Have you ever heard of Virgin America, Eos, or Vueling Airlines? Maybe you should. According to The International Air Transport Association reports airline passenger growth up to six percent in 2009. Even more, the number of passengers traveling via air is expected to double by 2020. With numbers like that, it's no wonder new airlines are pumping up and trying to capitalize on different markets. But, they're offering passengers options when flying, but perks as well.
Here's a brief breakdown of the three new airlines:
If Virgin America sounds familiar, it should. It is an American version of Virgin Atlantic owned by British billionaire Richard Branson. The new airline launched in August 2007 with a nonstop service between New York JFK and LAX; JFK and San Francisco. Passengers can expect mood lighting and leather seating onboard the Airbus A320.
Flying to London? Want to go in style? Try Eos. The American business airlines launched in October 2005 and offers passengers four-course meals (that change every six weeks) and seats that fold flat into beds. Even more, its fleet features that Boeing 757 that only holds 48 passengers.
Low cost airlines like Vueling are popping up all over Europe. Based in Barcelona, the airline offer passengers inexpensive fare to Paris and Madrid. They make it easier and cost effective for passengers to hop from destination to destination without hurting their wallet.
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