View from the Wing
Drew Barrymore Broke Down Crying In An Airplane Galley — Then The Flight Attendant Who Held Her Appeared On Her Show
Drew Barrymore’s show higlighted a clip about a flight attendant who comforted her while she cried in an airplane galley as she battled for sobriety. The crewmember appeared in her studio audience. My own Drew Barrymore pre-sobriety story involves American Express, WeWork, and the etymology of the phrase “from soup...
One Mile at a Time
Delta Flight Diverts Due To Bad Weather, Then Leaves Passengers Behind
A Delta passenger has taken to social media to share a bizarre incident that happened when a flight diverted due to bad weather. I'm writing about this because I find the situation to be so bizarre, especially given how common weather diversions are, and I'm curious what the real story...
Trending
Paddle Your Own Kanoo
Two Airlink Embraer E-Jets Perform Stunning Flyover of DHL Stadium in Cape Town, But Were the Planes Dangerously Low?
Two specially branded Airlink Embraer E-Jets performed a stunning low-altitude flyover of the DHL Stadium in Cape Town, South Africa, on Saturday just before kick-off between the South African Springboks and the New Zealand All Blacks as part of a new rugby tour called ‘Rugby’s Greatest Rivalry.’ The flyover was...
Your Mileage May Vary
They Flew Halfway Around the World For A Wedding, Then Realized They Weren’t Invited
A couple spent thousands and flew 14 hours to attend a destination wedding in Argentina. There was just one problem: they weren’t actually on the guest list. Weddings are typically…
Miles To Memories
I’m Flying Blue Platinum – Here’s How Extra Award Availability Actually Looks
Flying Blue Platinum award availability is apparently wider at this level. Today, I compare it to what's possible with zero status.
TravelUpdate
New Amex NLL (No Lifetime Language) Sign-Up Bonus Offers Now Available
Two new Amex welcome bonus links are now showing ujp for two popular cards with limited time sign up bonuses attached.
Points Miles and Bling
Flight Review: Air Canada Economy from Toronto to Delhi
Introduction & Booking: In early August, I flew from Toronto to Delhi for a work trip. I’ve done several long…
Live and Let’s Fly
Prince Harry And Meghan Markle Move Back To Britain On $120,000 Private Jet Flight
Prince Harry and Meghan Markle are back in Britain, arriving with Prince Archie and Princess Lilibet after flying privately from Southern California to Birmingham. Let’s take a look at how they flew there, which is different than the past several trips on British Airways or American Airlines. Prince Harry And...
View from the Wing
American Airlines Fixes A Bizarre Upgrade Glitch—You Keep The Seat, It Keeps Your Money
American Airlines has fixed a strange systems problem that stripped away a paid upgrade when a customer later used a systemwide upgrade elsewhere on the same itinerary. The passenger now keeps the upgraded seat—but American also keeps the payment.
Your Mileage May Vary
Passenger’s Petty Revenge On Line Cutter Was *Chef’s Kiss*
An impatient passenger pushed her way through an airport boarding line. But the traveler she cut in front of spotted something that turned the whole situation around. Full disclosure: one…
Your Mileage May Vary
The AMEX Platinum Car Rental Benefit That Saved Me $70
If I had to describe my relationship with the American Express Platinum card, “it’s complicated” would be an understatement. For all its standout features—like unequaled lounge access and its collection…
One Mile at a Time
Is American Really Losing $1 Billion A Year At Chicago O’Hare? Here’s What The Data Shows
Currently, Chicago O'Hare Airport (ORD) is probably the most fiercely competitive airport in the country. Both American and United have hubs there -- United has gained a huge advantage in recent years, though American is now trying to win back some of the market share it has lost.
Eye of the Flyer
A Cruise Ship Tragedy You Need to Read, Major Airline Card Offers Just Launched, Marriott’s Moxy Irony, and More — Weekly Recap
I just got back from yet another amazing fall golf trip up to the Gaylord, Michigan area. We played one new course on the way up, Dunmaglass in Charlevoix, and it not only had stunning views but was a real test of my game. We also played The Tribute again,...
International Stories
Brazil
Pontos pra Voar
Anvisa muda regras sanitárias em aeroportos e aviões no Brasil
A Anvisa anunciou novas regras sanitárias para aeroportos e aeronaves que operam no Brasil. A Resolução da Diretoria Colegiada (RDC) nº 1.038 foi divulgada na última semana de agosto e substitui as normas que estavam em vigor desde 2022, com o objetivo de adequar os procedimentos às atuais exigências de...
