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Introducing Virgin Atlantic’s newest plane: Ruby Rebel | Virgin
WEBMar 25, 2024 · From being the first airline to introduce seat back TVs, the Premium cabin and fleet-wide WiFi, to flying the world’s first Pride flight and the first 100% sustainable aviation fuel transatlantic flight, Virgin Atlantic and its …
Virgin Atlantic Becomes Latest Western Airline to Exit China - Skift
WEBJul 17, 2024 · Virgin Atlantic is ceasing its London to Shanghai service after 25 years due to significant operational challenges, including increased flight times caused by the closure of Russian airspace.
Virgin Atlantic plane will fly from London to New York with 100% ... - CNN
WEBNov 28, 2023 · A Virgin Atlantic transatlantic flight will be the first operated by a commercial airline to be powered by 100% Sustainable Aviation Fuel.
Virgin Atlantic warns it is running out of money - BBC
WEBAug 5, 2020 · PA Media. Sir Richard Branson's Virgin Atlantic could run out of cash next month if creditors do not approve a £1.2bn rescue deal, a UK court has heard. The airline is "fundamentally sound" but...
Groundbreaking transatlantic flight using greener fuel lands in
WEBNov 28, 2023 · Virgin Atlantic is flying the first big passenger plane using 100% alternative fuels from London to New York.
Virgin Atlantic secures £1.2bn rescue package to keep flying
WEBJul 14, 2020 · Virgin Atlantic has agreed a £1.2bn rescue package aimed at securing the grounded airline for the next five years after months of negotiating with shareholders and private investors to stave off...
Virgin Atlantic announces new routes across three continents
WEBJun 5, 2023 · Virgin Atlantic announced today the launch of exciting new routes across three continents, with brand new aircraft. Network growth comes as the airline capitalises on sustained demand for international travel, with customers set to benefit from more than 250,000 total additional seats* across Virgin Atlantic’s network, compared to 2019.
Virgin Atlantic flies world’s first 100% Sustainable Aviation Fuel ...
WEBNov 28, 2023 · In October 2022, Virgin Atlantic welcomed the first of 16 A330-900neos to the fleet, continuing its transformation towards 100% next generation aircraft by 2027. Later in 2023, Virgin Atlantic is leading an industry consortium to deliver the first 100% SAF flight across the transatlantic.
Ready to fly: Virgin Atlantic announces new routes
WEBJun 5, 2023 · Virgin Atlantic has announced new routes – including its first time flying to South America. Virgin Atlantic will start flights to São Paulo in Brazil in summer 2024.