flights.
 
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 Many individuals find it extremely difficult to sleep on airplanes, particularly when seated upright in the economy class section.


 But
 Reddit
 User 'hardrollsmatrix' uncovered some top tricks for catching those zzzs when they
 asked the forum
 ', 'For those of you who succeed in sleeping during flights, what's your trick?'


 From the top-rated neck pillow brand to the pre-flight dining plan that always seems to work, we share some of the best advice from seasoned travelers and regular dozers...


 
 WINDOW SEAT
 


 ‘Bwainwright’ says they ‘used to travel from the UK to
 California
 and back every month for a couple of years and got to the point where [they] could fall asleep when taxiing to the runway and wake up when coming into land 12 hours later’.


 They give the original post loads of tips for sleeping, the first of which being to ensure you nab a window seat, adding: ‘‘You're likely to not be disturbed by other passengers needing to get past you, and you'll have the bulk head to rest against.


 ‘If you can get an exit row or a row with extra leg room, then great.


 'Nonetheless, approach exit row seating cautiously as these seats frequently offer narrower legroom and may not allow you to recline on certain aircraft.'


 'TreeLakeRockCloud' mentions: 'A couple of weeks back, during a 5-hour flight, I managed to sleep deeply. I was seated at the window, and I instructed the person next to me by the aisle to rouse me solely in case of an emergency. Consequently, I drifted off right after we took off and later awakened when our descent caused discomfort in my ears.'


 
 RED-EYE FLIGHTS
 

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 A lot of travelers suggest reserving redeye flights, those that take off in the wee hours and land just as dawn breaks.


 'MoiJaimeLesCrepes' states this is 'to steer clear of flights filled with many families. The preference is for trips with mostly business travelers or those that tend to be less crowded'.


 'MOS95B' mentions: 'Whenever I need to travel by air, I prefer booking "off-peak" flights. This means I end up departing very late at night—around midnight—or long past my usual bedtime. In both cases, by the time I board the plane, I am more than prepared for a good nap.'


 
 COMFY CLOTHING
 


 The following advice from 'Bwainwright', as shared by other users, suggests wearing comfy clothes. They mention that they always pack a zip-up hoodie which is convenient for taking off and putting back on during their travels.


 They add: 'I prefer raising the hood as it signals to the flight attendants that I am attempting to sleep and assists me in feeling somewhat isolated from the cabin, though it might become warm for others.'


 
 NOISE-CANCELLING HEADPHONES
 


 'Bwainwright,' like numerous other Reddit users, suggests using noise-canceling headphones—even when they aren’t producing any sound.


 They mention, 'I frequently listen to a podcast or soothing music to help me sleep, and I keep the noise-cancellation active after it ends to block out the engine sounds.'


 'Kaiyotic,' who previously struggled with sleeping on airplanes, recommends using noise-canceling headphones after finding success during a trip to Dubai.


 They mention: 'I didn’t play any music or make any noise at all, yet simply minimizing the surrounding sounds was sufficient for me to fall asleep.'


 If you prefer something more budget-friendly, such as the 'Robotic Wanderer', you can opt for standard earplugs instead.

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 It is mentioned: 'These provide superior noise cancellation without requiring batteries, plus they offer comfortable side support. Additionally, they help balance out fluctuations in cabin pressure, preventing the popping sensation in your ears.'


 'I simply use inexpensive, foam varieties that are quite plush and suitable for extended periods of use.'


 
 SLEEP ACCESSORIES
 


 A tip shared by 'bwainwright' involves purchasing a high-quality sleep mask prior to your flight, since the masks provided onboard are typically "rather flimsy and allow quite a bit of light through at the bottom."


 '$10 [£8] will buy you a nicer one for when you travel,' they mention additionally.


 Many airplane seats feature wings that extend to serve as headrests; 'bwainwright' and numerous others recommend unfolding them entirely whenever possible, alongside adjusting the seatback to recline.


 'You've paid for the space, so make use of it!' they say.


 However, neck pillows are highly suggested by the majority, particularly
 the 'trtl
 ', which ‘bwainwright’ says is ‘a weird looking thing which is essentially a stiff plastic neck brace combined with a neck scarf. You wrap it around your neck and the brace supports your head on one side’.


 ‘The trtl pillow is amazing for sleeping sitting up,’ adds ‘roboticWanderor’.


 And when ‘nyutnyut’ tried it, they ‘did actually get a bit of sleep which is usually impossible’ for them.


 ‘5leeplessinvancouver’ adds: ‘A game changer for me has been a foot hammock. You hang it from the tray table frame and you can put your feet up on it.’


 
 HOW TO CONSUME FOOD AND BEVERAGE
 


 Although numerous people believe that drinking a glass of red wine helps them doze off during flights, Reddit users argue that alcohol can actually 'disrupt your sleep' when traveling by air.

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 'Lk05321' notes: 'Avoid drinking unless you're used to it! While alcohol is unlimited during a transatlantic trip, remember that the cabin pressure equals an altitude of about 10,000 feet (3 kilometers). This means even just one alcoholic beverage could lead to a hangover-like headache. It’s easy for some individuals to become quite intoxicated.'


 'Ukexpat' also cautions against consuming excessive alcohol and advises avoiding overindulgence in food.


 In the meantime, 'Abqkat' takes extraordinary measures prior to lengthy flights concerning meals.


