United Airlines has rolled out Touchless ID at Salt Lake City International Airport (SLC), a fortress hub for Delta Air Lines, for travelers enrolled in the TSA PreCheck program. United Airlines Expands Touchless ID To Salt Lake City I’ve...
British Airways Slashes Catering, Tells Flight Attendants To Stop Saying “Sorry”
British Airways is telling its flight attendants to stop saying “sorry” for catering cuts as it attempts to slash catering onboard even as its competitors improve meals onboard. As British Airways Cuts Premium Cabin Catering, It Tells Its Flight...
My Indian Visa Scare At Paro International Airport
It was time to head home from Bhutan and I had booked a rather complicated route back on three separate tickets. While trying to check in for my Bhutan Airlines flight to Delhi, I encountered an Indian visa issue...
Inside The Delta Air Lines $500 Million Lawsuit Against CrowdStrike
Delta Air Lines claims, in a newly-filed lawsuit, that CrowdStrike was negligent in pushing through an update that crippled its systems, leading to an operational meltdown that cost the carrier $500 million. But CrowdStrike continues to mock Delta, insisting...
Opinion: Boeing Workers Can Ask For More, And They’ll Get It
Boeing labor groups remain on strike despite an offer for a 35% raise. But they can hold out for more and they will get it. If you are considering booking travel LiveAndLetsFly.com appreciates your support. If you haven’t followed us on Facebook or Instagram,...
Report: Americans Avoiding Travel During Election Week
The upcoming election has some travelers changing their plans and either delaying or forgoing travel during the upcoming US presidential election. If you are considering booking travel LiveAndLetsFly.com appreciates your support. If you haven’t followed us on Facebook or Instagram, add us today. Thanksgiving...
Spirit Airlines Gold Status Members Receive New Upgrade Perk
Spirit Airlines alerted Free Spirit Gold status members to a new upgrade benefit this week further ascending among the best programs in the country. If you are considering booking travel LiveAndLetsFly.com appreciates your support. If you haven’t followed us on Facebook or Instagram, add...
Review: Bhutan Spirit Sanctuary
I spent my last two nights in Paro at the Bhutan Spirit Sanctuary, a five-star wellness-inclusive luxury resort that is part of the Small Luxury Hotels of the World (SLH) group and Mr. & Mrs. Smith and partners with...
JetBlue’s New Transatlantic Chilled Menu Beats Expectations…
Last month I highlighted that JetBlue has–at least temporarily–transitioned to only cold meals on transatlantic flights. I got a chance to try the new cuisine…and still walked away amazed at how fresh and delicious an airline meal can be....
Boisterous Child Placed Between Two Strangers On United Airlines While Father Hides In Rear Of Aircraft
An uncomfortable seating situation involving a mother and her lap child turned even stranger when it was discovered that the father was also seated onboard…far away. Mother With Lap Child Poaches Extra Legroom Seat On United As Father Looks...
My Magnificent Journey To Tiger’s Nest In Bhutan
No trip to Bhutan is complete without visiting Paro Takstang, more commonly known as Tiger’s Nest Monastery, which sits perched high up on a rugged cliff outside of Paro. Here’s a pictorial guide recounting my journey to Tiger’s Nest...
Passenger Sues JetBlue Over “Bodily Injuries” From Ice Cream Sandwich Served Onboard
A New Jersey woman has sued JetBlue over an ice cream sandwich it served onboard, alleging she suffered “bodily injuries” from the frozen treat that was “dangerously cold.” Woman Sues JetBlue Over Frozen Ice Cream Sandwich Karla Quinonez alleges...
Qatar Airways Permits FaceTime, Zoom Onboard. Could It Work In USA?
With the introduction of Starlink, Qatar Airways has made it easier than ever to conduct video calls onboard through services like FaceTime or Zoom. Would this be workable in the USA? With FaceTime And Zoom Now Easier Than Ever...
Qatar Airways Debuts World’s First Boeing 777 Starlink Flight: A Call With Elon Musk
Qatar Airways has launched its first Boeing 777 aircraft with Starlink internet, a breakthrough in in-flight wi-fi commemorated via a special onboard phone call with Elon Musk. Qatar Airways Debuts Starlink On 777 With Elon Musk Phone Call On...
False Alarm: American Airlines 777-300ER Makes U-Turn Over Pacific Ocean
UPDATE: The Aviation Herald reports the American Airlines 777-300ER U-turn was related to cabin pressurization: An American Airlines Boeing 777-300, registration N725AN performing flight AA-73 from Los Angeles,CA (USA) to Sydney,NS (Australia), initially climbed to FL280 and was enroute...
Under Pressure From “Wolf Of Wall Street,” Southwest Airlines Announces Early Retirement Of Executive Chairman, Shuffles Board
Under pressure from Elliott Investment Management, Southwest Airlines announced its Executive Chairman will retire early and that it will place six “independent” members on its Board of Directors. Southwest Airlines Announces Six New Board Members, Early Departure Of Bob...
Man Claims First Class Downgrade To Economy Class Killed His Dog On Alaska Airlines
A man has sued Alaska Airlines for the death of his bulldog, alleging a downgrade from first class to economy class on a transcontinental flight was to blame for the death of his beloved dog. Man Blames Death Of...
Boeing Strike Continues After Machinists Reject 35% Raise
Boeing machinists rejected a contract offer on Wednesday that would have ended a six-week strike, claiming the deal was not generous enough. Days after reporting chilling financials exacerbated by an idle production line, what’s next for the beleaguered aerospace...
SAS Latest Carrier To Add Service To Greenland
Greenland is having its moment. As Greenland prepares for the opening of its new airport in Nuuk, carriers are adding service. Today, SAS announced it too would begin flying to Nuuk in 2025, adding direct competition to Greenland’s lifeline...
American Airlines Fined $50 Million For Mistreatment Of Passengers With Disabilities
The US Department of Transportation announced a $50 million fine against American Airlines this morning, alleging mistreatment of passengers with disabilities that, in some cases, caused physical injury. American Airlines is calling it a mutually-agreed settlement. DOT Fines American...
