The first of the A350-900 aircraft destined for Air India should be coming in by November 2023. Here are some details of what we know so far.
Air India prepares to induct the first A350-900 by November 2023
International
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Random Testing for International Arrivals at Indian airports Repealed for good
India is going to repeal random Covid-19 testing, which was instituted in December 2022. 2% of all foreign arrivals were subjected to testing, which will now no longer be required.
British Airways to ditch distance-based formula to award Avios on the basis of money spent
British Airways Executive Club will move to a revenue-based formula for rewarding customer loyalty effective October 2023. Here are the details.
MGM lets go Hyatt partnership, will join Marriott for a wider partnership
Marriott and MGM Resorts has signed up a new partnership which will be implemented in Q4 2023, and will allow Marriott Bonvoy members to get benefits at MGM Casinos and other properties.
30% Discount for Singapore Airlines KrisFlyer Spontaneous Escapes July 2023
Singapore Airlines is offering a great opportunity to redeem some sectors on their global network at a discounted price of 30% when you book with Krisflyer miles. Hurry because these won’t last long. Book now.
The Millionth Mile Journey: A Trip Report
I recently flew a pretty long trip around the world, with stops all over the US. Here is a trip report for the trip.
United Airlines drops Bengaluru flight ambitions, goes double daily to Delhi
United has slotted a new flight between Newark and New Delhi, making it the second daily flight on offer from the carrier on the route. Also, the Bengaluru flight plans are knocked off for now. Here are the details
4 great miles and points buying opportunities available in July 2023
As travel opens up and Covid-19 subsides, here are some amazing opportunities for you to buy miles and points and plan your next vacation at literally 40-50% of the usual prices!
Priority Pass accepted at Plaza Premium Lounges again
Plaza Premium Lounges and the Collinson Group, which offer the Priority Pass and Lounge Key products, have joined hands again. As a part of them getting together, 63 lounges have been started to be offered to Priority Pass members again during Summers 2023.
Airbus inaugurates A320family assembly line in Toulouse
Airbus has placed another new Final Assembly Line for its best-seller, the A320 Family of aircraft. Here are the details!
Government of India postpones implementation of 20% Withholding Taxes to October 2023
The Government of India has decided that Credit Cards spending, when abroad, will not count against the LRS limits, and hence no tax will be levied on it. However, when you spend in International Currency while being in India, there will be implications. Details inside.