 They add: 'Eating plays a crucial role for me as well, aiding in adjusting my digestion to the new time zone and meal schedules.'


 'I observe a fasting day prior to an 8-hour plus flight including the time zone change, catch some sleep during the journey, and arrive aligned with the local timing. It works perfectly each time.'


 In the meantime, 'Spiritual-Mechanic-4', who admits to being a confessed caffeine addict, offers their top advice as avoiding coffee prior to flying.


 
 HOT CHOCOLATE HACK
 


 Yet another ingenious technique shared by 'Clever_Mercury' involves sipping a tiny mug of hot chocolate right before bedtime each evening for seven days.

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 'Once you're on the plane, ask for a small hot chocolate,' they suggest. 'Provided everything is usual and there are no significant health concerns, this has a good likelihood of helping you fall asleep.'


 Although using chamomile tea for this purpose is often recommended as well, chocolate contains an amino acid named tryptophan which aids in sleeping.


 
 BORE YOURSELF
 


 If everything else doesn’t work, simply bore yourself until you feel like dozing off.


 Similar to others, 'Spunkyla' reserves their first available flight, yet they also choose 'the dullest book [they] could locate'.


 'I begin reading the book immediately after we take off,' they mention.


 'ExpressSpecial9033' mentions they also engage in this activity and enjoy listening to a podcast where the speaker has a dull monotone voice.


 'Blend them together and tune into an audiobook; I usually drift off quite fast. Score!' they mention.

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Tourists Share Genius Tips for Snoozing Comfortably on Flights (Without Splurging on Business Class)

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Users of Reddit share their top tips for catching some shut-eye during flights. What’s your favorite trick for getting a good night’s sleep? Cast your vote in the poll below! …

Emirates Adds 7 New Destinations with A350 Fleet Expansion

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 DUBAI, 19th March, 2025 (WAM) — Emirates has announced an expanded list of routes that will be serviced by their Airbus A350 planes, coinciding with the arrival of additional recently acquired aircraft into their fleet.


 As part of its recent introduction of the A350 aircraft, the carrier is broadening its reach across short- and medium-haul routes within the Middle East, Gulf Cooperation Council countries, and Europe. This marks the inaugural use of the A350 for Emirates in both Africa and Southeast Asia as well.


 Adnan Kazim, who serves as the Deputy President and Chief Commercial Officer at Emirates, stated, "The deployment of our A350 fleet into various areas such as the Middle East, Gulf Cooperation Council countries, Europe, Africa, and Southeast Asia showcases the adaptability and effectiveness of these planes."


 Emirates' newest A350 aircraft will commence their planned routes as follows: Tunis — six times per week from June 1st; Amman — once daily beginning June 1st; Istanbul — one flight each day starting July 1st; Dammam — also with a single daily service commencing July 1st; Ho Chi Minh City (Vietnam) — every day starting August 1st; Baghdad — three flights per week (on Mondays, Wednesdays, and Sundays) kicking off August 3rd; Oslo — one flight daily from September 1st onwards.


 In the upcoming months, Emirates will unveil new A350 destinations, covering both long-distance flights, as additional airplanes are incorporated into its fleet.

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Video: Pesawat Eksperimental Baru Il-114-300 Bergabung dengan Program Uji Terbang di Rusia

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<h2>
 Pesawat percobaan ke tiga dari seri IL-114-300, yang diproduksi oleh PJSC Il, telah sukses melaksanakan debut penerbangannya dan kini sudah menjadi bagian resmi dari proyek pengujian terbang untuk jenis baru pesawat berbasis wilayah di Russia.
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 + Klik di sini untuk menyaksikan video-nya
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 Pesawat ini seluruhnya didukung oleh sistem dan perlengkapan produksi Rusia, berkat kolaborasi besar-besaran antara para pembuat desain dan produsen lokal. Selain itu, penerbangan ini juga melibatkan pesawat percobaan lainnya—prototipe keduanya—which tengah mengikuti tahap penilaian keselamatan operasional. Prototipe kedua berhasil mencatat penerbangan ke seratus mereka hari ini, setelah melakukan sekitar 280 jam terbang di atas wilayah Rusia.


 
 + Model dari Ukraina Ditemukan dengan Fraktur pada Tangan, Kaki, serta Tulang Belakang di Area Pinggiran Jalanan Dubai
 


 Pesawat anyar ini dikemudikan oleh regu profesional dari PJSC Il: komandannya dan pilot tes Alexey Gazdiev, individu yang telah menerima penghargaan Gelar Pahlawan Rusia; pilot tes Mikhail Kondratenko; teknisi penerbangan Maxim Belin; serta kepala insinyurnya Roman Stepanov. Dalam tahap penerbangan selama 30 menit itu, kestabilan, kontrolibilitas, dan performa sistem pesawat dievaluasi—sebagian besar elemen sistem tersebut diproduksi oleh entitas-entitas di bawah naungan korporasi negara Rostec State Corporation. Sirkuit operasional meliputi gerakan mendekati tanpa henti sejajar dengan jalur lepas landas pada ketinggian seratus meter.

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 "Hasil dari penerbangan telah mencapai tujuannya secara keseluruhan dan tidak ditemukan adanya catatan buruk tentang performa sistem pesawat," ungkap Gazdiev setelah mendarat.


