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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.
United Airlines

United Airlines Plans For Growth At Newark Airport

Matthew Klint Posted onJune 29, 2021June 29, 2021 10 Comments
United Airlines Newark Airport

United Airlines plans to grow at Newark Liberty International Airport, with more flights, more clubs, and more premium seats. United Airlines Eyes Growth At Newark Airport This autumn, United expects to resume its full pre-pandemic schedule of flights out of...

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United Airlines

Confirmed: United Airlines Will Add Seatback Screens To Older Aircraft

Matthew Klint Posted onJune 29, 2021November 14, 2023 29 Comments
an airplane with rows of seats

UPDATE: In April, Live and Let’s Fly was first to report that United Airlines would add seatback screens to its older jets. At the time, United refused to confirm details on the record, prompting questions as to whether United...

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United Airlines

United Airlines Will Modernize Mainline Jets With New Interiors

Matthew Klint Posted onJune 29, 2021November 14, 2023 6 Comments
an airplane with rows of seats

United Airlines not only announced a new aircraft order today, but announced an ambitious goal to update all narrow-body mainline jets with modern interiors in a bid to standardize its fleet, an initiative known as United Next. United Airlines...

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Details: United Airlines Orders 270 New Aircraft

Matthew Klint Posted onJune 29, 2021November 14, 2023 7 Comments
a group of airplanes in the sky

It’s official. United Airlines is ordering 270 new aircraft; a mix of Airbus and Boeing narrbowdy jets. In fact, by 2023, United will be accepting delivery of one jet every three days. United Airlines Orders 270 New Aircraft As...

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San Francisco SFO

What Would You Do During A 10-Hour Layover At SFO?

Matthew Klint Posted onJune 28, 2021November 14, 2023 59 Comments
Golden Gate Bridge over water with a sunset

What would you do during a 10-hour layover at San Francisco International Airport (SFO) with two young children? 10-Hour SFO Layover As much as I love flying nonstop, sometimes taking advantage of particularly attractive fare requires a connection and/or...

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United Airlines

United Airlines Invites Employees To Add Gender Pronouns To Email Signatures

Matthew Klint Posted onJune 28, 2021November 14, 2023 46 Comments
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United Airlines has invited employees to add gender pronouns to their email signatures, a move it says is aimed at creating a more inclusive workplace. United Airlines Encourages Employees To Use Gender Pronouns In a memo to employees reviewed...

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Hotels

I’m Not Tipping More To Subsidize Hotel Corporate Profits…

Matthew Klint Posted onJune 28, 2021November 14, 2023 29 Comments
a person holding a stack of towels

Sorry, but I’m not about to tip hotel workers more so that hotels can pay them less and pocket the extra profits, a dimwitted idea from a major hotel CEO. No, I Won’t Tip Hotel Workers More To Line...

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United Airlines

United Airlines Returns To Profitability As It Prepares To Announce Huge Aircraft Order

Matthew Klint Posted onJune 28, 2021November 14, 2023 6 Comments
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Ahead of tomorrow’s big aircraft order announcement, United Airlines has announced an expected return to profitability for July 2021. United Airlines Returns To Profitability Speaking in a pre-recorded message to employees, CEO Scott Kirby said: “I’m proud to share...

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American Airlines

Surprise: Passengers Bring Their Own Alcohol (In Larger Quantities) When Airlines Don’t Sell It Onboard

Matthew Klint Posted onJune 28, 2021November 14, 2023 23 Comments
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American Airlines CEO Doug Parker confirmed what we longed suspected: when passengers are not sold alcohol onboard, they bring it themselves and consume it illicitly, often in larger quantities than the portion-controlled miniature bottles available onboard. American Airlines CEO...

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WestJet

WestJet’s Newest Brand Video Made Me Cry

Matthew Klint Posted onJune 26, 2021November 14, 2023 7 Comments
a man wearing a face mask sitting in a plane

As Canadians begin to ramp up flying once again, WestJet released a lovely brand video that actually made me cry. It’s worth a watch. New WestJet Brand Video Brings Tears To My Eyes Trying to describe it will not...

