JetBlue announced last night that it would no longer allow customers who purchase basic economy tickets to bring larger carry-on items onboard. This is a terrible idea that will backfire. JetBlue Introduces Carry-On Ban For Basic Economy Fares The...
A Symphonic Tour Through Singapore
I found myself looking through cancelled itineraries this afternoon, including a flight from London to Singapore in the new A380 Singapore Suites. While I maintain that travel will rebound this year, there are many trips, including my trip to...
My Private Jet Experience On A United Airlines 787
As grim as the pandemic is, it certainly is a wonderful time to travel. Earlier this month I had to fly to London on a family matter and (nearly) had the entire 36-seat 787-8 business class cabin to myself....
Marriott CEO Arne Sorenson Dead At 62
Tragic news today, as Marriott announced the passing of CEO Arne Sorenson, 62. He passed away yesterday, February 15, 2021, due to pancreatic cancer. Marriott CEO Arne Sorenson Loses Battle To Pancreatic Cancer Sorenson became the first CEO not...
Lufthansa Wants To Swap Large Jets For Smaller Ones
Lufthansa is in talks with both Airbus and Boeing to modify existing aircraft orders, potentially replacing widebody jets with smaller aircraft. Lufthansa In Discussions To Downsize Jet Orders Speaking virtually, Lufthansa Chief Executive Officer Carsten Spohr told the London...
Abraham Lincoln, A Hero Through The Ages
Abraham Lincoln is an American hero and should be commemorated as one. As an avid traveler and student of U.S. history, few men have positively shaped history in the way in which Lincoln did. Let’s not forget that in...
United Airlines Saves 2,100 Connections…In One Day
I’ve written before about United Airlines ConnectionSaver, United’s technology which holds flights for connecting passengers without jeopardizing on-time arrival or onward connections for others. Winter storms recently put United’s program to the test and the result was 2,100 connections...
Terrorist Attack Targets A320 At Saudi Airport
Iran-aligned Houthi rebels in Yemen have again attacked Abha International Airport in Saudi Arabia, dropping a bombs and damaging a civilian Airbus A320 aircraft. Flyadeal Airbus A320 Targeted in Terrorist Attack in Saudi Arabia The attack occurred last Wednesday...
Saliva COVID-19 Testing Could Be Key To Travel Rebound
We’ve seen or experienced nasal or throat COVID-19 testing…and perhaps even anal testing. But could saliva testing be the avenue to produce rapid and accurate test results and thereby restore confidence in travel? Saliva COVID-19 Testing: Less Invasive, More...
Delta CEO Skips Another White House Meeting
It is being reported that Delta CEO Ed Bastian skipped another White House meeting yesterday, which continues a trend. What is about the White House, if anything, that keeps Bastian away? Delta CEO Ed Bastian Skips Another White House...
Airline Executives Beg White House To Reject Domestic Testing
U.S. airline executives had a unified message for the White House during a virtual summit on Friday: no domestic testing. U.S. Airline Executives Oppose Domestic Testing At White House Meeting Airline executives from across the industry joined a virtual...
U.S. Files Complaint Against Israel For Unequal Airline Treatment
The U.S. Department of Transportation has filed a complaint with Israel, noting that El Al has continued to fly “repatriation” flights while U.S. carriers have been locked out. U.S. Files Complaint Against Israel After Ben Gurion International Airport in...
United Airlines Adds AHA Orange Grapefruit Sparkling Water
United Airlines will soon add a new sparkling water drink onboard from AHA…and also cut an existing passenger-favorite. United Airlines Adds AHA Sparkling Water A flight attendant let Live and Let’s Fly know that United will discontinue Dasani Lime Sparkling...
In Memoriam: Thai Airways First Class
I’m really going to miss Thai Airways First Class, one of the most well-rounded and aspirationally achievable first class products. Thai Airways Cuts 747-400 + A380 – The End Of First Class? This week, Thai announced that it will...
United Airlines Delays Return To JFK…Again
United Airlines will push back the resumption of its service to New York JFK by another month, citing low demand. United Airlines Delays JFK Service Resumption Last autumn, United announced it would return to New York JFK after a...
Wow: United Airlines Adds Orange County – Honolulu Service
United Airlines will add service between Orange County and Honolulu this summer, another unconventional route perfect for the unconventional age in which we live in. United Airlines Adds Orange County – Honolulu Flights Starting on May 6, 2021, United...
Photos: Flying Over Frozen Lake Michigan
Earlier this week I had to travel via Chicago and saw something I’ve never seen before: a partially-frozen Lake Michigan. While that may be an annual event for Chicagoans and other Great Lakes residents, it was a new experience...
United Airlines Now Charges Flat Rate For Infant Award Tickets
In a very positive development, particularly in light of my recent struggles with American Airlines, United Airlines will now charge a reasonable flat rate for international infant award tickets depending upon region and cabin of service. Flat Rate Pricing...
Delta Challenges United + Southwest In Los Angeles
Delta Air Lines will challenge United Airlines and Southwest Airlines with a pair of new routes from Los Angeles International Airport while abandoning two routes it faced no competition on. Delta Adds Los Angeles – Houston Service, Challenging United...
How Southwest Airlines Could Gain From Air Namibia’s Collapse
Have you ever wondered why Southwest Airlines uses the IATA code WN instead of SW? The primary reason is because SW was already taken…but may soon be available again. A Rare Opportunity For Southwest Airlines, Courtesy Of Air Namibia...
