Virgin business fliers increase, so do profits

Charlie Leocha · August 26, 2008

It is no secret that Virgin Atlantic has long been recognized as having the best business class product across the Atlantic. But business fliers have been taking a long time to shift allegiance to Virgin because of corporate policies and misguided frequent flier loyalties. This past year has seen Virgin begin to take significant market share.

 

All-business-class still alive

Jon Surmacz · April 29, 2008

Even though Eos Airlines and MaxJet Airways have gone under, the all-business-class model still has legs as Silverjet, l’Avion and Lufthansa are out to prove.

 

Early-bird discounts for business class

Jon Surmacz · April 14, 2008

Carriers are slashing prices as demand for business class seats sags along with the economy.

 

Discount carriers target biz class

Jon Surmacz · February 28, 2008

Discount airlines are courting a more lucrative travel market — the business traveler. The New York Times takes a look at how JetBlue and Southwest are tailoring their services to attract business customers.