 Berdasarkan pernyataan dari Direktur Administratif PJSC Il, Daniil Brenerman, menambahkan satu pesawat lain ke dalam program pengujian dapat mengakselerasi proses sertifikasi. "Penyerahan pesawat untuk produksi masal kepada para operator akan dilakukan pada tahun depan," tambahnya. Sesuai dengan kesepakatan yang sudah disahkan sebelumnya.

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 Il-114-300 diproduksi berdasarkan instruksi dari Presiden Rusia untuk meningkatkan integrasi transportasi udara lokal, terutama di daerah pedalaman negeri itu. Program ini mendapat dukungan dari Kementerian Industri dan Perdagangan Rusia serta melibatkan pemulihan produksinya secara masif.

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 Fitur Il-114-300
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 Dilengkapi sepenuhnya dengan komponen produksi Rusia, seperti mesin TV7-117ST-01 dari UEC-Klimov yang sudah mendapatkan sertifikat di tahun 2022. Pesawat ini memiliki daya angkat yang lebih besar serta menggunakan baling-baling AV112-114 dengan tenaga penggerak mencapai empat ton, menjadikannya unggul dibandingkan lawan internasionalnya berdasarkan kinerja.

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 <li>
 Desain pesawat sudah diperbarui menggunakan bahan komposit lebih banyak, mengadopsi sistem navigasi dan aviasi digital terbaru, bersama dengan penyempurnaan kenyamanan kokpit.
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 Mampu menampung sampai 68 penumpang, dirancang sebagai pengganti pesawat-pesawat tersebut seperti An-24, ATR-42/72, Bombardier Q-300, serta CRJ-100/200 di rute-rute lokal.
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 Didesain agar dapat bekerja dengan independen di landasan pacu yang belum berasfalt, seperti bandar Udara di daerah Arktik.
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 Kebetulannya, penerbangan pertama dari pesawat anyar tersebut dilaksanakan tepat di hari jadi Sergei Ilyushin, sang insinyur pembuat pesawat ternama yang mengarahkan pengembangan ratusan pesawat baik militer maupun komersial, mencakup Ikona Il-14 — simbol penerbangan Uni Soviet.


 Sumber serta ilustrasi: Telegram @
 uac_ru
 Konten ini dikembangkan menggunakan teknologi AI dan sudah melewati proses tinjauan oleh tim editorial.

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비행기표 최저가로 예약하는 팁! 스카이스캐너 활용 가이드

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 [=이지환 기자] 여행을 계획할 때 가장 신경 쓰이는 부분 중 하나는 항공권 가격이다. 같은 노선이라도 검색하는 시기나 예약 방법에 따라 가격이 크게 차이 나기 때문에, 최적의 항공권을 찾는 것은 여행자들에게 필수적인 과정이 되었다.


 이런 고민을 해결해 줄 수 있는 대표적인 항공권 검색 엔진이 바로 스카이스캐너다. 전 세계 수많은 여행객이 이용하는 스카이스캐너를 활용하면 원하는 항공권을 쉽고 빠르게 검색하고, 최저가 항공권을 찾아 합리적인 가격에 예약할 수 있다.


 스카이스캐너의 가장 큰 장점은 한곳에서 여러 항공사의 항공권을 비교할 수 있다는 점이다. 원하는 여행 날짜와 목적지를 입력하면 수십 개의 항공사와 여행사 데이터를 분석해 최적의 요금을 찾아준다.


 특히, 최저가 항공권을 찾고 싶다면 몇 가지 유용한 기능을 활용하는 것이 좋다. 먼저, 여행 날짜가 정해지지 않았다면 ‘가장 저렴한 달’ 기능을 활용하면 특정 노선에서 항공권이 가장 저렴한 시기를 한눈에 확인할 수 있다. 여행 날짜를 유동적으로 조정할 수 있는 경우, 이 기능을 활용하면 비용을 대폭 절약할 수 있다.


 또한, ‘어디든지’ 검색 기능을 활용하면 특정 목적지가 정해지지 않은 여행자들에게 최저가 항공권을 추천해준다. 어디로든 떠날 준비가 되어 있다면, 이 기능을 통해 예산 내에서 가장 합리적인 여행지를 선택하는 것도 좋은 방법이다.


 항공권뿐만 아니라, 스카이스캐너에서는 렌터카와 호텔도 함께 검색할 수 있어 원스톱 여행 예약이 가능하다. 실제 여행자들이 남긴 평점을 참고해 최적의 숙소를 선택하고, 이동 수단까지 한 번에 해결할 수 있어 여행 준비 시간이 단축된다.


 스카이스캐너를 통해 최저가 항공권을 찾고 싶다면 검색 시점을 잘 고려하는 것이 중요하다. 일반적으로 항공권 예약은 출발 2~3개월 전에 하는 것이 가장 저렴하다는 분석 결과가 있다. 특히, 주중과 주말 요금 차이가 크기 때문에 항공권 가격 변동을 자주 확인하고, 알림 기능을 활용해 가격이 낮아질 때 예약하는 것이 좋다.


 스마트한 여행을 계획하고 있다면, 스카이스캐너를 활용해 항공권 검색부터 예약까지 한 번에 해결해보자. 조금만 신경 쓰면 보다 합리적인 가격으로 여행을 떠날 수 있을 것이다.

