Qatar Airways will soon start rolling out free Starlink in-flight Wi-Fi. Three Boeing 777-300 aircraft will first receive Starlink connectivity by the fourth quarter of this year. The entire modern fleet is being upgraded with Starlink and should be completed within the next two years Passengers can enjoy complimentary high-speed Wi-Fi of up to 500 Megabits per second per plane. It was announced at the Aircraft Interior Expo at Hamburg, Germany. Complementary connectivity will be available with a simple ‘one-click-access’ to enjoy internet-based services such as video streaming and web-browsing. Qatar Airways Group Chief Executive Officer, Engr. Badr Mohammed Al-Meer, said: “This exciting collaboration will elevate the passenger experience to new heights.” It is first service of its kind in the MENA region. Starlink Engineering Vice President at SpaceX, Mike Nicolls, said: “High-speed, low-latency internet is the future of aviation connectivity, and we’re excited to work with Qatar Airways to start flying Starlink on their fleet.” 

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Twelve people heading to Dublin were injured after another severe turbulence incident. It happened aboard a Qatar Airways flight on Sunday after the plane was hit with turbulence on its way to Dublin, airport officials announced. The flight from Doha landed at Dublin and was met by emergency services. Dublin Airport posted on X that six passengers and six crew members were injured. Eight of the twelve injured were taken to hospital. Qatar Airways flight QR017 suffered turbulence as it flew over Turkey. Last week a British man died during a severe turbulence incident on a Singapore Airlines flight from London to Singapore Changi Airport. US Transportation Secretary Pete Buttigieg says turbulence incidents are up by about 15%.   

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Qatar Airways and Aer Lingus have launched a new airline codeshare partnership. The codeshare pact is now live and gives customers greater access to more destinations across the UK and Ireland. It also offers seamless one-stop travel globally to Africa, Asia, Australia, the Middle East and New Zealand. Qatar Airways will add its code on flights operated by Aer Lingus and Aer Lingus Regional. Once fully implemented, Qatar Airways will have codeshare coverage with all IAG carriers, including British Airways, Iberia, Vueling, and Aer Lingus. This new airline codeshare will enable connections between Qatar Airways and Aer Lingus flights through Dublin, London, and Manchester. Customers will be able to travel between Irish and UK destinations including Aberdeen, Belfast, Cork, and Glasgow. There are also codeshare connections via Qatar Airways’ global network through its Doha hub. Qatar Airways CCO, Thierry Antinori, said: “Customers will benefit from a wider choice of global destinations. The move also builds on our long-term strategic relationship with IAG as we expand our codeshare coverage even further.” This latest tie-up follows the strategic joint business alliance between Qatar Airways, British Airways and Iberia. 

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Qatar Airways will resume direct Lisbon, Portugal flights this summer. Four times a week flights will be served on Boeing B787-8 aircraft beginning 6 June 2024. Qatar Airways Chief Commercial Officer, Thierry Antinori, said: “Passengers can now enjoy very efficient ways to travel between Qatar and Portugal, as well as connect to Asia, Africa and the Middle East." Travellers can avail of a stopover package to Qatar, offered by Discover Qatar. It offers various packages from standard accommodations to luxury all-inclusive resorts. All stopover packages include 24-hour check-in facilities plus add-on options including transfers and tours and experiences. Qatar Airways Privilege Club members will collect Avios on flights and can pay for flights with a combination of cash and Avios or Avios Max. 

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Qatar Airways, in partnership with Qatar Airways Holidays have launched a series of fan packages for the upcoming Formula One season. They are available from more than 40 countries. Package include return flights and transfers, hotel accommodation, F1 Paddock Club or Grandstand race tickets for all global races (excluding Qatar) bookable at: qatarairways.com/f1. Qatar Airways Holidays SVP, Steven Reynolds said: “We have worked hard to create these affordable packages that offer unbeatable value and look forward to helping fans travel to races globally.” The F! fan packages include flexibly priced options for select race destinations. This year, fans can enjoy guided track tours, pit lane walks and more with the F1 Paddock Club packages. Plus, Qatar Airways Privilege Club members can collect Avios and Qpoints on all fan packages, accumulating rewards to use towards future travel and experiences. 

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Qatar Airways is boosting Europe flights for 2024 with a new destination and bringing back an old favourite. The Europe flight network expansion sees new Hamburg flights and the return of flights to Venice for next summer. Qatar Airways adds the new destination of Hamburg, Germany in July. “We are delighted to present our passengers with new and exciting travel opportunities for 2024,” said Group CEO, Engr. Badr Mohammed Al-Meer. The airline offers seven weekly Hamburg flights from 1 July 2024 and the return of Venice flights from Doha will see seven weekly flights starting on 12 June 2024 These flights come on the back of recent expansion to the Qatar Airways winter schedule which includes increased flight frequencies to key leisure destinations. These include Amsterdam, Bangkok, Barcelona and Miami. Qatar Airways’ Venice and Hamburg flights are now open for booking.

