Not sure how I missed this earlier in the week, but an absolutely shameful meltdown by three Spirit Airlines passengers requires our examination. All apparently over a flight delay… Meltdown: Spirit Employees Attacked Over Flight Delay By Three Angry...
No Mask, No Flight…Delta Requires Doctor’s Waiver To Avoid Face Coverings
If you thought the old “I’ve got a medical condition” excuse would work, Delta has news for you: you’ll at least need to forge a doctor’s note or sound convincing. Yes, I’m being facetious, but on a serious note,...
How We Could See Only Five U.S. Airlines Survive Our Dystopian Era
COVID-19 cases are surging in the USA, antibodies are now thought to only last 2-4 months, and the efficacy of a potential vaccination doubtful. Let’s imagine a world in which things do not get better. What will this pandemic...
Details: Pilots Officially Ink Deal With United To Limit Furloughs
United Airlines and the pilot’s union representing United pilots have inked a wide-ranging deal that will minimize the pain of any involuntary furloughs by preparing pilots to bounce back quickly if demand returns. Details: United Inks Furlough Deal With...
Black Woman Sues American Airlines After Being Accused Of Kidnapping White Child
A Black social worker has filed a lawsuit against American Airlines, claiming that flight attendants accused her of kidnapping a White child she was escorting to Southern California. Black Woman Accused Of Kidnapping White Toddler On American Airlines Files...
British Airways Retiring 747 Fleet…Maybe?
Another chapter nears an end for the storied Boeing program, as British Airways prepares to retire its 747 fleet. But three words still give me hope… British Airways Will Retire Its 28-Aircraft 747 Fleet British Airways is the largest...
Pictures: JetBlue Restores Meal Service To Mint (And It Looks Tasty As Ever)
While other airlines continue to engage in cost-cutting in the name of hygiene theatre, JetBlue has quietly restored meal service to its Mint flights. Here’s a look at the JetBlue summer 2020 menu. JetBlue Mint Meal Service In Pandemic...
The Strategy Behind The JetBlue – American Airlines “Strategic” Partnership
JetBlue and American Airlines surprised by the world by announcing a strategic partnership today that will introduce codesharing routes and reciprocal benefits for frequent flyers. While the “enemy of my enemy is my friend” argument comes into play, the...
Aeroflot’s Dream Of Glory Mimics Russia’s
Aeroflot Russian Airlines dreams of glory. It wants to become a swanky, luxurious, powerful airline heralded by the world and sought after by elites. Sounds like Mother Russia, doesn’t it? Aeroflot Dreams Of Glory A lot of change is...
Norwegian Accuses Boeing Of Fraud And Breach Of Contract
Escalating beyond harsh words, Norwegian filed a lawsuit against Boeing on Monday alleging “gross negligence, fraud and breach of contract.” Lawsuit Details: Norwegian Sues Boeing Norwegian recently cancelled orders for 97 aircrafts, a mix of 92 Boeing 737 MAX...
United Airlines Introduces Branded Face Masks For Employees
At United Airlines, face masks are about to become a uniform accessory. United is rolling out a branded, reusable face covering for most frontline employees starting next month. New Branded Face Masks Coming To United Airlines United Airlines was...
My Predictions For The Future Of Alaska Airlines Mileage Plan
With Alaska Airlines accelerating its membership into the oneworld alliance, I’d recommend you enjoy the present Mileage Plan program while you still can. The loyalty program itself isn’t going anywhere, but I predict its value is, even as most...
Scary: Emirates Flight Attendant Remains Jailed In Dubai
It really is concerning that 23-year-old Emirates flight attendant Derrin Crawford remains jailed in a Dubai prison. Either we are missing something from the story or you really need to watch your company when visiting the UAE. Emirates Flight Attendant...
United Airlines Promotes Touchless Interactions With New Technology
Hoping for that battlefield upgrade or standby seat? You won’t have to deal with a gate agent any longer thanks to a new touchless technology update from United Airlines that will alert you without having to approach the podium....
The Summer Of Staycation
As I predicted, states across the nation including my own Golden State of California are shutting down again. We may be weeks or even days away from another full shutdown and other sates are considering similarly harsh measures. It...
Passenger Sues American Airlines After Flight Attendant Shook Her “Violently” For Using Extra Blanket
A passenger is suing American Airlines for what seems like a horrific example of a flight attendant named Thor abusing his authority. Woman Claims American Airlines Flight Attendant Violently Shook Her And Accused Her Of Blanket Theft Nathalie Sorensen...
American Airlines “Investigating” Ted Cruz Mask Incident…
We live in politically charged times and no seemingly mundane issue has become so politically charged as whether to wear a face mask in public. Now Ted Cruz finds himself surrounded in controversy and the spotlight of an American...
A New Airline Ticket Paradigm: No Advance Payments
With the word changing so fast around us, perhaps it is time to set aside old ways of thinking about paying for airline tickets and embrace a new approach that no longer mandates pre-payment. But would a deferred payment...
Flight Attendant Union Battles United Airlines’ Base Closure Plan
After failing to find an amicable solution, the union representing United Airlines flight attendants has invoked a formal grievance process to battle the base closure of three international domiciles. AFA Launches United Flight Attendant Base Closure Battle Last month, United...
Mayor Sues Delta Air Lines…Over Dog Bite
The mayor of Bridgeport, Connecticut is suing Delta Air Lines after suffering a nasty bite on a flight. Mayor Sues Delta Air Lines For Dog Bite Mayor Joe Ganim was on a Delta flight 1841 in November 2018 when...
