UPDATE: Christopher Stuart Crittenden, 54, of Frederick, Maryland, has pleaded guilty to interference with airline personnel and will pay the United Airlines gate agent he knocked out $15,000 in restitution. He faces up to 10 years in prison. Crittenden admitted...
Delta Connection Pilot’s Unfiltered Debrief After Dramatic B-52 Near‑Miss In North Dakota
Delta Connection pilots encountered an unexpected guest on final approach to Minot: a B-52 bomber, which required an “aggressive maneuver” to avoid. The US Air Force has now responded. Delta Jet Makes “Aggressive Maneuver” To Avoid B-52 Bomber Delta...
Air France Accused Of Racial Bias After Moving Black Woman From Seat
A broken in-flight entertainment system onboard a transatlantic Air France flight turned into an even more uncomfortable incident after a passenger was moved to an open middle seat but her new seatmate became upset. Rather than telling him that...
American Express CEO Reveals Plan To Raise Platinum Card Annual Fee (Rumor: $895)
In true American Express fashion, a higher annual fee is all but certain to arrive for the Platinum Card this autumn, along with more “benefits” to justify it. Not only do we have a rumored number ($895), but a...
Top 10 Domestic Revenue Routes For Every US Airline
Here’s an interesting breakdown, flagged by Jon NYC, of the top 10 domestic routes for every US carrier in terms of revenue. Let’s take a look at the numbers, then I’ll offer some thoughts. Top 10 US Domestic Routes...
American Airlines Flight Attendants Side With Family Who Stole Man’s Seat
A young man understandably scolded a family who let their child steal the aisle seat he had paid extra for on American Airlines. But even worse is when American Airlines flight attendants seemed to side with the thieving family....
Coffee Pot: My Visit To Bill Maher And Woody Harrelson’s WeHo Cannabis Café
I stumbled upon a coffee shop in West Hollywood yesterday called Cafe Woods owned by Bill Maher and Woody Harrelson…how would the coffee measure up? Coffee At Cafe Woods in WeHo – Coffee, Not Cannabis, Please! Regular readers know...
United Airlines Considers Expanding Premium Economy Class
There’s a lot to unpack from United Airlines’ 2025 Q2 earnings call, but one conversation caught my interest that suggests that we might see much larger premium economy cabins on future United aricraft deliveries. United Airlines Sees Premium Economy...
“Shut Up, You Make Less Than Me!” Unhinged Millionaire Melts Down On American Airlines Flight
A shocking meltdown aboard an American Airlines flight from Charlotte to Denver saw a self-described “millionaire” passenger unleash a profanity-laced tirade, berating crew and fellow travelers, making wild threats, and throwing around boasts about his wealth and connections. I’ll...
“Basic” Business Class Is Coming To United Airlines—Here’s What To Expect
Days after Delta Air Lines confirmed plans to introduce a “basic” business class product, United Airlines has again confirmed it is looking at doing the same thing. Will basic business revolutionize business class or simply mark an easy way...
My Delicious Salad + Sandwich On JetBlue
I appreciate airlines that offer thoughtful buy-on-board meals for economy class passengers and thoroughly enjoyed both a sandwich and salad on a transcontinental JetBlue flight from the carrier’s EatUp Café menu. Salad + Sandwich From JetBlue EatUp Café We...
United Airlines CEO Says Focus Is On Profitability, Not Beating Delta
United Airlines CEO Scott Kirby claims he is focused on absolute profitability, not surpassing industry leader Delta Air Lines, even while candidly admitting Delta is the blueprint United has followed in recent years to increase revenue and profitability. United...
Florida Teen Arrested After “Bomb In My Pocket” Joke On Spirit Airlines Flight
A 16‑year‑old’s crude joke about “a bomb in his pocket” aboard a Spirit Airlines flight from Fort Lauderdale sparked a major security alert, leading to his arrest and a costly flight disruption. Teen’s “Bomb in My Pocket” Joke On...
Aegean Orders A321XLRs With Premium Cabins Likely Resembling JetBlue’s Mint
It appears Aegean Airlines will take delivery of Airbus A321XLR aircraft originally intended for JetBlue—and with them, launch new long-haul service to India. This is an exciting new chapter for the Greek carrier. Aegean To Acquire A321XLRs (From JetBlue?),...
The Plain Reason Delta Air Lines Is Launching Los Angeles – Chicago Service
Delta Air Lines is continuing to invest in its hub at Los Angeles International Airport (LAX) with the launch of a new nonstop service to Chicago O’Hare International Airport (ORD) starting in 2026. Despite the competitive nature of this...
JetBlue Seatmate Hits On My Wife, In Front Of Me And Kids…
A very bold young man flirted heavily with my wife on my JetBlue flight from Paris to New York, even though she was traveling with me and the kids and wearing a wedding ring. We all got a chuckle...
Bravo: TSA May Soon End Liquid Ban At Airport Security
Homeland Security Secretary Kristi Noem has floated the idea of lifting TSA liquid restrictions at airport security checkpoints in the United States, just days after the “shoes-off” requirement was lifted. TSA May Eliminate Liquid Restrictions Much Sooner Than 2040...
Gulf Air Returns To The U.S. With Nonstop Flights To New York
Gulf Air is making a return to the United States after a decades-long absence with new service between Bahrain and New York. Gulf Air Returns To The U.S. With New York JFK Service Bahrain’s national carrier will launch nonstop...
United Airlines Q2 2025 Results: Earnings Beat, Revenue Miss
United Airlines turned a profit in the second quarter of 2025, but investors appear unsatisfied with the pace of progress. United Airlines Reports Q2 2025 Profit, But Guidance Tempers Enthusiasm United Airlines posted strong second-quarter earnings, surpassing Wall Street...
Delta Air Lines Challenges United Airlines With New Los Angeles – Hong Kong Route
UPDATE: The new Delta Air Lines route from Los Angeles – Hong Kong is officially confirmed. The 7,260-mile flight will launch on June 6, 2026. Flights will operate daily. Delta will utilize an Airbus A350-900 on the route with:...