Title Sponsor Qatar Airways has rolled out MotoGP travel packages for the upcoming Qatar Airways Grand Prix of Qatar. Qatar Airways Holidays packages include return flights, hotel and race tickets with various fan experiences. The race takes place from 17-19 November 2023. Fans can choose from the Main Grandstand Qatar MotoGP Experience and the Qatar Airways MotoGP VIP Village experience. Privilege Club members can collect Avios on travel packages, while members from select countries can use cash + Avios to book packages. Discover Qatar is currently offering tickets to the Main Grandstand for all three race days. Main Grandstand ticket holders will have a clear view of the start line, grid ceremony, pitstops during the race, and finish line. They also have a view of the podium ceremony and trophy presentation. Main Grandstand Qatar MotoGP travel packages also have access to the Fan Zone with live entertainment, activities and a food court. The VIP Village package offers prime viewing inside the paddock area spots and a pit lane walk. There are also meet and greets and a Q&A session with racers. Additionally, refreshments are served all day at the complimentary bar The 2023 MotoGP race takes place at the Lusail International Circuit, on the outskirts of Doha.

Qatar Airways has inked a deal with Shell to source 3,000 metric tonnes of neat Sustainable Aviation Fuel (SAF) at Amsterdam Schiphol airport. With its existing contract with Shell at Schipol, Qatar Airways will power at least a 5% SAF blend over the contract period for 2023-2024. The agreement is part of a wider effort initiated by the oneworld alliance. Oneworld has set a target of using sustainable aviation fuel for 10% of combined fuel volumes by 2030. Qatar Airways is the first carrier in the Middle East and Africa to procure a large SAF amount in Europe beyond government mandates. Qatar Airways Group CEO, Akbar Al Baker, said: “We remain steadfast in our ambitious target of 10% SAF use by 2030 and this announcement establishes another landmark.” Qatar Airways also operates a carbon credits scheme. It currently invests in carbon credit projects that generate renewable energy.

  Qatar Airways, the World’s Best Airline is now the Global Partner and Official Airline of Formula 1^®(F1^®), the pinnacle of motorsport and the world’s most technologically-advanced racing series. Qatar Airways and F1^® will be partners through the 2027 season, bringing thrills and exciting speeds to fans globally.   His Excellency, Sheikh Khalid bin Khalifa bin Abdulaziz Al Thani, The Prime Minister and Minister of Interior, attended the official announcement today at the Lusail Boulevard. The ceremony was also attended by a number of Ministers, Ambassadors and officials.   Today, the leading global airline announced an expansion of its sports partnership portfolio at a captivating event that brought astounding entertainment and special appearances to Doha. In addition to the global partnership, Qatar Airways will be the Title Sponsor of three Grands Prix™ this year: The Qatar Airways Emilia Romagna Grand Prix (19-21 May), the Qatar Airways Hungarian Grand Prix (21-23 July), and the Qatar Airways Qatar Grand Prix (6-8 October).   This season, Formula 1^® boasts its most global racing calendar to date with 23 races across 21 countries and five continents, mirroring the motorsport’s rapidly growing footprint worldwide and the extensive global connectivity offered by the Qatar Airways oneworld Alliance, which serves over 150 countries.   Qatar Airways Group Chief Executive, His Excellency Mr. Akbar Al Baker, said: “The best partnerships thrive because of mutual values. Both Qatar Airways and Formula 1^® are global brands that share a passion for innovation, precision and luxury. As a brand, we believe in the power of sports to unite people, and as such, we have been selective with picking the most thrilling sporting events and sponsoring a variety of new and prominent sporting initiatives.”   “With 23 stops in the 2023 World Championship, F1^® is a global sport, requiring a global airline partner that offers extensive global connectivity. Hence, Qatar Airways demonstrates the perfect companion for one of the most desirable sports series in the world.”   Stefano Domenicali, President & CEO of Formula 1^®, said: “As the pinnacle of motorsport, it makes sense for Formula 1^® to partner with the World’s Best Airline, Qatar Airways. We are two brands committed to delivering the best experiences to our fans and customers, and our combined global reach makes for a perfect match. We are delighted to welcome Qatar Airways as our Global Airline Partner.”   To commemorate this partnership, Qatar Airways hosted a special evening for the public at Doha’s iconic Lusail Boulevard, to mark the F1^® announcement and raise awareness about all the motorsport events taking place in Qatar this year. The event featured a special appearance from the Qatari rally champion Nasser Al-Attiyah, Formula 1® President and CEO, Stefano Domenicali, former Red Bull Formula 1® driver, David Coulthard, KTM MotoGP rider, Dani Pedrosa, a Red Bull drift car driven by Abdo Feghali and a static display of an FIA World Endurance Championship Hyper car. Spectators were also treated to a dazzling performance by the best-selling R&B artist, Akon.   For only the second time in history, motorsport fanatics will have the chance to watch their favourite teams and drivers push their cars to the limit at the Lusail International Circuit when F1^® heads back to Qatar for the Qatar Airways Grand Prix on 6-8 October, 2023.   In addition to the Formula 1^® Qatar Airways Qatar Grand Prix 2023, the Lusail International Circuit will host the Qatar Moto GP on 17-19 November. Other motorsport events in Qatar include the Geneva International Motor Show in October 2023 and the Fédération Internationale de l'Automobile (FIA) World Endurance Championship in 2024.   To celebrate this partnership, Discover Qatar, the Destination Management Company of Qatar Airways, are the first to offer tickets to the Formula 1^® Qatar Airways Qatar Grand Prix 2023. Today, Discover Qatar have exclusively launched a comprehensive range of hotel and ticket-inclusive packages to their global retail partners, which include Grandstand and prestigious Paddock Club tickets. All packages include a free entry pass to the Geneva International Motor Show taking place in Doha from 5-14 October, courtesy of Qatar Tourism.   Qatar Airways Holidays further elevates the partnership with all-inclusive travel packages, allowing global fans around the world to attend the event and partake in exclusive experiences such as pit lane walks, guided track tours and access to special events with appearances by top F1^® drivers. The Ultimate F1^® Experience packages include return flights with Qatar Airways, premium hotel options, race tickets and other exciting experiences and benefits. To secure packages, customers can visit the dedicated link, qatarairways.com/F1   Both Qatar Airways and F1^® are committed to working together to reduce the environmental impact of their respective industries through responsible practices. As part of the partnership, both entities aim to collaborate on sustainability-focused initiatives to reduce carbon dioxide emissions and strive for a greener future.   Qatar Airways as a brand is committed to supporting global sports, helping fans travel to their favourite events wherever they may be. The airline is a leading global football supporter, with partnerships including FIFA World Cup Qatar 2022™, Paris Saint-Germain, FC Bayern, Concacaf and CONMEBOL. Additionally, Qatar Airways is the official airline of the Ironman and Ironman 70.3 Triathlon Series, Official Airline Partner of the United Rugby Championship (URC), Global Kitesports Association and multiple other disciplines including equestrianism, padel, squash and tennis.   A multiple award-winning airline, Qatar Airways was announced as the ‘Airline of the Year’ at the 2022 World Airline Awards, managed by the international air transport rating organisation, Skytrax. It was also named ‘World’s Best Business Class’, ‘World’s Best Business Class Airline Lounge’, ‘World’s Best Business Class Airline Seat’, ‘World’s Best Business Class Onboard Catering’ and ‘Best Airline in the Middle East’. The airline continues to stand alone at the top of the industry having won the main prize for an unprecedented seventh time (2011, 2012, 2015, 2017, 2019, 2021 and 2022).   Qatar Airways currently flies to more than 150 destinations worldwide, connecting through its Doha hub, Hamad International Airport, voted by Skytrax as the ‘World’s Best Airport’ 2022.

