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QANTAS: More cuts to domestic flights but flights to Paris and Rome extended
Qantas has confirmed it will extend its 5% reduction in domestic capacity through to September, stretching what was initially a short-term cut from May–June into a full winter slowdown. Its low-cost sibling Jetstar is following suit, with both airlines also trimming flights across the Tasman and within New Zealand. For...
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VIRGIN AUSTRALIA: Restarting Doha flights with Qatar Airways from June
Although Qatar Airways has resumed some of its Australian network flights as of 1 May, Virgin Australia’s wet-leased flights using Qatar Airways aircraft are not returning until June The return to the wet lease agreement is cautious because of the Middle East conflict. Virgin Australia has confirmed its Doha flights...
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QATAR AIRWAYS: Network begins to rebound restoring Australian flights
Qatar Airways is ramping up flights to Australia, restoring capacity after months of disruption caused by Middle East airspace closures. From May, the Doha-based carrier is progressively returning to a full schedule across Sydney, Melbourne and Perth, with daily flights reinstated after a period of reduced services. Australian routes return...
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INTERNATIONAL FLYING: Middle East conflict and fuel crisis cuts one in four flights
Almost a quarter of international flights from Australia were cancelled in April. That’s according to the AFR, as airlines scrambled to deal with soaring fuel prices and widespread airspace disruptions. The trigger is the escalating conflict involving Iran, which has effectively shut down large parts of Gulf airspace since late...
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Delta Air Lines Meltdown — Hundreds Of Flights Canceled While Rivals Run Fine Amid Internal “Crew Restrictions”
Delta Air Lines has canceled hundreds of flights while American, United and Southwest are barely canceling at all. Weather does not explain it. A tech outage does not explain it. And sickout rumors do not hold up — leaving internal Delta “crew restrictions” as the clearest clue to a meltdown...
Live and Let’s Fly
My First Spirit Airlines Flight: An MD-83 Redeye From Los Angeles To Detroit In 2004
As Spirit Airlines shuts down, I recall my first ever Spirit Airlines flight…a 2004 redeye flight from Los Angeles to Detroit on an MD-80 as a high-schooler. My First Spirit Airlines Flight Review: An MD-83 Redeye From Los Angeles To Detroit In 2004 2004 was my senior year in high...
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Chinese Planespotter Arrested For Photographing America’s Doomsday Plane
A 21-year-old Chinese planespotter and aeronautical engineering student was arrested after photographing the E-4B “Doomsday Plane” and other military aircraft near Offutt Air Force Base, even though there is no espionage charge and no allegation that he trespassed.
One Mile at a Time
Weekly Review: May 02, 2026
I hope everyone is having a nice weekend so far! I’m wrapping up my current trip today (which has been far too long, but also allowed me to spend some time with my dad), so I’ll be publishing my trip report this coming week, and I have a lot of...
Frequent Miler
Current point transfer bonuses for May 2026
The best points rewards programs, in our opinion, are those that allow points to be transferred to many different airline and hotel loyalty programs. In this way, it’s often possible to get outsized value from your points. For example, suppose you want to fly lie-flat business class to Europe. Prices...
One Mile at a Time
Delta Mysteriously Canceling Hundreds Of Flights Due To “Crew Restrictions”
Despite generally good weather around the country, Delta canceled nearly as many flights today as Spirit did… and Spirit didn’t fly. I don’t know what’s going on, but Delta is unarguably losing its edge when it comes to operational reliability.
The Bulkhead Seat
2026 Weekly Review: May 2nd
It’s a rainy day in Tampa. I hope you’re all having a good weekend.…
Points With a Crew
Is It Okay to Book a Window and Aisle Seat? (and hope nobody sits between you)
A popular "travel hack" says that it is okay to book a window and aisle and hope for an empty middle seat. But is it okay to...
Miles To Memories
What’s the Best “New” American Express Card Benefit?
After eight months of getting acquainted with the latest Platinum perks, let's consider which American Express card benefit comes out on top.
One Mile at a Time
China Eastern A350 Repeatedly Rams Jet Bridge With Engine & Wing: HUH?!?
This has to be one of the most unusual airport accidents we’ve seen in a long time. You’d assume this is an AI video, or something, because of how strange it is, but it’s confirmed to be real.
The Gate with Brian Cohen
Spirit Airlines Stops Flying Immediately and Winds Down All Operations. Complete Guide on What to Do is Included.
Spirit Airlines stops flying immediately and winds down all operations after almost 34 years in business in its most recent iteration, as all efforts to save the airline from its demise have failed — including a bailout of $500 million from the federal government of the United States. A complete...
Frequent Miler
Current Hotel Promotions for May 2026
All major hotel brands dangle various carrots in front of customers to incentivize their patronage. Bonuses for for elite status, loyalty program membership and credit card spending all serve as sweeteners that make rewards-earning a little faster and more fruitful. Promotions are another significant way that hotel loyalty programs try...
One Mile at a Time
JetBlue Plans Big Fort Lauderdale Growth, Filling Gap Left By Spirit
We saw Spirit Airlines cease operations early this morning, after losing money for seven years straight, and filing for Chapter 11 bankruptcy twice. It goes without saying that Spirit going out of business is a bit of a relief for some of the other airlines in the country that are...
Paddle Your Own Kanoo
Everyone “Had a Blast Making Spirit the Butt of the Joke,” Flight Attendants Blast After Airline’s Sudden Collapse Leaves Them Destitute
The union that represented thousands of flight attendants at the newly defunct Spirit Airlines says everyone in the United States “had a blast making Spirit the butt of the joke,” which in turn created a reputation so hard to shake that potential passengers would avoid flying with the airline at...
