While headlines celebrate what appear to be cuts in partner premium cabin award pricing at United Airlines, a closer look reveals a more nuanced story: the savings apply to elites and co-brand cardholders rather than everyone. That’s still a...
United CEO Scott Kirby Plays 4D Chess At The White House
Flanked by Vice President JD Vance and Secretary of Transportation Sean Duffy, United Airlines CEO Scott Kirby heaped praises on the Trump administration and echoed Republican calls to immediately reopen the government without strings attached. Folks, I see this...
American Airlines Calls On Congress To End “Unacceptable” Government Shutdown
American Airlines has joined Delta Air Lines in publicly urging Congress to end the government shutdown, warning that continued strain on the aviation system will soon impact travelers and airline operations alike. American Airlines Calls On Congress To End...
Shutdown Hits First Class: Delta Air Lines Calls On Congress To End The Stalemate
Delta Air Lines has broken its public silence over the ongoing federal government shutdown, urging Congress to end the impasse as travel operations across the country begin to strain under staffing shortages and delayed paychecks for federal workers. Delta...
Will Flight Delays Finally End The Government Shutdown?
The moment the federal shutdown begins to visibly degrade airport operations, through staff shortages, delays, and cancellations, is likely when travel pressure will finally force a resolution. Maybe it’s time for a little pain? Why Travel Delays Could Force...
Wild “Service” Dog Runs Away From Owner…Scampers Down JFK Terminal
There are many ways to spot a fake service dog, but one particularly stands out: when the animal does not behave. That was the giveaway that that very cute little dog on my transcontinental flight was not really a...
“Act Your Wage!” Delta Regional Flight Attendants Told They Don’t Get Paid To Argue With Passengers
A memo circulating among regional flight attendants for Delta Air Lines’ subsidiary Endeavor Air has drawn attention after the union instructed crew members to “act your wage” and avoid arguing with passengers, even over rule enforcement. Delta Regional Flight...
Lufthansa Flight Diverts After Passenger Stabs Teens With Metal Fork
A Lufthansa flight from Chicago to Frankfurt was diverted to Boston after a man allegedly stabbed two teenage passengers with a metal fork during the meal service, according to federal authorities. Lufthansa Flight Diverted After Passenger Allegedly Stabs Teens...
Don’t Like Basic Economy? Don’t Buy It!
A long-winded article in Slate lamenting the proliferation of basic economy actually does a great job of showing why it is valuable as an airfare option. Basic Economy Works Because Travelers Choose It Slate published a piece by Alex...
JetBlue Will Introduce “Mini Mint” Premium Cabin Across Airbus Fleet
In July 2024, I exclusively reported that as JetBlue seeks to innovate in response to persistent losses and a blocked merger with Spirit Airlines, it plans to introduce a domestic first class cabin it will call “Mini Mint” across...
American Express And Delta Just Made Salt Lake City One Of The Best Airport Layovers In America
Salt Lake City just became one of the most comfortable airport layovers in America. With both Delta Air Lines and American Express opening new premium lounges, the travel experience at SLC has taken a dramatic step forward. Two New...
JetBlue Will Open Posh Airport Lounges In New York + Boston
UPDATE: As flagged by One Mile At A Time, JetBlue Lounge has just confirmed the opening of its first lounge is imminent. In late 2025, JetBlue will open an 8,000-square-foot lounge at New York JFK Terminal 5 In 2026,...
She Was Right To Refuse To Pay New York Taxi Driver For Frivolous Ride
A video shows a heated exchange between a woman and cab driver, arguing over the fare and the route he took. Generally speaking, I think a taxi driver who cheats you does not deserve even a small portion of...
Alaska Airlines Pivots On West Coast, Handing A Gift To United Airlines
Last week I covered Alaska Airlines’ new route additions from San Diego, representing assertive growth in a California airport Alaska sees as underserved. But those new flights did not come out of thin air; they came at the expense...
LA Dodgers Manager Suggests Canadian Government “Intent” Behind Delayed Flight From Toronto To Los Angeles
A long travel day with an extended flight delay turned into a thinly veiled suggestion from Los Angeles Dodgers manager Dave Roberts of something more. LA Dodgers Manager Muses Whether There Was “Intent” Behind Delayed Flight From Canada To...
Delta’s New José Andrés Menu Looks Surprisingly Good (Even If The Press Release Wasn’t)
Delta Air Lines is updating its in-flight dining experience with a new partnership that brings the flavors of Spain to the skies. Yes, the press release is overkill, but I think the menu choices sound very appealing. Delta Air...
My United Airlines Seatmate Put Her Feet On The Bulkhead…And Ate My Cheese!
My seatmate was really something on a recent United Airlines flight… My Special Seatmate On United Airlines I flew from Los Angeles (LAX) to Chicago (ORD) on United Airlines. As always, unless you buy a first class ticket, your...
“You Want Me To Pull My Gun?” Uber Confrontation Turns Ugly After Passenger Cries Fat Discrimination
Another viral Uber confrontation over a so-called “passenger of size” shows how tone, not just circumstance, can turn an uncomfortable encounter into a flashpoint. “Too Fat For My Car?” Uber Passenger’s Rude Behavior Ends With Driver Threatening To Pull...
Delta Air Lines Signals Middle East Ambitions With Atlanta–Riyadh Flight
Delta Air Lines is expanding to Riyadh, Saudi Arabia with a new route that raises questions about strategy, subsidies, and long-term goals. Delta Air Lines Confirms Atlanta–Riyadh Flights As Part Of Riyadh Air Partnership Delta CEO Ed Bastian has...
Second Guest Dies at Disney World’s Contemporary Hotel
A guest death at Disney’s Contemporary Resort casts a shadow over the magic of Walt Disney World. The Scene Behind the Headlines Last week at Walt Disney World’s Contemporary Resort at the edge of its Magic Kingdom park the...