Brazil
Pontos pra Voar
Cupons de desconto – Saiba como usar e economizar na Amazon, Magalu e Mercado Livre
Cupons podem reduzir o valor das compras na Amazon, na Magalu e no Mercado Livre, mas cada plataforma possui regras próprias. Entenda como usar os cupons de desconto, onde aplicá-los e quais cuidados tomar para que o benefício seja reconhecido antes do pagamento. Como usar cupons de desconto Os cupons...
Germany
You Have Been Upgraded
Swiss plant in Zürich neue Lounges
Neue Swiss Lounges kommen … Am Flughafen Zürich beginnen Umbauarbeiten in A und damit muss Swiss ihre Lounges…
Germany
You Have Been Upgraded
Tausende kostenlose Delta SkyMiles Meilen kassieren
Mit Delta SkyMiles abholen … Ihr kennt meine Liebe zu kostenlosen Meilen und hier habe ich wieder was…
Brazil
Pontos pra Voar
Compre pontos Livelo com 55% de desconto na compra de pontos + desconto extra no Pix
A Livelo está com uma nova oferta na compra de pontos, em que oferece 55% de desconto para os assinantes do clube. Além disso, os clientes que optarem pelo pagamento no Pix terão 3% de desconto extra. A promoção é válida até amanhã, dia 30 de agosto. Compre pontos Livelo...
Brazil
Pontos pra Voar
Clube Smiles: receba até 30 mil milhas bônus em novas assinaturas
A Smiles liberou uma nova oferta de adesão ao clube, em que oferece aos seus clientes até 30.000 milhas bônus em novas assinaturas do Clube Smiles. Abaixo, confira os detalhes desta campanha, válida até as 10h do dia 2 de setembro. Promoção Clube Smiles Nesta oferta, o bônus varia conforme o...
Brazil
Pontos pra Voar
Bate-papo do PPV: dicas, experiências, estratégias de viagens e milhas
Trocar experiências pode ajudar a encontrar novas formas de aproveitar melhor seus pontos e milhas. No bate-papo do Pontos Pra Voar, você encontra uma comunidade gratuita de viajantes que compartilham dicas, descobertas e informações sobre programas de fidelidade. Participe, tire suas dúvidas e contribua com a comunidade. Bate-papo PPV Para...
Brazil
Pontos pra Voar
Mega Promo LATAM Pass: passagens nacionais a partir de 3.328 milhas
A Mega Promo do LATAM Pass está cheia de tarifas exclusivas e super baratas. Garanta sua passagem com desconto! No artigo de hoje, reunimos passagens nacionais a partir 3.328 + taxas. A seguir, veja os detalhes e arrume suas malas para viajar pelo Brasil. Mega Promo LATAM Pass Para garantir...
Brazil
Pontos pra Voar
Como usei o Azul Fidelidade para planejar uma viagem completa a Orlando com 53% de economia
Passagens aéreas, hotéis, ingressos, aluguel de carro e até um cruzeiro Disney. Veja como planejamos uma viagem para Orlando com pontos Azul Fidelidade e utilizamos diferentes estratégias para reduzir significativamente o custo total das férias. Quando se fala em programas de fidelidade, muita gente pensa apenas na emissão de passagens...
Spain
Ultima Llamada
LifeMiles: cómo funciona, cuánto valen sus millas y mejores canjes
LifeMiles es el programa de millas de Avianca, pero también permite reservar vuelos de Star Alliance y de socios como Iberia y GOL. Te explico cómo funciona, cuánto valen sus millas y qué canjes siguen mereciendo la pena.
Brazil
Pontos pra Voar
Smiles está oferecendo até 355% de bônus na compra de milhas
A Smiles está oferecendo uma nova oportunidade para quem deseja reforçar o saldo de milhas. A campanha garante até 355% de bônus na compra de milhas, com o percentual do benefício variando de acordo com a categoria do cliente no Clube Smiles. A promoção é válida até as 21h do...
Spain
Ultima Llamada
Vuelos a Filipinas desde España por 432 € ida y vuelta
Actualizado el 29 de agosto de 2026. Ruta: Barcelona–Manila. Precio: desde 432 € ida y vuelta. Aerolínea: Air China. Cabina: Turista. Escala: Pekín. Ejemplo verificado: 2–22 de septiembre de 2026. Volar desde España a Filipinas por 432 € ida y vuelta no es una tarifa habitual. Encontré vuelos de Air...
