Air France
Air France launches new look inflight magazine
Air France Madame, the sophisticated French/English bilingual luxury magazine for women, has been given an ultra-contemporary makeover, with new editorial content and a new layout.
Air France powers A320’s with latest engine technology
The latest Airbus A321 to be delivered to Air France and which entered into service last weekend on the medium-haul network (Europe and Middle East), is powered by engines benefiting from the Tech 56 technology developed by CFM, like the other 30 aircraft of the A320 family ordered in 2007.
Business Traveller magazine pays tribute to Air France
Air France has received two awards from the Business Traveller specialist magazine (UK and German editions) in recognition of its outstanding quality white wines served in its l’Espace Affaires cabins along with its top-rated menus on flights to the Americas.
Air France unveils new cabin for Airbus A321
On 25 January 2008, passengers travelling on Air France’s latest Airbus A321 will be able to discover the new cabin and colour scheme to feature on the airline’s new Airbus A320 fleet.
Air France increases fuel surcharge
Due to the high level of fuel prices, Air France is increasing its fuel surcharge by 1 euro per segment on domestic flights, by 2 euros per segment on medium-haul flights and by 8 euros per segment on long-haul flights.
Air France-KLM set to acquire VLM Airlines
Panta Holdings B.V., owner of VLM Airlines, has announced it has reached an agreement on terms for the sale of VLM Airlines to Air France-KLM.
Air France KLM plan for Alitalia: Recovery and relaunch
Air France KLM has confirmed its determination to support Alitalia in its recovery and to relaunch it as a strong national flag carrier with world coverage. The enlarged Group will then be able to rely on three strong, complementary brands providing customers with an unparalleled network.
Air France announces new destinations
Air France has signed a code-share agreement with the airlines Alaska Airlines and Horizon Air, offering its customers the opportunity to travel to 18 new destinations in the Western United States and Alaska on board flights operated by these two airlines under the AF code.
Air France launches new transatlantic flight
Further to the announcement on 17 October of the signing of the joint venture agreement with the US carrier Delta, Air France is now pleased to confirm that its new transatlantic flight from London-Heathrow to Los Angeles is on sale today.
Air France invites Alitalia to join SkyTeam
Today Air France-KLM is sending a non-binding letter of interest to Alitalia, which will be submitted to the Italian carrier’s Board of Directors.
Air France to offer gourmet cuisine
From now on, passengers with access to the Air France l’Espace Première lounge at Paris-Charles de Gaulle airport can discover and sample a new range of gourmet dishes created by Jean-François Rouquette, Chef at the Park Hyatt Paris-Vendôme Hotel.
Air France hub in Lyon celebrates 10th Anniversary
Christian Boireau, Air France Executive Vice President French market, Bruno Matheu, Air France Executive Vice President Marketing and Network, and Guy Mathiolon, President of the Aéroport de Lyon Supervisory Board, were present at the tenth anniversary celebration of the Air France hub in Lyon, which began operating on 27 October 1997.
Air France files a suit against Ryanair
Air France has filed a suit against Ryanair for slanderous accusations with the Tribunal de grande instance in Bobigny after Ryanair advertised to the press that it is launching proceedings with the European Commission denouncing the alleged collusion between Air France and two other European airlines.
Air France A380 touches down in Montreal
An Airbus A380 touched down yesterday at Montreal-P.E. Trudeau airport (in Quebec, Canada) for the first time, arriving from Paris-Charles de Gaulle.
Air France increases fuel surcharge
Due to the high level of fuel prices, Air France is increasing its fuel surcharge by 2 euros per segment on short and medium haul flights and by 10 euros per segment on long-haul flights.