Economy

United Airlines continues to innovate: Starting next year, it will offer a new row in economy class, with a lie-flat option and upgraded amenities

The airline, hotel and tourism organizations in the United States have issued a special request to the US Congress to prevent harm to passengers during spring break and major summer events; they warn of long wait times and billions in damage to the economy

The company will increase frequencies on key routes, deploy upgraded aircraft on London and Melbourne routes, and launch premium economy and first class classes on select destinations

The United Arab Emirates airline is upgrading its fleet and expanding its network of destinations for its popular Premium Economy class, including Europe, North America, Asia, Africa, and the Middle East. The company's giant aircraft will also be redesigned to suit passenger demand

Discover Airlines is updating the cabins on its 16 widebody aircraft. The new business class, Ocean Blue, will feature flat beds, superfast internet, and smart lighting. What about premium economy? Read all the details

New drinking experience on international flights: From champagne in first class to gin and beer in economy and tequila served for the first time in the history of Indian aviation, this airline is introducing a new drinking experience on international flights

The Canadian airline WestJet, which received severe criticism for cramping its planes and adding a new row of seats, announced the additional row will be removed: "The airline will return to its prior standard seat pitch"

Emirates' new route will be the only year-round direct connection between Finland and the UAE and will be operated on an A350 aircraft with Premium Economy class

Emirates will offer Premium Economy on more than 84 routes this summer, adding flights to destinations including Rome, Cochin, and Karachi. Copenhagen, Phuket, and Cape Town will receive additional daily flights; Rome, Taipei, and Mexico City will join Premium Economy destinations

Biometric tourism is expanding: Dubai's Department of Economy and Tourism has developed hotel check-in technology that allows guests to bypass the front desk and unlock their rooms with a smartphone. Are digital car rentals coming next?