American Airlines has “reset” its international schedule, with across-the-board cuts that will continue into 2021 and particularly deep cuts for its Los Angeles hub. New International Strategy For American Airlines American Airlines will concentrate international operations in three gateways:...
Here’s United Airlines’ August 2020 International Schedule
Earlier today I wrote about United’s ambitious domestic and international expansion for August. Although still a far cry from its schedule one year earlier, United will resume many international routes next month. Here’s a complete list of routes that...
United Airlines Unveils Ambitious August Schedule
Sensing a return in demand, United Airlines will scale up both domestic and international flights in August 2020. Here’s more info on the United Airlines August 2020 schedule. Key Highlights Nearly 25,000 additional domestic and international flights compared to July...
European Union Bans Pakistan International Airlines – Is Canada Next?
The European Union has banned Pakistan International Airlines from its airspace for six months, citing safety concerns. Will Canada also ban troubled PIA? European Union Bans PIA Effective now, July 1, 2020, the European Union Air Safety Agency (EASA)...
U.S. Residents, Not American Citizens, Banned From European Union
As expected, most Americans will be banned from the European Union when borders gradually re-open starting tomorrow. But the key metric will be residence, not passport. That’s a relief for many Americans living outside the USA. Americans Banned From...
How United Airlines Staved Off Employee Revolt
Employees will once again be able to fly standby without capacity restrictions effective July 1st on United Airlines. The move staves off what had been mounting frustration and anger among employees who found one of their primary fringe benefits...
I Don’t Even Want To Think About How Filthy Hotel Rooms Are…
Inside Edition reprised its role of hotel investigator and exposed three New York City hotels for failing to fully clean guest rooms between guest stays. The revelation is horrifying, disgusting, but frankly something I don’t want to even think...
United Airlines Wins IFE Accessibility Award
United Airlines has been recognized by a prominent nonprofit group for its advances in offering a more accessible in-flight entertainment system. How United Airlines Has Made Its IFE More Accessible Last Week, United was awarded the Dr. Margaret R....
John Wayne May Be Dropped From SNA Airport Due To Inflammatory Playboy Interview
In another culture war clash that impacts travel, Orange County is considering dropping John Wayne from its airport name. OC Democrats, Weary Of John Wayne 1971 Playboy Interview, Want His Name Dropped From SNA Airport “Duke” was interviewed by...
Have You Ever Been “Carded” In A Hotel Pool?
Have you ever been asked to prove you were a hotel guest while swimming in a hotel pool? If you refused, were the cops called? Black Woman Carded At Hotel Pool, Accused Of Trespassing A black woman was carded...
United Airlines Will Route China Flights Via South Korea
Matching Delta, United will also operate its Shanghai flights via Seoul, South Korea. The technical stop will spare crews from overnight stays in Mainland China. United Adds Seoul Technical Stop To China Flights After a multi-month hiatus, United plans...
Exclusive: A “Fake” Pilot From Pakistan International Airlines Speaks Out
After revelations surfaced that as many as 262 of the 860 commercial pilots in Pakistan are not really certified to fly, I wrote an op-ed calling for Pakistan International Airlines (PIA) to be blacklisted until a full investigation was completed. A...
Hypocritically, Cuomo Adds Restrictions to Visitors from Hot Spots
New York Governor Cuomo announced this week that visitors from COVID-19 hot spots around the US would have to quarantine. Odd, because he opposed such restrictions by other states against New Yorkers. If you are considering booking travel or signing up for...
Airlines Want a New Bailout, Tough Luck
Airlines have reportedly asked for an additional $32bn in new bailout money to weather the Coronavirus crisis, but it’s time for the US taxpayer to say “tough luck.” If you are considering booking travel or signing up for a new credit card please...
Review: Vocier C38 Carry-on Luggage
We are always trying out new luggage and found the Vocier C38 Carry-on Luggage. 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 today. Flying...
My Thoughts On “Prayergate” At American Airlines
An American Airlines gate agent stirred controversy this week by offering a Christian prayer over the loudspeaker at a boarding gate at Washington National Airport. What should we make of this prayergate incident? The Prayer…In Full. In situations like...
American And United Will Unabashedly Pack Planes
American Airlines and United Airlines will stop blocking seats next month and more aggressively book flights to capacity. Standbys will also no longer be limited. Expect even fuller flights. American + United Will Pack Planes To 100% American Airlines...
Airline CEO Meeting At White House: What Happened?
Airline executives from major U.S. airlines met with Vice President Mike Pence and a number of other top administration officials yesterday at the White House. What happened at the meeting? Who Attended Airline CEO Meeting At White House? Per...
Be Prepared: We Face Another Shutdown, Including Travel
It’s bad enough that the rest of the world doesn’t want Americans…we may soon find our own towns and cities shutdown once again. I was fairly optimistic at the beginning of the week about our chances of avoiding further...
Review: Southwest Airlines 737-700
Why review a one-hour Southwest Airlines 737-700 flight? One, because I hand’t flown Southwest in years. Two, because we’re still in the middle of COVID-19. Three, because I was darn impressed by it. Southwest Airlines Check-In I had checked-in...
