oleh admin | Mar 27, 2025 | air travel, airfares, airline industry, flights, flying
Ryanair, the budget carrier, has introduced a new subscription plan designed to significantly reduce travel costs for those who fly frequently.
The fresh Prime subscription service made its debut on March 24, providing a range of benefits such as special privileges and exclusives.
seating
sales and free
travel insurance
It has a price of £79 for a year-long subscription, as mentioned
Ryanair
The membership perks for this service encompass “guaranteed reserved seating at no cost, complimentary travel insurance, and entry into twelve special member-only ticket sales each year.” This ensures that ‘Prime’ members can secure the most advantageous flight deals throughout the entire year.
The no-frills airline says the subscription will equate to £420 in savings for members who fly 12 times per year and even members who only fly three times a year will reportedly save themselves up to £105. But before you get too excited, there are a few fine-print details travellers should be aware of. For one, Ryanair is limiting access to the Prime subscription to 250,000 airline members on a first-come, first-served basis. So if you don’t already have a myRyanair account, you’ll need to get one quickly to be eligible for the scheme.
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Additionally, the subscription is presently accessible exclusively to members residing in specific countries because of constraints related to insurance coverage. Currently, Ryanair Prime is available solely to members from these countries:
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Austria
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Belgium
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France
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Germany
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Greece
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Italy
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Ireland
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Netherlands
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United Kingdom
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Poland
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Portugal
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Spain
Certain age restrictions apply regarding who can fully benefit from the subscription’s travel insurance coverage. Individuals within the European Union who are 70 years of age or older at the time they join, including those turning 70 during the policy term, won’t qualify for particular medical benefits with the Prime travel insurance plan.
A key detail travelers ought to keep in mind is that they’ll have just one opportunity each month to take advantage of the exclusive seat sales meant for members. As stated on the airline’s site: “For those who subscribe to Ryanair Prime, you’re entitled to secure as many as 12 complimentary spots for yourself and another dozen free seats for your chosen Ryanair Prime Companion within certain areas across particular routes throughout your subscription period. Should preferred seating not be accessible, standard random assignment comes into play.” To include a Ryanair Prime Companion under their account, members simply need to pay an extra voucher charge. While these companions enjoy most perks associated with being part of the program, booking responsibilities remain solely with the main subscriber.
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The 12-month timer starts once you pay the £79 fee and will renew automatically unless you cancel it. Just remember, you can’t use a Ryanair gift card to cover the cost of a Prime membership. Even with these minor limitations detailed in the terms, the advantages for those who frequently fly with Ryanair stand out. As stated
Ryanair
CMO, Dara Brady says, “If you enjoy frequent flights and want to save money, choosing Ryanair ‘Prime’ is an obvious choice.”
oleh admin | Mar 25, 2025 | airline industry, business, civil aviation, flying, government
Airlines operating internationally within Nigeria have complied with the request from Minister of Aviation and Aerospace Development, Festus Keyamo, instructing them to use local catering services for meal provisions during their flights.
Starting from October 2024, the Federal Government has urged international carriers to use local catering services; however, these airlines have not heeded this request.
Subsequently, Keyamo warned that he would dismiss the summer schedules of international carriers which decline to use local catering services for their external meals. These airlines agree to adhere to this schedule every quarter to maintain their operational rights within the nation.
As of 2023, the in-flight catering market has been estimated at $17.8 billion and is forecasted to grow to approximately $30.2 billion by the year 2033, based on an analysis conducted by Fact.MR.
Although industry players welcomed the government’s decision, departing travelers voiced complaints regarding the in-flight cuisine, with most dishes being international specialties.
Several major airlines already possess catering units where they have established their reliability over time.
This hesitation from these airlines to utilize Nigerian catering services has excluded the country from accessing the $17.8 billion market opportunity.
Nevertheless, during a stakeholders meeting last month, Keyamo announced that entry into and departure from Nigeria would hinge upon accords made with a domestic catering service.
He stated that foreign airlines had the option to cease operations in Nigeria if they believed they couldn’t support local caterers.
He stated, “I won’t endorse the summer timetable for international carriers unless they present an accord demonstrating collaboration with our domestic food service providers.”
You can cease your flights to Nigeria if you refuse to support local catering services here, and airlines like Air Peace will handle these routes instead.
On Monday, the catering staff at Murtala Muhammed Airport in Lagos informed our correspondent that following the minister’s firm warning in February, international airlines began to favor their services.
