NEWSJan 16, 2025Unruly Passenger Incident Leads to Operational Suspension, Potential Aircraft Seizure in MozambiqueAirlink has suspended its flights to Nampula, Mozambique following a legal dispute initiated by two passengers who were removed from a flight for "unruly and threatening behavior." The claim by the passengers has led to an interim court order to seize three of Airlink’s aircraft, pending the outcome of the case.Read More →
NEWSOct 28, 2024Southwest Opts for Bamboo Cups to Reduce Single-Use PlasticsDallas-based Southwest Airlines has announced it will forgo disposable plastic cups and stir sticks onboard its flights in favor of more sustainable bamboo and wood alternatives. Read More →
NEWSOct 23, 2024American Airlines Fined $50 Million for Discrimination Against Disabled PassengersAmerican Airlines has been placed with an astounding $50-million fine by the U.S. Government. See how the record-breaking fine came about and what the airline has done to enforce wheelchair safety.Read More →
NEWSOct 15, 2024Alleged Discrimination Against Jewish Passengers Lands Lufthansa $4 Million Fine by USDOTGerman flag carrier Lufthansa was recently fined USD $4 million for reported discrimination against Jewish passengers.Read More →
NEWSSep 16, 2024Furious JetBlue Passenger Destroys JFK Check-in Counters; Says Airline 'Lied' About Haiti TicketA livid JetBlue Airways passenger went on a rampage through the check-in area at JFK terminal 5 on Saturday September 14th. The traveler was reportedly denied a last-minute ticket to Port-au-Prince, Haiti, which led the man to destroy several check-in kiosks, trash cans, and barrier walls. Read More →
NEWSSep 10, 2024Free Carry-on Bags for All Passengers on Jetblue Airlines FlightsAll JetBlue passengers can now bring a carry-on bag on board for free. See what other perks come with Jet Blue "Basic Blue" tickets and how other airlines are trying to attract customers with free bags.Read More →
NEWSSep 05, 2024Vaping Passenger Chases Flight Attendant, Diverts American Airlines FlightA first-class customer disrupted an American Airlines flight to Dallas after lighting a vape stick and chasing a flight attendant. See how long the flight was grounded and what the unruly passenger could be facing.Read More →
INFORMATIONALAug 10, 2024What Does SSSS On My Boarding Pass Mean?SSSS is an abbreviation for "Secondary Security Screening Selection."
This means that you’ve been randomly selected for an additional security screening by the TSA before your flight.
SSSS is part of routine TSA security protocol, which aims to enhance air travel safety. A secondary screening is exactly what it sounds like; it’s another screening beyond what you usually experience when going through security.Read More →
INFORMATIONALJun 22, 2024Willing To Give up Your Seat? A Look Into Voluntary Bumping and How To Maximize CompensationOftentimes on oversold flights, airlines will ask passengers to voluntarily accept a later flight, or a “bump,” in exchange for monetary compensation. Voluntary bumping has grown in popularity over recent years as airlines attempt to decrease the number of involuntary bumps. But what are voluntary bumps and how can you maximize your compensation?Read More →
NEWSJun 18, 2024Possible Bird Strike Causes Passenger Plane To Burst into Flames Mid-AirA suspected bird strike has caused a Virgin Australia plane to make an emergency landing in New Zealand after one of its engines caught fire shortly after takeoff. The Melbourne-bound flight left Queenstown on Monday evening with footage emerging later that appeared to show fire coming from the Boeing 737-800.Read More →
