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KLM Firms Up Order for E195-E2 Jets and Adds Six Further Aircraft

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KLM Firms Up Order for E195-E2 Jets and Adds Six Further Aircraft

Amsterdam, Netherlands, November 12, 2019 – Embraer and KLM Cityhopper have signed a firm order for 21 E195-E2 aircraft, plus 14 purchase rights. The 21 firm positions will be acquired via operating lease from Embraer lessor partners Aircastle and ICBC Aviation Leasing. The order was previously announced as a Letter of Intent for 15 firm orders with 20 purchase rights at the Paris Air Show earlier this year. With all purchase rights exercised the deal would have a value of USD 2.48 billion. The aircraft for this order will come from the existing backlogs of lessors Aircastle and ICBC Aviation Leasing; each providing KLM with 11 and 10 E195-E2s, respectively.

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KLM will configure the aircraft with 132 seats. Deliveries will begin in the first quarter of 2021. Embraer is the world’s leading manufacturer of commercial aircraft up to 150 seats with more than 100 customers across the world. For the E-Jets program alone, Embraer has logged more than 1,800 orders and 1,500 aircraft have been delivered. Today, E-Jets are flying in the fleets of 80 customers in 50 countries. The versatile 70 to 150-seat family is flying with low-cost airlines as well as with regional and mainline network carriers.

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These are the four-star low-cost Carriers for 2024

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These are the four-star low-cost Carriers for 2024

In the rapidly evolving world of aviation, staying ahead of the curve and finding the most cost-effective options for air travel is crucial for both travelers and airlines alike. As we approach the year 2024, Apex, a renowned authority in the aviation industry, has released its highly anticipated list of four-star low-cost carriers.

These are the airlines with Four-Star and Five-Star APEX ratings for 2024.(Opens in a new browser tab)

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The APEX Four Star Airline Awards were unique since they were created solely from verified passenger reviews submitted by more than a million fliers using TripIt.

These airlines have achieved a remarkable combination of price and great service, making them the top alternatives for budget-conscious travelers searching for a pleasant and joyful flying experience. In this article, we will look at the four-star low-cost airlines for 2024.

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  • Allegiant
  • Breeze
  • GOL
  • Southwest
  • Spirit
  • Sun Country Airlines
  • WestJet
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These are the airlines with Four-Star and Five-Star APEX ratings for 2024.

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These are the Airlines with Four and Five-Star APEX Ratings for 2024

In the ever-evolving world of aviation, these awards stand as a testament to excellence, innovation, and outstanding service within the airline industry. As travelers around the globe seek ever more personalized and remarkable experiences, these airlines have risen to the occasion, setting new standards for quality, comfort, and customer satisfaction.

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The APEX Five Star and Four Star Airline Awards were unique since they were created solely from verified passenger reviews submitted by more than a million fliers using TripIt.

Global Passenger Choice airline Award Winners 2022 by Apex.(Opens in a new browser tab)

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Here, we’ve highlighted some of the 2024 Apex Four-Star and Five-Star Airlines Awards, recognizing these airline giants and the outstanding traveler experiences they provide. Whether you are a frequent traveler or only sometimes do so, these awards highlight the airlines who have changed the definition of what it means to fly in luxury and grace.

GLOBAL FIVE STAR
  • Aeromexico
  • Air Canada
  • Air France
  • Air New Zealand
  • American Airlines
  • ANA
  • Austrian
  • Cathay Pacific
  • Delta Air Lines
  • EL AL
  • Etihad
  • Eva Air
  • Finnair
  • LATAM Airlines
  • Lufthansa
  • Korean Air
  • SAS
  • Swiss
  • United Airlines
  • Vietnam Airlines
  • Virgin Atlantic
MAJOR AIRLINES FIVE STAR
  • Aer Lingus
  • Air Astana
  • Air Tahiti Nui
  • Alaska Airlines
  • Copa Airlines
  • Fiji Airways
  • Hawaiian Airlines
  • Icelandair
  • Oman Air
  • Royal Brunei Airlines
REGIONAL AIRLINE FIVE STAR*
  • JSX 
GLOBAL AIRLINES FOUR STAR
  • British Airways
  • Ethiopian
  • Polish Airlines
  • Malaysia Airlines
  • Pakistan International Airlines
  • South African Airways
  • Thai Airways International
MAJOR ‎AIRLINES FOUR STAR
  • Aegean Airlines
  • AirEuropa
  • Avianca
  • flydubai
  • Royal Jordanian
  • SriLankan Airlines

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Qantas says cost to fly may rise, Due to Soaring Jet Fuel Prices

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Qantas says cost to fly may rise, Due to Soaring Jet Fuel Prices

Qantas has been absorbing a $200 million increase in fuel costs, the airline warned that if prices continue to rise, the costs may be passed on to customers and it may raise its already high ticket rates.

The airline reported in a market update that fuel costs have gone up 30% since May of this year, including 10% just in the past month. “This is driven by a combination of higher oil prices, higher refiner margins, and a lower Australian dollar,” Qantas stated.

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But Qantas asserted that it will keep an eye on fuel costs in the upcoming months and “look to adjust its settings” if they continue to be this high. Any modifications would aim to strike a balance between the need for reasonably priced travel in a situation where tickets are already high, according to Qantas.

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Qantas and competing airlines use methods of hedging to control erratic pricing changes. An effort to win back consumer support that included an apology from the airline’s new CEO, Vanessa Hudson, and a commitment to rebuild the airline’s reputation after a “humbling period” is in jeopardy as a result of the warning about ticket prices.

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Analyst Owen Birrell with RBC Capital Markets predicted that the firm will likely accept the higher fuel costs “until its target margins come under pressure, and then would seek to claw back those costs through capacity cuts and higher fares.”

Given the increased competition, expanding consumer and corporate cost pressures, and incoming reinvestment in the product/platform, we don’t think a substantial earnings shift is possible going forward.

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