If you’ve been sitting on a pile of Avios and thinking about that Club World redemption to New York, now might be the time to stop thinking and start booking. British Airways just announced significant increases to Reward Flight pricing across the board, effective December 15, 2025 and both the Avios requirements and cash fees…
If you’re traveling this Thanksgiving weekend, there’s a good chance you’ve already heard about or experienced firsthand the chaos unfolding across global aviation. Airbus just issued one of the largest recalls in its 55-year history, affecting approximately 6,000 A320-family aircraft worldwide. And yes, the timing couldn’t be worse. Here’s everything you need to know about…
Air Canada just dropped one of the most significant fleet announcements in recent memory, and if you’re a frequent flyer on Canada’s flag carrier, you’ll want to pay attention. This isn’t just another press release about new planes, it’s a complete reimagining of the passenger experience across Air Canada mainline, Rouge, and Express operations. The…
The aviation world was shaken on October 20, 2025, when an AirACT cargo Boeing 747-400(BDSF) experienced a serious runway excursion at Hong Kong International Airport. The incident, involving Emirates SkyCargo flight EK9788, resulted in tragic consequences and raises important questions about runway safety and cargo operations. The Incident: Timeline and Details At 03:53 local time…
Cathay Pacific just announced some of the most significant changes to its loyalty program in years, and unlike many airline program devaluations, this update is largely positive news for frequent flyers. The new program takes effect January 1, 2027, with a transition period beginning January 1, 2026 giving you a full year to adapt and…
The Details The first mainline aircraft to receive this certification is a Boeing 737-800. The inaugural commercial flight with Starlink Wi-Fi is scheduled to take off from Newark (EWR) on October 15th. This comes after the successful rollout of Starlink on United’s regional fleet, where it has already been installed on over half of the…
Well, the wait is over. Amex just dropped their biggest Platinum refresh in years, and both the personal and business versions are now hitting us with an $895 annual fee. But here’s where it gets interesting, they took completely different approaches to justifying that price tag. One feels focused, the other feels like they raided…
The in-flight WiFi wars just got more interesting. JetBlue announced they’re teaming up with Amazon’s Project Kuiper to bring satellite internet to about a quarter of their fleet, with installations beginning in 2027 and wrapping up by 2028. If you’re thinking “wait, what’s Project Kuiper?” – you’re not alone. While everyone’s been talking about Elon…
The Trump administration has officially withdrawn a Biden-era proposal that would have required U.S. airlines to provide cash compensation to passengers for flight disruptions caused by carrier issues. The decision aligns with the current administration’s focus on regulatory review and deregulation priorities. Understanding the Withdrawn Proposal The proposed rule would have established mandatory compensation standards…
I saw some encouraging news that caught my attention the kind that makes you think we might finally be seeing the industry shake off some of those post pandemic blues. Boeing’s getting their delivery rhythm back, and Alaska Air Group just made a pretty smart fleet decision that shows they’re thinking long term about their…
Update: This flash sale runs until tomorrow, September 2nd, 2025 don’t sleep on this one! If you’ve been sitting on a pile of Etihad Guest miles or have been eyeing those transfer bonuses from Amex, Capital One, or Citi, now might be the perfect time to pull the trigger. Etihad just launched what they’re calling…
The aviation loyalty world just got a major shake up. Today, Alaska Airlines and Hawaiian Airlines officially launched Atmos Rewards, their highly anticipated combined loyalty program that promises to deliver “more choice, more rewards and more global access than ever before.” After over a year of speculation since the merger announcement, the two carriers have…
The recent Air Canada flight attendant strike that began on August 16, 2025, affecting over 130,000 daily passengers, has once again highlighted the deep structural problems plaguing Canada’s aviation sector. While the government’s swift intervention to force workers back to arbitration within hours may have ended the immediate disruption, it masks a far more concerning…
Google just dropped something that could revolutionize how we hunt for flight deals. Their new AI powered Flight Deals tool, launched this week, promises to make finding cheap flights as easy as having a conversation with a friend. But does it live up to the hype? What Exactly Is Google Flight Deals? Think of it…
Here we go again. If it feels like you’re having déjà vu, you’re not alone. This past week, it was United Airlines’ turn in the IT failure penalty box. A “technology issue” led to a nationwide ground stop, cascading into more than 1,000 delayed flights and hundreds of cancellations. For those of us who practically…
I’ve been watching the airline industry’s financial reports with fascination this year, and the numbers tell a story that should make every frequent flyer pause and think. No major U.S. network airline achieved a positive operating profit margin in 2024 from passenger transport alone. Let that sink in for a moment. The business of actually…
