United Airlines is out with a simple but powerful new coronavirus ad that truly makes me want to fly. The ad offer a series of metaphors linking different treasures of nature to different parts of our home. Imagery is...
Boeing Debates Future Of 747 Program
A furious internal debate at Boeing over the future of the 747 program will either extend the life of the program or end it by 2022. Supply Concerns Threaten Future Of Boeing 747 Program The problem is Triumph, which...
United Airlines Extends Travel Waiver To June 30th
United Airlines has matched American and Delta by extending its change fee waiver another month, now through June 30, 2020. In a memo to employees, United CEO Scott Kirby mentioned that demand for travel was slowly returning: “There are...
100,000 (And I Don’t Mean Miles)
Usually when I write about 100,000 I am talking about a credit card offer or achieving top-tier status. Not so today, sadly. Over the weekend, the New York Times ran a poignant front cover simply listing the names of...
United Airlines Forced Out Of HQ Due To Severe Flooding
Record-setting rain in Chicago forced United Airlines out of its world headquarters in Willis Tower. Two weeks later, the building remains closed. Heavy Rains + Flooding Hit Chicago, Including United Airlines From May 15-17, 2020, heavy rains pummeled Chicago,...
American Airlines Offers 250,000 Miles + Travel Benefits In Latest Termination Offer
While American Airlines CEO Doug Parker downplayed the risk of furloughs as recently as this month, a leaked document reveals AA plans to shed at least 30% of its management and support staff (MSS) in October. Voluntary separation packages...
C-Suite Leadership Shuffle At United Airlines
With Scott Kirby now in the captain’s seat, United is implementing a number of leadership changes effective June 1, 2020. Most notably, a new Chief Operating Officer (COO) has been appointed. A New Role For United COO Greg Hart...
Balkans Day 6: The Diverse Architecture Of Tirana, Albania
Tirana, Albania turned out to be one of my favorite stops on my road trip through the Balkans due to its diverse architecture, which juxtaposed the styles of Italian fascism and Soviet realism. Read more of my classic trip...
Wow: Lufthansa Board Rejects German Bailout
The Lufthansa Supervisory Board has rejected Germany’s bailout package over new EU-imposed slot restrictions. On Monday, Germany and Lufthansa agreed in principle on a €9 billion aid package. This was not a free gift, but a 4% loan with many...
Ryanair Vows To Fight “Illegal Subsidy” For Lufthansa
Never one to shy away from controversy, Ryanair CEO Michael O’Leary is on the warpath after Lufthansa and Germany reached an agreement on a €9 billion aid package. Calling the aid an “illegal subsidy”, Ryanair has vowed to fight it....
Why Is This Attractive Couple Suing Hilton?
A married couple is suing a Hilton Doubletree property in Denver, alleging the hotel allowed a voyeur to watch their congress. But I’d say the chances of recovery are premature. The incident allegedly took place last September. The 35-year-old...
Delta 777-200 Diverts After Pilot Becomes Incapacitated
Delta may not be running passenger flights on the Boeing 777, but continues to run cargo flights, including on some unusual routes. One flight, however, made a very unusual landing after a pilot became incapacitated. Last Thursday, Delta 3343,...
Will Hotels Back Off From Bulk Toiletries Due To COVID-19?
Hotels have been hit hard in recent months. With properties around the world slowly starting to re-open, will major chains now abandon plans to eliminate single-use toiletries due to COVID-19? Hotels Plan(ned?) To Introduce Bulk Toiletries Prior to the...
Germany Will Control 20% Of Lufthansa Group In Exchange For €9 Billion Bailout
Lufthansa and Germany have agreed to a €9 billion bailout that will provide a vital lifeline to the Lufthansa Group and give the German government two seats at the table. Germany will now is a part-owner of Austrian Airlines,...
2020 Memorial Day: Let Us Not Forget Death During A Time Of Death
A note to my American readers. This Memorial Day, it’s easier than ever to forget the death and sacrifice of military personnel who have died while serving in the United States Armed Forces. We must not do that. Memorial...
British Airways Prepares To Fire All Flight Attendants In Scheme To Slash Wages
British Airways is reportedly preparing to fire all its flight attendants, then rehire up to 75% of them at dramatically reduced pay. A note shared by flight attendant Hannah Chapman on Facebook details British Airways’ intentions: “On 15th June,...
KLM Previews The Dreary New Normal Of Flying…
All things considered, we’ll do just fine. Still, a KLM video showcasing safety throughout the travel experience projects the dreary new norm of travel. KLM Highlights Safety At Airport + Onboard As travel is set to ramp up further...
Cathay Pacific Faces Grave Threat As Massive Protests Loom In Hong Kong
A new security law for Hong Kong proposed by Beijing threatens to launch a new wave of deadly protests. That poses a grave threat to Cathay Pacific. New Beijing Law Stirs Resentment In Hong Kong On Friday, the National...
Balkans Day 5: Accused Of Espionage In Montenegro
The Dubrovnik – Podgorica, Montenegro bus journey was five hours without air conditioning, but still a beautiful drive. Podgorica turned out to be a cool city, even though we immediately regretted not spending the night in Budva instead. Oh...
Oscar Munoz’s Legacy At United Airlines
Earlier this week, Oscar Munoz stepped down as CEO of United Airlines, after nearly five years on the job. How should we evaluate his legacy? My friend Gary at View from the Wing called the Oscar Munoz legacy disappointing....
