New kid on the bloc
A global downturn means many companies are trimming costs including executive jet travel. Yet prospects for ABS Jets continue to rise above most economic woes
Very light jets
Opportunity or headache? With the arrival of low-cost private jets the landscape of business aviation is set to change
Rising in the east
Eastern Europe is an emerging hot-bed of activity on the corporate aircraft front. Already charter companies are positioning themselves for the expected growth-spurt in demand and ABS Jets is a case in point
Fewer night flights will boost climate
Cutting the number of flights that take off at night could help to reduce the contribution of aviation to global warming, say researchers
One in ten opting for carbon scheme
One in ten of lastminute.com's customers have chosen to offset their flights since the launch of its 'Carbonwise' initiative back in November 2006, representing over 2000 tonnes of carbon dioxide
Maiden flight for new British airline
The recent highly anticipated maiden flight for Silverjet, the first British exclusively business class airline, marked a revolution for transatlantic travel by offering customers a private jet experience from its own exclusive terminal at London Luton Airport to New York Newark Airport from £999 return
Brussels airport re-brand takes off
Brussels Airport has announced the launch of its new website. Completely in line with the new corporate identity that has recently been introduced, the new website is a sophisticated combination of efficiency and relevant information in an attractive interface
The secret to bagging a quick delivery
Fed up with watching luggage carousels? Tired of endlessly changing and stricter luggage restrictions? Exhausted by dragging your suitcase to the check-in desk?
Bermuda crowd get new jet service
FlyFirstClass – the US corporation planning to operate Transatlantic services from the UK later this year – has announced the establishment of a new Private Jet Service with aircraft positioned in Bermuda and on the eastern seaboard of the USA
Long stay or short stay?
Holidaymakers perplexed by the multitude of rates and suppliers of airport parking can turn to a new simple service
Heathrow 'well-being project ready for lift-off
Heathrow Airport and Rejuve have opened the first airport Wellbeing Club. Situated in the Heathrow international departure lounge Terminal 1 and available to all international travellers, the aim is to boost members' sense of wellbeing and re-energise with exercise, nutrition, grooming and massage
Qatar gets dedicated first class terminal
Qatar Airways has revealed that it plans to open the world's only dedicated first and business class terminal at Doha International Airport (serving the capital city of Qatar on the Persian Gulf) in summer 2006
James Bond attracts Virgin
Sir Richard Branson, Virgin Atlantic check-in staff and one of the airline's Airbus A340-600s are to appear in the new James Bond movie, Casino Royale, scheduled for release in November this year
Top flight performance from BA
New research out from Barclaycard Business reveals that British Airways remains the favoured airline for business travellers for the fifth year running
Tackling the airport parking nightmare
Holidaymakers perplexed by the multitude of rates and suppliers of airport parking can turn to a new simple service
Fewer night flights will boost climate
Cutting the number of flights that take off at night could help to reduce the contribution of aviation to global warming, say researchers
The hidden costs of flying
From seats and baggage to food and entertainment, airlines are charging for more 'extras' than ever before. Find out how to beat the system with Cheapflights.co.uk
In-flight yoga
Putting on flight socks to protect against deep vein thrombosis is one thing, but what you really need to do on a long flight is stretch and exercise
Long-haul not to blame for DVT
Those of you who spent the entirety of your last flight rhythmically clenching your buttocks and pacing up and down the aisle at regular intervals may have cause to relax slightly, as new Research led by Universities of Leicester and Aberdeen has found no link between low pressure on long-haul air flights and Deep Vein Thrombosis (DVT)
Come fly with me
Jostling for elbow space on the armrest or having your flight spoiled by a snoring neighbour - both of these are slightly unpleasant situations with which frequent flyers will be familiar
Innocents abroad?
Business travellers' reputation for being tough and hard-bitten took a knock recently, with a survey showing some of them even travelled with cuddly toys. Now, a new report questions their preparedness for overseas jaunts
Elite chefs create dishes for Emirates
Customers travelling with Emirates in First and Business Class are now able to enjoy in-flight meals created exclusively for the airline by elite chefs from Jumeirah hotels
