Delta Air Lines and United have both indicated they will unbundle elements of their business class products, will American Airlines follow suit? Basic Business Class Is Coming, Whether We Like It Or Not Delta first indicated that it would...
Global Airlines Flew Four Times And Parked Its A380
The airline that swore it would revolutionize the trans-Atlantic air market completed a pair of flights and has now put its A380 super jumbo jets to pasture. Global Airlines Completed A Pair Of Roundtrips Against Heavy Speculation As covered...
Coffee Pot: My Visit To Bill Maher And Woody Harrelson’s WeHo Cannabis Café
I stumbled upon a coffee shop in West Hollywood yesterday called Cafe Woods owned by Bill Maher and Woody Harrelson…how would the coffee measure up? Coffee At Cafe Woods in WeHo – Coffee, Not Cannabis, Please! Regular readers know...
United Airlines Considers Expanding Premium Economy Class
There’s a lot to unpack from United Airlines’ 2025 Q2 earnings call, but one conversation caught my interest that suggests that we might see much larger premium economy cabins on future United aricraft deliveries. United Airlines Sees Premium Economy...
“Shut Up, You Make Less Than Me!” Unhinged Millionaire Melts Down On American Airlines Flight
A shocking meltdown aboard an American Airlines flight from Charlotte to Denver saw a self-described “millionaire” passenger unleash a profanity-laced tirade, berating crew and fellow travelers, making wild threats, and throwing around boasts about his wealth and connections. I’ll...
“Basic” Business Class Is Coming To United Airlines—Here’s What To Expect
Days after Delta Air Lines confirmed plans to introduce a “basic” business class product, United Airlines has again confirmed it is looking at doing the same thing. Will basic business revolutionize business class or simply mark an easy way...
My Delicious Salad + Sandwich On JetBlue
I appreciate airlines that offer thoughtful buy-on-board meals for economy class passengers and thoroughly enjoyed both a sandwich and salad on a transcontinental JetBlue flight from the carrier’s EatUp Café menu. Salad + Sandwich From JetBlue EatUp Café We...
United Airlines CEO Says Focus Is On Profitability, Not Beating Delta
United Airlines CEO Scott Kirby claims he is focused on absolute profitability, not surpassing industry leader Delta Air Lines, even while candidly admitting Delta is the blueprint United has followed in recent years to increase revenue and profitability. United...
Florida Teen Arrested After “Bomb In My Pocket” Joke On Spirit Airlines Flight
A 16‑year‑old’s crude joke about “a bomb in his pocket” aboard a Spirit Airlines flight from Fort Lauderdale sparked a major security alert, leading to his arrest and a costly flight disruption. Teen’s “Bomb in My Pocket” Joke On...
Aegean Orders A321XLRs With Premium Cabins Likely Resembling JetBlue’s Mint
It appears Aegean Airlines will take delivery of Airbus A321XLR aircraft originally intended for JetBlue—and with them, launch new long-haul service to India. This is an exciting new chapter for the Greek carrier. Aegean To Acquire A321XLRs (From JetBlue?),...
The Plain Reason Delta Air Lines Is Launching Los Angeles – Chicago Service
Delta Air Lines is continuing to invest in its hub at Los Angeles International Airport (LAX) with the launch of a new nonstop service to Chicago O’Hare International Airport (ORD) starting in 2026. Despite the competitive nature of this...
JetBlue Seatmate Hits On My Wife, In Front Of Me And Kids…
A very bold young man flirted heavily with my wife on my JetBlue flight from Paris to New York, even though she was traveling with me and the kids and wearing a wedding ring. We all got a chuckle...
Bravo: TSA May Soon End Liquid Ban At Airport Security
Homeland Security Secretary Kristi Noem has floated the idea of lifting TSA liquid restrictions at airport security checkpoints in the United States, just days after the “shoes-off” requirement was lifted. TSA May Eliminate Liquid Restrictions Much Sooner Than 2040...
Gulf Air Returns To The U.S. With Nonstop Flights To New York
Gulf Air is making a return to the United States after a decades-long absence with new service between Bahrain and New York. Gulf Air Returns To The U.S. With New York JFK Service Bahrain’s national carrier will launch nonstop...
United Airlines Q2 2025 Results: Earnings Beat, Revenue Miss
United Airlines turned a profit in the second quarter of 2025, but investors appear unsatisfied with the pace of progress. United Airlines Reports Q2 2025 Profit, But Guidance Tempers Enthusiasm United Airlines posted strong second-quarter earnings, surpassing Wall Street...
Delta Air Lines Challenges United Airlines With New Los Angeles – Hong Kong Route
UPDATE: The new Delta Air Lines route from Los Angeles – Hong Kong is officially confirmed. The 7,260-mile flight will launch on June 6, 2026. Flights will operate daily. Delta will utilize an Airbus A350-900 on the route with:...
Review: JetBlue A321LR Economy Class (Paris – New York)
Our journey from Paris to New York on JetBlue was very pleasant onboard the Airbus A321LR in “Core” economy class. JetBlue’s transatlantic economy class product is excellent in so many ways. JetBlue A321LR “Core” Economy Class Review (CDG-JFK) We...
Frontier Airlines Turns Away Late Passenger With Medieval-Style “Drawbridge” Defense
Is going to prison really worthwhile to make your Frontier Airlines flight? Or are they one and the same? One Denver passenger did not take no for an answer when he showed up late to the boarding gate, but...
U.S. Issues Travel Alert For Canada
Fires in Canada have prompted an alert from the US Embassy in Ottawa that Americans should be aware of wildfire conditions when traveling in Canada. U.S. Travel Alert Focuses On Fires In Canada In recent years, Canada has struggled...
Avelo Airlines Retreats From Burbank, Abandons West Coast Operations
Avelo Airlines is pulling the plug on its West Coast base at Hollywood Burbank Airport (BUR), effectively ending its presence in the Los Angeles area and bringing its California ambitions to a close. Avelo Airlines Abandons Burbank Hub, West...