비행기표 최저가로 예약하는 팁! 스카이스캐너 활용 가이드

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[=이지환 기자] 여행을 계획할 때 가장 신경 쓰이는 부분 중 하나는 항공권 가격이다. 같은 노선이라도 검색하는 시기나 예약 방법에 따라 가격이 크게 차이 나기 때문에, 최적의 항공권을 찾는 것은 여행자들에게 필수적인 과정이 되었다. 이런 고민을 해결해 줄 수 있는 대표적인 항공권 검색 엔진이 바로 스카이스캐너다. 전 세계 수많은 여행객이 이용하는…

These Are the World's Most Chaotic Flight Paths—Top Spot Goes to a Route Plagued by "Mountain Waves"

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Buckle up.

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 Some shakes and bumps during a flight are normal, yet particular routes experience an excess of them.
 stomach-dropping turbulence
 A study conducted by turbulence monitoring firm Turbl, examined
 turbulence forecast data
 From NOAA and the UK Met Office, to pinpoint the most volatile flight paths globally.


 At number one is the route from Mendoza, Argentina, to Santiago, Chile, which has an
 eddy dissipation rate
 (EDR) measures turbulence intensity, with a value of 24.684 for this particular case. This represents an increase of 4 EDR over the second most turbulent flight path globally, which runs from Córdoba, Argentina, to Santiago, Chile.


 Most often, turbulence is
 the result of weather
 The primary reason for this disruption lies in the geographical characteristics. Specifically, it’s due to the presence of the towering Andes mountain range, located precisely along the route from Mendoza's El Plumerillo International Airport (MDZ) to Santiago's Arturo Merino Benitez International Airport (SCL), causing significant disturbances during flights. This hour-long journey crosses right through these majestic peaks, making the airflow ascend and generate waves and eddies responsible for considerable turbulence at altitude levels. Mountains exert such potent effects on aerial movements overhead that they’ve earned themselves a rather foreboding moniker:
 mountain wave
 .”


 Quite intriguingly, the top four roughest flight experiences come from flights originating in Argentina.


 At number five is the journey flying above the Himalayas, connecting Kathmandu’s Tribhuvan International Airport (KTM) in Nepal with Lhasa Gonggar Airport (LXA) in China's Lhasa.


 Related | Most Unpredictable U.S. Flight Paths | Discover More


 Below is a comprehensive overview of the most volatile flight paths globally for the year 2024:

<ol>
 <li>
 
 Mendoza (MDZ) to Santiago (SCL)
 
 
 EDR: 24.684
 
 </li>
 <li>
 
 Cordoba (COR) - Santiago (SCL)
 
 
 EDR: 20.214
 
 </li>
 <li>
 
 Mendoza (MDZ) - Salta (SLA)
 
 
 EDR: 19.825
 
 </li>
 <li>
 
 Mendoza (MDZ) - San Carlos de Bariloche (BRC)
 
 
 EDR: 19.252
 
 </li>
 <li>
 
 Kathmandu (KTM) - Lhasa (LXA)
 
 
 EDR: 18.817
 
 </li>
 <li>
 
 Chengdu (CTU) - Lhasa (LXA)
 
 
 EDR: 18.644
 
 </li>
 <li>
 
 Santa Cruz (VVI) - Santiago (SCL)
 
 
 EDR: 18.598
 
 </li>
 <li>
 
 Kathmandu (KTM) - Paro (PBH)
 
 
 EDR: 18.563
 
 </li>
 <li>
 
 Chengdu (CTU) - Xining (XNN)
 
 
 EDR: 18.482
 
 </li>
 <li>
 
 San Carlos de Bariloche (BRC) - Santiago (SCL)
 
 
 EDR: 18.475
 
 </li>
</ol>

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These Are the World's Most Chaotic Flight Paths—Top Spot Goes to a Route Plagued by "Mountain Waves"

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Buckle up. Some shakes and bumps during a flight are normal, yet particular routes experience an excess of them. stomach-dropping turbulence A study conducted by turbulence monitoring firm Turbl,…

The Top 5 Airlines That Shaped Aviation History

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 Last month, J Martin Schröder, who founded Europe’s inaugural budget airline, passed away at the age of 93. Though he may not have been widely recognized in Britain, his impact extended well past his home country of the Netherlands. The company named after him, Martinair, disrupted KLM, the prominent Dutch flag carrier, setting a blueprint for subsequent pioneers in affordable air travel such as Michael O'Leary from Ryanair and Stelios Haji-Ioannou with easyJet to emulate.


 His
 
 Telegraph
 
 obituary
 Recalling Schröder’s brilliant move was realizing how swiftly he could transform his plane between passenger and cargo services just by installing or removing the seats. He found this transformation only took a few hours; however, some travelers grumbled about catching whiffs of livestock—horses, pigs, or cattle—that the airplane had transported previously during the night.


 Which other airlines could be considered the most influential in history? Here’s what I think:

<h2 class="u-heading-size-large u-heading-style-normal">
 BOAC: 1940-1974
</h2>

 In May 1952, The British Overseas Airways Corporation spearheaded the dawn of the modern jet era and eventually transformed into "the world's favorite airline" —British Airways.
 BOAC de Havilland Comets
 A four-engine airplane roughly the same size as a Boeing 737 departed from London, making stops in Nairobi en route to Johannesburg, and then traveling through Southeast Asia before reaching Tokyo. Each leg carried 44 passengers. These flights marked the beginning of regular international commercial jet routes.


