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In Midst Of Heightened Tensions Boeing 737 Crashes In Iran

by Gary Leff on January 8, 2020

Jan 08 2020

Ukraine International Airlines flight PS753 from Tehran to Kiev crashed into an open field in a Tehran suburb minutes after departure. The three year old Boeing 737-800 with 176 souls on board ceased broadcasting from its transponder as it climbed through 8000 feet.

Several Iranian sources and a Dubai-based news agency reported the cause as an accidental missile strike although it is too early to offer any conclusions. Initial reporting on such incidents is often wrong.

Delta CEO Ed Bastian Gave a CES Keynote: What Tech Changes Did He Reveal?

by Gary Leff on January 7, 2020

Jan 07 2020

Delta has been promoting their CEO Ed Bastian’s keynote at the Computer Electronics Show as a Really Big DealTM, the ‘first airline’ to do such a thing, as though that suggested on its own that Delta is a leader in technology. At CES you find virtual reality, 8k TVs and next gen wearable devices. And Delta has tech to unveil that’s so big it’s a keynote at the conference. Given the prominence of the forum and the buildup, what did he reveal? Free inflight wi-fi someday, with no specifics. They say this is an area where other airlines have struggled although of course JetBlue offers free wifi and American has just been waiting to see what Delta announces so they can copy it. Biometrics in partnership with the government to track you throughout your journey.…

How Much Is Boeing Paying American Airlines To Settle 737 MAX Claims?

by Gary Leff on January 7, 2020

Jan 07 2020

American Airlines has previously said they’ve lost about $580 million from the grounding of the MAX. I actually don’t believe they’ve lost anything close to that since they’ve largely cut what they believe are the biggest money losing flights.

However the fact that American is saying they’ll contribute an additional $30 million to employee profit sharing gives us some indication of the value of the settlement.

Alaska Airlines: Double Miles And Up To 50% Off Fiji Airways Awards

by Gary Leff on January 6, 2020

Jan 06 2020

Alaska Airlines is offering double miles when crediting paid Fiji Airways travel to Mileage Plan. Registration required. Tickets must be booked by February 29 for travel between February 1 and June 30.

And they’re also running a discount of up to 50% on Fiji Airways award redemption through February 29.

United Eliminates Automatic Travel Voucher Apologies For Flight Delays

by Gary Leff on January 6, 2020

Jan 06 2020

An internal United Airlines memo details that the carrier will no longer automatically send out vouchers to passengers on flights that are delayed less than 6 hours.

10% Bonus Transferring Credit Card Points to Cathay Pacific Asia Miles [Capital One Transfers Eligible After All]

by Gary Leff on January 6, 2020

Jan 06 2020

Cathay Pacific is offering a 10% bonus transferring credit card points to Asia Miles in January (registration required). This is a bonus offered by Cathay itself, rather than by the bank, so you won’t see it on the Membership Rewards or Citi Thank You Rewards websites.

The Wheel Glowed Orange Before Coming Off The Plane

by Gary Leff on January 6, 2020

Jan 06 2020

Air Canada Jazz flight 8684 from Montreal to Bagotville in Quebec lost a wheel during takeoff on Friday. The Dash 8-300 had 49 passengers and 3 crew on board. The “inboard left main wheel began to glow orange.” The wheel came off the gear strut and fell off the aircraft.

Passengers Revolt On Delayed Air India Flight

by Gary Leff on January 5, 2020

Jan 05 2020

On Thursday Air India’s flight AI865 from Delhi to Mumbai was delayed 7 hours prior to finally departing. However while the plane taxied out, it returned to the gate with another issue.

Passengers had had all they could stand, and they couldn’t stands no more. Unfortunately instead of eating spinach they erupted in other, less productive ways.

Loyalty Programs Move Slowly, Today’s Devaluations Have Taken 30 Years To Implement

by Gary Leff on January 5, 2020

Jan 05 2020

United Airlines MileagePlus no longer has anything to do with miles at all. You no longer earn points based on distance flown. You no longer earn status based on distance flown. Award costs aren’t based on distance either.

With elite status now based on money spent they’ve put an end to “miles” completely. They’ve been trying to do this for over 30 years.

New United Airlines Status Match Program

by Gary Leff on January 5, 2020

Jan 05 2020

There’s a new United Airlines status match program. Elite frequent flyers are valuable customers – to the airline they’re loyal, and also potentially to other airlines who might poach their business. The same holds for elites in hotel loyalty programs.

Status makes it difficult to switch, you’re better treated by an airline or hotel chain and it’s tough to start somewhere else from scratch. That’s why many loyalty programs offer to match your current status in order to win your business.

Airlines

In Midst Of Heightened Tensions Boeing 737 Crashes In Iran

Delta CEO Ed Bastian Gave a CES Keynote: What Tech Changes Did He Reveal?

How Much Is Boeing Paying American Airlines To Settle 737 MAX Claims?

Alaska Airlines: Double Miles And Up To 50% Off Fiji Airways Awards

United Eliminates Automatic Travel Voucher Apologies For Flight Delays

10% Bonus Transferring Credit Card Points to Cathay Pacific Asia Miles [Capital One Transfers Eligible After All]

The Wheel Glowed Orange Before Coming Off The Plane

Passengers Revolt On Delayed Air India Flight

Loyalty Programs Move Slowly, Today’s Devaluations Have Taken 30 Years To Implement

New United Airlines Status Match Program

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