Nov
03
2023
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.
The $750,000 Question: How Much Should Pilots Earn? [Roundup]
Sky-High Scandal: Delta’s First Class Turns Rowdy with Racism and Misconduct
Nov
03
2023
A Delta Air Lines first class passenger shares just how badly behavior two other people were in the cabin, playing ‘coffee, tea, or me’ with the flight attendant, drinking too much, and complaining about their wives.
According to the woman in the cabin with them, these two men each drank five beers and three glasses of wine.
Navigating the Turbulence: American Airlines’ 36-Hour Marathon and How to Dodge Flight Delays
Nov
03
2023
A traveler recounts the harrowing experience of a seemingly unending series of delays on American Airlines, culminating in an unexpected 36-hour journey. The post delves into strategic tips for passengers to mitigate the impact of such delays, including insights on frequent flyer programs, passenger rights, and proactive flight management.
From Midair Meltdown to Meme Queen: The Unstoppable Rise of ‘Crazy Plane Lady’
Nov
03
2023
The Dallas-based marketing executive who gained viral notoriety as the ‘Crazy Plane Lady’ after causing a scene on an American Airlines flight, warning passengers of impending doom, has since leveraged the incident into a personal brand, complete with social media following, giveaways, and hinting at a potential move to create premium content.
Missed Flight Meltdown: Woman Arrested After Chasing Plane onto Canberra Runway
Nov
03
2023
A woman at Canberra Airport, after missing her flight, breached security by running onto the tarmac and directly under the plane, which led to her arrest. The incident, which highlighted a security lapse as no one stopped her initially, caused a brief pause in airport operations and left passengers stranded on the now-grounded aircraft.
Hotel Valet Stole Guest’s $120,000 Audi – Then He Got Carjacked At Gunpoint
Nov
02
2023
A hotel valet stole a guest’s Audi RS7, only to be carjacked at gunpoint while off the property. The stolen car was later found abandoned and completely destroyed, highlighting the bizarre and dramatic ordeal.
New Capital One Lounge Denver Opens Tomorrow
Nov
02
2023
Capital One opened its first airport lounge at Dallas – Fort Worth in November 2021. Then they opened Washington Dulles in September. Now their third one – the Capital One Lounge Denver – will open tomorrow – Friday, November 3.
Insane Hotel Deal: Capital One $200 Off $200 (Really, No Minimum Spend, $200 Off)
Nov
02
2023
Several readers let me know that Capital One Travel has a special $200 off offer for hotel stays in their ‘Premier Collection’ for Venture X and Venture X Business cardmembers. There is no minimum spend for the night. Book a $201 all-in room, and the cost will come to $1 for the night.
The offer was available in my account as well. If it’s targeted, it is widely targeted. Just go to Capital One Travel in the rewards section of your account and at the top of the page you’ll see ‘Offers’ highlighted by a light blue ribbon.
Monopolies in the Making? Delta Pulls Strings Behind The Asiana-Korean Air Merger
Nov
02
2023
The Asiana-Korean Air merger is set to consolidate the two major Korean airlines, potentially affecting competition on key international routes, despite concerns from US and European regulators. Virgin Atlantic’s proposed Seoul route hinges on the deal’s approval, underscoring the complex interplay between airline alliances and market competition.
Loyalty as the New Gold: How Reluctant Airlines, Like JetBlue, Are Changing Their Tune
Nov
02
2023
JetBlue, initially hesitant about its loyalty program, has significantly enhanced its TrueBlue program in recent years, especially in light of its partnership with American Airlines. Amidst the financial challenges faced by ultra-low-cost carriers and smaller airlines, many are realizing that loyalty programs, once viewed as cost centers, are now profitable avenues, with airlines like Frontier, Spirit, and Allegiant doubling down on their loyalty initiatives.