 Six years afterward, the company succeeding Imperial Airways achieved yet another "first". On October 4, 1958, BOAC launched flights using their De Havilland Comet 4, traveling from London to New York's Idlewild Airport, which is now known as JFK. This marked the start of the transatlantic jet era. By the end of the 1950s, BOAC boasted being the "worldwide airline," serving destinations across all continents excluding Antarctica.

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 In the 1970s, when the Boeing 747 entered service, yearly passenger counts surged dramatically, allowing BOAC to start making profits. Numerous people consider the BOAC jumbo with its distinctive coloring to be the most aesthetically pleasing paint job of the aircraft.


 In the past, well-traveled routes have remained quite consistent with those of today—such as flights from London to New York, which was pioneered by the 747, along with journeys from London to Johannesburg, Tokyo, and the Kangaroo Route to Sydney. This continuity can be traced back to 1955.
 Traveling from London to Sydney lasted for four days.
 And featured destinations such as Zurich, Beirut, Karachi, Kolkata, Singapore, Jakarta, and Darwin – quite different from current routes. Soon, Qantas will initiate direct flights from London, which will last around 19 hours. In the 1950s and '60s, passengers favored dishes like Maine lobster, Parma ham cornets, and roasted sirloin of beef, paired typically with highballs and Campari and soda for drinks.


 In 1974, BOAC combined with British European Airways to create British Airways. Up until now, BA still utilizes BOAC’s call sign when communicating with air traffic control: "Speedbird."

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 Pan Am: 1927-1991
</h2>

 While BOAC might have claimed victory in the race to launch the first passenger jet services, it was Pan American Airways – commonly known as Pan Am – that took the lead.
 add some glamor to flying
 The phrase "the jet set" was coined during this era. Some were drawn to the iconic blue-and-white globe logo, while others admired the flight attendants' vibrant electric-blue outfits paired with stylish pillbox hats. There was unanimous agreement that Pan Am's inaugural transatlantic service in 1958, connecting the perpetually bustling New York City with the romantically alluring Paris, epitomized the allure of the Jet Age. How about breakfast at Maxim’s?


 Pan Am entered into mainstream pop culture, appearing in successful films from the 1960s.
 
 Dr. No
 
 In the 1962 film, Sean Connery as James Bond lands in Kingston, Jamaica, arriving on a Pan Am 707. This marks an iconic scene from the early entries in the James Bond franchise. The 1968 science fiction classic refers to another movie but does not alter the description of this particular scene.
 
 2001: A Space Odyssey
 
 incorporated a futuristic Pan Am Space Clipper en route to a space station circling Earth. Upon landing in New York in 1964 for their initial US TV performance, the Beatles made their debut.
 
 The Ed Sullivan Show
 
 , they didn’t disembark from a BOAC jet but instead stepped out of a Pan Am 707 called, fittingly, the Clipper Defiance.

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 The position of Pan Am flight attendant—or air hostess, as they were known at the time—was extremely desirable. "It was among the top jobs for women," according to Christel Vane, a previous Pan Am hostess.
 told
 
 Telegraph Travel
 
 back in 2013
 There were no other options available for women back then, except perhaps becoming a secretary.


 In 1970, Pan Am became the inaugural operator of Boeing’s 747, known as "the Queen of the Skies." The company effectively served as America's de facto national carrier. However, following the 1973 oil crisis, which caused oil prices to soar fourfold, running the 747 became financially unviable. Additionally, lacking substantial domestic routes hindered efforts to keep their planes full. By November 1978, they were serving only 65 destinations. Despite this, Pan Am continued operations for roughly ten more years until filing for bankruptcy in 1991.


 Despite its disappearance nearly twenty years ago, Pan Am continues to be held in such high regard that it inspired a 14-part TV series dramatizing its era, featuring Margot Robbie as an airline stewardess. The distinctive blue luggage adorned with the white globe emblem that Robbie carried still commands top dollar at auction houses.

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 Pacific Southwest Airlines: 1949-1988
</h2>

 Even though it may seem otherwise, air travel hasn’t ever been more affordable due to the emergence of budget airlines. Companies such as Ryanair, easyJet, and Wizz Air trace their roots back to Southwest, which is currently the largest discount carrier in America. Interestingly enough, Southwest itself can attribute its beginnings to a California startup known as Pacific Southwest Airlines (PSA). According to Herb Kelleher, who started Southwest, the creation of PSA played an essential role in his decision to establish Southwest. But what exactly made PSA significant and how did it leave such an impact?


 On May 6, 1949, it made its maiden flight. A rented Douglas DC-3 plane left San Diego Airport, formerly called Lindbergh Field, carrying 24 passengers to Oakland Airport with a stop at Hollywood Burbank Airport along the way. The company’s founder, Kenny Friedkin, capitalized on the fact that since they were an intra-California air carrier, they weren’t bound by U.S. federal price controls, which allowed them to reduce ticket costs.


 He provided nothing extra. There wasn’t a dedicated branded registration zone at airports, and luggage was measured with basic home scales. The service included just one travel class and utilized only one kind of airplane—an idea later adopted by every contemporary budget airline. Within its inaugural year, PSA became profitable.

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 During the 1950s, Friedkin utilized Douglas DC-4 planes to broaden operations, launching routes from San Diego to cities like San Francisco, San Jose, and Ontario. In the following decade, the company went public, providing funds necessary for expansion through the use of Boeing 727s followed by Boeing 737 jetliners adorned with their distinctive orange, red, and white color scheme. Known for friendly service and competitive pricing—often just half that of competitors such as TWA—the carrier branded itself as "the world’s friendliest airline."


