Privacy activists in the US have launched a new tool to help passengers avoid airlines that use facial recognition technology. New website AirlinePrivacy.com lists all airlines which use the technology to identify passengers before boarding, something that has raised many questions around privacy and data security. The new site was unveiled by activist groups Fight..
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Passengers can now identify which airlines use facial recognition with new tool – #getouttamyface
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KLM’s new Flying-V jet will take test flight in October:- Futuristic sustainable aircraft could cut fuel use by 20 per cent
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The way we fly could be set to change faster than predicted thanks to a radical new Flying-V plane design. Air France-KLM collaborated with a Dutch university to fund research into a new aircraft design that could make long-haul air travel much more sustainable. The Flying-V has massive wings and unique two-prong design. The wings..
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South African Airways cancels flights to Blantyre, Malawi amid runway closures
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The national carrier will compensate passengers who had purchased tickets to travel in the premium cabin. South African Airways (SAA) on Wednesday cancelled its scheduled flights to Blantyre, Malawi, after the announcement of the closure of the main runway at Chileka International Airport for maintenance. “The aircraft size which SAA operates to Blantyre does not..
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TRAVEL INFORMATION: Comair strike – Labour Court halts Numsa protest plans
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Numsa says they are awaiting an explanation from the Labour Court on its decision. The Labour Court of South Africa, in Johannesburg, has ruled in favour of Comair, forcing the National Union of Metalworkers of South Africa (Numsa) to halt their protest plans. As reported by EWN, the trade union, which represents a fraction of..
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Travelers News:- Non-stop flight between Cape Town and USA a “game changer”
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The route will link Cape Town and the Western Cape to the North American market. It will boost tourism and attract even more foreign direct investments. The United Airlines announced that they intend to launch a new non-stop route between the US and Cape Town, from Newark Liberty International Airport in New Jersey, New York…
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Local and International explorers have different priorities when travelling across South Africa.
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Statistics SA put together a nifty report that breaks down the spending habits of international and domestic tourists. Do locals spend more money on good food and drink or do they treat themselves to 5-star accommodation? Are foreigners dropping dollars on trinkets or spending on flying cross country instead? Thank you for your contribution According..
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Local and International explorers have different priorities when travelling across South Africa.
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Statistics SA put together a nifty report that breaks down the spending habits of international and domestic tourists. Do locals spend more money on good food and drink or do they treat themselves to 5-star accommodation? Are foreigners dropping dollars on trinkets or spending on flying cross country instead? Thank you for your contribution According..
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