Aviation

Global Airlines Unveils A380 Cabin Interiors and Crew Uniforms

The appointment of Factorydesign to spearhead the design of the airline’s onboard product expands Global Airlines‘ network of knowledgeable aviation partners.

Given an aircraft-wide brief to reimagine the golden age of travel on the A380, the multi-award winning agency, based in West London but active throughout the world, has been working with the new airline since the beginning of the year.

Additionally, Global has given Factory the task of identifying ways to make the long-haul onboard experience for passengers even better. These innovations and improvements should help the airline differentiate itself from competitors by offering superior levels of comfort and service in every cabin.

A variety of deep reds have been used by Factory, by the airline’s brand guidelines, to create an elegant and lively onboard atmosphere, as seen in the photos of the First Suites entrance and the new main deck entrance.

An impression of the new entrance to the main deck.

Global and Factory will shortly commission a concept First Suite which will be exhibited through the course of 2024.

James Asquith, the CEO of @globalairlines, recently took to Twitter to share an exciting update on the ongoing evolution of Cabin Crew uniforms. While emphasizing that these showcased designs are not the final versions, he expressed enthusiasm as the designs are progressing closer to completion. As the question of when Global will be hiring cabin crew arises frequently, James felt it was the opportune moment to unveil these updates, especially after the successful maiden flight of their first aircraft.

He conveyed the company’s eagerness to onboard exceptional cabin crew members who will contribute to fostering a familial atmosphere at Global. The aim is to cultivate an environment where individuals not only love their profession but also feel valued and connected. James hinted at upcoming opportunities for those passionate about flying, promising enticing layovers and competitive pay.

Among the showcased designs, one featured a red blazer paired with a skirt, while the other depicted a striking red fitted dress. Both ensembles were complemented with colored scarves, black gloves, and elegant black high-heeled shoes.

Aviation

Lost Tool Found in Qantas A380 After 34 Flights

An Australian Transportation Safety Bureau (ATSB) investigation recently revealed that a Qantas A380 operated 34 flights with a 1.25-meter nylon tool lodged in one of its engines.

This turning tool, used during borescope inspections to rotate the intermediate-pressure compressor, was left behind during scheduled maintenance at Los Angeles on December 6, 2023. It remained inside the engine until it was discovered by maintenance staff during a subsequent check at Los Angeles on January 1, 2024.

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The ATSB report highlights two critical lapses. First, maintenance engineers failed to notice the tool during final checks for foreign objects after the borescope inspection. Second, the lost tool procedure was not activated when the tool was identified as missing.

The certifying engineer ultimately cleared the aircraft for service without accounting for the misplaced tool. During the time qantas films the tool was inside, the A380 completed 34 flight cycles, accumulating nearly 294 hours without any noticeable effect on engine performance.

Although the tool was deformed by high-energy airflow within the engine, there was no reported damage to the engine itself. ATSB Chief Commissioner Angus Mitchell commented.

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“This incident underscores the importance of following established maintenance protocols. Engineers missed the tool during foreign object checks, and the required lost tool procedure wasn’t started after realizing the tool was missing.”

Following the investigation, the airline issued a safety directive, urging all engineering and tool storage teams to adhere strictly to these protocols to prevent similar incidents in the future.

A qantas spokesperson stated, “While the tool didn’t impact engine performance, we take this incident very seriously. It is critical to follow the correct lost tool procedures.”