Abimbola Olatunde, who requested that her business name remain confidential, expressed surprise at being contacted by two global airlines regarding their passenger meal services.
I couldn’t fathom the airlines agreeing with the minister since this is something we’ve demanded for ages, yet nobody seemed to hear our pleas.
“Two international airlines have approached me alone but I have only started with one. As a matter of fact, they also ask that I handle their drinks. I am happy and I must appreciate the minister for his foresight and resolve to also help boost Nigeria’s economy through aviation and its components,”she said.
The President of the Association of Foreign Airlines Representatives in Nigeria, Dr Kingsley Nwokoma, in a telephone conversation with our correspondent confirmed that the foreign airlines had started obeying the directive of the government.
He mentioned further that the minister’s instruction emphasized the importance of boosting support for local food vendors and traditional Nigerian cuisine aboard.
“As I converse with you, I traveled from Lagos to New York on Virgin Atlantic, and during the flight, they served Nigerian jollof rice along with some snacks. This experience only strengthens my belief. It shows that airlines have realized Nigeria should not stand idle when its caterers can also profit from this sector. That’s definitely a positive step taken by the minister,” he stated.
Upon being reached out to, Keyamo praised the airlines’ significant adherence to regulations, stating that he would release a list shortly illustrating the degree of their compliance.
“My brother. Indeed, the adherence has been quite remarkable. The majority have begun submitting their confirmations with our local food suppliers. We’ll gather the information shortly and keep you informed,” he said.
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oleh admin | Mar 24, 2025 | air travel, airfares, airline industry, flights, flying
Air Peace has offered a 15 percent reduction on economy-class fares for students flying on its Nigeria-London routes.
According to a statement released on Monday by Ejike Ndiulo, who leads corporate communications for the airline, this information was shared.
The declaration stated, “To enhance accessibility in air travel, the airline is prolonging its special 15% student discount on economy class seats for routes connecting Nigeria and London. This allows students to enjoy discounted rates while still experiencing top-notch service.”
This special offer is exclusively for economy class tickets and targets students who are furthering their studies overseas, with a focus on those heading to the UK, Europe, USA, and Canada.
“The airline highlighted that this offer provides a great chance for parents and students planning to go back to Nigeria during the summer break after finishing school.” “Furthermore, they mentioned that students who are part of full-time education programs at recognized institutions could benefit greatly from substantial discounts on their travel,” the statement continued.
Applicants must be 25 years old or under and should submit a current student ID, student visa, along with an enrollment confirmation letter to apply. These reduced-price tickets can be reserved via Air Peace’s official site and stay valid for twelve months starting from the travel date.
Nevertheless, the tickets cannot be transferred or refunded. Students have the option to upload their passport information page along with the necessary documents through the airline’s specified portal under the ‘student discount’ segment of the website.
“Air Peace isn’t just focusing on students; they’re also offering current promotions that provide significant benefits to all travelers. By connecting any of Air Peace’s key domestic routes to London, flyers can save up to N600,000. Additionally, customers on these flights get an extra piece of complimentary checked luggage, making travel easier for those who carry more items,” the announcement stated.
The airline highlighted its commitment to providing exceptional in-flight services, featuring upscale comfort along with a variety of European-inspired dishes designed to cater to different preferences.
“This promotional offer will be available till March 31, 2025, with travels extendable until April 15, 2025,” it stated.
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oleh admin | Mar 24, 2025 | air travel, aviation, flights, flying, news
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BRUSSELS –
On Monday, Brussels Airport declared that it would cancel all departure flights planned for March 31 as an anticipatory measure due to a national strike anticipated to severely affect air traffic control operations.
The head of operations at Belgium’s biggest airport advised passengers to prepare for potential cancellations of incoming flights due to a strike announced by the nation’s primary labor unions.
Much of the airport’s security and maintenance workforce is anticipated to go on strike during a protest against proposed changes to their pensions from the new conservative administration, along with concerns about rising costs of living.
The strike scheduled for next Monday was likewise anticipated to significantly disrupt activities at the nation’s secondary airport, located in the southern town of Charleroi.
Bart De Wever, a Flemish nationalist, assumed the role of prime minister at the beginning of last month. This followed extensive coalition negotiations that occurred after Belgium’s elections in June of the previous year.
However, trade unions have been angered by his efforts toward pension reform as Belgium struggles with a budget deficit that exceeds the limits set by European Union regulations.
The scheduled demonstration on Monday follows a previous national strike that took place six weeks ago, drawing tens of thousands of participants to the streets.