 In 1978, the U.S. Airline Deregulation Act removed federal oversight of ticket prices, which led to increased competition and expansion within the industry. Recognizing this shift, PSA expanded its reach outside of California, adding routes to cities such as Reno, Las Vegas, Salt Lake City, and Cabo San Lucas in Mexico. To prepare for significant growth, PSA placed an order for specially adapted Lockheed L-1011 wide-body aircraft.


 In 1986, USAir, which would later be renamed US Airways, purchased the airline for $400 million. By 1988, PSA had been fully absorbed into the expanded company. However, the effective business strategy employed back then has become standard practice nowadays for short-distance airlines globally, even being adopted by certain companies like British Airways who might have benefited from understanding this approach earlier.

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 Emirates: 1985-present
</h2>

 Three decades back, Emirates was an unfamiliar entity to most, and locating tiny Dubai on a globe was a challenge for many. During this period, British Airways stood at the pinnacle of global aviation, outpacing all competitors in terms of international passenger traffic. The transformation since then has been remarkable. Nowadays,
 The biggest international airline is Emirates.
 by Scheduled Available Seat Kilometers — totaling 344.7 billion in 2023-24 — with its main hub being Dubai International,
 the most active global gateway for air travel worldwide
 , managing 90 million travelers annually.


 Emirates has established itself as a major player under the leadership of two British executives: CEO Sir Tim Clark and Head of Dubai International Paul Griffiths. They have developed a hub-and-spoke system that has redirected the focal point of international air traffic from Europe towards the Middle East. Many travelers from Europe now use Dubai as their connecting point when heading to destinations like Australia, Asia, and Africa. Similarly, Chinese passengers often pass through Dubai on their way to various African countries. The airline handles such significant volumes of Indian passengers traveling through Dubai instead of taking nonstop flights from cities like Delhi or Mumbai that it has earned the nickname "India’s de facto national carrier."

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 Clark has also accomplished the remarkable achievement of making passengers' favorite airplane his own. He has acquired over 120 Airbus A380 superjumbos and transformed them into Emirate’s signature feature by equipping first-class cabins with showers, setting up a spacious bar for business-class travelers, introducing an exceptional premium-economy section at the forward end of the plane, and maintaining a decent standard in the economy class. Travelers greatly appreciate these enhancements. In comparison, Emirates’ closest competitors have fewer than twelve A380s apiece.


 If that wasn't sufficient, Emirates has essentially built the emirate of Dubai almost alone. Many residents in Dubai jokingly say it’s "a city with an airline attached."

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 Qantas: 1922-present
</h2>

 The Flying Kangaroo has overcome what its CEO, Vanessa Hudson, refers to as "the tyranny of distance." The airline was an early adopter of ultralong-haul travel, offering 15-hour journeys from cities like Sydney and Melbourne to destinations such as Los Angeles, Dallas, and Johannesburg—while simultaneously boasting one of the strongest safety records within the aviation sector. Later, it initiated direct flights from Europe to Perth, introducing 17-hour routes connecting major European cities including London, Paris, and Rome with Perth.


 Now it is set to accomplish something that very few aviation experts believed could happen:
 begin 21-hour continuous service from London and New York to Sydney and Melbourne
 Starting in 2026, flight QF2 will depart from London early in the day and land in Sydney during the later part of the afternoon the next day. Meanwhile, QF1 will take off from Sydney in the evening and reach London the subsequent morning.

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 At 10,978 miles, the service's reach surpasses all others.
 currently, the longest flight available
 — The flight operated by Singapore Airlines connecting New York and Singapore covers approximately 9,500 miles in nearly 19 hours.


 
 Among the 34 passengers on board for Qantas' experimental direct flight from London to Sydney in 2019, I was fortunate enough to be present. This historic trip spanned 10 different time zones and crossed through 11 countries. Our route took us initially towards eastern Europe, traversing Russia, Kazakhstan, and China before we turned southeastward over the South China Sea toward Australia’s north coast near Darwin in the Northern Territory. Finally, we made our way down under the vast Australian sky.
 
 Captain Helen Trenerry joyfully declared upon entering what would become the second sunrise during this unprecedented voyage: "Congratulations! You have just joined an elite group known as The Rare and Secret Order of the Double Sunrise." She added with pride, "None others can claim to witness such a spectacle—two sunrises within one flight—and still reach their destination quicker than anyone else."


 In 2026, the inaugural fee-paying travelers will embark on a comparable journey aboard an Airbus A350 equipped with an additional fuel tank and reduced seating capacity to minimize weight. Hudson believes that first-class direct flights to Sydney will become the pinnacle of prestige in aviation — "the modern-day Concorde." Currently, she is determining just how exorbitant she can set the price point for this service. I’d wager around £20,000 for a round-trip ticket.


 
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Last month, J Martin Schröder, who founded Europe’s inaugural budget airline, passed away at the age of 93. Though he may not have been widely recognized in Britain, his impact extended well past hi…

The Top 5 Airlines That Shaped Aviation History

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 Last month, J Martin Schröder, who founded Europe’s inaugural budget airline, passed away at the age of 93. Although he wasn’t widely recognized in Britain, his impact extended well past his home country of the Netherlands. The company named after him, Martinair, took on KLM, the prominent Dutch flag carrier, and set a blueprint for subsequent pioneers in affordable air travel like Michael O'Leary from Ryanair and Stelios Haji-Ioannou from easyJet.