Qatar Airways and Airbus have reached an amicable settlement in their long running A350 jet paint squabble. It relates to Qatar Airways claim of A350 surface degradation and the grounding of A350 aircraft. A repair project is now underway. The exact details of the settlement are confidential Both parties will now end their legal claims. This agreement enables Qatar Airways and Airbus to move forward and work together. The airline was forced to ground nearly half of its fleet of A350 jets due to surface paint problems. Discussions with Airbus failed to initially resolve the issue. The airline sought more than $600 million in damages Airbus then threatened to cancel a multi-billion dollar aircraft order with the airline.

Qatar Airways and British Airways completed the latest phase in their partnership expansion They say it now offers global connectivity between more countries than any other airline joint business. The airlines have added 42 new countries to their shared network, including Italy, the Maldives, Norway, Singapore, and Sweden -- giving passengers more access between destinations in Europe and the Middle East, Africa, Asia and Oceania. This is all part of Qatar Airways and British Airways' plan to ‘Move Further Together’ they say. The expansion enables connecting journeys on single tickets through Doha and London, bringing the total number of destinations served by the two airlines to 185 across more than 60 countries. Additionally, customers will have more access with both airlines' loyalty programmes, earning and spending Avios, their common currency. Customers can link their Qatar Airways Privilege Club and British Airways Executive Club accounts to transfer Avios between the two, and combine balances to claim rewards offered by each programme. The collaboration also offers access to both airline's lounges,.

With the FIFA World Cup Qatar 2022 kicking off in less than three months, FIFA's official airline partner Qatar Airways is celebrating with a new TV ad. The TV commercial celebrates journeys leading up to the FIFA World Cup, accompanied by the iconic ‘We Will Rock You’ anthem. It reflects the airline’s belief that sport is a universal language that unites fans. Fans are invited to view it via the airline's new virtual reality experience the Qverse By visiting www.qatarairways.com/FWC2022, users can access a hands-on experience in the virtual world on-board the Qsuite, where they can watch the campaign on the virtual in-flight entertainment screen. Users are also encouraged to play the Inflight Delight Game for a chance to win a FIFA World Cup travel package, inclusive of match tickets, return flights and accommodation. “Our latest commercial expresses our anticipation and excitement for the FIFA World Cup Qatar 2022, and captures our own enthusiasm about sports. We are fully geared up to fly in global fans to witness the greatest sporting show on Earth." Qatar Airways has ramped up all-inclusive travel packages for fans. These packages include match tickets, return flights and accommodation, at qatarairways.com/FIFA2022. Qatar Airways currently flies to more than 150 destinations worldwide, connecting through its Doha hub, Hamad International Airport