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KLM Royal Dutch Airlines is Getting Ultra-Fast Starlink Internet… But Only If You Fly Long-Haul
Yet another European airline has chosen to install free, ultra-fast Starlink internet, which is fast becoming the de facto in-flight Wi-Fi service for full-service airlines around the world (with one very notable exception). On Thursday, KLM Royal Dutch Airlines announced that it had partnered with Elon Musk’s Starlink internet service...
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U.S. Airlines Are Running Later Than A Year Ago—Southwest’s On-Time Performance Fell 10 Points
All seven U.S. airlines in Cirium’s September rankings were less punctual and canceled a larger share of flights than a year earlier. Southwest had the biggest punctuality decline but still the lowest cancellation rate as Delta led U.S. carriers.
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TSA PreCheck Passengers Will Have To Go Through Body Scanners—New Lanes Coming To 7 Airports Within 6 Weeks
Automated PreCheck gates, forced body scanners and software that flags suspicious bags could change the checkpoint experience. TSA wants more paying members, but its own staffing model makes a better case for free enrollment and less screening of vetted travelers.
One Mile at a Time
Alaska Airlines & Breeze Airways Launch Unusual Partnership… But Why?
Alaska Airlines has quietly started selling Breeze Airways tickets and awarding Atmos Rewards points — an unusual partnership with an unclear motive.
Live and Let’s Fly
Delta Passenger Says He Refused A Seat Swap, Started Recording, And Was Kicked Off The Plane
A Delta Air Lines passenger says he was asked to give up his seat so a couple could sit together, declined after seeing the replacement, and was eventually removed from the flight after recording the dispute. Delta says he failed to follow crew instructions. I understand that passengers cannot simply...
Your Mileage May Vary
Japan Is Changing Its Tax-Free Shopping For Tourists. Here’s What You’ll Need To Know
Japan isn’t eliminating tax-free shopping for tourists, but it’s changing the rules and procedures of how it works. Shopping in Japan as a tourist has always come with a nice…
Your Mileage May Vary
Delta Is Cutting Food & Drink Service On Some Flights. Here’s Who Loses It
Delta is changing its food and beverage service on select flights. Most passengers will no longer receive anything, although one group will continue getting full service. Another day, another airline…
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United Pilots Reportedly Gave Up First Class To Monitor Behavior Of Colleague Who Praised October 7 Attack
A new report says two United pilots spent an entire flight in the cockpit because they didn’t trust Ibrahim Mossallam. It also alleges the pilots’ union blocked his firing.
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Delta Passenger Shows Up At 6:59 For 7 A.M. Flight—Knocks On Boarding Door For Them To Open
A man knocked on the closed boarding door at Delta’s gate 12 at Bradley International Airport in Hartford. Flight 1330 to Minneapolis was scheduled for 7 a.m. and the clock shows it's 6:59. He made it before departure! Why can't he get on?
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Two Star Alliance Airlines Expand Partnership: More Miles & Elite Perks
Two Massive Star Alliance Airlines have deepened their relationship further, the changes go into effect very soon, starting October 15, 2026.
Live and Let’s Fly
Ouch: Delta A350 Clips Air Canada 777’s Tail At LAX While Taxiing For Tokyo
A Delta Air Lines Airbus A350-900 clipped an Air Canada Boeing 777-200 at Los Angeles International Airport this morning, damaging the aircraft and disrupting travel plans. Thankfully, no injuries have been reported, but this is certainly not how anyone wanted to begin a flight to Tokyo or end one from...
Frequent Miler
Many Alaska/Hawaiian/Atmos changes: Communities, debit card, transferable points, premium economy, & more
Alaska Airlines and Hawaiian Airlines have made several announcements this past week, providing updates in a wide range of areas including an expanded Communities feature, a new debit card, the upcoming ability to transfer points from Bank of America and other banks to Atmos Rewards, the ability to choose how...
Miles For Family
How I’m Using Miles, Points and Credit Card Perks on our Disney World/Disney Cruise Line Vacation
My family is currently on a short fall break vacation, including one day at Walt Disney World and a 5-night cruise on Disney Cruise Line. This isn’t one of those vacations that is practically “free” using miles and points. However, we did use miles and points as well as credit...
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Pontos pra Voar
Alerta PPV! Conheça novos destinos internacionais a partir de 37.200 pontos Azul Fidelidade
Pensando em viajar para fora do Brasil usando pontos? No alerta de passagens PPV de hoje, nossa equipe encontrou oportunidades de emissão pelo Azul Fidelidade para diferentes destinos internacionais, com passagens a partir de apenas 37.200 pontos + taxas. Confira os trechos e as datas disponíveis e comece a planejar...
