In an odd story out Russia, a Boeing 737 engine that caught fire prompted passengers to evacuate onto the wing of the aircraft. An Utair 737 flight planned for Moscow (VKO) to Makhachkala (MCX) was taxiing at Moscow Vnukovo...
Why Must I Always Demand My Elite Perks?
Must I be the one who is forced to assert the perks and benefits I am entitled to as an elite guest if I actually want them? I’m tired of being that guy. Earlier today I wrote about my...
First Impressions: Andaz Munich
I checked out the brand new Andaz Munich Schwabinger Tor this week and was very impressed. Hyatt’s eighth hotel in Germany is a beautiful stone edifice located in the heart of Munich. The lobby and other common areas are modern...
Next Up: Warsaw On Wizz Air
My sampling of low-cost-carriers in Europe continues with a flight on Wizz Air. I may regret it, but sometimes ultra low-cost-carriers are too good of a deal to pass up. When we are talking sub-tw0 hour flights, I really...
Why British Airways Turned Down More A380s
Rumors of a British Airways A380 acquisition never materialized. But it was not for lack of effort. Now we know why. In February, I wrote about British Airways’ willingness to purchase more A380s to save the program. At the...