I was saddened this week by news that Burma, also known as Myanmar, had suffered another military coup. It brought back memories of my first trip there in March 2013 shortly after it had re-opened to international travelers. My...
My COVID-19 Vaccination Experience
One reason I shared about my COVID-19 experience yesterday was to set-up today’s post, in which I share about my vaccination experience. My COVID-19 Vaccination Experience On Tuesday, I received received my first jab. In this post, I want...
My First Flight (A Lufthansa Review From My Daughter)
Nearly four years ago, my son Augustine offered a “review” of his first flight, a United 787-9 from Los Angeles to London. In the spirit of equality, my daughter Claire Marie will offer her own “impressions” of my recently-reviewed Lufthansa...
Intoxicated Passenger Headbutts Flight Attendant When Told To Wear Mask
A passenger is in oceans of trouble after allegedly consuming a half gallon of vodka prior to boarding his flight, then assaulting a flight attendant when he was asked to wear a mask. Intoxicated Man Headbutts Flight Attendant When...
United Airlines Flight Attendant Union Disputes “Secret Vote” Characterization
Yesterday, I wrote about a decision by the Association of Flight Attendants (AFA) to decline to pursue a new involuntary furlough mitigation program (IVFMP) ahead of looming job cuts in April. Many flight attendants and the AFA took issue with...
My Battle With COVID-19…
My name is Matthew. I am one of the 26 million Americans who was infected with COVID-19. Thankfully, my symptoms were mild overall and my convalescence brief. Still, this is a virus I would wish on no one. My...
Fly The A380 First Class On ANA For $970
With border restrictions placing severe limits on international travel, ANA has offered monthly “flights to nowhere” onboard its iconic Airbus A380 aircraft. Next month it will offer two flights instead of one, with first class seats selling for under...
Senior United Airlines Flight Attendants Choose To Preserve Their Jobs At Expense of Junior Colleagues
When it comes to flight attendants, seniority is king. Senior flight attendants at United Airlines have chosen to preserve their jobs without seeking a new involuntary furlough mitigation program (IVFMP) when federal aid expires in April that could more...
UPDATE: “African American” Service Fee On American Airlines Was Capital One Coding Error
Despite widespread charges of manipulation, a black passenger did receive a charge from American Airlines on her bank statement labeled an “African American” service fee. Capital One Assumes Responsibly For “African American” Service Fee On American Airlines When Live...
Travelers Eat 66 Pounds Of Oranges In 30 Minutes To Avoid Baggage Fees
Unexpected baggage fees can sting like a squirt of citrus in your eye. But four travelers teamed up to make lemonade out of lemons–actually orange juice out of oranges–after being faced with exorbitantly higher baggage fees to transport their...
Qantas CEO Optimistic Over Project Sunrise
Qantas CEO Alan Joyce believes the pandemic will ultimately increase demand for point-to-point travel. That’s especially important if Qantas moves ahead with its “Project Sunrise” ultra-longhaul flight program. Qantas Affirms Project Sunrise 2024 Target Speaking Eurocontrol’s Aviation StraightTalk Live,...
United Airlines Quietly Adds Disabled Exception To Mask Policy
United Airlines is joining American Airlines in adding a disabled exception to its mask policy in order to comply with a new federal mandate. United Airlines Adds Exception To Mask Policy For Disabled Passengers U.S. airlines, including United Airlines,...
American Airlines Adds Mask Exemption For Disabled Passengers
The new U.S. federal mandate on masks allows for a limited number of exemptions, including for passengers with disabilities. American Airlines now says it is adjusting its mask policy and will allow passengers claiming a disability to travel without...
Review: Lufthansa A350 Business Class
I was impressed by both great service and tasty meals on my very first Lufthansa A350 flight. This business class review covers my journey from Los Angeles to Frankfurt with my wife and two children. Lufthansa A350 Business Class...
Pictures: New JetBlue Mint Suites + Mint Studio
JetBlue has unveiled its re-designed Mint business class product and introduced a new concept called Mint Studio, which will offer unparalleled spaciousness and privacy on an Airbus A321. All new suites will have closing doors. JetBlue Unveils Next-Generation Mint...
American Airlines Charges Black Couple An “African American” Service Fee
A couple was shocked to find an unexpected service charge from American Airlines on their bank cards: an African American service fee. American says it is disturbed and blames Mastercard. Black Couple Charged “African American” Service Fee On American...
Cute: Baby Kangaroo Hops Down Aisle On American Airlines Flight
While emotional support animals will soon be banned on American Airlines, one last kangaroo managed to slip onboard and hop down the aisle, much to the delight of those onboard. A Cute Kangaroo On American Airlines The kangaroo appeared...
Federal Mask Mandate On Planes Is Regress, Not Progress
Late on Friday night, the Centers for Disease Control issued its new order for wearing masks on airlines, which Live and Let’s Fly already covered in detail. The mandate creates broad new exceptions that will embolden poor behavior on...
Details: New Federal Mask Mandate On Airplanes
Late on Friday night, the Centers for Disease Control issued its new rule for wearing masks on airlines. Let’s breakdown the new rule. New Federal Mask Mandate On Airplanes The new CDC order, also issued under the authority of...
Taste Test: United’s First Class Breakfast Sandwiches
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. United is currently offering...