Brazil
Pontos pra Voar
Radar PPV! Resumo das promoções de acúmulo e transferência de pontos do dia 7 de outubro de 2026
Mais um Radar PPV está no ar! Nesta quarta-feira, nossa equipe reuniu uma seleção especial com as principais oportunidades encontradas no universo dos pontos, milhas e viagens. Confira as promoções, acompanhe as novidades e veja quais ofertas podem ajudar você a economizar. Promoções de acúmulo de pontos ¹ pontos por...
Brazil
Pontos pra Voar
Segue valendo! LATAM Pass com 25% de bônus na transferência do Itaú e Credicard
Segue valendo! O LATAM Pass mantém a campanha de transferência bonificada em parceria com o Itaú e a Credicard, oferecendo 25% de bônus no envio de pontos. E, caso seja sua primeira transferência entre os parceiros, você ainda ganha mais 1.000 milhas extra. A condição fica disponível até 9 de...
Brazil
Pontos pra Voar
Por pouco tempo! LATAM tem passagens nacionais a partir de R$ 175
Apenas hoje, dia 7 de outubro, a LATAM está com passagens nacionais em promoção. Nesta campanha, é possível encontrar trechos para voar pelo Brasil gastando a partir de R$ 175. A seguir, veja os principais detalhes e aproveite antes que acabe. Como emitir passagens nacionais na LATAM? Para garantir as...
Brazil
Pontos pra Voar
Procurando oportunidades para viajar? Conheça o grupo de emissões PPV
Pesquisar passagens com milhas em diferentes programas pode ser uma tarefa demorada, principalmente para quem busca boas oportunidades. No grupo de emissões do PPV, nossa equipe monitora diferentes programas de fidelidade e envia mais de 400 alertas por mês para o seu celular, incluindo oportunidades nacionais e internacionais. Confira os...
Brazil
Pontos pra Voar
Alerta PPV! LATAM Pass tem voos para Lisboa a partir de 50 mil milhas + taxas
Lisboa por 50 mil milhas? No alerta de passagens PPV de hoje, nossa equipe encontrou oportunidades para cruzar o Atlântico utilizando o LATAM Pass, com emissões para a capital portuguesa a partir de 50 mil milhas + taxas. Confira os trechos e as datas disponíveis e aproveite para planejar sua...
Brazil
Pontos pra Voar
Últimas horas! Transfira pontos da Livelo para o Azul Fidelidade com até 100% de bônus
Últimas horas para aproveitar! Termina hoje a campanha do Azul Fidelidade em parceria com a Livelo, que oferece até 100% de bônus nas transferências de pontos entre os programas. Se você estava esperando para aproveitar a oferta, vale conferir as condições antes do encerramento. Veja os detalhes! Promoção Azul Fidelidade...
Brazil
Pontos pra Voar
Amazon, Mercado Livre e Magalu: confira os cupons ativos nesta quarta-feira
A quarta-feira pode ser o dia perfeito para você economizar! Nossa equipe selecionou os principais cupons ativos disponíveis na Amazon, Mercado Livre e Magalu, reunindo oportunidades para quem quer pagar menos nas compras online. Confira as condições de cada oferta e aproveite. Cupons da Amazon Confira os cupons ativos na...
Brazil
Pontos pra Voar
Compartilhando Emissões: Miami para Los Angeles voando American Airlines
Dando sequência à série “Compartilhando Emissões” aqui no Pontos pra Voar, iremos continuar a falar sobre uma sequência de emissões que realizei, sendo neste post para uma viagem de Miami para Los Angeles, via Raleigh-Durham, para três passageiros, em classe econômica, voando com a American Airlines e utilizando milhas do...
Brazil
Pontos pra Voar
Oferta relâmpago! Nomad oferece 5,5% de cahsback na conversão de dólares ou euros
A Nomad acaba de liberar uma oferta relâmpago, em que oferece até 55 dólares ou euros de cashback! Ao abrir sua conta internacional na Nomad com o código VOAR55C, você ganha 5,5% de cashback em todas as conversões feitas em até 15 dias. Abaixo, veja os detalhes e aproveite! Nomad...
