Jun
30
2019
A roundup of the most important stories of the day. I keep you up to date on the most interesting writings I find on other sites – the latest news and tips.
Bernie at Southwest Explains Carry On Size Limits
Monthly Archives
Monthly Archives for June 2019.
European Union Warns that Delta, American and United are About to Start a Trade War
Jun
30
2019
The campaign by U.S. airlines for trade subsidies from the federal government could backfire, because if the U.S. violates its treaty obligations and Europe then sees the treaty as non-absolute, United, Delta, and American could face their own challenges with operating rights in Europe.
Capital One Offering 25% Transfer Bonus to Avianca LifeMiles, More Bonuses on the Way
Jun
30
2019
Capital One has just announced a 25% bonus on all miles transferred to Avianca LifeMiles in July.
Already on their fourth transfer bonus of the year, having just launched transferable points, and Capital One notes “limited-time offers like this will be another major perk for Venture and Spark Miles account holders to take advantage of.” So we can certainly expect to see more.
How American Airlines Is Prepared In Case Your Cell Phone Catches Fire
Jun
30
2019
While it doesn’t happen often, lithium ion batteries catch fire. The fire can usually be contained in the passenger cabin. It’s harder to deal with as cargo, which is why airlines don’t allow these sorts of batteries to travel in checked luggage.
As a result of this risk American Airlines now boards fire containment bags and heat resistant gloves on all of their aircraft.
Flight Attendant Joke
Free the Slots: Stop Subsidizing Airlines and Protecting Them from Competition
Jun
29
2019
Government-granted airline privileges are a driver of industry consolidation. The primary reason Alaska Airlines acquired Virgin America was for access to gates and slots at congested airports. Badly run carriers, that provide poor passenger experience, are protected from market discipline because more innovative startups aren’t permitted to compete and incumbents can continue earning off inferior products because passengers lack other options.
Here’s a New Premium United Card Value Proposition Chase is Considering
Jun
29
2019
The 20% redemption discount is interesting, It could be well worth upgrading from a base United Explorer to this card — but wouldn’t be worth spending money on this card over more compelling alternative transferable points products.
American Airlines Can No Longer Squat on China Routes
Jun
29
2019
A roundup of the most important stories of the day. I keep you up to date on the most interesting writings I find on other sites – the latest news and tips.
Qantas is Seeing a Run on Redemptions Prior to Award Chart Devaluation
Jun
28
2019
Lower coach award prices are translating into greater redemptions for coach travel. That’s exactly what you’d expect. However it’s the changes in redemption patterns that are happening when prices have not (yet) changed that’s most revealing.
Why Dating a Flight Attendant is Hard
Jun
28
2019
A roundup of the most important stories of the day. I keep you up to date on the most interesting writings I find on other sites – the latest news and tips.
