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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.
Chic stops, a dash of high jinks and why I’m in it for the long haul
Let’s start this Sunday with a thank you, merci and arigatō gozaimasu to all those readers who took up the call to subscribe to Monocle over the past few days, the many more who…
Beyond business class
Three Lufthansa alumni have launched Beond, a new Dubai-based airline rethinking high-end travel. With ultra-long haul routes and Ferrari-designed seats, they are already off to a flying start.
The Opener
Monocle has a network of correspondents in cities around the world. Our brief dispatches include good news for pedestrians in Bangkok, a smart hotel in Tokyo and transformed spaces in Los Angeles.
Size matters
The Boeing 747 inaugurated the age of the jumbo jet and democratised air travel. With its production now ended forever, what will take its place?
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.
Head for heights
With new aircraft and a brand refresh waiting in the wings, we speak to Lufthansa CEO Carsten Spohr about what lies ahead for the German flag-carrier.
Expo 54: Boeing
Under the roof of the world's largest building by volume, the longest plane in the world has just rolled off the assembly line. Monocle travelled to Washington to check on its progress.
Business
Why fixing planes is better than flying them, why investors dig the student life and posh pawn gets the pulses racing in the US.
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.
