A note to Congress from America’s most prominent airline lobbyist helps us to understand why we experienced so many delays and cancellations in 2021: we just didn’t get airlines taxpayer money quickly enough. Oh yes, and security breaches. How...
There’s So Much To Love About ANA
All Nippon Airways (ANA) is one of my favorite airlines and I wanted to share a video with you that nicely captures the very heart of the Japanese airline. ANA Disembarking Video Shows All There Is To Love About...
United Airlines CEO Discusses Omicron Variant, Mandatory Boosters
United Airlines CEO Scott Kirby is not worried about the omicron variant and even views it as a potential turning point in moving from a pandemic to endemic. While he made no long-term promises, Kirby also said United has...
Robert Isom To Replace Doug Parker As American Airlines CEO
Doug Parker has announced he will step down as the CEO of American Airlines on March 31, 2022, making official what had been leaked months ago. HIs loyal lieutenant, Robert Isom, will take over as AA’s new Chief Executive...
Review: ANA 787-9 Business Class
From Tokyo to Bangkok I flew an ANA 787-9 in business class operated by Air Japan. For this flight, I elected to embrace the Japanese menu in full and once again enjoyed a delightful ANA flight with superb service...
Woman Breastfeeds Her Cat On Delta Flight (Lurid Details From Flight Attendant)
A woman was observed breastfeeding her cat on a Delta Air Lines flight to Atlanta and refused to stop when confronted, according to the hilarious account of a flight attendant onboard. Woman Breastfeeds Her Cat Onboard Delta Flight, Refused...
George Clooney Turned Down An Easy $35 Million To Film Airline Ad
Actor George Clooney has shared that he turned down $35 million to film a one-day airline ad, but refused to to name the airline. However, he has offered us some clues. George Clooney Turns Down $35 Million To Film...
Fauci Says U.S. Is “Reevaluating” Africa Travel Ban
As initial data suggests the omicron variant may not be as lethal as initially feared, the U.S. is considering loosening its ban against foreign travel from South Africa and several other nations in southern Africa. U.S. May Loosen Africa...
United Confirms Selective Elite Status Extension, Announces Reduced Earning Requirements For 2022
United Airlines has confirmed that select MileagePlus members were granted a status extension and also announced that elite qualification requirements will be reduced once again next year. United Confirms Elite Status Extension – Limited To Select MileagePlus Members In...
Photo Essay: Tokyo Haneda Airport During Pandemic
We are truly living in a unique moment in time. As I look back on my photos of Tokyo Haneda Airport during my trip through last month, I am amazed that a once-bustling mini-metropolis now feels like a ghost...
My “Insurance Meal” In The ANA Lounge Tokyo
Even as I try to broaden my palate, I still find it difficult sometimes to enjoy new and different tastes. Prior to a Japanese meal in ANA business class, I enjoyed some comfort food in the ANA Lounge. Just...
United Airlines Silently Extends MileagePlus Elite Status
Without fanfare or any sort of announcement at all, United Airlines has extended the elite status of some MileagePlus members for another full year and extended the validity of PlusPoints for 6-12 months. United Airlines Extends MileagePlus Elite Status...
This Is Why People Hate Rental Car Companies…
There are many reasons why people hate car rental companies, but perhaps most paramount is due to hidden fees and unexpected charges that renters often find in their final invoice. I’ve been victim to that as have countless other...
Review: ANA 777-300ER “The Room” Business Class
All Nippon Airways always impresses, but I walked off my flight from London to Tokyo with a huge smile on my face. Business class on the ANA 777-300ER, called “The Room,” is among the best premium cabin products in...
U.S. Considers New Rules For Airline Refunds
As a steep uptick in airline complaints persists compared to pre-pandemic levels, the U.S. Department of Transportation is considering new rules governing airline refunds. New Regulations Under Consideration Concerning Airline Refunds In U.S. During the early stages of the...
My Seatmate Throws A Hissy Fit Over His First Class Breakfast
This morning I flew from Los Angeles to Denver on United Airlines in first class. Breakfast was served onboard. When my seatmate wound up with his second choice, he threw a hissy fit for the ages. A Hissy Fit...
United Airlines Operates First Passenger Flight Using 100% Sustainable Aviation Fuel
United Airlines made history on Wednesday by operating the world’s first-ever passenger flight using 100% sustainable aviation fuel (SAF). United Airlines Flies First Flight With 100% Sustainable Aviation Fuel + Passengers Onboard The flight took off from Chicago O’Hare (ORD)...
Japan Orders Airlines To Stop Selling Flights To Japan, Then Rescinds Policy
In a surprising move, the government of Japan told airlines to close reservations for inbound fights to Japan for the next month due to growing concerns over the omicron COVID-19 variant. But after facing pushback from returning Japanese citizens,...
Federal Mask Mandate Extended To March 2022
If you were hoping to ditch that mask onboard your flight in January, think again. The federal government is reportedly planning to extend the federal mask mandate through March 18, 2022, representing an additional two-month extension. Report – Federal...
Live Trip Report: Dignity Returns To United Airlines First Class
Greetings from 28,000 feet, as I travel back to Los Angeles from Las Vegas. In celebration of the return of glassware and ceramic cups onboard United Airlines, I took a brief trip to Las Vegas this morning. Dignity Returns...