Brazil
Pontos pra Voar
Alerta PPV! Voe para St. Martin a partir de 54 mil milhas Smiles + taxas
St. Martin nos planos da próxima viagem? No alerta de passagens PPV de hoje, nossa equipe encontrou oportunidades para conhecer esse destino caribenho usando milhas Smiles, com emissões a partir de 54 mil milhas + taxas e saídas de diferentes cidades do Brasil. Confira os trechos e as datas disponíveis...
Brazil
Pontos pra Voar
British Airways revela novas cabines do A380 com 106 suítes na classe executiva
A British Airways apresentou as novas cabines de seus Airbus A380. A reforma inclui uma nova First, 106 Club Suites ocupando todo o piso superior e melhorias também na econômica premium e econômica. British Airways revela novidades do A380 A British Airways revelou os detalhes da ampla renovação que será...
Brazil
Pontos pra Voar
Hotéis perto de aeroportos: diárias a partir de R$ 162
Escolher uma hospedagem próxima ao aeroporto pode trazer mais conforto e praticidade para a viagem. Nesta seleção, reunimos hotéis com diárias a partir de R$ 162, com opções ideais para voos de madrugada, conexões e chegadas noturnas. Confira os detalhes e encontre a melhor opção para sua estadia. Hotéis próximos...
Brazil
Pontos pra Voar
Turbina Saldo! Esfera oferece até 15 pontos por real em compras online
Hora de turbinar saldo na Esfera! Em sua nova edição de ofertas em lojas parceiras, o programa permite acumular até 15 pontos por real gasto em compras online. Se alguma compra já estava nos seus planos, vale conferir as pontuações disponíveis antes de fechar o pedido. Veja os principais destaques!...
Brazil
Pontos pra Voar
Sala VIP internacional do Aeroporto de Florianópolis dobra de tamanho
A sala VIP The Lounge da área internacional do Aeroporto de Florianópolis acaba de ganhar uma ampliação. O espaço dobrou de tamanho, aumentou sua capacidade e recebeu novidades, como um novo bar, segunda área de buffet e mais opções de assentos. Sala VIP internacional do Aeroporto de Florianópolis Quem embarca...
Brazil
Pontos pra Voar
Transfira pontos da Genial para o Azul Fidelidade com até 100% de bônus
O Azul Fidelidade está com uma nova oportunidade para quem possui pontos na Genial. Nesta parceria, os programas oferecem até 100% de bônus nas transferências de pontos realizadas até 9 de outubro. Confira as condições da campanha e veja como aproveitar! Promoção Azul Fidelidade e Genial Para esta campanha, a...
Brazil
Pontos pra Voar
Aena assume o comando do aeroporto do Galeão no Rio de Janeiro
A chegada oficial da Aena no aeroporto do Galeão marca a troca definitiva no comando do maior aeroporto internacional do Rio de Janeiro. A mudança encerra a gestão anterior e cumpre o resultado do leilão em que a empresa espanhola ofereceu R$ 2,9 bilhões para administrar o espaço. A partir...
Brazil
Pontos pra Voar
Alerta PPV! Conheça Madri a partir de 53.480 pontos Azul Fidelidade + taxas
Madri nos planos da próxima viagem? No Alerta de Passagens PPV de hoje, nossa equipe encontrou boas oportunidades para conhecer a capital espanhola usando o Azul Fidelidade, com emissões a partir de 53.480 pontos + taxas. Confira os trechos e as datas disponíveis e aproveite para planejar sua viagem à...
Brazil
Pontos pra Voar
Nordeste recebe mais de 2,4 mil voos extras da Azul na alta temporada de verão
A Azul Linhas Aéreas programou mais de 2,4 mil voos extras para o Nordeste entre 5 de dezembro de 2026 e 14 de fevereiro de 2027, totalizando 363,6 mil assentos exclusivos. O volume representa cerca de 90% de toda a malha complementar da empresa para o verão 2026/2027. A iniciativa...
Brazil
Pontos pra Voar
Economize no abastecimento! Shell Box oferece até R$ 7 de desconto
Quarta-feira você já sabe! O Shell Box está oferecendo R$ 0,10 de desconto por litro de combustível, com economia de até R$ 7 por abastecimento. Confira quem pode aproveitar a oferta, as principais regras e o passo a passo para garantir o desconto! Como funciona o desconto no Shell Box...
Brazil
Pontos pra Voar
Último dia! Assinantes do ALL Signature recebem até 22% de bônus na transferência de todos os parceiros para o ALL Accor
Hoje é o último dia para aproveitar a promoção do ALL Accor voltada aos assinantes do ALL Signature. Nesta campanha, é possível garantir até 22% de bônus sobre os pontos Reward transferidos de todos os parceiros. Vamos aos detalhes! Bônus na transferência de pontos de parceiros Durante o período da...