 His
 Telegraph
 obituary
 Recalling Schröder’s brilliant move was realizing how easily he could transform his plane between passenger and cargo services just by installing or removing the seats. He found this transformation only took a few hours; however, some travelers grumbled about catching whiffs of livestock—horses, pigs, or cattle—that the airplane had transported previously during the night.


 Which other airlines could be considered the most influential in history? Here’s what I think:

<h2 class="u-heading-size-large u-heading-style-normal">
 BOAC: 1940-1974
</h2>

 In May 1952, the British Overseas Airways Corporation led the way into the modern jet era and later evolved into "the world's favorite airline" —British Airways.
 BOAC de Havilland Comets
 A four-engine airplane roughly the same size as a Boeing 737 departed from London, making stops in Nairobi before reaching Johannesburg, and also passing through various locations in the Far East en route to Tokyo. Each leg of this journey carried 44 passengers. These flights marked the beginning of regular international commercial jet service.


 Six years afterward, the company succeeding Imperial Airways achieved yet another "first". On October 4, 1958, BOAC’s De Havilland Comet 4 commenced flights from London to New York’sIdlewild Airport, which is now known as JFK. This marked the start of the transatlantic jet era. By the latter part of the 1950s, BOAC was boasting itself as the "worldwide airline," serving destinations across all continents excluding Antarctica.

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 In the 1970s, when the Boeing 747 entered service, yearly passenger counts surged dramatically, enabling BOAC to start making profits. Numerous people consider the BOAC jumbo with its distinctive livery to be the most aesthetically pleasing version of the aircraft.


 In the past, well-traveled routes have remained quite similar to those of today—such as the journey from London to New York, which was initially flown by the 747, along with trips from London to Johannesburg, Tokyo, and the Kangaroo Route to Sydney. This continuity can be traced back to 1955.
 Traveling from London to Sydney lasted for four days.
 Including stops in cities such as Zurich, Beirut, Karachi, Kolkata, Singapore, Jakarta, and Darwin—a stark contrast to current operations—Qantas is set to initiate direct flights from London, which will last approximately 19 hours. During the 1950s and 1960s, passengers favored dishes like Maine lobster, Parma ham cornets, and roasted sirloin of beef, along with beverages including highballs and Campari and soda.


 In 1974, BOAC combined forces with British European Airways to create British Airways. Even now, BA retains BOAC’s call sign for communications with air traffic control: "Speedbird."

<h2 class="u-heading-size-large u-heading-style-normal">
 Pan Am: 1927-1991
</h2>

 While BOAC might have claimed victory in the race to launch the first passenger jet services, it was Pan American Airways – commonly known as Pan Am – that took the lead.
 put the glamour into flying
 , coining the term “the jet set”. For some, the appeal was the trademark blue-and-white globe logo. For others, it was the stewardesses’ electric blue uniforms, with jaunty pillbox hats. Everyone agreed that its first transatlantic route in 1958, linking the city that never sleeps, New York, with the city of love, Paris, was the most romantic of the new jet age. Breakfast at Maxim’s, anyone?


 Pan Am became part of popular culture, featuring in hit movies of the 1960s. In
 Dr. No
 , Sean Connery’s James Bond arrives in Kingston, Jamaica, aboard a Pan Am 707. The 1968 science fiction classic
 2001: A Space Odyssey
 included a futuristic Pan Am Space Clipper heading to a space station orbiting Earth. When the Beatles landed in New York in 1964 for their first US television appearance on
 The Ed Sullivan Show
 , they did not step off a BOAC jet but rather a Pan Am 707 named, appropriately enough, Clipper Defiance.

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 The job of Pan Am flight attendant – or air hostess, as it was then – was highly coveted. “It was one of the best jobs a woman could get,” Christel Vane, a former Pan Am hostess,
 told
 Telegraph Travel
 back in 2013
 . “There was nothing else open for women, unless you wanted to be a secretary.”


 In 1970, Pan Am launched operations with Boeing’s 747, which earned the nickname "the Queen of the Skies." The company effectively served as America's de facto national airline, yet its financial situation started deteriorating following the 1973 oil crisis, during which crude prices surged fourfold, rendering the operation of its 747s economically unviable. Additionally, lacking substantial domestic routes within the U.S., the airline struggled to maintain full flights. By November 1978, it only serviced 65 destinations globally. Despite this decline, Pan Am continued operating until around a decade later when it filed for bankruptcy in 1991.


 Despite its closure, Pan Am continues to be held in such high regard that over twenty years after it ceased operations, it became the focus of a 14-part TV period drama series featuring Margot Robbie as an airline stewardess. The distinctive blue luggage adorned with the white globe emblem seen in the show still commands top dollar at auction sales today.

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 Pacific Southwest Airlines: 1949-1988
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 Even though it may seem otherwise, flying has become more affordable now than ever before due to the emergence of low-cost airlines. Companies such as Ryanair, easyJet, and Wizz Air trace their roots back to Southwest, which is currently the largest budget carrier in America. Interestingly, Southwest itself can attribute its origins to a California-based startup known as Pacific Southwest Airlines (PSA). According to Herb Kelleher, who established Southwest, the success of his company wouldn’t be possible without PSA. But what exactly made PSA significant, and how did it leave an impact?