Brazil
Pontos pra Voar
Os queridinhos dos nossos grupos: veja os produtos mais vendidos
Que tal aproveitar o fim de semana para descobrir alguns produtos diferentes? Nossa equipe preparou uma seleção dos itens mais vendidos nos nossos grupos, encontrados no Mercado Livre e na Amazon. Confira os destaques e veja quais produtos chamaram a atenção dos nossos participantes. Produtos mais vendidos da Amazon Produtos...
Brazil
Pontos pra Voar
Mega Promo LATAM: passagens internacionais a partir de R$ 427
A Mega Promo da LATAM chegou com oportunidades para quem sonha em fazer uma viagem para fora do país. Nesta seleção, reunimos passagens de ida para destinos internacionais a partir de R$ 427. Confira as opções disponíveis e veja se chegou a hora de tirar aquela viagem do papel. Mega...
Brazil
Pontos pra Voar
Reserve hotéis no Nordeste com diárias a partir de R$ 150
Quem busca conhecer novos destinos no Nordeste pode aproveitar esta seleção para economizar na hospedagem. Reunimos hotéis com diárias a partir de R$ 150 em diferentes cidades da região, com opções para diversos perfis de viajantes. Confira as ofertas. Hotéis em Aracaju, Natal, Maceió e João Pessoa Confira na sequência...
Brazil
Pontos pra Voar
Veja como economizar com pontos Esfera na baixa temporada internacional
Viajar fora dos períodos de maior procura pode significar tarifas mais baixas, maior disponibilidade e boas oportunidades para utilizar pontos. De passagens para a Europa a hotéis e aluguel de carros, veja como usar pontos Esfera na baixa temporada para reduzir os custos de uma viagem internacional. Pontos Esfera para...
Brazil
Pontos pra Voar
RIOgaleão é o primeiro aeroporto da América Latina autorizado a receber novo Boeing 777-9
O RIOgaleão recebeu autorização da Agência Nacional de Aviação Civil (Anac) para operar o novo Boeing 777-9, tornando-se o primeiro aeroporto da América Latina a obter a liberação para esse modelo de aeronave. O processo teve início em 2024 e foi oficializado no começo de agosto por meio da Portaria...
Brazil
Pontos pra Voar
Radar PPV! Resumo das promoções de acúmulo e transferência de pontos do dia 28 de agosto de 2026
A sexta-feira chegou, e o Radar PPV já está atualizado com as principais oportunidades do dia. Reunimos promoções de pontos e milhas, além de ofertas que podem fazer a diferença no planejamento da sua próxima viagem. Confira os destaques e aproveite. Promoções de acúmulo de pontos ¹ pontos por dólar....
Brazil
Pontos pra Voar
Vai acabar! Compre pontos Livelo com 54% OFF e ganhe 20% de bônus com cartão Elo
Essas são as últimas horas para participar da oferta da Livelo para clientes selecionados. Nesta campanha, se você for selecionado, consegue 54% de desconto na compra de pontos. Além disso, pagando com cartão Elo, você garante 20% de bônus. Confira os detalhes a seguir! Compre pontos Livelo com 54% OFF...
Brazil
Pontos pra Voar
Últimos dias! Assine o Sam’s Club com 30% de desconto e ganhe até 4.500 pontos KMV
Últimos dias para aproveitar! O Sam’s Club está oferecendo 30% de desconto na assinatura dos planos Club e Plus, além de permitir que novos assinantes ganhem 3.500 pontos KMV. A promoção também inclui a possibilidade de adicionar uma pessoa gratuitamente à assinatura e garantir mais 1.000 pontos KMV. Confira as...
Brazil
Pontos pra Voar
Azul transporta 2,65 milhões de passageiros em julho
A Azul transportou 2,65 milhões de passageiros em julho de 2026, considerando suas operações domésticas e internacionais, segundo dados da Agência Nacional de Aviação Civil (Anac). No mês, a companhia disponibilizou mais de 3,28 milhões de assentos. No acumulado entre janeiro e julho, foram 17,65 milhões de passageiros transportados, enquanto...
