American Airlines is transforming O’Hare’s worst airline-operated lounge—a cramped, outdated space near the L gates—into a stunning, 10,000-square-foot Admirals Club. This upgrade isn’t just about aesthetics; it’s a bold statement in American’s renewed commitment to Chicago and a direct response to United Airlines’ aggressive dominance at the airport.
In a nearly unprecedented move, the FAA abruptly shut down El Paso International Airport for 10 days, declaring it restricted “National Defense Airspace” without explanation—and even local officials were blindsided. Here’s what’s known so far, and what remains disturbingly unclear.
Southwest Airlines didn’t stumble into bag fees, basic economy, and paid seat assignments by accident—those changes were pushed by an activist investor demanding short‑term financial moves. Now that the damage is done and the stock has popped, that same investor is cashing out and giving up control, leaving Southwest to live with the consequences.
American Airlines flight attendants will protest at the company’s headquarters this Thursday, calling for CEO Robert Isom to step down—just as the airline finally shows signs of turning around. Here’s why employees are taking aim at leadership now.
Leaked employee photos offer a first-ever look inside American Airlines’ refreshed Airbus A319, revealing upgraded first-class seating—but also flight attendants forced onto lavatory doors and tighter legroom in economy. Here’s what you’ll soon experience onboard.
I got the new Bilt Palladium card expecting good value—but now I’m consistently earning over 3 points per dollar on all my spending. The card’s points-earning power, especially combined with paying my mortgage, Bilt Cash redemptions, and frequent transfer bonuses, makes it an absolute juggernaut. Here’s why it’s quickly become my top card.
A Frontier Airlines flight attendant allegedly invented claims of child abuse, physically attacked a sleeping father mid-flight, and then used an off-duty cop to forcibly separate him from his adopted son—sparking a federal lawsuit exposing how human trafficking training can go dangerously wrong.
Dulles Airport planned a luxurious new private terminal—offering VIP travelers private security, lavish suites, and chauffeured drives directly to planes—but now it’s facing a federal lawsuit claiming officials rigged the $60 million contract to steer it toward a favored bidder.
A former American Airlines VP suggests the airline’s unions expect CEO Robert Isom will soon be replaced—and that’s why they’re publicly calling for his ouster now, to appear influential when the inevitable leadership change happens. Plus, why no one talks about Singapore anymore and how Starbucks’ loyalty program is getting even worse.
Uncle Murda and Tony Yayo found themselves on a Delta flight from San Francisco to New York JFK with Ja Rule. They’re sworn enemies for more than two decades. And they were thrown together inside a plane.
Gary Leff is one of the foremost experts in the field of miles, points, and frequent business travel -- a topic he has covered since 2002.
Co-founder of frequent flyer community InsideFlyer.com, emcee of the Freddie Awards, and named one of the "World's Top Travel Experts" by Conde' Nast Traveler (2010-Present) Gary has been a guest on most major news media, profiled in several top print publications, and published broadly on the topic of consumer loyalty. More About Gary »
