JetBlue and American Airlines surprised by the world by announcing a strategic partnership today that will introduce codesharing routes and reciprocal benefits for frequent flyers. While the “enemy of my enemy is my friend” argument comes into play, the...
Aeroflot’s Dream Of Glory Mimics Russia’s
Aeroflot Russian Airlines dreams of glory. It wants to become a swanky, luxurious, powerful airline heralded by the world and sought after by elites. Sounds like Mother Russia, doesn’t it? Aeroflot Dreams Of Glory A lot of change is...
Norwegian Accuses Boeing Of Fraud And Breach Of Contract
Escalating beyond harsh words, Norwegian filed a lawsuit against Boeing on Monday alleging “gross negligence, fraud and breach of contract.” Lawsuit Details: Norwegian Sues Boeing Norwegian recently cancelled orders for 97 aircrafts, a mix of 92 Boeing 737 MAX...
United Airlines Introduces Branded Face Masks For Employees
At United Airlines, face masks are about to become a uniform accessory. United is rolling out a branded, reusable face covering for most frontline employees starting next month. New Branded Face Masks Coming To United Airlines United Airlines was...
My Predictions For The Future Of Alaska Airlines Mileage Plan
With Alaska Airlines accelerating its membership into the oneworld alliance, I’d recommend you enjoy the present Mileage Plan program while you still can. The loyalty program itself isn’t going anywhere, but I predict its value is, even as most...
Scary: Emirates Flight Attendant Remains Jailed In Dubai
It really is concerning that 23-year-old Emirates flight attendant Derrin Crawford remains jailed in a Dubai prison. Either we are missing something from the story or you really need to watch your company when visiting the UAE. Emirates Flight Attendant...
United Airlines Promotes Touchless Interactions With New Technology
Hoping for that battlefield upgrade or standby seat? You won’t have to deal with a gate agent any longer thanks to a new touchless technology update from United Airlines that will alert you without having to approach the podium....
The Summer Of Staycation
As I predicted, states across the nation including my own Golden State of California are shutting down again. We may be weeks or even days away from another full shutdown and other sates are considering similarly harsh measures. It...
Passenger Sues American Airlines After Flight Attendant Shook Her “Violently” For Using Extra Blanket
A passenger is suing American Airlines for what seems like a horrific example of a flight attendant named Thor abusing his authority. Woman Claims American Airlines Flight Attendant Violently Shook Her And Accused Her Of Blanket Theft Nathalie Sorensen...
American Airlines “Investigating” Ted Cruz Mask Incident…
We live in politically charged times and no seemingly mundane issue has become so politically charged as whether to wear a face mask in public. Now Ted Cruz finds himself surrounded in controversy and the spotlight of an American...
A New Airline Ticket Paradigm: No Advance Payments
With the word changing so fast around us, perhaps it is time to set aside old ways of thinking about paying for airline tickets and embrace a new approach that no longer mandates pre-payment. But would a deferred payment...
Flight Attendant Union Battles United Airlines’ Base Closure Plan
After failing to find an amicable solution, the union representing United Airlines flight attendants has invoked a formal grievance process to battle the base closure of three international domiciles. AFA Launches United Flight Attendant Base Closure Battle Last month, United...
