View from the Wing
SFO Airport Plans Private Terminal For Airline Passengers — Dedicated TSA, Driven To The Plane
San Francisco airport is planning a private terminal for commercial airline passengers, letting travelers skip the main terminal, clear dedicated TSA screening, and get driven across the airfield to their plane. It is the PS-style airport experience now spreading from LAX to Atlanta, Dallas, Miami, and soon to the Bay...
The Gate with Brian Cohen
Aerial Views of Buffalo. Sunday Morning Photograph.
I enjoyed aerial views of Buffalo on a clear and sunny day from the airplane aboard which I was a passenger shortly after it departed from Buffalo Niagara International Airport on its way to Atlanta recently.
Downtown Buffalo is clearly visible in the center of both photographs as...
Paddle Your Own Kanoo
Air India Express Boeing 737 Grounded After Pilots Try to Takeoff On the Edge of the Runway
An Air India Express Boeing 737 has been grounded in Muscat, Oman, for more than nine days after the pilots reportedly attempted to take off with the aircraft lined up with the right-hand edge lights of the runway. The incident occurred on May 15 but is now only coming to...
One Mile at a Time
Saudia Airbus A321XLRs With New Flat Bed Business Class Suites Join Fleet
In May 2023, Saudia unveiled plans to introduce an all-new business class product on upcoming Airbus A321XLRs. At the time, the plan was for those planes to be delivered in 2024, though that timeline ended up being pushed back by a couple of years, given overall A321XLR delays.
Paddle Your Own Kanoo
EasyJet Flight Makes ‘Precautionary’ Diversion After Passenger Admits to Leaving Power Bank in Checked Luggage
Passengers on a five-hour EasyJet flight from the Red Sea resort of Hurghada in Egypt to London Luton were in for a nasty surprise earlier this week when they discovered that their plane was going to make a precautionary diversion to Rome, Italy, because one of their seatmates had left...
One Mile at a Time
I Feel Bad: Fired United Airlines Pilot Speaks Out Over Viral Cockpit Incident
Several days ago, I wrote about how two United Airlines pilots were fired following a Colorado Rockies charter flight back in 2024 (this is getting more attention now due to a whistleblower hearing that’s happening). Specifically, one of the coaches had posted a video of him in the captain’s seat...
View from the Wing
California Hotel Clerk Sees Israeli Passports, Calls Guests ‘Zionist Baby Killers’ — Then Posts The Video Himself
A California hotel clerk saw Israeli passports at check-in, confronted the guests as “Zionists” and “baby killers,” filmed the exchange, and then posted it himself. The hotel says he no longer works there — but the video captures exactly why guests should not have to pass a political loyalty test...
Paddle Your Own Kanoo
Pop Superstar Katy Perry Heaps Praise On Air Canada Flight Attendants After Witnessing Them Leap Into Action to Save a Seatmates Life
Global pop superstar Katy Perry, best known for her Billboard chart hits Firework, Roar, and Dark Horse, has heaped praise on flight attendants at Air Canada who leapt into action to help save the life of one of the singer’s seatmates during a flight to Los Angeles on Saturday evening....
One Mile at a Time
Virgin Atlantic Airbus A330neos Get New Premium Layout, 48 Upper Class Seats
In July 2025, Virgin Atlantic announced plans to invest in its passenger experience, including all-new cabins on its fleet of Boeing 787-9s. This is overdue, since the Dreamliners have the worst interiors you’ll find on Virgin Atlantic’s ”next generation” fleet, with herringbone seats in business class.
Frequent Miler
Last Chance Deals: Flying Blue & Hilton transfer bonuses, Choice & Hilton points sales, & more
Welcome to our weekly list of what’s ending this week as well as a collection of some other deals that are due to end soon. Several deals are expiring this week. That includes transfer bonuses to Air France/KLM Flying Blue and Hilton, as well as the latest points sales for Choice...
The Gate with Brian Cohen
What Is Wrong With This Photograph? Part 354
Set.me offers secure and reliable remote instant access with a simple link to other computers with unlimited unattended devices, unlimited file transfers, unlimited remote connections, and end-to-end encryption for absolute privacy.
For this edition of this popular game, can you guess what...
2PAXfly
WEEKLY REVIEW: Sunday 24 May, 2026
Greetings from Sydney. Back at home for a week or so before I head out on my next trip. Later this week, I’m heading eastward to the Americas. Precise location and cities to visit will be revealed as the trip progresses. These will all be totally new destinations for me,...
Frequent Miler
5 reasons I’m glad I got to live the nomad life…and the 10 reasons I don’t miss it (A Carrie commentary)
People often ask me if I miss being a digital nomad, living the full-time travel life, which I did off and on for the better part of a decade. The short answer is…”no”, but of course, there’s a long answer too. If the long answer piques your interest, this post...
Live and Let’s Fly
Introduction: My Odd Spring Break To Europe On United And SWISS
Welcome to my next trip report, which will detail my rather odd but still restful spring break in Germany, with flight reviews on United Airlines and SWISS. Spring Break In Switzerland + Germany On United + SWISS Spring break came at an inopportune time, as my wife Heidi was scheduled...
View from the Wing
Uber Says Widow Can’t Sue In Court Over Husband’s Fatal Airport Ride — Because She Had Her Own Rideshare Account
A man died in an Uber crash on the way to Midway Airport. Now the Illinois Supreme Court is considering whether his widow can sue Uber in court — or whether her own unrelated Uber app account forces her wrongful-death claims into arbitration.
Economy Class & Beyond
Last Week at Economy Class and Beyond (23rd May)
We’re into the second May Bank Holiday weekend in England, and of course, half-term as well. But it is still Saturday at the time of writing, so it’s time for your weekly dose of headlines from Economy Class and Beyond. And yes, it’s also Pride Weekend in Birmingham. Because Love...
One Mile at a Time
Weekly Review: May 23, 2026
I hope everyone is having a nice weekend so far! I’m at home with family, but have a big summer trip planned for a couple of weeks from now, which I’m still finalizing arrangements for (it takes a bit more effort when traveling with two little kids!). Given that it’s...
BoardingArea
Outside Lands 2025: SFO Lounge Hacks & Hotel Points to Score Big
Outside Lands 2025 at Golden Gate Park offers music and art from August 8–10 with rumored headliners like Doja Cat and Tyler, The Creator. This guide covers lounge strategies at SFO and top hotel redemption options for frequent flyers.
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Dance Through Europe’s Biggest Techno Bash: Zurich Street Parade 2025 with Star Alliance Awards
On August 9, 2025, Zurich expects nearly a million techno enthusiasts for the Street Parade’s 32nd edition. Discover five reasons to redeem your Star Alliance miles and immerse yourself in this epic summer celebration.
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Top Marina Bay Fireworks Hotels on Points for Singapore’s 60th National Day 2025
Singapore’s 60th National Day will illuminate Marina Bay with brilliant fireworks and exclusive staycation packages. Discover the best hotels and essential tips to maximize your points for an unforgettable SG60 celebration.
