[Simple Flying]: Alaska Airlines is leveling up in-flight dining once again. Starting this spring, first-class travelers flying from San Francisco International Airport (SFO) to major East Coast cities will enjoy a refreshed menu created by Michelin-starred chef Brandon Jew. At the same time, the main cabin travelers can look forward to a bold new plant-based bowl developed […]
[PAX International]: Emirates will mark Easter and Orthodox Easter from April 18 to 21 by serving traditional lamb and an array of chocolate desserts in the lounges, hot cross buns and Easter bread onboard, sweet surprises for kids and family-friendly movies on ice. Passengers flying in every class to Auckland, Australia, Brazil, Canada, Europe, Ghana, Hong […]
The airline industry is keenly aware of its need to reduce its environmental impact, and one immediately visible area for improvement is the use of single-use plastic products (SUPP), especially during in-flight service. As sustainability continues to become a defining feature of modern air travel, airlines worldwide are transitioning from SUPP to more environmentally responsible […]
[Simple Flying]: Qatar Airways and Virgin Australia have launched a new initiative called ‘Dine on Us,’ aimed at rewarding their frequent flyer members with complimentary dining. Starting June 12, Qatar Airways Privilege Club and Virgin Australia’s Velocity Frequent Flyer members flying to and from Australia through Doha will receive a $20 dining voucher, which can be used at […]
10 April 2025 The tariff situation in the U.S. continues to be unpredictable as yesterday, President Trump announced that he was enacting a 90-day pause for the reciprocal tariffs which went into effect yesterday, as noted in a post on Truth Social (copied below). “Based on the lack of respect that China has shown to […]
An exciting collaboration facilitated by FORMIA will see first- and business-class passengers traveling with Saudia, the flag carrier of Saudi Arabia, treated to amenity kits designed by renowned luxury lifestyle brand Elie Saab, marking the first time the designer has taken to the skies. “This collaboration with Elie Saab is a defining moment in Saudia’s […]
20 March 2025 On March 20, the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) announced a 30-month extension of the compliance date for the Food Traceability Rule, which was originally intended to go into effect in January 2026. As noted on the FDA website, the Agency will publish a proposed rule regarding the extension in the Federal Register at […]
Airlines love an April Fool’s Day joke just as much as the rest of us. Their best pranks are well documented – WestJet even has a YouTube playlist showcasing all its practical jokes from years gone by. But instead of celebrating fake news, on this April 1, IFSA is taking a look at some “stranger […]
Airlines collaborating with big brands is nothing new. From amenity kits stocked with trending skincare products and serviceware featuring iconic prints to bedding created by sleep experts, carriers have long been leveraging household names to add a bit of wow-factor to the passenger experience. Brand partnerships are also the lynchpin of premium food and beverage […]
4 March 2025 The U.S. trade policy agenda, including imposition of tariffs, continues to be a very fluid situation. Starting March 4, the U.S. has imposed a 25% tariff on most imported goods from Canada and Mexico and increased the measure on Chinese imports from 10% to 20%. As noted in a statement from the […]