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🔴 Consumers can relish Ryanair’s promise of an airline price war - Financial Times 🔴 The recent announcement by Ryanair regarding their commitment to waging an airline price war is poised to benefit consumers with competitive fares. According to the Financial Times, this move and its potential impact on the aviation industry have garnered significant attention. As travelers seek cost-effective options for their air travel, Ryanair’s promise of a price war denotes a positive shift in the market. This heralds a potential boon for consumers, with the prospect of increased affordability and greater choices. It is indeed an interesting development that could significantly influence the dynamics of airfare pricing and the overall consumer experience. Stay tuned for more updates as we witness how this unfolds. #Ryanair #AirlinePriceWar #ConsumerBenefits https://ift.tt/gi7yKs0

I am quite torn about this. Great on both sides, but perhaps I am just stumped at the questions I keep getting back to. So I think from a consumer perspective this is great news, as it is from the perspective of Wizz Air too. What I find myself asking though is what does it mean for the planet? I know Wizz Air have a #SAF programme, which is certainly worth acknowledging, but it’s more about the holistic impact to the planet: Will passenger miles increase? The airline certainly believes so. Will the additional revenue lead to further SAF agreements? I hope so. Will each flight be flying at capacity or will this represent wasted air travel due to the annual pass? I hope for the former! A different perspective on a similar ticket didn’t work out so well for American Airlines when Steve Rothstein booked an AAirpass (a lifetime and unlimited airline ticket) which was amazingly honoured by American #Airlines. Steve went on to take 10,000 flights on American Airlines, costing them a predicted $1m/year whilst he racked up 2million #airmiles a year over 3 decades. The consequence? An airline out of pocket, a passenger living an extreme lifestyle of air miles, and the planet bearing the ultimate price of this excess. So I truly hope the Wizz Air offer (which has alarming already sold out!!) is more sustainable on all fronts! Thoughts? Great thing or environmental flop? #sustainableaviation #sustainableaviationfuel #avgeek

With all the challenges that airlines face 24/7, I'm amazed at how well the airlines actually hold up. Vox has a great article on how you can navigate your airline experiences here: https://lnkd.in/gQv3-Mmi If you are flying to a business meeting, it's positive to have a backup plan that includes a virtual meeting from an airport or hotel room before traveling in case you run into surprises. #businessdevelopment #airlines #businesstravel #virtualmeeting

Hello LinkedIn community, Have you heard about the new 'all you can fly' subscription from Wizz Air? The budget airline is making waves with this offer, but is it too good to be true? Check out the BBC article for an in-depth look at this innovative approach to air travel. Let's discuss if this could be a game-changer for frequent flyers and the aviation industry. #WizzAir #AllYouCanFly #AviationInnovation Read more: [insert link to the BBC article] Let's hear your thoughts! https://ift.tt/47Awrof

New Gait Post! 'Expecting to Fly' 🛫 Ready to uncover the wild world of airline customer service disasters? ✈️ From Ryanair's apathy to Wizz Air's hidden fees, our latest blog post dives into the Daily Mail's eye-opening exposé. Read more: https://lnkd.in/e2Z32PwB #AirlineDrama #CustomerExperience #TravelTales #MustRead #GaitPost

What is Virtual Interlining? In this post we explore the shift in airline inventory from traditional code-sharing and network agreements to Virtual Interlining - a transformation that is reshaping the boundaries of the airline industry. Read now >> https://hubs.li/Q02s59wc0 #Travel #Airlines #TransformativeTech

The anecdote of being stuck in a middle seat with no legroom serves as a reminder that every negative experience is an opportunity to learn and improve. While these lessons are sometimes painful, they are essential for the growth of the CX industry. By applying these principles, companies can turn setbacks into successes, ultimately enhancing the customer journey

Happy Monday! Today’s news on #WhatsEmerging Airlines as a subscription service? ✈️💁♀️🧳 European budget airline Wizz Air is making waves with its "All You Can Fly" subscription service. The program offers unlimited access to the airline’s extensive network of 950 routes for an annual fee. Wizz Air is not the first airline to role out a subscription model but for now has the most expansive flight offers across Europe North Africa, the Middle East, and Asia. Thoughts? Are airline subscriptions a smart business model idea? Would it be sustainable environmentally and operationally? https://lnkd.in/dFYwYvmE

✈️ Ever wondered what airline codesharing is? 🤔 If you've booked a flight and ended up flying with a different airline, you've experienced codesharing in action! It’s a partnership between airlines where one airline sells tickets for a flight operated by another. What it means for you: - More destinations with your favourite airline 🌍 - Easier connections 🛬 - More frequent flyer points to collect! 💼 Learn more about codesharing and how it benefits your trips! #TravelSavvy #Codesharing #FlyBetter #BusinessTravellers #Flights Read more here: https://buff.ly/3zYrrW5

Middle seats on planes have a terrible rep, even more so in a post-pandemic world in which  passengers are still wary of close interactions. Aviation industry expert Alexandra Vukolova is usually willing to pay more to avoid a middle seat. Not on short-haul trips though, she writes. During a recent flight in a middle seat, she discovered its hidden benefit: "99% of the time I pay for seats. I don’t mind paying a reasonable ancillary fee for assuring my own comfort. Win win. "But that 1% when the airline wants me to pay €40 for an hour flight (during the check-in) just not to sit in the middle I refuse to support that ancillary strategy ... The unwritten rule goes that a passenger sitting in the middle can have both armrests." Are you OK with paying seat selection fees when flying? How about other additional charges for extra comfort? Share your thoughts in the comments.