The Delta One Lounge in Los Angeles is much smaller than its counterpart in New York, but has the same blend of outstanding service, delicious food and drinks, and superb amenities that make it a compelling reason to choose...
Bill Maher Says New Dress Code At Spirit Airlines Requires The Suspension Of Flights To Florida…
How about a little humor to lighten our day courtesy of comedian Bill Maher and at the expense of Spirit Airlines and the fine folks of Florida? Bill Maher Thinks Spirit Airlines Has A Florida Problem With New Dress...
FAA Updates Guidance On NOTAMs, Mt. McKinley, And “Gulf Of America”
The Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) is updating its pilot language…and map book in a move that President Trump says is to “honor American greatness.” FAA Updates Language On NOTAMs, Gulf Of America, Mt. McKinley, As It Prepares For Musk...
The Last Airworthy Mars Flying Boat Makes Final Flight
On Monday afternoon, February 10, 2025, I was sitting with a colleague in a meeting in Palm Springs. Suddenly, we heard a loud noise and stepped outside, looking up to see a giant black propeller-driven aircraft overhead with a...
Review: Delta Air Lines 767-300 “Delta One” Business Class
My journey from New York to Los Angeles on a Delta Air Lines 767-300 in “Delta One” business class was a mixed bag, though the Delta One Lounge in JFK and LAX truly make up for what is now...
Delta Air Lines Doubles Down On DEI Commitment
While many corporations are distancing themselves from diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) initiatives in the new Trump era, Delta Air Lines appears to be moving in the opposite direction. Delta Air Lines Is Remaining “Steadfast” In Supporting DEI Initiatives...
“Where Are The Mormons?!” United Airlines Flight Diverts To Denver After Man “Hunts” For LDS Passengers Onboard
A United Airlines redeye flight bound for Chicago diverted to Denver after a burly man repeatedly sprang up from his seat, walked to the front of the aircraft, and argued with the crewmembers, eventually demanding that the Mormon passengers...
Review: Delta One Lounge New York (JFK)
While I did have high expectations entering this lounge, they were still exceeded: the Delta One Lounge at New York JFK is my new favorite lounge in the United States and has a host of amenities that make it...
Will You Join Me In Boycotting Lifemiles?
Avianca Lifemiles devalued again over the weekend, the second time in six months. Not only are prices higher, but there are reports of more flights being blocked from booking that should be available. As the very purpose of that...
Wild: Dude Decides To Use Another Resting Man As A Seat In SFO Airport
I’ve seen a lot of strange things in my travels over the years, but never a man–intoxicated or otherwise–using a stranger as a chair, which apparently recently occurred at San Francisco International Airport. But who was in on the...
Review: Chase Sapphire Lounge Boston (BOS)
The Chase Sapphire Lounge in Boston (BOS), specifically the Chase Sapphire Lounge by The Club lounge Boston, is an excellent lounge with a great decor and a respectable selection of food and drinks. Chase Sapphire Lounge Boston Review (BOS)...
Review: American Airlines Admirals Club Boston (BOS)
After stepping off my redeye on American Airlines, I had about 90 minutes before my connection and headed to the Admirals Club lounge in Boston (BOS). American Airlines Admirals Club Boston Review (BOS) AA has one lounge at Logan...
Foolish Traveler Busted In Singapore Airport For Shoplifting After He Returns To Scene Of Crime Five Days Later
A foolish traveler shoplifted while in transit in Singapore Changi Airport on his way out to his destination, but then foolishly also flew back home via Singapore, where police apprehended him for the product he had stolen days earlier....
Fascinating Statistics From SAS EuroBonus Million Mile Challenge (Updated)
We’ve now learned a bit more about the scale of participation in the SAS EuroBonus Million Mile Challenge, which includes some startling statistics about how many completed the challenge and where they came from. Initial reports that 6% of...
Hero: Alaska Airlines Flight Attendant Throat Punches Passenger Who Pulled Woman’s Hair And Would Not Let Go While Suffering “Psychotic Episode”
An Alaska Airlines flight attendant was forced to repeatedly strike a passenger in the throat after that passenger grabbed his seatmate by her hair and refused to let go. I commend this flight attendant for bravery and quick thinking....
RFK Jr. Adds Mysterious Blue Substance To His Drink In American Airlines First Class…
Robert F. Kennedy Jr, President Donald Trump’s nominee for Health and Human Services Secretary, was seen adding mysterious blue drops to his beverage on American Airlines. What is that blue liquid and what is it for? What Is The...
When Your Uber Driver Is Chatty….
I had a chatty Uber driver in Pittsburgh who got political fast in a ride that I was very thankful to complete. It was also a reminder for me about the importance of avoiding the overtly political, especially on...
Delicious Beef Puff Pastry (Kıymalı Kol Böreği) On Turkish Airlines
My Meal of the Week feature examines an airline meal from my travels over the years. This may be a meal from earlier in the week or it may be a meal served over a decade ago. Some flag carriers miss...
Review: American Airlines A321T Flagship Business Class (LAX-BOS)
I had one primary goal: to sleep, and in that sense, I could not have asked for more on my American Airlines A321T redeye flight in “Flagship” business class from Los Angeles to Boston. But it sure would be...
Can Gate Agents Please Enforce Carry-On Bag Limits?
Even as overhead bins grow larger, it’s time for airlines (gate agents in particular) to start enforcing carry-on rules. You know it really is possible to do this and not make every flight late… It’s Time To Start Enforcing...