 On May 6, 1949, it made its maiden flight. The rented Douglas DC-3 plane left San Diego Airport, formerly called Lindbergh Field, with 24 passengers aboard, making stops at Hollywood Burbank Airport before reaching Oakland Airport. The company’s founder, Kenny Friedkin, capitalized on the advantage that being an intra-California air carrier provided him; exempting them from U.S. federal price controls allowed him to reduce ticket costs significantly.


 He provided nothing extra. There wasn’t any special branding for check-ins at airports, and luggage was measured with basic home scales. The service included just one class of travel and utilized only one kind of airplane—an idea later adopted by every contemporary budget airline. PSA became profitable during its inaugural year of business.

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 During the 1950s, Friedkin utilized Douglas DC-4 planes to broaden operations, initiating routes between San Diego and cities like San Francisco, San Jose, and Ontario. In the following decade, the company went public, providing funds necessary for expansion through the acquisition of newer models such as the Boeing 727 and subsequently the Boeing 737 jetliners, adorned with their signature orange, red, and white color scheme. Known for friendly service and competitive pricing often half that of competitors including TWA, PSA branded itself as "the world’s friendliest airline."


 In 1978, the U.S. Airline Deregulation Act removed federal oversight of ticket prices, leading to increased competition and expansion opportunities. Recognizing this potential for growth, PSA extended its routes past California into cities such as Reno, Las Vegas, Salt Lake City, and Cabo San Lucas in Mexico. To prepare for significant expansion, PSA placed an order for specially adapted Lockheed L-1011 wide-body aircraft.


 In 1986, USAir, which would later be renamed US Airways, purchased the airline for $400 million. By 1988, PSA had been absorbed into the bigger company. However, the effective business strategy employed back then has become standard practice nowadays for many short-haul airlines globally, even extending to certain companies like British Airways who might not have followed this path otherwise.

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 Emirates: 1985-present
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 Three decades back, Emirates was an unfamiliar entity for most individuals, and locating Dubai on a map posed challenges for many. During this period, British Airways stood as the global favorite airline, transporting a higher number of international travelers compared to all other airlines. The transformation over time has been remarkable. Nowadays,
 The biggest international airline is Emirates.
 by scheduled available seat kilometers — totaling 344.7 billion in 2023-24 — with its main hub being Dubai International,
 the most heavily used international airport globally
 , managing 90 million passengers annually.


 Emirates has established itself as a major player under the leadership of two British executives—Chief Executive Sir Tim Clark and Head of Dubai International Paul Griffiths—by developing a hub-and-spoke system. This approach has redirected the focus of international air traffic from Europe towards the Middle East. As a result, travelers from Europe use Dubai as their gateway for flights to destinations like Australia, Asia, and Africa. Similarly, Chinese passengers often stop over in Dubai when heading to Africa. Due to the high volume of Indian passengers connecting through Dubai instead of taking non-stop flights from cities such as Delhi or Mumbai, Emirates has earned the moniker "India’s unofficial flag carrier."

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 Clark has also achieved the rare feat of “owning” passengers’ favourite aircraft. He has bought more than 120 Airbus A380 superjumbos and made them Emirates’ calling card by installing showers for first-class passengers, a large bar for business-class fliers, a class-leading premium-economy cabin in the front nose cone, and a not-too-shabby economy. Passengers love the innovations. By contrast, Emirates’ nearest rivals operate no more than a dozen A380s each.


 If all that weren’t enough, Emirates has all but single-handedly created the city state of Dubai. Many locals in Dubai joke that it is “an airline with a city attached”.

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 Qantas: 1922-present
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 The Flying Kangaroo has conquered what Vanessa Hudson, its chief executive, calls “the tyranny of distance”. It pioneered ultra-long-haul services, flying 15-hour routes from Sydney and Melbourne to Los Angeles, Dallas and Johannesburg – while also maintaining one of the best safety records in the industry. It moved on to establish the first non-stop routes from Europe to Perth, with 17-hour flights between London, Paris and Rome and Perth.


 Now it is about to do something few aviation analysts thought possible:
 start 21-hour non-stop services from London and New York to Sydney and Melbourne
 . From 2026, QF2 will leave London before lunch and arrive in Sydney in the late afternoon of the following day. QF1 will leave Sydney in the evening and arrive in London the next morning.

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 At 10,978 miles, the services eclipse
 the longest flight at present
 – Singapore Airlines’ service between New York and Singapore, which travels 9,500 miles in just under 19 hours.


 I was one of 34 passengers on a non-stop London-to-Sydney test run that Qantas flew in 2019, crossing 10 time zones and 11 countries. We headed east over northern Europe, Russia, Kazakhstan and China, and then south across the South China Sea, before making landfall near Darwin in the Northern Territory and crossing Australia. “You are now members of the Rare and Secret Order of the Double Sunrise,” announced Captain Helen Trenerry, as she flew Qantas flight 7879 into the second dawn of our record-breaking journey. “No one else has seen two sunrises in one flight and got to Sydney faster than you.”


 In 2026, the inaugural group of paying travelers will embark on a comparable journey aboard an Airbus A350 equipped with an additional fuel tank and reduced seating capacity to minimize overall weight. According to Hudson, traveling non-stop to Sydney in first class will become the pinnacle of prestige in aviation—akin to "the new Concorde." Currently, she is determining just how exorbitant she can set the ticket price. I would bet on around £20,000 for a round trip.


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