After five years of negotiations, United Airlines and the union representing the carrier’s 28,000 flight attendants have reached a tentative deal on a new contract. “Industry-Leading” Tentative Deal Struck Between United Airlines And Flight Attendants A tentative agreement between...
A Feast Fit For A King On Aegean Airlines
Each week, my Meal of the Week feature examines an airline meal from my travels over the years. This may be a meal from earlier in the week or it may be a meal served over a decade ago. Today I’m...
He Flirted On A United Flight…Then Let Her Walk Away
Tempered by timidity, a man missed his chance to connect with the woman seated in front of him on a United Airlines flight. After spending the flight chatting, he failed to ask for her number. Now he has asked...
United Airlines Promises Smoother Summer Travel At Newark After Weeks of Delays
As Newark Liberty International Airport (EWR) continues to struggle with air traffic controller shortages and runway construction, United Airlines claims that it has turned a corner and is assuring Newark customers that they can expect safe and reliable travel...
Review: Delta Sky Club Atlanta (ATL) – Concourse F
Delta Air Lines operates eight lounges out of its fortress hub at Hartsfield–Jackson Atlanta International Airport (ATL). This review focuses on the Sky Club in Concourse F, a spacious lounge in the international terminal with a lovely terrace. Delta...
United Airlines Eliminates Instant Upgrades, Excursionist Perk, MileagePlus Upgrade Award Chart
Another day, another step back for United MileagePlus. United Airlines announced a trio of negative changes today that further erode the value of its MileagePlus loyalty program. Let’s take a look. A Trio Of United MileagePlus Devaluations United sent...
Passenger Claims She’s Allergic To Coffee Smell, Demands Airline Ban It
A woman presented a note to flight attendants warning that she was highly allergic to the smell of coffee, cashews, jet fuel, and fragrances. How should a passenger like this be handled? No Coffee For You: Woman Tells Flight...
Gift Or Grift? Trump Bets On Qatari 747-8 For Air Force One
The US Air Force has accepted a Boeing 747-8 that the Qatari government has gifted to President Donald Trump in a deal shrouded in questions over ethics, logistics, and presidential propriety. Official: US Air Force Accepts Qatari 747-8, Plans...
United Airlines Adjusts Check-In Window For Domestic Flights
Starting next month, United Airlines will standardize its domestic check-in cutoff for passengers traveling with or without bags in a move aimed at increasing operational efficiency. Domestic Check-In Cutoff Increased From 30 Minutes To 45 Minutes On United Airlines...
Review: Delta Sky Club Atlanta (ATL) – Concourse E
Delta Air Lines operates eight lounges out of its fortress hub at Hartsfield–Jackson Atlanta International Airport. This review focuses on the Sky Club in Concourse E, which happens to be my favorite Delta lounge in ATL. Delta Sky Club...
Unreal: Influencer Brings Her Massive Great Dane “Service Dog” On United Airlines Flight
Narcissistic Instagram influencer Piêtra Luccas brought her massive great dane “service dog” with her on a recent United Airlines flight, even though the dog alone took up three seats. How are these shenanigans possibly allowed? Influencer Boards United Flight...
“The Guy Next To Me Has A Bomb!” Hawaiian Airlines Passenger’s Lie Sparks Tarmac Chaos
A Hawaiian Airlines flight bound for Honolulu was delayed for several hours on Tuesday after a bomb threat was reported just moments before takeoff. The drama unfolded on the tarmac at San Diego International Airport and ended with one...
How the FAA Is Determining Which Carriers Must Reduce Service At Newark
New takeoff and landing limits are in effect at Newark Airport, but how carriers will cut back flights is still a matter of debate. FAA Flight Caps At Newark Take Effect As Airlines Face Cutback Decisions The Federal Aviation...
Delta’s $500M Lawsuit Against CrowdStrike Moves Ahead—But Passengers Are Suing Too
An Atlanta judge has ruled that a multi-million dollar lawsuit from Delta Air Lines against CrowdStrike for last summer’s software meltdown can proceed. Meanwhile, Delta faces a class action lawsuit of its own from disgruntled passengers over the meltdown....
Toddler In LAX: Grown Man Throws Epic Tantrum, Kicked Off Flight To Australia
An angry passenger who tried to board an American Airlines longhaul flight to Australia was turned away from boarding for having too many carry-on bags and not waiting his turn to board, but not before an epic temper tantrum...
No Five Star Service For You: American Airlines Snubs British Airways Flights At JFK
They may operate under one roof, share check-in facilities, lounges, and gates, but American Airlines’ Five Star Service (premium ground service) is not available on British Airways flights at New York JFK…which strikes me as yet another needless example...
Oops: DoorDash Driver Accidentally Drives Onto Tarmac At Chicago O’Hare
Airlines have come a long way when it comes to pre-ordering meals onboard, but we’re not quite to the point where you can order takeaway food from your plane seat and have it delivered as your aircraft taxis down...
Review: Delta Sky Club Atlanta (ATL) – Concourse C
Delta Air Lines operates eight lounges out of its fortress hub at Hartsfield–Jackson Atlanta International Airport. This review focuses on the Sky Club in Concourse C. Delta Sky Club Concourse C Review – Atlanta (ATL) Picture ATL like a...
No Food For You: United Airlines Grappling With Catering Meltdown At SFO
United Airlines is experiencing a catering meltdown at its San Francisco (SFO) hub, leaving passengers–even in first class–without food and drinks on many flights. As United transitions from one catering contractor to another, the source of the problem is...
Police Fatally Shoot Knife-Wielding Teen At Gran Canaria Airport
Spanish police opened fire on a disgruntled teenage passenger who lunged at officers with a knife after he was advised to drop his weapon. The gunshots sent passengers scrambling for cover during the busy afternoon rush. Knife-Wielding Teen Fatally...
