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Matthew Klint

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Matthew is an avid traveler who calls Los Angeles home. Each year he travels more than 200,000 miles by air and has visited more than 135 countries. Working both in the aviation industry and as a travel consultant, Matthew has been featured in major media outlets around the world and uses his Live and Let's Fly blog to share the latest news in the airline industry, commentary on frequent flyer programs, and detailed reports of his worldwide travel.
British Airways

29-Hour Delay On British Airways

Matthew Klint Posted onAugust 23, 2022November 13, 2023 8 Comments
a plane on the runway

For passengers on British Airways flight 2613, a colossal 29-hour delay into London Heathrow was marked by a string of small problems that turned into a large nightmare. A String Of Issues Leads To 29-Hour Delay On British Airways...

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CroatiaTrip Reports

Introduction: A Summer Getaway To Dubrovnik

Matthew Klint Posted onAugust 22, 2022November 13, 2023 14 Comments
a beach with umbrellas and people on it

Welcome to my next trip report, which will recount my brief summer journey to Dubrovnik, Croatia earlier this month. A Summer Visit To Dubrovnik, Croatia You might recall I flew Lufthansa First Class on my birthday in order to...

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Delta Air LinesGhanaNews

Ghana Bans A Delta 767-300 From Flying To Accra

Matthew Klint Posted onAugust 22, 2022November 13, 2023 22 Comments
a plane on the runway

After a fuel imbalance issue issued prompted charges of racism, Ghana has ordered Delta Air Lines not to fly the Boeing 767-300 in question on flights to Accra. Furthermore, it has requested that Delta not to use any 767-300...

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Meal of the WeekUnited Airlines

The Ugly But Delicious Brioche Burger On United Airlines

Matthew Klint Posted onAugust 22, 2022November 13, 2023 39 Comments
a burger on a paper wrapper

It may have been the ugliest burger I’ve ever been served, but goodness it was delicious. I do love the latest brioche burger on United Airlines. Taste Test: Brioche Burger With Bistro Sauce On United Airlines One of the...

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Law In Travel

Minimum Seat Sizes On U.S. Airlines?

Matthew Klint Posted onAugust 22, 2022November 13, 2023 25 Comments
a row of seats in an airplane

The Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) is considering minimum seat sizes on U.S. airlines. Is this something we should celebrate or something we should be wary of? Should FAA Mandate Minimum Seat Sizes On U.S. Airlines? In 2018, Congress directed the...

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Ethiopian AirlinesNews

Ethiopian Airlines Suspends Pilots Accused Of Falling Asleep In-Flight

Matthew Klint Posted onAugust 22, 2022November 13, 2023 7 Comments
Ethiopian Airlines Pilots Asleep

Ethiopian Airlines has offered a diplomatic statement that neither confirms nor denies that two of its pilots fell asleep and overshot the runway in Addis Ababa, raising concerns over safety and pilot fatigue. However, the statement does that the...

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California

Escaping The LA Summer Heat In Santa Barbara

Matthew Klint Posted onAugust 20, 2022November 13, 2023 13 Comments
two children playing on the beach

Greetings from Santa Barbara, California, where I am enjoying some family time this weekend and escaping the harsh summer heat of Los Angeles. Change Of Venue, Change of Climate – Escaping The Los Angeles Summer Heat In Santa Barbara...

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Spirit

How A Celebrity Skateboarder Skillfully Avoided Spirit Airlines Carry-On Fee

Matthew Klint Posted onAugust 20, 2022November 13, 2023 18 Comments
a collage of a boy and a skateboard

A celebrity skateboarder took drastic measures to avoid paying a carry-on fee on Spirit Airlines. Skateboarder Avoided Spirit Airlines Carry-On Fee Through Drastic Action Whether you are a celebrity, politician, or just an occasional traveler, Spirit Airlines restricts your...

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Law In TravelNews

Buttigieg Gives U.S. Airlines An “Ultimatum”

Matthew Klint Posted onAugust 20, 2022August 20, 2022 61 Comments
Buttigieg Consumer Protections

U.S. Transportation Secretary Pete Buttigieg has warned that if airlines do not improve upon their “unacceptable” performance in terms of operations and consumer protections, new regulations protecting passengers will become necessary. Buttigieg Warns More Consumer Protections If Airlines Do Not...

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United Airlines

My “Early” United Airlines Flight?

