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by lumumba
06 Apr 2024, 17:21
Forum: Latest aviation news
Topic: Brussels Airlines' fleet renewal
Replies: 4801
Views: 2338929

Re: Brussels Airlines' fleet renewal

BRU shouldn't go after the likes of AMS, CDG, FRA,... I flew twice from AMS and it was horendous. Overcrowded, long walks, passing security took forever... BRU should focus on an top notch customer experience and thus also be selective at what airlines fly from the airport at busy hours. It’s true ...
by lumumba
06 Apr 2024, 12:34
Forum: Latest aviation news
Topic: Brussels Airlines' fleet renewal
Replies: 4801
Views: 2338929

Re: Brussels Airlines' fleet renewal

On the other hand the big Hubs have euch 2 flights daily operated by LH and United so total time may be less than a connection to BRU which has to earn it's money from P2P Pax. Last but not least the yield is important as well. As usual, answers are not simple. Sn needs to earn more per Pax on it's...
by lumumba
06 Apr 2024, 10:44
Forum: Latest aviation news
Topic: Brussels Airlines' fleet renewal
Replies: 4801
Views: 2338929

Re: Brussels Airlines' fleet renewal

BRU can be expanded as Hub for African niche routes - this happens with integration of the offers into the joint ventures. But BRU won't become a European Hub- simply because MUC is more central, built by purpose for that and LH owns 50% of the terminal it operates thus earning a share of profits o...
by lumumba
06 Apr 2024, 10:31
Forum: Latest aviation news
Topic: Brussels Airlines' fleet renewal
Replies: 4801
Views: 2338929

Re: Brussels Airlines' fleet renewal

You can compare apples to apples - CDG and AMS to FRA+MUC+ZRH. The markets BRU serves are not core for LH. So BRU would get some additional connectivity to fill capacity, not more, not less. You're overestimating your brand and it's role, hence the frustration vs your dreams. See the facts - althou...
by lumumba
30 Mar 2024, 13:30
Forum: Latest aviation news
Topic: Brussels Airport (BRU) infrastructure: future
Replies: 1992
Views: 1003540

Re: Brussels Airport (BRU) infrastructure: future

fcw wrote: 30 Mar 2024, 13:06
lumumba wrote: 30 Mar 2024, 00:08 … make them land and take off the same way
Yep, let’s reinvent the laws of physics and the problem will be solved indeed!
It happens sometimes in BRU,sure if it's not possible you have to use another runway it's it just an idée already used at other airports.
by lumumba
30 Mar 2024, 00:26
Forum: Latest aviation news
Topic: Brussels Airlines' fleet renewal
Replies: 4801
Views: 2338929

Re: Brussels Airlines' fleet renewal

LOT wanted more consideration but they never threatened to leave Star Alliance and it was...10 years ago. No update since (https://centreforaviation.com/analysis/reports/lot-polish-airlines-seeks-star-alliance-flexibility-as-it-grows-long-haul-to-bangkok-seoul--tokyo-231439). Threating to leave an ...
by lumumba
30 Mar 2024, 00:24
Forum: Latest aviation news
Topic: Brussels Airlines' fleet renewal
Replies: 4801
Views: 2338929

Re: Brussels Airlines' fleet renewal

I wonder why SN is not getting Embraer 170 or A220-100 present within the Group to serve thinner routes and to increase feeder service ? Again, you have to see the big picture as the brand is not independent. The strategy within the group is to simply operations and thus increase their efficiency -...
by lumumba
30 Mar 2024, 00:08
Forum: Latest aviation news
Topic: Brussels Airport (BRU) infrastructure: future
Replies: 1992
Views: 1003540

Re: Brussels Airport (BRU) infrastructure: future

Also BRU gave a first reaction after analyzing the new permit. The airport is afraid, with those severe restrictions, which were also named by Voka, that the airport cannot grow after 2032. Those restrictions are not in line with the European guidelines. BRU can go in appeal just like AMS is/was do...
by lumumba
29 Mar 2024, 20:37
Forum: Latest aviation news
Topic: Brussels Airport (BRU) infrastructure: future
Replies: 1992
Views: 1003540

Re: Brussels Airport (BRU) infrastructure: future

Also BRU gave a first reaction after analyzing the new permit. The airport is afraid, with those severe restrictions, which were also named by Voka, that the airport cannot grow after 2032. Those restrictions are not in line with the European guidelines. BRU can go in appeal just like AMS is/was do...
by lumumba
26 Mar 2024, 00:20
Forum: Latest aviation news
Topic: Brussels Airlines in 2024
Replies: 376
Views: 107949

