A Delta Air Lines 767-300 traveling from Berlin to New York diverted to Amsterdam after a mechanical delay onboard forced the flight crew to declare an emergency. These old birds are really starting to show their age. Delta 767-300...
Southwest Airlines Captain Puts Witless Comedian In His Place
While I do think commercial airlines pilots should be polite rather than patronizing, sometimes a stinging rebuke is necessary. That was the case when a witless comedian made a stupid alcohol joke in front of a Southwest Airlines captain....
Why Was A United Airlines Flight Attendant Dressed Like This?
A United Airlines flight attendant served the cabin in khaki pants and an untucked blue shirt. Is there something I am missing like United adapting Southwest Airlines uniforms? Odd Flight Attendant Uniform On United Airlines A reader asked me,...
Man Puts Delta Flight Attendant In Chokehold, Holds Shard Of Broken Glass To Her Neck, Threatens To Cut Off Her Head
A bloody passenger was finally subdued after grabbing a Delta Air Lines flight attendant, holding a shard of broken glass against her neck, and threatening to kill her if anyone came close. Bloody Incident On Delta Air Lines Flight...
Frontier Airlines Check-In Cutoff Will Not End Well…
Cutting off flight check-in at 60 minutes prior to departure is punitive and will lead to airport chaos, harm against employees, and many angry passengers. On the other hand, it might be that Frontier Airlines has valid grounds for...
Amazing British Airways Billboard In London
How have I possibly missed this over the last decade during my several visits to London? British Airways has an amazing interactive billboard that shows what flight is overhead. British Airways Interactive Billboard We began our summer holiday with...
United Airlines 767-300 Suffers Likely Hull Loss After Rough Landing
A United Airlines 767-300 will likely never fly again after a rough landing in Houston that caused structural damage. What happened and who is to blame? Rough Landing Of United Airlines 767-300 In Houston Removes Aircraft From Service The...
Trump Team Uses Skiplagged To Book Hidden City Airline Tickets
A financial disclosure by the political action committee of former President Donald Trump indicates his team has used Skiplagged to engage in hidden city ticketing to reduce travel expenses. Trump Super PAC Uses Skiplagged To Save On Airfare, Underscoring...
United Airlines Updates Domestic Amenity Kits
United Airlines is updating its domestic premium cabin amenity kits with new route-specific collaborations with smaller companies. United Airlines Refreshes Amenity Kits On Key Domestic Routes The amenity kit has been updated on both premium transcontinental flights and flights...
I Flew United’s 777-200 With Eight Seats Across In Business Class…
It was like rewinding the clock back over a decade, but I had the chance to fly on a United Airlines “high density” 777-200 in business class on a recent transcontinental flight. While not a bad seat by any...
A Learning Moment For United Airlines
A passenger with autism claims she was not cared for properly by United Airlines. Since United apparently promised to help her in the first place, this mishap serves as an important learning moment for United Airlines. Passenger With Autism...
150% Virgin Atlantic Transfer Bonus (Today Only) With Bilt
If you hold a Bilt Mastercard (no annual fee), do not forget that today is “Rent Day” with double points in key purchase categories plus a lucrative bonus of up to 150% on Virgin Atlantic Flying Club transfers (but...
Swiss National Day – Fireworks Over The Rhine In Basel
I’m in Germany for my summer holiday and enjoyed fireworks last night over the Rhine River in Basel in celebration of Swiss National Day. Swiss National Day 2023 I was at a dinner party this year on the Fourth...
Karen Needs Her Personal Space On United Airlines…
I try hard to avoid using the “Karen” term because I know too many wonderful Karens, but a “Karen” incident on United Airlines involving personal space really leaves me rolling my eyes…kudos to the gate agent for handling the...
Would H1-B Visas Solve The Pilot Shortage?
If the pilot shortage is real and the response is to greatly increase pilot pay, should airlines be lobbying regulators to make it easier to recruit foreign pilots via more H1-B visas? Could Pilot Shortage Be Solved Through More...
Patronizing American Airlines Captain Lays Down The Law
On the one hand, I do appreciate much of the sentiment expressed by the American Airlines captain who “laid down the law” concerning onboard ettiequte ahead of a flight. On the other hand, his patronizing tone and one specific...
Oshkosh Tragedy: Multiple Fatal Crashes At Largest Air Show
A number of fatal air incidents have befallen the world’s largest air show, EAA AirVenture in Oshkosh, Wisconsin this weekend. If you are considering booking travel or signing up for a new credit card please click here. Both support LiveAndLetsFly.com. If you...
Flying United The Next Two Days? I Have PlusPoints Expiring
Readers and friends, I have 220 PlusPoints good for United Airlines flights in the next two days. If you want your trip upgraded, let’s make it happen. If you are considering booking travel or signing up for a new credit card...
Travel Plans Through The End Of The Year – A Big Finish!
The last five months of the year hold big things for myself and my family with a ton of trips booked and lots of firsts for both our son Frankie and the rest of us. If you are considering...
Alaska Airlines Alienates Us Again With Starlux Launch
Alaska Airlines has gone from being one of my favorite loyalty programs to one of my least favorite. The botched Starlux launch demonstrates once again that you should exercise extreme caution before trusting Alaska Airlines. Alaska Airlines Botches Starlux...
