Earlier today I wrote about JetBlue challenging United Airlines at Newark with new Mint (business class) service to the West Coast. But that’s not the only JetBlue 2020 expansion news today. Additionally, JetBlue plans to add several more routes...
JetBlue Challenges United In Newark With New Mint Service
JetBlue is challenging United Airlines at its fortress hub, with new transcontinental Mint service from Newark. JetBlue Mint Service Will Challenge United Premium Transcontinental Routes JetBlue is adding service from Newark Liberty International, with new Mint service to Los...
Yes, The Mask Guy Was A Jerk On AA…But That Flight Attendant…
I’m wiling to stipulate that the man removed from an American Airlines flight for failing to wear a mask was a selfish jerk. But I’m also not amused by the flight attendant interrogation of the passenger, which escalated the...
Qatar Airways CEO Attacks British Prime Minister, Denounces Onboard Social Distancing
Akbar Al Baker, CEO of Qatar Airways, has a problem with social distancing and UK Prime Minister Boris Johnson. The eccentric CEO is never one to mince words… Qatar Airways’ Al Baker on Prime Minster Johnson Speaking to Sky...
Hot Deal: 50% Rebate On Air Canada Awards Via Aeroplan
Aeroplan continues to innovate and offer value to members, this time with a new rebate promotion on Air Canada flights within Canada and between Canada and the USA. Members who book an Air Canada Flight Reward between now and...
American Express And Chase Utterly Fail To Protect Me From Crooked Merchant (Dispute Horror Story)
One reason I use credit cards is for the peace of mind it provides…or so I thought. But when push came to shove, neither American Express or Chase had my back. Don’t assume that you will prevail in a...
United CEO Explains Why Business Travel Will Rebound
United CEO Scott Kirby is pinning his hope on a rebound in business travel in human nature. But has human nature fundamentally evolved due to COVID-19? United CEO: We Are Social Creatures So Business Travel Will Rebound Speaking to...
New “AirShield” Promises Invisible Onboard Protection From COVID-19
A Seattle-based firm has developed what it calls a smart solution to inhibiting the spread of COVID-19 onboard airplanes. It’s called the “AirShield” and redirects airflow to create a “forcefield” around each passenger. What is AirShield? Developed by Teague,...
My Sober Assessment Of In-Flight Alcohol Bans
Many airlines are restricting or suspending the sale of alcohol onboard. Is this simply the latest cost-cutting move masked as “hygiene theatre” or are there reasonable concerns about the consumption of alcohol onboard flights in the pandemic era? I’ve...
United Mask Policy May Be Passive Aggressive, But It Isn’t Toothless
United Airlines now threatens to ban passengers who do not wear masks onboard. But some have called the new policy toothless. Perhaps passive aggressive is the better word. Yesterday, I wrote about United Airlines’ new onboard mask policy. Passengers...
How A Woman Snuck Onboard Delta Flight With No ID Or Boarding Pass
It apparently doesn’t take much these days to slip past both TSA agents and airline employees onto an airplane. The story of one Delta stowaway in Orlando is a reminder that our many layers of security may still fall...
U.S. And China Reach 妥协 On Air Service…Delta Will Resume Flights Next Week
The United States and China reached a compromise (妥协) on air service, with each nation now permitted to operate four flights per week between the world’s two largest economies. But is the new US – China flight compromise just...
United Airlines Will Ban Travelers Who Refuse To Wear Masks
United Airlines has a friendly warning: wear your mask or the skies won’t be so friendly. In fact, you may be be banned. United Airlines Threatens Ban For Those Who Refuse To Wear Face Masks On the heals of...
Japan Air Lines Appears To Be Limiting First Class Awards Via Partners
Japan Air Lines is one of my favorite first class products in the world. The service and food are over the top. Thus, it is with sadness that I share that JAL now seems to be restricting first class...
United Uses MileagePlus As Collateral For New $5 Billion Loan, Reveals Treasure Trove Of Program Info
United Airlines has struck a deal to raise $5 billion in financing, using its MileagePlus loyalty program as loan collateral. We also now know how much United values its loyalty program. In an 8K filling with U.S. Securities and...
A North American Airline Now Flies Only Russian Jets
Troubled Mexican carrier Interjet will resume more routes tomorrow, with all flights operated by Russian-made Sukhoi SuperJet 100-95B jets. Interjet is (was) an international low-cost carrier based in Mexico City, the third largest Mexican airline behind Aeromexico and Volaris. But since...
British Airways CEO Alex Cruz Cries Crocodile Tears
In an op-ed penned for the Mail on Sunday, British Airways’ CEO Alex Cruz defends the heavy-handed tactics his airline has used against staff. His point is to cast British Airways as the true victim. But his crocodile tears...
Data Points Suggest Fast Recovery for Travel Industry
Data points from public and private travel businesses suggest a fast recovery for the travel industry. If you are considering booking travel or signing up for a new credit card please click here. Both support LiveAndLetsFly.com. If you haven’t followed us on Facebook or Instagram, add us...
2019 Was Peak Travel, When Will it Return?
In 2019, many metrics suggest the world saw peak travel. Due to the Coronavirus crisis and countries shutting their borders, the question of whether Peak Travel will ever return and if so, when, remains unanswered. If you are considering booking...
The First Place I’ll Travel When This is Over
My mind wanders to where I’ll head when the coast is clear. There’s no question for me, it’s Thailand. If you are considering booking travel or signing up for a new credit card please click here. Both support LiveAndLetsFly.com. If you haven’t followed us...
