My friend Gary Leff of View From The Wing indicted Los Angeles officials and Delta CEO Ed Bastian for not wearing a mask at a dedication for the new Delta terminal at Los Angeles International Airport. First, I don’t even...
Review: Air France A330-200 Business Class
While I would avoid the Air France A330-200 in business class if traveling on a longhaul flight if you have a choice, it was perfect for my short flight to Tunis and even on a longer flight represents a...
Australia International Arrivals Experience (2022)
A friend of mine flew to Australia earlier today and shared his international arrivals experience with me, which I found so immensely helpful I want to share it with all of you. Entering Australia right now is still pretty...
I Flew From Los Angeles To Tokyo For Lunch
I took frequent day trips to New York during the pandemic, taking advantage of low fares and easy upgrades to enjoy hours of uninterrupted time to work and reflect. I’ve also done some crazy mileage runs, including to Sydney....
Review: Air France Lounge 2F Paris CDG (Gorgeous…)
The recently-completed Air France Lounge in Terminal 2F at Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport (CDG) is truly a delight to visit. Air France Lounge 2F Paris (CDG) Review I paid for business class on my trip to Tunis more...
United Airlines Operates First-Ever U.S. Flight From Berlin Brandenburg
United Airlines flight 963 from Berlin to Newark yesterday marked the first-ever flight from the German capital’s new Brandenburg Airport to the United States. United Airlines Returns To Berlin, Flies First-Ever Nonstop Flight To USA From Brandenburg Airport After...
Will Smith Should Frighten Flight Attendants
Look, I know we all have bad days and Will Smith has apologized for his outburst at the Oscars last night that included slapping Chris Rock in the face…but his behavior (and the audience’s reaction) should be a concern...
Was Hacking Behind China Eastern 737 Crash?
Could hacking have been behind the crash of a China Eastern 737 NG in a mountainous area of southern China? China Eastern 737 NG Crash – Was Hacking Plausible Or Impossible? Yesterday, Kyle laid out a number of viable...
The Problems For Russian Airlines Are Just Beginning
With harsh sanctions continuing and no end in sight to the quagmire in Ukraine, Russian airlines are preparing to deploy cannibalistic tactics in order to survive the year. Russian Airlines Prepare To Cannibalize Spare Parts – Let The Problems...
Review: Hyatt Place Paris Charles De Gaulle Airport
For a one-night stay before my early flight out of CDG, the Hyatt Place Paris Charles De Gaulle Airport worked out very well as a comfortable an inexpensive option. Hyatt Place Paris Charles De Gaulle Airport Review Booking I...
Extended Prison Sentence Likely For Woman Who Brutally Assaulted Southwest Airlines Flight Attendant After Latest DUI Incident
Vyvianna Quinonez, the woman who made headlines around the world last year for brutally assaulting a Southwest Airlines flight attendant is now facing an extended prison sentence after she violated her plea deal by being arrested for driving under...
United Airlines Upgrading Premium Cabin Meal Service To India, Israel
United Airlines in introducing fresh menus, local flavors, and more personalized service in Polaris business class and Premium Plus premium economy class on flights to Israel and India. United Airlines Will Debut New Menus On Flights To India, Israel...
Review: Air France A319 Business Class
Air France has really scaled back its in-flight product on shorter intra-Europe flights, making it far less attractive to splurge for business class. My A319 flight from Amsterdam to Paris demonstrated Air France is still in the COVID-19 mindset....
U.S. Extends Slot Waiver Protection For Legacy Carriers
Bad news if you are a consumer: the U.S. Federal Aviation Administration has extended its “use it or lose it” slot requirements waiver into autumn 2022, giving airlines much more flexibility in their spring and summer international schedules. These...
United Airlines Scraps Berlin, Prague Routes
As United Airlines prepares for what it hopes will be the busiest transatlantic summer season ever, two new routes will not take-off as planned. United Airlines Cancels Berlin, Prague Routes, Citing Market Conditions This week, United Airlines removed two...
Beautiful Qantas Ad A Reminder Of Darker Days
Qantas has released a beautiful new ad that is perfectly timed for the re-opening of Australia. While highly moving, the poignant ad is a sad reminder of what Australians endured during the pandemic, but sounds a note of optimism...
Flight Diverts After Screaming Woman Demands Babies Shut Up And People Stop Looking At Her
A Jet2 flight traveling to Turkey diverted to Austria after a passenger onboard got into a flight with other passengers, the flight crew, and eventually resorted to physical violence and attempted to open the emergency exit door. She now...
Review: KLM Crown Lounge 25 Amsterdam (Schengen)
While not nearly as large or lush as the intercontinental Crown Lounge, the Schengen area KLM Crown Lounge 25 in Amsterdam (AMS) offers basic amenities and a welcome alternative to the gate area for European departures. KLM Crown Lounge...
Review: KLM Crown Lounge 52 Amsterdam (Intercontinental)
The KLM Crown Lounge 52 in Amsterdam, located in the Non-Schengen area of Schiphol Airport, is a superlative lounge with excellent food and drink and unique features that make it one of my favorite lounges in Europe. KLM Crown...
Boeing Chief Technical Pilot Found Not Guilty In 737 MAX Trial
The former chief technical pilot of the Boeing 737 Max program was found not guilty of deceiving regulators after less than two hours of jury deliberation. Not Guilty: Boeing 737 MAX Chief Technical Pilot Spared Jail Time Mark Forkner...
