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A new report has found that the ancillary revenues generated by airlines are exceeding overall airline revenues. The figures from 58 airlines show that total ancillary revenues increased 13.4% in 2025, compared with a 7.2% increase in total revenues
JetBlue has revealed details of BlueFirst, its new domestic first-class experience due to launch this autumn/fall. BlueFirst offers extra space and comfort, and brings in luxury food and beverage offerings, customisable through the seatback display
BlueFirst is JetBlue’s fresh take on domestic first class, which will be available on select non-Mint flights. Key perks include more comfort, more room to stretch out, the latest IFE displays, and a great seatback ordering system
While American Airlines is ending its Flagship First class, it is also making more premium seats available. The airline’s retrofitted Boeing 777-300ERs feature more business and premium economy seats than on any aircraft operated by a US carrier
Emirates is launching a new premium-economy seat that features a full-height, electrically powered adjustable privacy screen
EVA Air has again partnered with Hunter and Formia to create a new premium economy amenity kit. The crossbody bags come in two cheerful colour options, designed for use during the journey and after landing
Air Canada has introduced a new policy intended to make air travel simpler and less stressful for customers who travel with mobility aids, by providing a more consistent approach to how devices are handled and supported during travel
The Airline Passenger Experience Association (APEX) has joined forces with the Crystal Cabin Award to create a new prize in recognition of concepts and solutions that connect the aircraft cabin with the wider end-to-end passenger journey
Qantas has revealed the next generation of business-class experiences for its new Airbus A321XLR and Boeing 787-9 aircraft. These seats are important for the airline as it is experiencing high levels of demand and high levels of revenue for its premium travel classes