Re: Brussels Airlines in 2024

I prefer to fly long haul on a A321 or 757 than a wide body last flight I did was Porto NY (Y) with a 757 its very confortable.
by lumumba
25 Mar 2024, 14:09
Forum: Latest aviation news
Topic: BRU Winter 2024-2025: News, new routes, airlines
Replies: 75
Views: 26089

Re: BRU Winter 2024 - 2025: news, new routes, airlines

Hi, there is already an existing topic BRU Winter 2024-2025. Maybe you can move it there to avoid double topics And regarding Thai it was already mentioned in that topic on the 4th February Saw it too late, I'll have to wait for a moderator. And yeah, it was never confirmed. Officially not, but we ...
by lumumba
25 Mar 2024, 13:29
Forum: Latest aviation news
Topic: BRU Winter 2024-2025: News, new routes, airlines
Replies: 75
Views: 26089

Re: BRU Winter 2024 - 2025: news, new routes, airlines

Great news : Thai will return at the end of the year. CEO : "Europe is the most important market for us. We fly to eight destinations in total. Milan and Oslo will be added in the middle of the current year, and Brussels at the end of the year." Source : AeroTelegraph Hi, there is already...
by lumumba
25 Mar 2024, 07:50
Forum: Latest aviation news
Topic: Brussels Airlines in 2024
Replies: 376
Views: 107949

Re: Brussels Airlines in 2024

And another comment/question. Is it not a pitty that the Big Boss apparently discards the A321LR ? As Boston is really a short intercontinental flight, wouldn't this aircraft not be totally appropriate ? Same for a double daily flight to Dakar (trafic rights permitting) ? Just asking... I'm agree w...
by lumumba
24 Mar 2024, 19:19
Forum: Latest aviation news
Topic: Brussels Airlines in 2024
Replies: 376
Views: 107949

Re: Brussels Airlines in 2024

brabel wrote: 24 Mar 2024, 18:45 Happy to hear that.
Hopefully now they can have a good year so that next year they can grow more, preferably without strikes.
👍
by lumumba
23 Mar 2024, 23:48
Forum: Latest aviation news
Topic: Brussels Airport (BRU) infrastructure: future
Replies: 1992
Views: 1003540

Re: Brussels Airport (BRU) infrastructure: future

For the moment not or nothing in near future. There are more places in that area where buildings were demolished and was just used as parking for staff afterwards. Thanks for the info. Are there other buildings that will also be demolished ? Great to see Soviet buildings disappear. This whole stree...
by lumumba
22 Mar 2024, 19:47
Forum: Latest aviation news
Topic: Brussels Airlines in 2024
Replies: 376
Views: 107949

Re: Brussels Airlines in 2024

I've read the strike will cut the (fragile!) profits in half... Well done pilots and all parties involved, well done! :roll: Don’t judge unless you work there and really know what this is all about. But how is this possible a weak company has this one, I don't blame any party but it it's threatening!
by lumumba
21 Mar 2024, 14:54
Forum: Latest aviation news
Topic: Brussels Airlines in 2024
Replies: 376
Views: 107949

Re: Brussels Airlines in 2024

Not only passengers are frustrated, but travel agencies are now reluctant to book customers on Brussels Airlines, especially if they have a connection with Lufthansa (StrikeHansa) at Munich or Frankfurt. It's not only Brussels Airlines, but the whole Lufthansa Group that is affected. I bet they boo...
by lumumba
21 Mar 2024, 14:35
Forum: Latest aviation news
Topic: BRU Winter 2025 - 2026: news, new routes, airlines
Replies: 28
Views: 15006

Re: BRU Winter 2025 - 2026: news, new routes, airlines

TRADERS CALL FOR DIRECT FLIGHTS BETWEEN BELGIUM AND INDIA Diamond traders in Antwerp are calling on Air India to introduce non-stop flights to Delhi and Mumbai. They've written to the airline saying the move would save travelling time and allow them to streamline their operations. Air India announc...
by lumumba
21 Mar 2024, 14:19
Forum: Latest aviation news
Topic: Brussels Airlines in 2024
Replies: 376
Views: 107949

Re: Brussels Airlines in 2024

What I don't understand with pilots is that it's the top of the social basket; they can find a job wherever they want in any other company, why go on strike? Yeah well, there is already a significant exodus to other airlines. But for sure, it’s also very easy to quit everything you have in Belgium,...
by lumumba
21 Mar 2024, 13:33
Forum: Latest aviation news
Topic: Brussels Airlines in 2024
Replies: 376
Views: 107949

Re: Brussels Airlines in 2024

What I don't understand with pilots is that it's the top of the social basket; they can find a job wherever they want in any other company, why go on strike?