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Virgin Atlantic will phase out in-flight bars. Here’s why

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The Independent UK

Virgin Atlantic scraps popular feature because ‘the world has moved on’

New ‘Retreat Suites’ will replace the bars, which are well-known for creating a social party atmosphere on the planes

The Independent UK

Virgin Atlantic announces Starlink deal to provide flyers with ultra-fast Wi-Fi

Virgin Atlantic becomes the first UK airline to offer streaming-quality Wi-Fi to passengers in a new deal with Elon Musk’s Starlink.

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Virgin Atlantic: 5-year plan includes Starlink wifi and more posh seats, but not a return to Gatwick

Plane Talk: When Richard Branson founded his airline, only 5% of seats were better than economy – on some planes soon it will be 45%

The Independent UK

OPINION - Richard Branson: London is the world's most exciting city and this is why I'll always invest here

Every time I visit London, I’m captivated by the energy of this incredible city. It still gives me the same sense of excitement and opportunity I felt back in 1971 — standing on Oxford Street at the opening of the first Virgin record shop.

Evening Standard

I Dressed Like Princess Diana For a Week—and Something Unexpected Happened

Call it the Diana Effect.

Marie Claire

Is your journey really medically advisable? My plan to cut the number of flight diversions

The Man Who Pays His Way: Flying while unwell can prove distressing for more than just the sick passenger

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Virgin Atlantic Heathrow flight forced to divert to Canada after emergency declared on board

Flight VS118 declared an emergency on board while cruising at 38,000 feet over the North Atlantic

Evening Standard

Richard Branson: 'Why I won't leave my billions to my children'

The entrepreneur tells Michael Odell about inheritance, his new London hotel, dancing on the tables at 74 and why he has stopped afternoon drinking

Evening Standard

What is Global Airlines? All you need to know about new transatlantic airline before maiden flight to New York

The founder says he is ‘constantly bewildered and disappointed by the poor experiences he has encountered aboard hundreds of commercial flights’

The Independent UK

Firms still greenwashing in adverts after being censured, UK investigation finds

Exclusive: Virgin Atlantic and Renault among companies that continued to publish misleading environmental claims

The Guardian - UK

The little-known Middle Eastern city break with direct flights from London

Although not an obvious choice for a city break, Saudi Arabia’s capital Riyadh is attracting visitors with new direct flights from London

The Independent UK

‘Oh, you’re a woman!’ Why are more than 90% of pilots still men – and can anything narrow the gender gap?

Get on a plane on either side of the Atlantic and you’re vastly more likely to find a man at the controls. Is it because of prejudice, the problems the job poses for family life – or something else?

The Guardian - UK

Richard Branson accuses Trump of ‘doing so much damage’ to the world

Virgin Atlantic founder says ‘erratic’ decisions from US president have been ‘awful for everyone’

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The Independent UK

The airlines with the best and worst in-flight food and drink revealed - with Emirates and Ryanair on the list

From the king of the cabin kitchen to the carriers making a meal of things

MarketBeat

Joby Aviation: Operational Momentum vs. Market Sentiment

Joby Aviation surpasses key flight milestones and gains regional support, advancing toward commercialization despite recent stock volatility and insider sales.

Fortune

Richard Branson challenges Virgin Atlantic bosses to Perudo on Necker Island retreats

Branson usually wins the game known as Perudo, according to Virgin Atlantic CEO Shai Weiss.

The Independent UK

‘Airport Theory’ is a ridiculous conceit. Here’s mine, though

The Man Who Pays His Way: Do you agree that ‘early is on-time and on-time is late’?

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The Ecosystem Edge: Joby's Competitive Advantage

Joby Aviation's holistic ecosystem strategy of integrating manufacturing operations and partnerships builds a unique competitive advantage for UAM leadership.

Evening Standard

Passengers on Heathrow flight 'abandoned' at remote airfield due to visa issue after emergency landing

The Virgin Atlantic service was diverted to a remote military base in Turkey, allegedly leaving passengers including pregnant women ‘with no food’

The Independent UK

Passengers on Virgin Atlantic flight stranded in Turkey for 40 hours finally reach India

Passengers decry ‘inhumane’ and ‘awful’ situation at remote military airport

Fortune

Donald Trump's plan to weaken the dollar could make it too pricey for Americans to travel

Virgin Atlantic, which made $1.3 billion from the U.S. last year, is seeing a decline in demand from Americans.

The Guardian - UK

BA owner’s shares fall as Virgin Atlantic warns of slowdown in US demand

Sir Richard Branson’s airline returns to profitability but says consumer uncertainty is hitting bookings

The Independent UK

Virgin Atlantic returns to profitability

The airline company reported a profit before tax and exceptional items of £20 million last year.

The Independent UK

Grounded: The questions Heathrow must answer over fire shutdown

Given the immense harm caused, Heathrow still has some key things to answer, writes travel correspondent Simon Calder

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