When asked about an upcoming elimination of the checked baggage guarantee, a Delta Air Lines spokesperson responded simply, “We have not made any announcement about a change to our program.” (I said in response, “well, if you’d made an announcement I wouldn’t be asking!”)
Why Russia’s War With Ukraine Triggered Airline Lobbying That’s Driving Up Fares To Asia
Feb
26
2024
U.S. airlines are lobbying against Chinese airlines’ restoration of pre-COVID flights to the U.S., hindered by Russian airspace restrictions and a complex web of political and economic factors, leading to strategic route squatting and financial losses amidst a slow restoration of flights between the two countries.
And This Is Why Pakistan International Airlines Is Banned From Flying To The U.S. And Europe
Feb
26
2024
In May 2020 a Pakistan International Airlines Airbus A320 from Lahore to Karachi aborted its approach because of problems with the nose landing gear. When the crew read their landing clearance, master warning sounds were going off. During their go around they lost both engines and declared a mayday. They came down in a residential area, and burst into flames.
I’ve never seen an incident report so damning of the actions of pilots, ever. One of the things that was uncovered after this incident is that more than 30% of the airline’s pilots had fake licenses.
Cutting Corners: The Surprising Truth About First Class Service Flow On American Airlines
Feb
26
2024
An American Airlines flight attendant proudly shares how they deliver first class service on a short domestic dinner flight. What’s striking to me is a corner that they cut to get everything out to 20 first class passengers on the Airbus A321 – and that they’re proud of how they do it.
Viral Airplane Seatbelt Trick: Unpacking the Feet-Belt, Safe Hack or Hazardous Trend?
Feb
26
2024
Airline passengers have to wear their seat belts when the seat belt sign is on. Flight attendants on overnight flights often warn passengers that if they’re going to sleep, to make sure the seat belt is visible or else when the sign goes on they’ll need to wake people up to check that they’re belted. But do you really have to warn it “low and tight across your lap?” What about wearing it… on your feet?
Customer Service Crisis In The Making? American Airlines Restructuring Leaves Premium Passengers Uncertain [Roundup]
Feb
26
2024
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.
Vote For Your Choice Of March 1 Bilt Rewards Rent Day Offers
Feb
26
2024
The first of each month is ‘Rent Day’ with Bilt Rewards, and they offer several promotions – some of which have been the best one day offers we’ve seen like transfer bonuses up to 150% to Air Canada, Air France KLM, and Virgin Atlantic.
With March Madness coming they’ve created a bracket to determine the primary offer for this upcoming Rent Day, March 1st.
Emirates Crew Tackles Intoxicated Menace On Flight To Dry Country
Feb
26
2024
During a flight from Dubai to Islamabad on Emirates on Sunday, the cabin crew of EK614 had to subdue a belligerent intoxicated passenger in flexcuffs. Video of the event shows two flight attendants forcefully bringing the individual to the floor while others provided them with the black handcuffs to secure his wrists and ankles.
Air France KLM Is Offering A Status Match Up To Platinum, But There’s A Catch
Feb
26
2024
Air France KLM Flying Blue is offering status matches up to Platinum, the level required to redeem points for first class awards on Air France. They’ll even match United Platinum and American Platinum Pro members to Flying Blue Platinum.
Free Cathay Pacific Status For Marriott Platinum Members And Above
Feb
26
2024
Marriott Platinum, Titanium, and Ambassador members receive free Cathay Pacific silver status for a year.
