Aviation
How Cathay Pacific is rebuilding its global network, according to its top pilot
After years in the air, Cathay Pacific’s flight operations director Chris Kempis knows what modern airlines need from their hands-on pilots – navigating everything from bad weather to unexpected tariffs.
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Can building Africa’s largest airport turn Ethiopia’s fortunes around?
For many Ethiopians, a drive to Bishoftu – a town about an hour outside Addis Ababa – has long been a gentle escape from the capital’s frenetic pace. The climate is cool and the…
Comfort leads the way in Etihad Airways’ new A321LR aircraft
There’s no substitute for first-hand travel experience. From planes to trains and cars, Monocle tests how journeys really feel, assessing performance, comfort and efficiency so you don’t have to.
New York City aims to lead a revival of US airports
New York has long had an ability to turn grit into glamour. But in recent decades, few have bothered to pretend that the city’s two commercial airports – John F Kennedy International and LaGuardia…
Comfort, style and brand: An airline’s uniform is so much more than a consistent look
With its connotations of sameness and monotony, the word “uniform” isn’t often used as a compliment. But pay close attention to tailoring and fit – as well as the needs of the people who…
Dog-first airline Bark Air is propelling the hospitality industry toward pet-friendly travel
From in-cabin comforts to private charter flights, the demand for animal-friendly aviation is growing.
“TikTok is terrible for travel. Advice from a professional is important.”
How Smartflyer is turning travel advice into a $1bn business
Croatia Airlines plans €500m fleet overhaul amid losses
For some airlines, the bottom line isn’t king. Croatia’s state operator is first and foremost a symbol of its international presence.
Air France-KLM CEO Benjamin Smith’s first-class plans to expand the carrier
A candid conversation with Benjamin Smith about fleet growth, global ambitions and why European airlines must compete on a fairer world stage.
With its non-profit model, humanitarian airline Bluelight could be a game changer in crisis relief
A new Swiss airline pitching itself as a go-to carrier for crisis response offers an intriguing twist: it plans to be a non-profit. Geneva-based Bluelight aims to kick off operations next year using a…
