High Tech Flight

Which country has taught me most about myself?

Like most, I despise writing and speaking excessively about my own self and life. What value or interest, really, does doing so add to the broader global operation or to any prospective reader? Is there a point trying to be proved or is there something I’m trying to show? Who is it really for? Journal…

Is domestic Business Class ever worth it?

A university professor of mine once said that the answer to every question is, ‘it depends’, a statement that really encompasses whether or not flying business class on a short-haul domestic route is ever really worth it. There’s a lot of talk about the latest long-haul Business products to grace the skies, with enclosed suites…

When does overbooking work? (for dummies)

The short answer is… always. Every possible business outlet practices overbooking in some way or another, and airlines are at the forefront of the game. Seats are perishable commodities, meaning that the moment the aircraft doors close, empty seats are gone and cannot be recovered. The goal then, for most, is to fill to the…

Review | Asiana Airlines 747 Business Class (Sydney – Seoul)

Flight Details: Carrier: Asiana Airlines (OZ) Flight Number: OZ 602 Route: Sydney (SYD) – Seoul Incheon (ICN) Duration: 10h 0m Aircraft: Boeing 747-400 Registration: HL7428 Cabin Class: Business Seat Number: 10B A new review after a million years?! You bet! Even better, there’s plenty more ahead. During southern winter, Asiana Airlines typically operate a (relatively dated) 777-200LR aircraft on the SYD-ICN route. This…

Review | Ahlan Business Class Lounge, Dubai T1

Ahlan operates both a Business and First Class lounge in Dubai, offering contract access to a number of airlines and lounge membership groups. Both have recently been renovated and provide a very sophisticated haven in Concourse D/ Terminal 1. The lounge has previously been known as the “Dubai International Airport Hotel”. Access Business Class passengers…

Review | Virgin Australia Economy X (Sydney – Denpasar)

Flight Details: Carrier: Virgin Australia (VA) Flight Number: VA 35 Route: Sydney (SYD) – Denpasar Bali (DPS) Duration: 5h 45m Aircraft: Boeing 737-800 Registration: VH-YHI Cabin Class: Economy X Seat Number: 5D Economy X is Virgin Australia’s take on the strange middle ground between Economy and Premium Economy. As airlines continue to de-bundle their products and try to price discriminate as much as…

The basics: Changes to Singapore Airlines’ fare types and KrisFlyer privileges

In keeping with ongoing industry trends, SIA has just announced changes to the fare classes it will use, along with new benefits and privileges for KrisFlyer members. Economy Class Economy now uses 3 fare types: Lite, Standard and Flexi The main things to note here is the removal of Super Saver fares, meaning the minimum mileage accrual…

The impact of budget carriers: What is happening to First Class?

Aviation is changing. The industry is moving far, far away from what it once was, and evolving into something completely different. Whilst there are endless developments, most recently, changes to First Class are a sign of the current state of the world, all due to two core issues: increasing costs and Low Cost Carriers (LCC’s)….

Kiwis can’t fly… or can they?

Air New Zealand is famous for its whimsical advertising campaigns and blockbuster-style safety videos. This gives the airline a signature, almost ’boutique’ feel, compared to major carriers, pushing it very high in global airline rankings. One recent campaign focuses on the “Better Way to Fly” slogan, by following a journey of a native New Zealand…

Review | Oman Air Economy Class (Khasab – Muscat)

Flight Details: Carrier: Oman Air (WY) Flight Number: WY 932 Route: Khasab (KHS) – Muscat (MCT) Duration: 0h 45m Aircraft: Embraer E-175 Registration: A4O-EA Cabin Class: Economy Class Seat Number: 9B Khasab is an interesting part of the Sultanate of Oman, as it’s located within the Musandam Governorate, and separated from the rest of Oman by the UAE. This is an incredible spot,…

Finally: Book Star Alliance redemption flights through the Singapore Airlines website (but there’s a catch)

Historically, using KrisFlyer miles to purchase or upgrade Star Alliance flights has been tricky. Searching for space had to be done through other engines, such as United Airlines, whilst booking would have to be completed over the phone. In an email sent out to KrisFlyer members, the airline announced that come December 7, Star Alliance…

The new Singapore Airlines products take innovation to a new level

The spirit of innovation indeed lives on at SIA. Following the global launch of their spectacular new A380 products, SIA have showcased an array of frills that are sure to disrupt the industry. Aside from the beautiful new cabin fitout, a range of brand new technologies have been introduced to heighten personalisation and innovation. “myKrisWorld”…