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Pivotal Decision? EU to Ban Extra Fees for Carry-On Luggage! What Airlines Are Saying

Many budget airlines charge fees for carry-on luggage. An EU initiative could soon change that—making free carry-on luggage the norm.

The oldest passenger plane in the world: a Boeing 737

In Service Since 1974! This Boeing 737 Is the Oldest Passenger Aircraft Still Flying

The oldest passenger plane is a Boeing 737-2K2C with the serial number 20836, which is still in service today for Nolinor Aviation.

According to the Skytrax ranking This Is the Best European Airline

Skytrax annually honors the world's best airlines. TRAVELBOOK presents the top ten from Europe.

Hand baggage is often checked in with Ryanair

Absurd Regulations Ryanair's Imaginative Interpretation of the Term "Hand Baggage"

With Ryanair, "hand baggage" must be checked in, even if you have previously booked it for a fee. All the details on TRAVELBOOK.

The airspace over Israel and Iran is closed.

Information Airspace Over Israel and Iran Closed–What Does This Mean for Travel?

Due to the war between Israel and Iran, the airspace over the affected areas is closed. Here's what that means for civilian travel.

Sitting alone on an airplane is the ideal situation for many passengers

More Space on the Plane 8 Tricks You Can Use to Almost Always Fly Next to an Empty Seat

More legroom, no fuss about the armrest: TRAVELBOOK reveals 8 tricks to increase your chances of sitting next to an empty seat

Flight Missed Due to Staff Shortage at Airport

Depending on the responsibility Staff Shortages at the Airport – What Rights You Have if You Miss Your Flight

If you missed a flight due to staff shortages at the airport, you might need to file a lawsuit. TRAVELBOOK explains further.

Kassel Airport is a commercial airport located in Calden, in the Kassel district of Hesse. However, only a few flights depart from here.

Designed for 700,000 passengers, but ... The German Airport Where Hardly Any Planes Take Off

In the middle of the vacation season, Kassel Airport is eerily empty, with hardly any flights departing from the regional airport.

For a Stress-Free Journey What to Consider Before a Flight–The Checklist

Being well-prepared saves time, stress, and additional costs. Here's a checklist of the key points for a stress-free flight.

After severe turbulence on a Ryanair flight that left several injured, the question arises: How can passengers protect themselves?

After Ryanair Flight Makes Emergency Landing Turbulence on Planes: How Passengers Can Protect Themselves

After severe turbulence on a Ryanair flight that resulted in several injuries, the question arises: How can passengers protect themselves?

Lufthansa has now introduced free messaging on long-haul flights.

But There Is a Condition On Long-Haul Lufthansa Flights, Passengers Can Now Chat for Free

Effective immediately, passengers on long-haul Lufthansa flights can use popular messaging services for free to chat while traveling.

Sure, the pilots eat too—but what? And when?

Did You Know? Why Pilots and Co-Pilots Must Never Eat the Same Meal

Airplane pilots are generally provided with meals by the cabin service, but there is a unique aspect to their food.

Where You Feel Turbulence the Least on a Plane

Experts Explain Where You Feel Turbulence Least on a Plane

Depending on where you sit on the plane, turbulence can feel more or less intense. TRAVELBOOK explains further.

Research from Oxford With This Trick, Airplane Food Is Supposed to Taste Better

According to a British researcher, airplane food tastes better when using a specific trick. TRAVELBOOK explains it in more detail.

Lost luggage can quickly ruin the vacation mood.

Rank 5 Is in Germany At These Airports, Luggage Is Lost Particularly Often

A study by Airadvisor reveals which airports experience particularly high rates of luggage loss and theft. An overview.

Ranking European Airline Voted Worst in the World

A consumer organization asked passengers to rate popular short-haul and long-haul airlines. The results reveal the worst airlines.

Regular Turbulence Why Europe's Most Feared Airport Is Located Here

It is the third largest airport in Austria - and feared by pilots: TRAVELBOOK explains the challenges of Innsbruck Airport.

Our Author Tested the Provider "This Was My flight to Bali with the Low-Cost Airline Scoot"

Our author chose the Singapore Airlines subsidiary Scoot for his flight to Bali. Here he reports on his experiences.

Many airplane accidents at the moment; recently one at Toronto Airport

Ask the Expert Why Are There So Many Airplane Accidents at the Moment?

There seems to be a particularly high number of airplane accidents at the moment. TRAVELBOOK asked an expert why this could be.

Goes Viral Better Sleep on the Plane Thanks to Seatbelt Trick? Experts Warn Against It

A new airplane seatbelt trick goes viral, but despite all the promises of better sleep, it's not a good idea. TRAVELBOOK explains.

During a test flight, Boom succeeded in breaking the sound barrier for the first time - a milestone in the return of supersonic passenger aircraft

Successful test with supersonic aircraft Will We Really Soon Be Flying in 3.5 Hours From New York to London?

Boom has been working on its supersonic aircraft "Overture" for years. Now the sound barrier has been broken as a first during a test flight.

Flight

Pivotal Decision? EU to Ban Extra Fees for Carry-On Luggage! What Airlines Are Saying

In Service Since 1974! This Boeing 737 Is the Oldest Passenger Aircraft Still Flying

According to the Skytrax ranking This Is the Best European Airline

Absurd Regulations Ryanair's Imaginative Interpretation of the Term "Hand Baggage"

Information Airspace Over Israel and Iran Closed–What Does This Mean for Travel?

More Space on the Plane 8 Tricks You Can Use to Almost Always Fly Next to an Empty Seat

Depending on the responsibility Staff Shortages at the Airport – What Rights You Have if You Miss Your Flight

Designed for 700,000 passengers, but ... The German Airport Where Hardly Any Planes Take Off

For a Stress-Free Journey What to Consider Before a Flight–The Checklist

After Ryanair Flight Makes Emergency Landing Turbulence on Planes: How Passengers Can Protect Themselves

But There Is a Condition On Long-Haul Lufthansa Flights, Passengers Can Now Chat for Free

Did You Know? Why Pilots and Co-Pilots Must Never Eat the Same Meal

Experts Explain Where You Feel Turbulence Least on a Plane

Research from Oxford With This Trick, Airplane Food Is Supposed to Taste Better

Rank 5 Is in Germany At These Airports, Luggage Is Lost Particularly Often

Ranking European Airline Voted Worst in the World

Regular Turbulence Why Europe's Most Feared Airport Is Located Here

Our Author Tested the Provider "This Was My flight to Bali with the Low-Cost Airline Scoot"

Ask the Expert Why Are There So Many Airplane Accidents at the Moment?

Goes Viral Better Sleep on the Plane Thanks to Seatbelt Trick? Experts Warn Against It

Successful test with supersonic aircraft Will We Really Soon Be Flying in 3.5 Hours From New York to London?

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