Silverjet Launches Seat Offer to EOS Passengers

Silverjet announced today a special rate offer to EOS customers following news that EOS has filed for bankruptcy.

The offer allows EOS passengers booking with Silverjet access to a limited number of seats on the airline's New York to London route for the same price as their EOS ticket, subject to terms and conditions.

Eos Airlines Bankruptcy Announcement

April 26, 2008

To Our Valued Guests,

The relationship we have is very special. You have shown a true appreciation for the commitment and service that defines Eos Class and it has always been our pleasure to deliver Eos Class service to you. The sense of camaraderie and level of engagement we've developed together transcends the traditional airline space.

Our unique relationship makes it all the more difficult to share with you the news that Eos has filed for bankruptcy in the U.S. Bankruptcy Court in the Southern District of New York. On April 26, 2008, we plan to operate Flight 6 (8:30pm) from JFK to STN. On April 27, 2008, we plan to operate Flights 3 (1:00pm) and 7 (6:30pm) from STN to JFK. Flight 5 from STN to JFK and all flights from JFK to STN on April 27, 2008 are canceled. We will cease operations entirely after April 27, 2008.

This announcement is particularly regrettable since we have achieved so much, including having a term sheet in hand for additional financing. Clearly, even in today's challenging economic and credit environment, investors believe in Eos. Unfortunately, some issues arose that prevented the parties from moving forward.

We sincerely apologize to those of you who have travel planned in the days ahead. Eos Guests should seek alternative arrangements for travel and should contact their credit card companies or travel agents directly for information about how to obtain a refund for unused tickets.

For our Club 48 members, unfortunately, in the face of this bankruptcy filing, you will no longer be able to redeem your points for rewards. Any value related to your membership will be determined by the court as part of the bankruptcy process.

Again, we apologize and thank you for everything, especially for being our Guests.

Sincerely,

Jack Williams, President & Chief Executive Officer
Dave Spurlock, Founder and Chief Commercial Officer
Tom Martin, Chief Financial Officer
Gil Morgan, Chief Operations Officer
Adam Komack, Chief Lifestyle Officer
John Turnipseed, Chief People Officer
Jim Prebil, Chief Information Officer
John Morgan, SVP, EMEA
Andy Menkes, SVP, Sales - Americas

Lufthansa plans all-business Indian route with PrivatAir A319

German flag-carrier Lufthansa is to open a new all-business service to India, operating between Frankfurt and the city of Pune.

The route will be flown by Swiss premium-class charter specialist PrivatAir which will use Airbus A319 aircraft configured with 48 seats.

flightglobal.com

Launch of Silverjet Mobile

Silverjet Press Release

Award winning airline Silverjet launches Silverjet Mobile

- New mobile website provides travellers with flight information and bookings on the go -

Discerning travellers can from today book flights, find flight status and schedules, select seats, and choose meals all from their mobile phone, thanks to the launch of Silverjet Mobile, the UK's first full-service mobile airline website from Silverjet. Customers can access the site by entering the usual Silverjet web site address, www.flysilverjet.com, into their mobile browser. In the UK they can also text 'Silverjet' to 60767 to receive a link via SMS.

Silverjet Mobile uses the very latest in mobile internet technology to offer travellers all the functionality and services of the airline's award winning website, but from the convenience of a mobile phone or PDA.

Developed in close partnership with leading mobile solutions provider Mobile Travel Technologies (MTT), the solution is designed specifically to meet the needs of Silverjet's travellers who have come to enjoy innovation and stress-free experience from the award winning airline. Sophisticated technology will recognise the wide range of mobile devices currently in use and optimise the display and adapt functionality accordingly.

The latest in a number of customer-focused innovations from Silverjet, the new service has been launched to meet a growing demand by travellers for mobile internet services. Recent research has revealed that over a third (36%)[i] of business travellers now regularly use mobile internet services for work, with nearly half (47%)[ii] requesting the benefits mobile technology can now offer airline passengers.

George Henderson, IT Director, Silverjet, comments: 'The Silverjet experience was conceived to deliver convenience at all points of the journey and the launch of Silverjet Mobile is a response to a clear demand for mobile travel services. This innovative service will help our customers make and manage their bookings at times to suit their increasingly hectic schedules, and enjoy the relaxed, stress-free experience of Silverjet from the minute they log-on, wherever they are. How very sivilised!'

Gerry Samuels, Executive Director, MTT, comments: 'Travellers are increasingly demanding access to airline services such as manage my booking and flight status when they are on-the-go, away from their PCs. There are already nearly 5003 million mobile internet users worldwide. MTT is delighted to provide the technology to power Silverjet Mobile, bringing a range of customer services to this increasingly important channel.'

With private terminals, fares to Dubai and New York starting at just £1,099 return, and a flight experience which includes a 30 minute check in, a flat bed, dedicated security, and meals by Le Caprice, Silverjet is proving increasingly popular with leisure and business travellers alike.

MTT (www.mttnow.com) provides the technology which powers leading worldwide mobile travel services. MTT enables airlines, hotel chains, car rental companies and travel intermediaries to launch their mobile services. MTT is headquartered in The Digital Hub, Dublin .




[i] Research taken from Forrester Research ‘Travel eBusiness Execs: Focus On Mobile Data Now’ Mobile Data Creates A New Way To Distribute Travel And Engage Travellers, May 2007

[ii] Research taken from Forrester Research ‘Travel eBusiness Execs: Focus On Mobile Data Now’ Mobile Data Creates A New Way To Distribute Travel And Engage Travellers, May 2007

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Silverjet bookings soar with American Express win

Silverjet has revealed that a recent contract win with American Express, one the world's largest corporate travel agencies, helped lift its passenger numbers by 23pc during February.

telegraph.co.uk