Brazil
Pontos pra Voar
Mega Promo LATAM Pass: passagens internacionais a partir de 12.552 milhas
Está pensando em fazer uma viagem internacional? A sua grande oportunidade acabou de chegar com a Mega Promo do LATAM Pass! Nesta seleção de hoje, reunimos trechos internacionais a partir de 12.552 milhas LATAM Pass + taxas. A seguir, veja os detalhes e arrume suas malas. Mega Promo LATAM Pass Para...
Brazil
Pontos pra Voar
Qantas antecipa data para aposentar seus Airbus A380
A Qantas decidiu antecipar a depedida de um dos aviões mais emblemáticos de sua frota: a companhia pretende iniciar, em abril de 2028, a retirada gradual dos Airbus A380, substituindo os gigantes de quatro motores por aeronaves mais novas e eficientes, como os Airbus A350 e os Boeing 787. A380...
Brazil
Pontos pra Voar
Sextou com cupons do Mercado Livre, Magalu e Amazon
A sexta-feira chegou e também chegaram as oportunidades para economizar nas compras online. Nossa equipe de promoções reuniu cupons ativos do Mercado Livre, Amazon e Magalu, com descontos em diferentes categorias. Confira as condições e aproveite enquanto os códigos estiverem disponíveis. Cupons do Mercado Livre Confira os cupons ativos no...
View from the Wing
Delta Sent Passengers To Baggage Claim After Diverting To Ft. Myers—Then TSA Closed And The Flight Left Without Them
Delta flight 749 diverted to Fort Myers during thunderstorms. Passengers say they were sent to baggage claim; when the aircraft resumed to Tampa, the security checkpoint had closed—leaving those who followed instructions behind.
Economondo
Plane to Busan: An Overnight Slog on a Jeju Air Boeing 737 MAX
Join me as I fly on Korea's oldest LCC on a flight from Singapore to Busan

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Live and Let’s Fly
FAA Rejected American’s Ask On Boeing 787 Wing Cracks
The FAA ordered Boeing 787 wing inspections, told American its tracking software is not the agency's problem, and skipped the Boeing accountability question.
Travel Codex
The Flight Range Atlas: See Where Any Airliner Can Actually Fly
Every time an airline takes delivery of a new long range jet, I catch myself asking the same question: where could they actually fly this thing? Route planners live in the world of aircraft range and great circle distance, but most of us only ever see a brochure number and...
Frequent Miler
Last Chance Deals: 40+ offers including 3 transfer bonuses, many Amex Offers, & more
Welcome to our weekly list of what’s ending this week, along with a collection of other deals due to end soon. It’s another busy week for expiring deals, with more than 40 set to end in the coming days. That’s because Monday is the last day of the month, so...
Points With a Crew
I Finally Cracked the Tokyo Subway System (And It’s Easier Than I Thought)
The Tokyo subway system seemed impossible at first. After another Japan trip, I finally understand how it all fits together, and with a little work, you can too.
The Gate with Brian Cohen
What Is Wrong With This Photograph? Part 368
I was picking up an order at a McDonald’s restaurant recently when I noticed the electronic illuminated menu behind the counter, which immediately caught my attention for some reason. For this edition of this popular game, can you guess what...
2PAXfly
WEEKLY REVIEW: Sunday 30 August, 2026
Hello travellers, Qantas and Virgin Australia both reported their financial year 2026 results. While Qantas profit slid, Virgin’s profit rose. Interestingly, Virgin Australia’s share price rose the day before the announed and fell slightly after the announcement despite paying out its first dividend in a long while. Qantas’ share price...
Frequent Miler
Where should Greg go as a weekend trip from Berlin? (A Carrie commentary)
In the most recent Frequent Miler on the Air episode, Greg asked for some advice about where he might want to go for a weekend trip from Berlin, Germany. I immediately had a bunch of ideas before I gave any thought to logistics… and then I did some research to...
Your Mileage May Vary
The Smallest Commercial Airport in the United States
A couple of weeks ago, I wrote about my experience at what was the smallest airport I had ever seen. Upon reading that, a couple of our readers took the…
The Bulkhead Seat
2026 Weekly Review: August 29th
Greetings from Chicago! I spent this week in Charlotte and Dallas. I’m glad to…
Frequent Miler
(Avianca Lifemiles added) US Bank launches transfer partners. Now transfer to Accor, Flying Blue, and Ethiopian
Update 8/29/26: US Bank has now added Avianca Lifemiles as its 5th transfer partner. Points transfer 1:1 from the Altitude Reserve card (and likely also from old FlexPerks cards). It is great to see U.S. Bank expand partners already. Hopefully, this is an indication that we will continue to see...