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British Airways kündigt umfangreiche Modernisierung für A380-Kabinen und London Lounges an
British Airways hat Details zu ihrer lang erwarteten Modernisierung des Airbus A380 bekannt gegeben und dabei eine umfassende…
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Así será el A380 renovado de British Airways: 106 Club Suites, nueva First y 88 plazas menos en Turista
British Airways renovará sus Airbus A380 con una nueva First, 106 Club Suites y 88 plazas menos en Turista. Así cambia la configuración del avión, cuándo empezará a volar y cómo reconocer la nueva cabina.
Brazil
Pontos pra Voar
Radar PPV! Resumo das promoções de acúmulo e transferência de pontos do dia 6 de outubro de 2026
Bem-vindo a mais um Radar PPV! Nesta terça-feira, nossa equipe reuniu uma seleção especial com as principais oportunidades encontradas no universo dos pontos, milhas e viagens. Confira as promoções, acompanhe as novidades e veja quais ofertas podem ajudar você a economizar. Promoções de acúmulo de pontos ¹ pontos por dólar....
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Purchase Hilton Honors Points at ₹ 0.44 / $ 0.0045 with upto 120% Bonus, their best ever offer
You can currently buy Hilton Honors Points at more than half the usual price, along with an enhanced quota of the number of points you can buy this year. If you stock up now, you can get great value from these points.
Traveling For Miles
Air France has filed plans to fly to San Diego and Nashville in 2027 (apparently)
Reports from AeroRoutes tell us that Air France has filed plans to offer nonstop services from Paris Charles de Gaulle to San Diego and Nashville starting in the 2027 summer season. The routes aren't yet live in the Air France booking engine, but the schedules are, apparently, filed.

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KLM to offer Starlink connectivity on intercontinental services
KLM Royal Dutch Airlines is adding new connectivity to its long-haul fleet, with them offering Starlink connectivity on its intercontinental fleet. Starlink connectivity will be offered from Mid-2027, with passengers given free high-speed Wi-Fi on intercontinental flights. The new service will be available in all cabin classes and will be...
The Bulkhead Seat
Air France Is Launching Nonstop Flights to Nashville and San Diego Next Summer
Air France is adding two new nonstop routes connecting Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport…
Live and Let’s Fly
British Airways Gives Business Class The Entire A380 Upper Deck, Taking Away Its Best Economy Seats
British Airways is finally bringing Club Suite to its Airbus A380, with a redesigned cabin that gives business class the entire upper deck. I welcome the upgrade, but there is a downside for budget travelers: the airline is eliminating what I consider its most appealing economy seating. British Airways’ A380...
One Mile at a Time
Air France Adding Flights To Nashville & San Diego In Summer 2027
Air France will begin new nonstop service from Paris to Nashville and San Diego in May 2027, operating Airbus A350s three times weekly on each route.
One Mile at a Time
KLM Rolling Out Free Starlink Wi-Fi In 2027, But Only On Long Haul Flights
KLM will introduce free Starlink Wi-Fi on long haul flights starting mid-2027, while short and medium haul planes stick with Viasat connectivity instead.
One Mile at a Time
Alaska Atmos Rewards’ Global Getaways Award Sale: Save Up To 50%
Alaska Atmos Rewards' Global Getaways promotion lets members save up to 50% on economy award tickets to select destinations, and it's now offered monthly.
One Mile at a Time
Royal Air Maroc To Offer Free Starlink Wi-Fi Starting Early 2027, A First For Africa
Royal Air Maroc will equip 41 aircraft with free Starlink Wi-Fi starting in early 2027, becoming the first African airline to commit to the service.
Frequent Flyer Bonuses
Save up to 50% on Atmos Rewards partner award flights to 6 cities in Europe and Asia (Must book by October 10!)
Alaska Airlines  award flight sale that offers up to 50% off select award flights is now a monthly feature like discounted reward sales from other airlines. The big difference is the short booking window for these offer from Atmos Rewards. These offers are available for departures from the U.S. and...
Frequent Miler
My quest for Flying Blue Platinum status
I’m determined to earn Air France KLM Flying Blue Platinum elite status. Three features of Platinum status are particularly compelling to me: 1) better access to lowest-level awards (such as 60K for business class between the U.S. and Europe); 2) the ability to change and cancel awards for free; and...
