Sep
23
2021
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.
American Airlines CEO Wants Higher Taxes [Roundup]
Monthly Archives
Monthly Archives for September 2021.
United Flight Attendants Union: It’s Unrealistic For Passengers To Expect Clean Lavatories
Sep
23
2021
When you fly an Asian or quality Middle Eastern airline, you expect that lavatories will stay relatively clean throughout the flight. I’ve seen ANA flight attendants cleaning restrooms between passengers, and Emirates has even had staff on its A380s dedicated to this cleaning.
After a long haul flight on a U.S. airline, though, it’s almost de rigueur to expect that by the end of the trip lavatories look like something out of a post-apocalyptic zombie film where we everyone must band together to rebuild humanity out of the ashes.
The J.D. Power U.S. Airports Ranking Is Nonsense
Sep
23
2021
Any study which purports to show Miami and New York JFK are the best U.S. airports is self-refuting.
A Quirk With Covid-19 Testing That’s Scaring Lots Of Travelers
Sep
23
2021
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.
Don’t Let American Airlines Rewrite History On Government Subsidies
Sep
22
2021
American Airlines CEO Doug Parker did a live chat with the Washington Post on Tuesday and faced mostly softballs – but since it’s the DC local paper government policy is at the forefront.
So when they’re talking about operational problems customers face, what viewers want to know is whether Congress got its money/s worth for subsidies to airlines during the pandemic.
Delta Promises Free Miles, Takes 10 Seconds
Sep
22
2021
I didn’t scan a QR code at LAX and don’t have associated flights credited to my SkyMiles account. But Delta says miles are coming in a couple of days. If nothing else, this is a good reason to always stick to the mantra and register for promotions when they’re right in front of you.
United Employees Sue Over Vaccine Mandate, As Airline Reveals Makes Semi-Public Who Is Unvaxxed
Sep
22
2021
There’s little question that employers have the legal right to impose vaccine requirements, and this seems to be true even where working conditions are subject to collective bargaining. However what remains to be litigated is what sorts of accommodations are in fact required for religious or medical exemptions. The Biden administration’s proposed OSHA rule is expected to include regular testing as an alternative to vaccination.
United does not allow such an alternative. At 97% vaccination, United faces less operational risk than other airlines – who might see pilots take retirement if they object.
A.C.T.: The Acronym American Airlines Uses To Ban Unruly Passengers
Sep
22
2021
Vice President of Inflight Brady Byrnes went on to explain the different processes that the airline has for banning passengers.
How Is This Even Possible: Passenger Drinks Full-Sized Liquor Bottle On Domestic Flight
Sep
22
2021
A passenger took to twitter to report on a “maskless passenger” who “drank a 750ml bottle of liquor” on the plane. How is this even possible?
The TSA doesn’t allow passengers to bring liquids over 100ml through their checkpoints. Most airports don’t offer full bottle sales.
Delta BOGO Sale And Open Mic Night On Spirit Airlines
Sep
22
2021
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.
