Yesterday I shared about my Air France flight from Paris to Los Angeles onboard a 777, but there was one detail I neglected to mention: the man who thought it would be a great idea to do stretching and...
Review: Air France 777 Economy Class
Our early morning flight from Paris to Los Angeles was pleasant onboard an aging but comfortable Air France 777 in economy class. The Air France economy class experience is solid. Air France 777 Economy Class Review (CDG-LAX) After a...
Air France Lounge LAX: Outstanding
I raved about the new Virgin Atlantic Clubhouse lounge so it is only proper that I give credit to Air France for its outstanding lounge at Los Angeles International Airport (LAX). Air France Lounge LAX – My First Impressions...
Review: Air France Hop Embraer 190 Economy Class
Our Air France HOP! Embraer 190 economy class flight from Mulhouse to Paris was a quick and easy jaunt to position us for our connection to Los Angeles. I appreciate this comfortable aircraft and that Air France still offers...
First Look: New Air France La Première First Class
Earlier today, Air France officially unveiled its new La Première first class cabin and my assessment is that it looks stunning…I would have expected nothing less from the French carrier. First Look At Chic New Air France La Première...
Air France Captain Resigns Due To Environmental Guilt
A senior Air France pilot has resigned from his position, citing environmental guilt. I cannot recall a previous occasion in which a commercial pilot quit due to “eco-anxiety.” Let’s unpack what prompted this decision. Air France Pilot Quits Job,...
Review: Air France A320-200 Economy Class
I’m live-blogging my SAS EuroBonus SkyTeam Million Mile challenge this week. Click here for background and route information. My two-hour Air France A320-200 economy class trip from Paris to Tunis was uneventful, but on an aircraft I hope to...
Chilling In Air France Lounge Sauna
I’m live-blogging my SAS EuroBonus SkyTeam Million Mile challenge this week. Click here for background and route information. After arriving too late at the Hilton Madrid and then again too late at the Marriott CDG Airport to sit in...
SAS Exits Star Alliance For SkyTeam With Air France-KLM Gaining 19.9% Share
Air France-KLM has completed its acquisition of a 19.9% non-controlling stake in Scandinavian Airlines System (SAS), a move that will lead to much closer commercial ties and has seen SAS pivot from Star Alliance to SkyTeam. The Future Of...
First Look: Beautiful New Air France Lounge At Los Angeles (LAX)
The new Air France Lounge at Los Angeles International Airport (LAX) opened earlier today. Here are some photos and observations from the beautiful new lounge space. First Look At New Air France Lounge At LAX This lounge is located...
Air France Shreds Checked Bag…
I suppose it’s a bit much to hope your checked bag will arrive without a scratch or a dent, but one Air France passenger found his bag was delivered shredded. Literally shredded. Man Arrives in Athens After Air France...
Air France First Class Upgrades Become Even More Elusive
You snooze, you lose. My plan to buy a business class award ticket on Air France and upgrade during check-in was dashed by a new policy change that further tightens just who is eligible for upgrades to first class...
Review: Air France 777-300ER Economy Class
There was much to like about Air France 777-300ER in economy class from Los Angeles to Paris, though a mostly-empty flight (after an 18-hour delay) certainly made a material difference in terms of our comfort. Overall, we enjoyed excellent...
Air France Boycotts Customer Support On Twitter
Air France has stopped providing customer support on Twitter, blaming Twitter’s updated terms and conditions. The move makes reaching customer service at the French airline even more difficult. Air France No Longer Offering Customer Support On Twitter Air France...
Air France-KLM Business Class Seat Assignment Fees: Unwelcome Yet Reasonable
Air France-KLM will begin collecting a fee for non-status passengers to pre-reserve seats in business class. While an unwelcome and customer-unfriendly move, the policy change is reasonable. Air France-KLM Will Charge For Advance Seating In Business Class As flagged...
10.5 Hours In Air France 777-300ER Economy Class…
All things considered, my family enjoyed a lovely flight from Los Angeles to Paris onboard an Air France 777-300ER in economy class. First Impressions: Air France 777-300ER Economy Class For our winter trip to Germany this year we chose...
My Air France Flight Cancelled: No Paris, But €2400…
My Air France flight from Los Angeles to Paris was cancelled and we lost our day in Paris, but at least we will get €2400 out of it thanks to EU261/2004. Air France Flight Cancelled That flight diversion I...
Air France 777-300 Diverts After Engine Shutdown Over London
An Air France 777-300 traveling to Los Angeles encountered engine trouble over London and was forced to dump fuel and return to Paris. Air France 777-300 Diverts After Oil System Issues Force Engine Shutdown Near London Here’s a snapshot...
My Voluntary Downgrade From SWISS First Class To Air France Economy Class…
After canceling our SWISS First Class trip to Zurich, I booked us four tickets on Air France to Paris…in economy class. The seasonably reasonable Air France Flying Blue fares offer great value for family travel. Family Matters: From SWISS...
Review: Air France Lounge Boston (BOS)
The Air France “dungeon” in Boston Logan (BOS) is not the most cheerful setting, yet I find it has improved and is no longer a lounge I would actively avoid. Air France Lounge Boston (BOS) Review Location + Access...
