Delta Air Lines CEO Ed Bastian has labeled President Donald Trump’s tariff policy “the wrong approach” and vowed that Delta would suspend pending Airbus aircraft deliveries before paying any tariffs on new planes. Airbus Orders In Jeopardy After Delta...
Tragic Helicopter Crash in Hudson River Claims Six Lives, Including Family from Spain
In a tragic incident this afternoon, a sightseeing helicopter crashed into the Hudson River near Jersey City, resulting in the deaths of all six individuals onboard. The aircraft, a Bell 206 operated by New York Helicopter Tours, was carrying...
American Airlines Jets Clip Wings At DCA With Members Of Congress Onboard
In a concerning incident at Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport (DCA) today, two American Airlines regional jets collided on the taxiway, one with six members of Congress onboard, marking yet another mishap at this busy airfield. Another DCA Incident:...
Sky Club Or BBQ Joint? Delta Lounge Member Packs Bag With Ribs And Chicken
In open rebellion against the terms and conditions of Delta SkyClub access, one hungry (or perhaps greedy is the better word…) passenger loaded his bag with plates of ribs, chicken, sides, and chocolate chip cookies. A banana or apple...
Medical Emergency On United Flight: My Wife, An ICU Nurse, Answered The Call
While I am not at all surprised, I am so proud of my wife Heidi after she stepped up to the call of duty when a medical emergency occurred onboard her United Airlines flight from Los Angeles to Chicago...
The Very Crowded Lufthasna Business Lounge In New York (JFK)
I feel like calling this report about the Lufthansa Business Lounge in New York JFK a “review” is a bit of a stretch, so let’s let’s just leave it as a report. Lufthansa Business Lounge New York (JFK) –...
Review: Primeclass Lounge New York (JFK – T1)
The Primeclass Lounge in New York JFK Terminal 1 is far nicer than the Primeclass Lounge in Terminal 4 and offers a clean and quiet space with a respectable food selection and friendly service. Primeclass Lounge JFK Terminal 1...
Review: Turkish Airlines Lounge New York (JFK)
Crowded and warm, the Turkish Airlines lounge at New York JFK would not be my first lounge choice among hte many options in Terminal 1, but it certianly beats the depressing public areas. Turkish Airlines Lounge New York Review...
Review: American Airlines Flagship Business Transcontinental (LAX-JFK)
The American Airlines Flagship Transcontinental Business Class experience does not live up to expectations, at least on the Airbus A321T, but at least there is potential…a whole lot of it. Let’s review my flight from Los Angeles to New...
The Alarming Cost Of A Travel Blog Turning Political…
It’s time for a Live And Let’s Fly family meeting. This post is directed toward my core group of regular readers and the topic is politics on this travel blog and an alarming trend I’ve witnessed over the last...
Hyatt Looks To “Crazy Rich Asians” For Growth
Hyatt is targetting those “Crazy Rich Asians” (my words, not Hyatt’s) for growth as it sees expanding opportunities in Asia spanning from India to Japan. Hyatt Looks East To Asia For Growth In the final quarter of 2024, the...
Introduction: A Return To Morocco On Royal Air Maroc
Welcome to my next trip report, which will share in greater detail about my brief trip to Morroco and an unexpected side trip to Paris last July, with a chance to fly the Royal Air Maroc flagship 787-9 and...
Restless Man Attempts Pull-Ups On My Air France Flight…
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...
United Airlines Upgrades Wine, Coffee, Economy Class Meals
United Airlines continues to invest in its onboard product with several upgrades to the food and beverage menu this month including new wines in Polaris business class, better coffee, and more meals in economy class. United Airlines Improves Coffee,...
“I’ll Kill You!” Man Faces Multiple Charges After Intoxicated Outburst On Singapore-Bound Flight
An Indian national has been charged with threatening to kill a cabin crew member (among other charges) on a violent flight from Australia to Singapore. Man Charged With Threatening To Kill Cabin Crew After Too Much To Drink On...
106-Year-Old Has A Bone To Pick With The TSA
A cute story from Texas where an active 106-year-old is tired of being on the receiving end of so many questions from airlines and the Transportation Security Administration (TSA) when she flies. 106-Year-Old Tired Of Being Hassled By TSA...
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...
Republic Airways and Mesa Air Announce Merger
Two US regional carriers that fly on behalf of American Airlines, Delta Air Lines, and United Airlines have announced a merger that, if approved, would create a fleet of over 300 jets. Would a Republic Airways + Mesa Air...
After Aircraft Swap, 4-Year-Old Was Seated Alone…But United Airlines Blamed Parents
Aircraft swaps are an operational reality and often create a musical chairs scenario. But one family of four found out the hard way on United Airlines that remaining seated together required herculean effort. It should have never been this...
La La Land: Passengers In Posh Delta One LAX Lounge Presented With Venmo Tip Card
A server in the posh, premium Delta One Lounge at Los Angeles International (LAX) has come up with a unique way to goad premium passengers into tipping: a laminated card with the Delta logo on it and a QR...
