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Peter Baumgartner is a key figure at the center of Etihad’s amazing interiors programs. He explains the airline’s massive investment in innovation, why it was appropriate and why it may create a new way of working with airframers

Whether a few essentials in economy, or designer luxury in first class, passengers have growing expectations of amenity kits. We asked a panel of amenity experts what’s hot, what’s not, what’s essential, and what should be left in the stockroom

Peter Knapp, chief creative officer at Landor Associates, explains the thinking behind the new Alitalia livery and branding, and his thoughts on how to create a successful aircraft livery scheme

According to Chinese tradition, wherever the phoenix flies, the residents are blessed with peace and good fortune. Passengers on board Air China’s B747-8is will feel blessed as they
fly in cabins that blend Chinese art, tradition and folklore with an international feel.

As the flying public embraces a wider range of healthy eating choices, competition is increasing for airlines to create more nutritional and ethical onboard options

The ZAL TechCenter in Hamburg will foster common development to ensure high-quality technology and a short time-to-market for cabins and cabin systems. Maryann Simson takes a closer look at the think-tank on the riverbank