US carriers want the Biden Administration to restrict foreign carriers from using Russian airspace, arguing it places them at a competitive disadvantage. The Biden administration is considering the request. Yes, the demand is self-serving. But is the right move,...
The Tragic Death Of A United Airlines Flight Attendant
Kayleigh Scott, a beloved United Airlines flight attendant and human being, has tragically died via suicide. The loss is a painful reminder of how fragile life is and that we must do more to stay in touch with friends...
Review: Avianca Lounge Bogotá (BOG)
The Avianca Lounge in Bogotá had some odd quirks but was not a bad place to wait to spend the bulk of my layover in BOG. Avianca Lounge Bogotá Review (BOG) I visited this lounge while connecting between international...
Great Coffee In Bogota Airport (BOG)
During my layover at El Dorado International Airport in Bogota I found some great coffee that helped me through the middle of the night. Best Coffee In Bogota Airport (BOG) My plane landed before 3:00 am and the lounge did...
Permanent Social Distancing In Bogota Airport
An escalator (of all things) at El Dorado International Airport in Bogota was a visible reminder of both overreaction and underestimation in a world turned upside down by COVID-19. Social Distancing Via Paint In Bogota Airport After stepping off...
Review: Avianca 787-8 Business Class
From London to Bogota I flew in Avianca Business Class on the Boeing 787-8. While the food was deplorable, I do think Avianca has potential (or perhaps better put, still maintains some premium elements) on its longhaul flights. Avianca...
Color Blind Pilot Sues United Airlines For Firing Him
While my initial reaction was that of incredulity, I will reserve all judgment in a lawsuit that pits United Airlines against a former pilot who was terminated by the company after he applied for disability due to being color...
Ryanair Savagely Trolls Passenger On Twitter
You have to hand it to the kids running the Twitter team at Irish budget carrier Ryanair as there’s never a dull moment. Like the poor guy who accidentally hit shift when typing his height… Ryanair Trolls Passenger On...
Hyatt Acquisition Provides Hints About All-Inclusive Future
Hyatt added another couple of hotels to its (All) Inclusive group this week and it may provide some hints about the future of the business segment for the chain. If you are considering booking travel or signing up for a new...
Private Jet Data May Point To Regional Bank Survival Plan
A Twitter user reported an unusually high number of private jets converging on one place, Omaha, Nebraska. Here’s why that might point to a regional bank survival plan. If you are considering booking travel or signing up for a new credit...
Review: Gild Hotel, A Thompson Hotel (New York City)
Gild Hall, a Thompson Hotel (Hyatt) near Wall Street in New York City is a great Hyatt Privé option in lower Manhattan. If you are considering booking travel or signing up for a new credit card please click here. Both support LiveAndLetsFly.com....
Review: Gulf Air 787-9 Business Class
From Bahrain to London I flew Gulf Air onboard a 787-9 in “Falcon Gold” business class. Overall, my experience was mixed, with some elements I loved and others that made me scratch my head. Gulf Air 787-9 Business Class...
Japanese Meal In United Airlines Business Class
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. Earlier this week, I...
How Southwest Airlines Plans To Avoid Future Meltdowns
Southwest Airlines has laid out a three-point plan it says will help the carrier avoid future meltdowns that characterized its operational performance earlier this winter. Let’s explore what Southwest has pledged. Southwest Airlines Offers Three-Point Plan To Avoid Future...
Review: Gulf Air Falcon Gold Lounge Bahrain (BAH)
I spent the night in the Gulf Air Falcon Gold Lounge in Bahrain between Gulf Air flights. There is a lot to like about this lounge, which represents a lounge fitting for a flag carrier’s hub airport. Gulf Air...
Push To Ban Lap Infants Is Misguided
I’ve said it before and I’ll say it again: actions have consequences, often unintended, and if the goal is to preserve life, then you cannot think about a single policy without weighing its foreseeable ramifications. Sara Nelson, known as...
Ouch! Lush Tasered By Airport Police After A Few Too Many Margaritas…
A man who appeared to be under the influence of alcohol was tasered by airport police after resisting arrest. Police Taser Intoxicated Man Who Confessed To Drinking “About” Three Margaritas While Waiting For Flight At Airport Bar Asked how...
Drunken Brits Who Caused Flight Diversion To USA Released After Only Two Months In Jail
Two British citizens have been released from a US prison after pleading guilty to interfering with flight attendants and assault on a flight from Mexico to England that was forced to divert to the United States. Brits Plead Guilty,...
Are You Allowed To Trade Your First Class Seat With Someone In Economy Class?
Earlier today I wrote about an incident that occurred onboard an American Eagle flight in which two flight attendants bickered over whether a first class passenger could swap seats with a man in economy class so that she could...
Catering Improvements Move Forward On United Airlines, Despite Quarterly Loss
Despite declaring an unexpected quarterly loss, United Airlines is moving forward with more catering improvements in April 2023, including the return of Japanese meals. Catering Improvements Move Ahead On United Airlines In April 2023 Every month, United has returned...
