December 2009
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Airline News
Swiss mobile boarding pass and mobile check-in more
American Airlines: More efficient aircraft more
A journey through the world of Lufthansa products – now online in our Product Showroom more
Swiss mobile boarding pass and mobile check-in
Besides Web Check-in passengers can now check-in and receive their boarding pass via their internet-enabled mobile phone by SMS or e-mail. The mobile boarding pass contains the 2D-barcode and all relevant flight details in plain text. Consequently, there is no need anymore to print out the boarding pass.
This enhancement combines with other e-travel features – such as entering API data (where relevant), checking in and selecting a preferred seat from the convenience of your home or office – to eliminate waiting time at the airport and the need for a printer. In other words, all stages of the SWISS check-in process can now be completed electronically on the way to the airport.
Airports with mobile boarding pass and mobile check-in
Check-in with baggage for web and mobile checked passengers is also possible; passengers simply have to hand over their bags at the separate counter at the airport. The mobile boarding pass is also valid at document checkpoints, lounges, tax free shops and at aircraft boarding.
American Airlines: More efficient aircraft
American Airlines has obtained a total of $2.9 billion in additional
liquidity and new aircraft financing, and has announced plans to strengthen its
network by reallocating capacity to hubs in Dallas/Fort Worth, Chicago, Miami
and New York, while enhancing its fleet to better serve customers.The $2.9 billion consists of: $1.3 billion in new liquidity, including $1 billion in cash from the advance sale of AAdvantage™ frequent flyer miles to Citi and $280 million in cash under a loan facility from GE Capital Aviation Services (GECAS) secured by owned aircraft; and $1.6 billion in sale-leaseback financing commitments from GECAS for Boeing 737s previously ordered by the company. Regarding fleet renewal, American selected GE's GEnx-1B 74/75 engine for American's future 787 deliveries. The company's progress with upcoming 737 deliveries and 787 engine selection are the latest examples of its commitment to renewing its mainline fleet with more efficient aircraft and improving its product offerings.
A journey through the world of Lufthansa products – now online in our Product Showroom
Generously pitched, comfortable seats for relaxing or working, an
entertainment program that is all you could wish for, delicious culinary treats
for every taste and much more – now you can see for yourself in the Lufthansa
Product Showroom why Lufthansa is the perfect choice for your next longhaul
flight.Simply log onto lufthansa.com/product-showroom, sit back and let us take you on a virtual journey through our product world. Before selecting the travel class that interests you, please check that your speakers are turned on – because a presenter will be guiding you through the extensive services on view in our Product Showroom. And with Lufthansa these services start when you book, not just once you board your flight. If you would like to know more, simply click on the additional links provided for each topic.
Come aboard Business or Economy Class at lufthansa.com/product-showroom – and experience the services you can expect on your next Lufthansa flight.
