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Confirmed: No New Delta SkyMiles Status Hurdles In 2026—‘$35K To Diamond’ Plan Not Returning

by Gary Leff on August 25, 2025

Aug 25 2025

Delta SkyMiles members are breathing a sigh of relief because the airline just confirmed that they will not change the requirements for earning elite status in 2026.

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Flight Attendant On American Airlines Flight Breaks Policy To Wear Forbidden Palestinian Flag Pin

by Gary Leff on August 25, 2025

Aug 25 2025

A flight attendant on American Airlines flight 4907 from Aspen to Dallas was photographed by a passenger while wearing a Palestinian flag pin. This is quickly spreading across Instagram, Facebook, Twitter and Reddit.

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Earn A Free Southwest Companion Pass With Just Two Flights—But You Must Book Fast

by Gary Leff on August 25, 2025

Aug 25 2025

Register to earn a two month companion certificate, where a friend flies free whenever you do (whether paying cash or points for your own ticket) on Southwest Airlines.

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$250,000 Buys You The CEO Seat At Avatar Airlines—Never Flown, FAA Blocked Since 1993

by Gary Leff on August 25, 2025

Aug 25 2025

Avatar Airlines is a startup – some might call it fanfiction – that’s been claiming it’s getting off the ground since 1992. They used to call it Family Airlines. The founder even went to prison for tax and securities fraud in connection with raising money for the venture.

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Southwest Airlines Called In The Hazmat Crew—All Because Passenger Left A Tissue [Roundup]

by Gary Leff on August 25, 2025

Aug 25 2025

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.

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Singapore Airlines Devalues KrisFlyer November 1 — Premium Awards Jump Up To 20%

by Gary Leff on August 25, 2025

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Aug 25 2025

Singapore Airlines will devalue its award prices November 1. They’re also introducing some credit towards elite status for spending through its partners. The award price changes are in many but not all cases modest – and meaningful for a program whose redemptions are already expensive.

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Would You Eat Here? American Airlines Passenger Plants Dirty Socks On Tray Table While Crew Looks Away

by Gary Leff on August 24, 2025

Aug 24 2025

A reader shared their experience with an American Airlines tray table on August 18th’s fligh 605 from Miami to New York LaGuardia that elevated that 737’s tray table over the heights of uncleanliness achieved in a plane’s lavatory.

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One Quick DoorDash Delivery For 5,900 Miles — Should I Take This 30 Minute Boost To American Airlines Status?

by Gary Leff on August 24, 2025

Aug 24 2025

What do you think, should I follow in One Mile at a Time‘s footsteps and moonlight as a DoorDash driver, even if just once? I promise not to wind up driving onto any runways!

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American Airlines Cuts Gloves, Leaves Filthy Seats For Passengers To Clean Bare-Handed

by Gary Leff on August 24, 2025

Aug 24 2025

An American Airlines passenger boarded to a biohazard – and was forced to clean it themselves. The airline only reluctantly supplied gloves to do the dirty job.

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Bare Feet In First Class: Delta Passenger Changes The Channel With Toes

by Gary Leff on August 24, 2025

Aug 24 2025

A Los Angeles-bound Delta Air Lines passenger was spotted using their toes to control their entertainment screen. She was seated in first class at bulkhead on flight 2830. from Seattle on Saturday.

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Gary LeffGary Leff is one of the foremost experts in the field of miles, points, and frequent business travel -- a topic he has covered since 2002.

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