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On the up: ITA Airways joins the Star Alliance but will growth dilute its Italian identity?
The small Italian airline is readying itself for turbulence in the industry by joining the global aviation network, providing the carrier with more route options and padding against market fluctuations.
Up in the air
As president of Emirates, Tim Clark is at the centre of world aviation. He talks to us about the politics of flying, artificial intelligence and why passports should be a thing of the past.
Cleared for takeoff
While many airlines panicked during the pandemic, others stood firm, respecting passengers and sticking to schedules. We flag up the carriers best placed to ride out the turbulence and thrive in the recovery.
Radical departures: rethinking air travel
The aviation industry is struggling with the pandemic's fallout. It's time to ground its worst impulses and make passengers fall back in love with flying, seizing this moment for change.
Cities
Seoul's mayor adds some soul to his city, the Polish government has new-airport aspirations and Canada's largest ferry operator gets set to revitalise its fleet.
Observation
Tyler Brûlé hopes 2014 heralds a return to the days of connected air travel run by people who respond to their customers’ needs
Into the wild
Serving the No Return Wilderness Area, Salmon Air carries passengers seeking a taste of the outdoors, and the odd llama. The skilled pilots undergo intensive training to deal with the challenging airstrips.
Observation
As we celebrate Monocle’s second anniversary, we have a special birthday wish. We spend a lot of time in the air and reckon it’s time for real change in airline service.
Cabin fever
Singapore Airlines has introduced its new Airbus A380 on the Singapore to London route, upping the ante with new inflight amenities and a best-in-business-class seat for the long-haul schlep.
