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Emirates and Gulf Air Launch Codeshare Partnership

Emirates and Gulf Air have now formally agreed to a unilateral codeshare arrangement

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Emirates and Gulf Air have now formally agreed to a unilateral codeshare arrangement that will begin in December*. With the new agreement, Gulf Air customers connecting to Dubai and continuing on to a number of Emirates destinations in Europe, Africa, South America, and the Far East will have easier connections and more options.

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The agreement was signed on the first day of the Bahrain Airshow, signalling a growing relationship between both airlines following on the framework of cooperation established last year.

The expanded partnership will allow Gulf Air to use their marketing code “GF” on Emirates-operated flights outside of Dubai to a number of the most appealing international tourist destinations, providing new travel options for Gulf Air customers. There will be connections available to destinations such as Budapest, Prague, Warsaw, Algeria, Tunis, Bali, Hanoi, HoChi Minh City, Taipei, and Sao Paulo for travellers.

The new codeshare agreement includes a variety of unique points as GCC travellers seek out new, diverse experiences and attractions outside of their typical vacation destinations as they become more informed, value-driven, and savvy.

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Customers will benefit from the convenience of combined ticketing and check-in, a uniform policy and easy baggage transfers, as well as affordable single fares on multi-airline journeys when connecting on Emirates, thanks to the new partnership. Customers can make travel arrangements on the Gulf Air website, at Gulf Air points of sale, through online travel agencies, as well as with local travel agents.

As of right now, Emirates has codeshare cooperation agreements in place with 26 airline partners and two rail companies around the world, extending its network to over 300 cities.

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Air India Rolls Out A350s for Delhi-New York JFK and Newark Routes

In a major development for North American travelers, Air India has announced the deployment of its state-of-the-art Airbus A350-900 aircraft on two key routes: Delhi to New York and Delhi to Newark.

The service on the Delhi-New York route will commence on November 1, 2024, while the Delhi-Newark route will see its inaugural flight on January 2, 2025.

The introduction of the air india a350 will bring significant enhancements to Air India’s offerings, particularly with the launch of its Premium Economy class. air india retrofit This new class will feature 24 wide seats arranged in a 2-4-2 configuration, providing passengers with extra legroom and a more comfortable flying experience.

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“We are encouraged by the positive guest feedback we have received from the domestic deployment of our air india a350 interior to offer our hero product on the Delhi-New York JFK and Delhi-Newark routes. This is a significant leap forward for our U.S. operations that also underscores our commitment to continuous improvement,” said Campbell Wilson, Chief Executive Officer & Managing Director of Air India.

The A350’s Business class will set new standards with 28 private suites, each equipped with full-flat beds, direct aisle access, and personal wardrobes. Economy class will be configured to accommodate 264 passengers in a 3-4-3 layout. Across all cabins, passengers will enjoy the latest Panasonic eX3 in-flight entertainment system, offering over 2,200 hours of content.

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This strategic deployment marks a notable enhancement in Air India’s U.S. operations, with 60% of its flights to the U.S. now featuring new or upgraded cabin interiors. The air india new international routes currently operates 51 weekly flights to five U.S. destinations: New York JFK, Newark, Washington DC, Chicago, and San Francisco.

The revamped cabins, advanced in-flight entertainment systems, and improved service standards represent air india wifi commitment to providing a superior travel experience. “We believe this enhanced offering will solidify Air India’s position as a leading carrier and attract travellers seeking a world-class flying experience between India and the United States,” the airline stated.

Seats on these flights are now available for booking on Air India’s website, mobile app, and through travel agents, ensuring that passengers can easily plan their journeys on these newly upgraded routes.