A significant number of military personnel, educators, railroad employees, law enforcement officers, and emergency responders have participated in the strike due to the government’s decision to eliminate their distinct retirement plans, which disproportionately impacts these professions.
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oleh admin | Mar 24, 2025 | africa, flying, military, morocco, saudi arabia
Morocco, in collaboration with the United States and France, is studying the possibility of building an airport in the far south of the Sahara to launch airstrikes against jihadist bases in the Sahel, according to
La Razón
.
The scheduled missions were set to include both drones and fighter jets, aimed at neutralizing extremist factions in the area.
Sources close to the initiative informed La Razón that these air strikes would occur with the consent of the involved nations—namely Niger, Mali, and Burkina Faso.
The goal is to neutralize a growing security threat that poses a risk not only to these nations but also to Morocco, which jihadist groups see as an obstacle to their expansion towards Europe.
Recently, Moroccan intelligence agencies carried out operations in multiple cities, where they discovered a cache of weapons meant for assaults planned by a prominent leader affiliated with the Islamic State in the Greater Sahara (EIGS).
This operation thwarted several scheduled assaults and underscored the escalating security issues in the area.
Supported by French intelligence agency Direction Générale de la Sécurité Extérieure, Morocco’s counter-terrorism unit Office for Counterterrorism thwarted a terror cell active across nine urban centers.
The authorities apprehended 12 individuals and confiscated a substantial stockpile of explosives, advanced weaponry, along with confidential files.
The materials were discovered at an undisclosed logistical facility in Errachidia, close to the Algerian frontier. It is said that this network was headed by the individual overseeing ISIS’s external activities in the Sahara region, tasked with orchestrating several assaults.
A geostrategic expert named Roudani Charkaoui informed LIFEHACKAr previously that extremist organizations view Morocco as a crucial target within their larger strategy aimed at destabilizing the area.
Cherkaoui stated that Morocco acts as the final defense before Europe, being essential in stopping extremist activities from crossing boundaries.
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oleh admin | Mar 24, 2025 | aviation accidents, flying, incident, news, tragedies
Crowds assembled in France and Germany to commemorate ten years since a Lufthansa aircraft was intentionally crashed into a mountain in France, resulting in the tragic deaths of all 150 people aboard.
On Monday, French, German, and Spanish officials placed wreaths at the location where an incident occurred in 2015.
an airline disaster that stunned the continent,
As families and friends of the victims maintained a moment of silence at 10:41 a.m. (0941 GMT), precisely ten years following the crash of Germanwings Flight 4U 9525 traveling from Barcelona, Spain, to Düsseldorf, Germany, which occurred in Le Vernet, France, resulting in the deaths of all 144 passengers and six crew members aboard.
Altogether, victims from 20 distinct nations perished in the event, with the majority being from Germany (72) and Spain (50).
GermanwINGS was a budget offshoot of Lufthansa, with Lufthansa’s CEO Carsten SPHOR present in Le Vernet on Monday. He stated his thoughts on the tragic occurrence during this event.
still haunts the company
.
The impact of the GermanwINGS crash was intensified by the horrifying realization that it was intentional.
The
The impact of the news about the accident was intensified.
due to the terror induced by the realization that investigators speculated
the co-pilot, battling with depression
, had
deliberately slammed the aircraft into a mountain slope
After the pilot exited the cockpit to use the restroom,
Upon his return, the pilot discovered that the co-pilot had locked him out of the cockpit and had started an automatic descent sequence for the Airbus A320.
The sound of banging is captured in the cockpit voice recordings as the pilot frantically tries to force entry into the cockpit. The copilot remains unresponsive to calls from air traffic control, with just their breath audible.
Germanwings tragedy: enduring pain and unresolved questions a decade later
Ceremonies were also held in Barcelona and Dusseldorf, as well as in the western
The German city of Haltern am See
, which was home to 16 exchange students and two teachers who lost their lives during their flight back from Spain.
The mayor of Haltern, Andreas Stegemann, informed DPA News Agency, “We continue to feel this sense of disbelief, deep empathy from everyone towards the affected families, and we’re still asking ourselves why this occurred. The Germanwings tragedy remains an enduring chapter in our city’s history.”
Bertrand Bartolini, who served as the mayor of Le Vernet during the incident, mentioned that upon arriving at the scene to assess the situation, he encountered “an absolutely horrifying location,” and went on to say, “There were scenes there that I won’t ever be capable of discussing.”
Edited by: Jenipher Camino Gonzalez
Author: Jon Shelton (with AFP, dpa)
