Europe

New emissions guide pits airlines against each other

People who are concerned about climate change can now scrutinise the environmental credentials of different airlines prior to booking their flight.

Baggage handlers urge passengers to pack lighter

Two airline unions have launched an unusual campaign urging the flying public to pack lighter or risk causing muscular skeletal injuries to baggage handlers.

Heathrow Express offers check-in at Paddington

Anyone travelling on the Heathrow Express from Paddington in central London can now check into their flight at the train station.

Never miss an aisle seat with new email service

Regular jetsetters will know first-hand how difficult booking your preferred seat can be, but a handy new email service could be about to change all that.

Ireland looks to new no-frills transatlantic airline

Conditions are ideal for the launch of a brand new transatlantic airline that operates cheap flights between Ireland and the USA, a newly published report claims.

EasyJet unveils improved online check-in service

Luton-based no-frills airline easyJet will now allow customers to check in online for free, even if they are carrying luggage destined for the cargo hold.

Latest air travel stats point to gradual recovery

The latest statistics released by the International Air Transport Association (IATA) suggest that global demand for air travel is slowly beginning to increase.