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Jumping the gun against Airbus

There were two statements in recent days that should give travelers, airlines, and aircraft manufacturers pause. And neither of them have much basis in fact. The Times of London reported that Airbus was expected to...

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Joe Sharkey At Large

Air France 447: The French Interim Report

Here’s a pdf link to the interim report on the crash of Air France Flight 447 from Rio de Janeiro to Paris that killed 228 when it crashed into the Atlantic Ocean on June 1. From day one, because of personal...

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One Mile at a Time

$100 off US Lufthansa booking by July 5

By filling out this form you can receive a $100 Lufthansa e-cert good for US Lufthansa bookings made by July 5 for travel through the end of the year.

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The Gate

Fast Food Fine Dining? L’addition, Garçon!

Imagine ordering your favorite fast food entrées, but as sushi, quiche or tapas. Imagine no more. Be prepared to experience Fast Food, Like You’ve Never Seen Before. Although the dishes described cannot be...

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