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Air Serbia

These Lovely Air Serbia Flight Attendants Were The Best Ever

Matthew Klint Posted onJune 26, 2021November 14, 2023 21 Comments
two women wearing masks and standing in a plane

While the ground experience in Istanbul left much to be desired, Air Serbia more than made up for it with an incredible crew and impeccable service on the short journey to Belgrade. A Special Thanks To Two Special Air...

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Southwest Airlines

Four Hospitalized After Turbulence On Southwest Airlines Flight

Matthew Klint Posted onJune 26, 2021November 14, 2023 10 Comments
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A trio of flight attendants and a passenger were taken to a Salt Lake City hospital after a Southwest Airlines 737 experienced turbulence prior to landing. Turbulence On Southwest Airlines Prompts Hospitalizations Southwest Airlines Flight 1753 from Chicago Midway...

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Southwest Airlines

Southwest Airlines Cancels Or Delays Over 1,500 Flights

Matthew Klint Posted onJune 26, 2021November 14, 2023 10 Comments
a blue airplane on a runway

If you’re traveling on Southwest Airlines this weekend brace yourself for potential delays or cancellations. Caution: Southwest Airlines Cancels Or Delays Flights In Latest Meltdown On Friday, Southwest cancelled 246 flights and delayed 1427 flights, roughly 45% of its...

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American Airlines

Prince Harry Flies American Airlines First Class To London…In Sweats?

Matthew Klint Posted onJune 25, 2021November 14, 2023 41 Comments
a plane flying in the sky

Prince Harry was seen jetting to London in first class yesterday, again choosing American Airlines over British Airways or Virgin Atlantic. One passenger on the flight claims she saw the Duke of Sussex onboard in sweats. Prince Harry Returns...

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United Airlines

As Recovery Looms, United Airlines Takes A Victory Lap

Matthew Klint Posted onJune 25, 2021November 14, 2023 15 Comments
a white airplane on a runway

United Airlines is patting itself on the back for how it has positioned itself to emerge from the pandemic stronger than ever. It has also made clear that the operational difficulties American Airlines is currently experiencing will not happen...

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Air Serbia

Air Serbia’s Deplorable Ground Experience In Istanbul

Matthew Klint Posted onJune 25, 2021November 14, 2023 18 Comments
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My first reintroduction to Air Serbia in three years was not a good one…not a good one at all. While Air Serbia remains a top-tier carrier, its ground experience in Istanbul leaves much to be desired. Air Serbia Ground...

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United Airlines

United Airlines “Switch To Economy” Upgrade

Matthew Klint Posted onJune 25, 2021November 14, 2023 7 Comments
a plane with many seats

While it’s being reported as if it is brand new, United Airlines has offered a great feature since February to upfare your basic economy ticket instead of forfeiting its value called a “Switch to Economy” upgrade. Don’t Forfeit Your Cheap...

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Spirit

Teenager Claims Man Fondled Her On Spirit Airlines Flight And Crew Dismissed Her

Matthew Klint Posted onJune 24, 2021November 14, 2023 6 Comments
a person with a medical device attached to their arm

A very disturbing allegation on Spirit Airlines after a teenager claimed a man seated behind her continually reached forward to grope her. When she complained, flight attendants told her to sit down and be quiet. Spirit Airlines says it...

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Four SeasonsHotel Reviews

Review: Four Seasons Istanbul At The Bosphorus

Matthew Klint Posted onJune 24, 2021November 14, 2023 19 Comments
a large white building with a fountain in front of it

The Four Seasons Istanbul at the Bosphorus proved to be one of the finest hotels I have ever stayed in, with remarkable service, delicious food, and exquisite accommodations. This hotel is a splurge, but you will not find a...

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Frontier

Frontier Airlines Rescinds “Covid Recovery Charge”

Matthew Klint Posted onJune 24, 2021November 14, 2023 12 Comments
an airplane on a runway

UPDATE: Frontier Airlines has rescinded its Covid Recovery Charge. A spokesperson noted: “Frontier Airlines has made the decision to rescind its Covid Recovery Charge of $1.59 per passenger per segment that was implemented in May. “The charge, which was...

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