Category Airline, Organisations & Operators

VIRGIN ATLANTIC NAMED WHICH? RECOMMENDED PROVIDER FOR LONG HAUL AIRLINES

Virgin Atlantic has been named a Which? Recommended Provider for long haul airlines, as the UK’s consumer champion publishes its latest airline satisfaction rankings.
The airline received an overall customer satisfaction score of 79% in the annual survey, outperforming its transatlantic competitors on food and drink, cabin environment and value for money.
Virgin Atlantic is one of just two airlines to receive the full five stars for customer service in the survey of more than 5,500 UK consumers, with respondents praising its staff and cabin atmosphere.
Based on independent testing and customer surveys, Which? Recommended Provider status is awarded to the highest-scoring companies for overall quality and customer satisfaction in their category.

McLaren Racing announces Etihad Airways as an Official Partner

McLaren Racing today announced that Etihad, the national airline of the UAE, will become an Official Partner of the McLaren Mastercard Formula 1 Team and the McLaren United Autosports WEC Hypercar Team for the 2026 season and beyond.

The partnership brings together two organisations with a shared commitment to innovation, ambition and delivering exceptional experiences for fans and customers around the world. With a strong synergy between racing and travel, this unique partnership will bring fans closer to the action through Etihad’s fast-growing network of more than 100 destinations.

QANTAS FREQUENT FLYER UNVEILS THE BIGGEST CHANGES TO STATUS IN PROGRAM HISTORY

Qantas Frequent Flyer is introducing the most significant changes to earning and retaining status since the program’s inception, giving members the ability to roll over unused Status Credits and earn them through everyday spending for the first time.

The changes, which follow extensive feedback from thousands of frequent flyers and leading loyalty experts, will be introduced progressively from later this year.