INFORMATIONALNov 10, 2023JetBlue's Tussle With Amsterdam Schiphol AirportJetBlue Airways launched service to Amsterdam, Netherlands (AMS) from its major East Coast hubs earlier this year. The new JetBlue service to Amsterdam has already faced rough air, with Schiphol Airport announcing a flight cap that directly impacts JetBlue's operation among other carriers.Read More →
NEWSNov 10, 2023$1 Airline Tickets Up For Grabs as China Southern Experiences Technical IssuesChina Southern Airlines accidentally sold tickets for as low as $1.30 due to a two-hour technical glitch on November 8. The Guangzhou-based airline noticed something wrong when passengers posted about extremely cheap flights on Chinese social media. The glitch affected the carrier's mobile app and certain ticket-booking platforms.Read More →
INFORMATIONALNov 09, 2023An Oversimplified Guide to Aircraft Lightning StrikesLightning strikes aircraft all the time, but is it something to fear? Typically not, as aircraft are well-engineered to withstand strikes.Read More →
NEWSOct 22, 2023Alaska Airlines and SkyWest Aircraft Almost Collide Near Portland AirportAn Alaska Airlines aircraft nearly collided with a SkyWest aircraft near Portland International Airport (PDX) on October 16. Alaska Airlines flight AS 1299 departed from John Wayne Airport (SNA) at 2:01 p.m. local time and was scheduled to land in Portland later that afternoon. However, poor weather conditions forced the aircraft to abort its attempted landing on an airport runway. This scenario is a go-around when a landing is aborted on the final approach due to unsafe conditions.Read More →
NEWSSep 26, 2023 Ensuring Air Travel Safety: Challenges, Innovations, and Future PerspectivesAir travel safety is paramount in the aviation industry. Rigorous training, cutting-edge technology, and meticulous maintenance procedures ensure that passengers and crew can confidently take to the skies, knowing that their journey is in capable hands. The commitment to safety is unwavering, regardless of the issues faced at hand.Read More →
NEWSSep 25, 2023Air France-KLM to order 50 Airbus A350 aircraftOn September 25, Air France-KLM announced plans to order 50 Airbus A350 long-haul aircraft. The group will also acquire purchase rights for an additional 40 aircraft. The deal includes the A350-900 and A350-100 models, with deliveries between 2026 and 2030.Read More →
NEWSSep 17, 2023TSA Agents Caught Allegedly Stealing From Bags in MiamiThree TSA agents that were arrested in July 2023 have admitted to stealing up to $1000 a day from passengers at a security checkpoint in Miami. This comes as there is a decrease in confidence and trust in the TSA after many passengers have come forward claiming that similar cases have happened to them after passing through TSA checkpoints. Read More →
NEWSJul 13, 2023PHOTOS: United's New First Class Just Got Another Major RevampOn July 12, United Airlines introduced an upgraded domestic first class seat that includes a wireless charging station in each armrest. The new United First cabin seat will debut on its first Boeing 737 aircraft this month. Additional planes will receive the upgraded seat in the coming months.Read More →
NEWSJul 11, 2023New Alaskan Low-Cost Airline Northern Pacific Confirms Launch DateAt long last, Northern Pacific Airways is just on the cusp of officially launching operations. As of July 8th, the new airline has passed all necessary checks as required by the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) and has scheduled its first, albeit long overdue, revenue flight.
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NEWSJul 03, 2023United Giving up to 30,000 Frequent Flyer Miles to Customers Affected by DisruptionsUnited Airlines experienced one of the toughest operational stretches in its history last week, and customers suffered the brunt of the issues with delayed and canceled flights for several days straight. Fortunately, United is now proactively offering hundreds worth of travel credit in MileagePlus miles to those hit the hardest. Read More →