View from the Wing
United’s Seats Are So Tight, Tray Tables Need Cutouts For Passenger Bellies [Roundup]
United’s economy seats are tight enough that some tray tables now have cutouts for passenger bellies — which is either bleak or oddly pragmatic. Also: American admits broken seats mean passengers aren’t getting the product they paid for, the 50-day London-to-Calcutta bus makes Landline look easy, and the Philadelphia Centurion...
Your Mileage May Vary
Is United Economy Plus Worth Paying For? Here’s What You Really Get
United offers several categories of seats on its planes, but it’s not always clear what you’re actually getting. The names can be vague, and the differences aren’t always obvious at…
Miles To Memories
Any Gold At The End Of This Rainbow? Flying Blue Promo Awards Are Here
It's the beginning of the month, which means the Flying Blue promo awards are now available. Get discounted award flights on Air France & KLM.
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I Have 26 Credit Cards In A Drawer — How I Put 7 Cards To Work
I have about 26 credit cards sitting in a drawer, but only seven actually earn a place in my wallet. The strategy is not “get every great card” — it is knowing which cards are for bonuses, which are for perks, and which ones actually deserve your everyday spending.
Hawaii Calling
Hawaiian Airlines Huaka‘i Program: A Complete Guide for Hawai‘i Residents
When Hawaiian Airlines introduced Huaka‘i by Hawaiian, the goal was straightforward: give Hawai‘i residents a more consistent and accessible way to save on interisland travel. At its core, Huaka‘i is designed for locals who fly between islands regularly — whether that’s for work, family, or everyday commitments. Instead of a...
One Mile at a Time
Free AAdvantage Business Program 10K Bonus Miles New Member Promotion
AAdvantage Business is American’s free small business rewards program, and if you’re eligible and fly American with any frequency, it’s absolutely worth participating (it essentially lets you earn one bonus Loyalty Point and AAdvantage mile per eligible dollar spent on flights, beyond what you usually earn).
Points With a Crew
19 Tech and Travel Deals at Amazon This Weekend
Some decent Amazon weekend deals on travel and tech gear going on this weekend, including headphones, luggage, locks, packing cubes and supplies, travel books and ...
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Spirit Airlines Collapse Rescue Fares Guide: United, Delta, JetBlue, Southwest, More
With Spirit Airlines collapsing overnight, stranded passengers suddenly need new flights and thousands of employees suddenly need new jobs. Transportation Secretary Sean Duffy says other carriers are stepping in. Airlines Rush To Help Stranded Spirit Passengers After Collapse As Spirit Airlines abruptly ceased operations, the U.S. Department of Transportation says...
Point Me to the Plane
What’s Your Secret To Happy Travels?
Happy travels start from the ground up! That means keeping your feet happy. Here's my secret.
Miles To Memories
(Free Museum Weekend) Bank of America Museums on Us, List of Dates & Participating Museums
The Bank of America museums on us program returns for 2026. Find out dates, how to qualify & how to check out certain museums for FREE.
2PAXfly
EMIRATES: Talk of First Class private suites with en suite bathrooms
Rumours are mounting that Emirates could be working on a new First Class concept featuring private suites with their own en-suite bathrooms. It sounds ambitious, but this is the airline that already put showers on board the Airbus A380 and introduced fully enclosed suites on the Boeing 777. If any...
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QANTAS: New open skies deal between Australia and Canada opens more flights and destinations
A new open skies agreement between Australia and Canada has removed limits on flights between the two countries, giving Qantas the green light to expand its services. The updated air services arrangement allows unlimited passenger capacity for Australian carriers, replacing the previous cap that effectively limited Qantas to a daily...
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FIJI AIRWAYS: Dallas USA flights dropped from September
Fiji Airways is reshaping its network, cutting its Dallas route while boosting capacity on other key services amid rising fuel costs. The airline will suspend flights between Nadi and Dallas Fort Worth from 7 September, marking a retreat from one of its longest and most operationally demanding routes. That removes...
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EMIRATES: A380s to get Starlink WiFi
The first Starlink-equipped superjumbo is now in service, marking the start of a rollout the airline says will extend across its entire fleet by mid-2027. And, it’s free. Emirates is ditching its current pay-to-use model, which charges up to around US$20, in favour of complimentary high-speed access for all passengers....
Wild About Travel
Draft Future of First Class?
From Railway to Runway I juts tcked ofve r 1800 flights. of hthsoe, just 23 havebeejn fistc alss Some quick history. The class system in air travel, evolved from the British railways of the 1830s and originally aligned closely with the British Class System. Understanding this evolution from railways to...
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WEEKLY REVIEW: Sunday 26 April, 2026
I’m still in London, but will be departing soon. It’s really begun to warm up now, just in time for the London Marathon today. Not that I’m a participant. In fact, the only reason I know is because of its effects on public transport. And there seem to be a...
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SYDNEY AIRPORTS: July will see changes to flight paths as Western Sydney Airport starts cargo flights
Sydney’s skies are about to change, and if you live under a flight path, brace for impact. A shake-up of airspace across the city kicks in on July 9, paving the way for the first cargo flights into Western Sydney Airport later that month. It’s all part of getting the...
Wild About Travel
Explore Asia’s best city with me!
If you’ve never been, let me tell you why Taipei should be next on your list. This city offers so much to love. The food is extraordinary, the transport is amazing, the streets are safe, and the people are genuinely kind. There is enough history, culture, and night market chaos...