Matthew Klint Posted onAugust 19, 2022November 13, 2023 36 Comments
a screen shot of a computer

We often run into delayed departures, but for the first time I ran into an “early” flight departure on United Airlines… My United Airlines Flights Departs “Early” From LAX I was flying from Los Angeles (LAX) to New York...

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American Express

American Express Platinum Travel Is Exasperating

Matthew Klint Posted onAugust 19, 2022November 13, 2023 145 Comments
a woman holding her head and a credit card

As the world of miles and points evolves and airline loyalty programs raise prices while restricting reasonably-priced awards, we’ve seen the relative value of direct redemptions via Chase Ultimate Rewards or American Express Membership Rewards for air travel increase....

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Brazil

Drunk Passenger Destroys Airplane Seats During Violent Outburst

Matthew Klint Posted onAugust 19, 2022November 13, 2023 18 Comments
a man in a white shirt and glasses on a plane

A dunk passenger who had passed out on a domestic flight in Brazil startled those attending to him by violently kicking the seats in front of him after being awakened. Drunk Passenger Destroys Airplane Seats After Being Awakened From...

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BrazilNews

Brazil Drops Mask Requirements At Airports And On Airplanes

Matthew Klint Posted onAugust 19, 2022November 13, 2023 39 Comments
a woman wearing a blue hat and a blue hat

Travelers in Brazil are no longer obligated to wear masks at airports or on airplanes per a new government directive, effective immediately. Brazil No Longer Requires Masks On Airplanes Or In Airports After two years of strict masking regulations,...

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Travel

After A Bad Flight, Taco Bell Saves The Day

Matthew Klint Posted onAugust 18, 2022November 13, 2023 38 Comments
a quesadilla on a paper wrapper

Folks, there’s nothing like a bit of comfort food after a long flight with bad food served onboard. I’m thankful Taco Bell is open late. Taco Bell After A Long Flight With Bad Food I mentioned it in passing...

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Flight AttendantUnited Airlines

As United Airlines Goes On Hiring Spree, Should It Recall International Flight Attendants?

Matthew Klint Posted onAugust 18, 2022November 13, 2023 64 Comments
a collage of people holding signs

While taxpayer bailouts protected all U.S. airline jobs during the pandemic, United eliminated its international crew bases and many of those flight attendants are still without a job, even as United is now hiring new flight attendants. Should United...

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Award BookingsUnited Airlines

A Tale Of Two 1K Agents At United Airlines

Matthew Klint Posted onAugust 18, 2022November 13, 2023 36 Comments
a woman wearing headphones and using a computer

Who you deal with on the phone when you call an airline matters greatly, even when you have elite status. A recent pair of interactions with United Airlines demonstrates this vividly. Two United Airlines 1K Phone Agents: Two Very...

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Air Canada

Air Canada CEO Still Blaming Pandemic For Nightmare Summer Of Travel…

Matthew Klint Posted onAugust 18, 2022November 13, 2023 15 Comments
a plane flying over water

Air Canada CEO Michael Rousseau sent out a conciliatory note to all Aeroplan members, apologizing for the rough summer of travel but insisting that the situation is improving. But his “pandemic” defense is getting stale. “Pandemic” Defense From Air...

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NewsUnited Airlines

United Airlines Will Add Premium Economy To Remaining 767-300 Aircraft

Matthew Klint Posted onAugust 17, 2022November 13, 2023 28 Comments
a row of seats in an airplane

United Airlines will be updating the remainder of its 767-300 fleet to add Premium Plus, United’s premium economy seat. United Airlines Will Offer Premium Economy On All 767-300 Aircraft Currently, United has a fleet of 38 Boeing 767-300 aircraft....

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American Airlines

American Airlines: No Difference Between First Class And Business Class

Matthew Klint Posted onAugust 17, 2022November 13, 2023 51 Comments
a seat in an airplane

A passenger who was downgraded from first class to business class found out what American Airlines really thinks about its premiere first class product. American Airlines Says First Class And Business Class Are Not Different Because Both Have Lie-Flat...

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Musings

Woman Preaches To Captive Audience At Amsterdam Schiphol Airport

Matthew Klint Posted onAugust 17, 2022November 13, 2023 39 Comments
a woman pointing at something

A video has gone viral of a short-term missions worker preaching in the gate area of Amsterdam Schiphol Airport. Was her conduct appropriate? The Amsterdam Airport Preacher: Woman Boldly Preaches In the Gate Area Of AMS A young woman...

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