The Bulkhead Seat
Promo: Delta Brings Back 12Status Again With Free Miles for Seattle Seahawks Fans
Football is back. As players prepare to take the field, fans across Washington are…
View from the Wing
United Wants American Airlines Out Of Chicago—AI Backs Its $1.1 Billion Loss Claim By Inventing $2.8 Billion In Costs
A Claude-assisted analysis finds United earns 10.5% more per passenger-mile in Chicago, then swaps in modeled revenue and assigns American $2.8 billion in missing expenses. The data support United’s pricing advantage—not a $1.1 billion avoidable loss.
One Mile at a Time
Weekly Review: August 29, 2026
I hope everyone is having a nice weekend so far! I have roughly another week at home before I take my next trip, which reminds me, I need to actually finalize those details. Before I kick off that journey, I hope to finish up my current trip report series. On...
Points With a Crew
This is how many states the average American has been to
I recently read a survey done in 2016 talking about the number of states the average American has been to. I was blown away - it was WAY less than I thought!
Miles To Memories
I’m Flying Blue Platinum – Here’s How Extra Award Availability Actually Looks
Flying Blue Platinum award availability is apparently wider at this level. Today, I compare it to what's possible with zero status.
Your Mileage May Vary
Credit Card Review: Hilton Honors American Express Surpass Card
American Express issues three personal Hilton Honors cards, each aimed at a different type of traveler. On the no-annual-fee end, there’s the Hilton Honors American Express Card, a solid starter…
The Gate with Brian Cohen
Noisy Musical Dripping Shower in Hotel Room. With Short Raw Video.
Design can enhance functionality aesthetically for the improvement of an experience; but sometimes when design takes priority over functionality, the results may not be the most efficient or effective — such as with a noisy musical dripping shower in a hotel room of which a short raw video was taken...
View from the Wing
American Airlines Fixes A Bizarre Upgrade Glitch—You Keep The Seat, It Keeps Your Money
American Airlines has fixed a strange systems problem that stripped away a paid upgrade when a customer later used a systemwide upgrade elsewhere on the same itinerary. The passenger now keeps the upgraded seat—but American also keeps the payment.
One Mile at a Time
Highest-Ever Chase Ink Business Cash Bonus: Earn 100K Bonus Points
The Ink Business Cash Credit Cardis part ofthe Chase Ink Business card portfolio, and is one of the best no annual fee cards out there.
Miles To Memories
inKind Doubles Referral Bonus, Earn $50 For Every Invite
inKind is one of my favorite apps for savings at bars, restaurants and cafés. New York City has plenty of options, as do many other major cities.
View from the Wing
Bilt’s Authorized User Strategy Doubles Transfer Bonus Caps And 3X Spending—Here’s How My Wife And I Use It
Bilt lets adult authorized users receive points and Bilt Cash in their own accounts. I’m using that feature so my wife and I each get five Points Accelerators and separate Rent Day transfer bonus caps—then adding reciprocal Palladium and Obsidian cards.
Paddle Your Own Kanoo
American Airlines Bolsters Maintenance Workforce to Combat Broken Seats, Wonky Tray Tables And Defective In-Flight Entertainment Systems
American Airlines has hired more than 60 additional maintenance technicians to finally get to grips with what the carrier’s frequent flyers, pilots, and flight attendants know all too well… the upkeep of its airplane cabins hasn’t been a big enough priority for far too long, with broken seats, wonky tray...
One Mile at a Time
Is American Really Losing $1 Billion A Year At Chicago O’Hare? Here’s What The Data Shows
Currently, Chicago O'Hare Airport (ORD) is probably the most fiercely competitive airport in the country. Both American and United have hubs there -- United has gained a huge advantage in recent years, though American is now trying to win back some of the market share it has lost.
Paddle Your Own Kanoo
Two Airlink Embraer E-Jets Perform Stunning Flyover of DHL Stadium in Cape Town, But Were the Planes Dangerously Low?
Two specially branded Airlink Embraer E-Jets performed a stunning low-altitude flyover of the DHL Stadium in Cape Town, South Africa, on Saturday just before kick-off between the South African Springboks and the New Zealand All Blacks as part of a new rugby tour called ‘Rugby’s Greatest Rivalry.’ The flyover was...