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30 Ways Flying is Improving

From Android-Powered Airlines to Booze Filled Flights

— January 7, 2014 — Autos
It might be hard to believe that flying is improving with the number of nightmare tales that some travellers have, but these instances are actually becoming a minority in the grand scheme. Airlines -- more than ever before -- are working tirelessly to provide a better experience and try to make up for service discrepancies of the past.

Marketing campaigns that take to the streets to find out what people are looking to have when they're 30,000 feet high and redesigned planes with true comfort in mind are helping to ensure that air travel, whether necessary or for leisure, is as enjoyable as possible. What's more, exceptionally accommodating staff with an in-tune nature are helping to rebel against the bad name they've received in the media in past years.
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In-Air Customs Clearances
In-Air Customs Clearances
On-Board Biometric Immigration Checks Coming to a Major Asian Airport
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29
Booze Filled Flights
Booze Filled Flights
Passengers Get Complimentary Wine on British Airlines
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28
Weather-Sensing Airplanes
Weather-Sensing Airplanes
Southwest Airlines Installs Climate Sensors on Their Planes
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27
Weight-Based Plane Tickets
Weight-Based Plane Tickets
Samo Airlines Offers the World's First Pay-by-weight Flights
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26
Movember-Inspired Flights
Movember-Inspired Flights
Airlines Take Flight with the Cancer Awareness Month in Mind
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25
Free Holiday Flight Campaigns
Free Holiday Flight Campaigns
Jet Blue Offered Free Flights to Get People Home for the Holidays
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24
Fashionable Flight Uniforms
Fashionable Flight Uniforms
Air Canada Rouge Creates an Elegant in-flight Experience for Travelers
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23
Seat Mate-Matching Applications
Seat Mate-Matching Applications
Finnair Airline Passengers can Choose Their Seat Mates
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22
Revamped Stock Image Projects
Revamped Stock Image Projects
The Game of Brands Series Modernizes 'Game of Thrones' Houses
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21
Social Flight Pairings
Social Flight Pairings
The airBaltic Seatbuddy is the World's First Airline Social Seating System
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20
Festive Airline Publicity Stunts
Festive Airline Publicity Stunts
The WestJet Christmas Miracle Answered Passengers' Wishes
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19
Fashionable Airline Events (INTERVIEW)
Fashionable Airline Events (INTERVIEW)
A Sneak Peek at Air Canada Rouge's Crisp Flight Uniforms
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18
Android-Powered Airlines
Android-Powered Airlines
Norwegian Launches an Android-Powered in-Flight Entertainment System
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17
Relaxed Flight Attendant Attire
Relaxed Flight Attendant Attire
The Air Canada Rouge Uniforms Promote a Leisurely Atmosphere
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16
Transforming Airplane Infirmaries
Transforming Airplane Infirmaries
The Aero Care Excellence Can Turn an Aircraft into an Ambulance
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15
Social Media Seat Mate Services
Social Media Seat Mate Services
The KLM Royal Dutch Airlines Lets You Choose Your Flight Partner
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14
Spare Seat-Booking Programs
Spare Seat-Booking Programs
The SpiceJet Empty Seat Option Gives You Dibs on Unbooked Chairs
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13
In-Flight Childcare Services
In-Flight Childcare Services
Etihad Airways Flying Nannies Make It Easier for Parents to Fly
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12
In-Flight Flirting Services
In-Flight Flirting Services
Virgin America Makes Canoodling Easier by Joining the Mile-High Club
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11
Futuristic Travel Airports
Futuristic Travel Airports
Spaceports Bridge the Gap Between Air Travel and Space Training
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10
Sky-High Derriere Delights
Sky-High Derriere Delights
The Japan Airlines Bidet Toilets Keep Passengers' Behinds Squeaky
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9
Affluent Aviator Dining
Affluent Aviator Dining
A380 Airplane Restaurant Lets Diners Eat Lavishly Without Flying
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8
Mile-High Cocktail Lounges
Mile-High Cocktail Lounges
Korean Air Celestial Bars Put Passengers on Cloud Nine
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7
Luxurious Travel Accommodations
Luxurious Travel Accommodations
BMW First Class Creates a Phenomenally Ostentatious Way to Fly
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6
Ultra Light Aircraft Seats
Ultra Light Aircraft Seats
Recaro Revamps Seating for Eco-Friendly Comfort
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5
Fantasy Film Airplane Ads
Fantasy Film Airplane Ads
The Air New Zealand Commercial Pays Tribute to the Upcoming Hobbit Film
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4
Space-Age Airline Pavilions
Space-Age Airline Pavilions
The Midfield Terminal Airport Complex Features a Futuristic Design
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3
V-Shaped Airplane Seats
V-Shaped Airplane Seats
The Lufthansa Business Class Seats are Just like In-Flight Recliners
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2
In-Airport Playgrounds
In-Airport Playgrounds
The Schiphol Departure Lounge 4 Lets Kids Play During Layover
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1
Elevated Airline Food Carts
Elevated Airline Food Carts
The Flying Trolley Frees Up Aisle Space for Better Circulation
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