Frequent Miler
Lamingtons, Jaffles, and the end of my Wild Card journey (Nick’s Wild Card Journal)
With our final Wild Card judging live stream set to come out tonight (we’ll be live on Youtube at 9pm Eastern time), it occurred to me that I never journaled my final activities in Melbourne. On our final stop, I met my challenge of finding food for the picky eater,...
Points With a Crew
Amazon Prime Big Deal Days Ending Soon – Grab These Deals Before It’s Over
Amazon Prime Big Deal Days is almost over - make sure you check out these deals on travel and tech gear, including headphones, luggage, locks, packing cubes and supplies, travel books and ...
The Gate with Brian Cohen
Tropical Storm Isaias to Impact Gulf Coast: October 2026 Travel Alert
Due to the potential impact of Tropical Storm Isaias along the Gulf Coast of the United States, you may want to consider delaying your travel — or, at least, keep yourself updated as to the latest information pertaining to the weather — if this region is in your travel plans...
Frequent Miler
Choice Privileges now allows points sharing and it’s free (for now)
When Choice Privileges announced late last year that they were refreshing their loyalty program, one of the most eye-catching details was that members would gain the ability to transfer points to other members. What hadn’t been mentioned in the press release was whether there’d be a charge to do this,...
Frequent Miler
Bilt goes 4:3 to Hyatt. Now what? | Coffee Break Ep124 | 10-7-26
Just like we’ve seen with most of Chase cards, Bilt has announced it will be moving to a 4:3 transfer rate with Hyatt starting in January. So, what’s the best way to get Hyatt points now? Bilt goes 4:3 to Hyatt. Now what? Watch the full episode below, or listen...
Miles To Memories
What I Bought During Prime Big Deals (Hint: Too Much!)
I share exactly what I bought during Prime Big Deals (or new Prime Day) over the last few days. I also offer other deals I found interesting.
Your Mileage May Vary
The FAA Approved JetBlue’s LaGuardia Deal. Here’s the Catch
When JetBlue won the auction for Spirit Airlines’ former LaGuardia slots this summer, paying $58.5 million for 22 takeoff and landing rights, one major hurdle remained. The FAA had to…
Frequent Miler
UPS added, FedEx removed from Flexible Business Credit on American Express® Business Gold Card
Update 10/6/26: Amex removed FedEx as a redemption option for the American Express® Business Gold’s Flexible Business Credit on October 1, a change that had been announced many months ago. At the time, that meant that only GrubHub and office supply stores would be left as redemption options for that...
View from the Wing
Delta Passenger Stole An Airport Tug, Crashed It—Then Went After American’s Toilet Truck
A Seattle-bound passenger allegedly drove a stolen tug between gates at John Wayne Airport before trying to take a second airline’s service truck. Police arrested a 26-year-old man, and controller audio captures the response.
The Alviator
Review: SriLankan Airlines Serendiva Lounge, Colombo (CMB)
A review of the Serendiva Lounge in Colombo, available to SriLankan Airlines and Oneworld elite members flying in economy.
Frequent Miler
Hyatt ending 500 bonus points offer at new properties, replacing with 2X points
For the longest time, World of Hyatt has offered 500 bonus points per night when staying at its new properties. That feature of the loyalty program ended on October 1, but has been replaced with a different offer instead: double points on stays at new properties. Whether that’s an improvement...
Points With a Crew
Kickstarter: Soopl Urban Terrain Performance Suitcase
The Soopl suitcase is an urban terrain suitcase, with oversized wheels designed for streets and suites. It's on Kickstarter, but only for a few more...
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Traveling During Shoulder Season Sounds Great. Here Are 7 Reasons It Might Not Be
Traveling during shoulder season can mean smaller crowds and lower prices, but those benefits can come with some significant tradeoffs. Here are 7 things to consider before you book. “Shoulder…
The Gate with Brian Cohen
Earn 2,000 Bonus Rapid Rewards Points by Shopping
Effective through Monday, October 12, 2026 at 11:59:59 in the evening Eastern Daylight Time, you can earn 2,000 bonus Southwest Airlines Rapid Rewards points — in addition to the standard Rapid Rewards points earned — during the Fall Bonus Offer campaign at the Rapid Rewards Shopping portal by spending a...
Frequent Miler
ANA Amex Offer: Spend $2,500+ & get 30K Membership Rewards or $300 back
There are a couple of ANA Amex Offers available on a targeted basis at the moment. Both require $2,500 of spend, but one awards 30,000 bonus Membership Rewards points, while the other offers a $300 statement credit. The Deal Spend $2,500 in one or more purchases with All Nippon Airways...