If you are traveling to Egypt, a visa is required for most nations but is easily obtainable upon arrival at major border crossings. I’ll focus here on arrivals at Cairo International Airport (CAI) and why I prefer a visa...
American Airlines Flight Attendant Pens Viral Resignation Letter
A viral resignation letter from a (soon-to-be former) American Airlines flight attendant helps us to understand that being a flight attendant is not all glitz and glamour. American Airlines Flight Attendant Resignation Letter: Poignant Reading Let’s first take a...
Warning: Frankfurt + Munich Airports Will SHUT DOWN On Friday
Planned industrial action means that Frankfurt (FRA) and Munich (MUC) airports will be closed to commercial travel on Friday. This will further compound flight delays and cancellations after yesterday’s IT meltdown at Lufthansa. Major German Airports Will Shut Down...
United Airlines Adds New Complimentary Snacks In Economy Class
United Airlines is adding a trio of new complimentary snacks to its onboard line-up for economy class passengers that will augment its current selection of free treats. United Airlines Adds New Free Snacks To Economy Class Line-Up Over 12...
Tucker Carlson Blames “Woke Biden” For Airline Safety Scares
Fox News host Tucker Carlson unloaded on the Biden Administration and “woke” hiring policies at airlines, asserting that recent safety scares can be blamed on Biden-sanctioned “equity-based” hiring practices. Does he have a point? Tucker Carlson Says Recent Airline...
Review: Royal Jordanian A319 Business Class
After a lovely time in Jordan, it was time to fly to Egypt. My short flight onboard a Royal Jordanian A319 in business class was very pleasant. Royal Jordanian A319 Business Class Review I booked my ticket using British...
With Massive Aircraft Order, Will Air India Become A Premium Carrier?
Air India has expressed intent to acquire a massive number of both Airbus and Boeing jets that will modernize and transform its fleet. Will Air India in the Tata Group era emerge as a leading premium carrier of the...
Why Do I Even Eat Airline Food?
I sometimes even surprise myself. How can I be so disciplined when it comes to dining at home and yet consume so much airline food in lounges or in the air that I would never consider eating at home?...
Of Course Southwest Airlines CEO Flew First Class On American Airlines…
When you’re blatantly disrespected and the environment is incredibly hostile, it makes sense to fly on the competition. Reports that Southwest Airlines CEO Bob Jordan flew on American Airlines in first class certainly make sense to me. Southwest CEO...
Cheapskate “Forced” To Carry Clothes Onboard In His Arms Because “Carry-On Bag” Was Too Big
Are we supposed to feel sorry for a dude who was too cheap to pay for a carry-on bag on Ryanair and was therefore forced to empty the contents of that bag and carry the clothes onboard in his...
Review: Royal Jordanian Crown Lounge Amman (AMM)
The Royal Jordanian Crown Lounge in Amman (AMM) has improved, with a number of elements that made for a very pleasant visit prior to my flight. Royal Jordanian Crown Lounge Amman Review (AMM) In short, I think this lounge...
American Airlines A321 Collides With Passenger Bus At LAX
Another weekend, another collision, this time at my home airport, Los Angeles Angeles International (LAX), with an American Airlines A321 colliding with a bus full of passengers. Collision At LAX: American Airlines A321 + Bus An empty American Airlines...
Chilling: United Airlines 777-200 Close Call Off Maui Coast
A previously unreported incident from December is chilling: a United Airlines 777-200 came just 775 feet–about five seconds–from hitting the Pacific Ocean after takeoff from Kahului Airport in Maui. Rapid Loss Of Altitude On United Airlines 777-200 After Maui Takeoff...
Why I Prioritize Flying Royal Jordanian Out Of Amman
When departing from Queen Alia International Airport in Amman, Jordan in a premium cabin or with frequent flyer status, there is a tremendous benefit to choosing Royal Jordanian over others: a far superior check-in and departure process. Royal Jordanian Offers...
Turkish Airlines Skips Super Bowl Ad, Focuses On Earthquake Relief
I don’t watch the Super Bowl for the halftime show, commercials, or the game itself, but I do look forward to the annual Turkish Airlines ad. This year, however, an ad from Turkish Airlines was conspicuously missing. But as...
Review: The St. Regis Amman
The St. Regis Amman located in the capital city of Jordan really impressed me. From the great service to the comfortable guest rooms to the luxe spa to the exquisite breakfast, there is much to like about this hotel....
American Airlines Pilots Rebuff Investigator’s Request For Recorded Interview, Prompting Subpoena
A trio of pilots at American Airlines involved in a near-miss with a Delta Air Lines jet at JFK last month have been subpoenaed by the NTSB after refusing the Board’s request for recorded interviews. What are these pilots trying...
Green Chili Frittata On United 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. Although unsightly, I found...
Wife Is Livid She Flew In Economy Class With Toddler On 14-Hour Flight While Husband Flew In Business Class, But She Should Be Grateful She Got To Go On Trip…
The internet is outraged over a man that left his wife and son in economy class while he flew business class. I’m not quite so outraged. Let me explain why. Wife Upset That She Is Stuck In Economy Class...
United Airlines Warns Flight Attendants To Be On The Lookout For Human Trafficking
Ahead of the Super Bowl on Sunday in Glendale, Arizona, United Airlines is warning its flight attendants to be on the lookout for human trafficking. United Airlines Sounds Alarm Bells On Human Trafficking, Particularly Around Super Bowl Ahead of...
