Sam Chui
GeminiJets Airplane Models – December 25 New Release + Discounts
I have been collecting GeminiJets airplane models since they launched 20 years ago! Video Special Offer This is a sponsored post to showcase the latest GeminiJets airplane model releases. Hope you find something you like. To purchase GeminiJets, go to DiecastJets.com and use code SAMCHUI at checkout for up to 25% off and free shipping in the US....
View from the Wing
United Airlines Is Going Dark for 2–3 Hours Next Week — Flights Are Already Pre-Canceled
United is planning a controlled overnight cutover next week that will take its key systems offline for roughly 2–3 hours — and it has already pre-canceled most departures during the window. While flights already in the air will keep moving, everything that depends on the reservation stack effectively freezes: schedules,...
One Mile at a Time
FAA Extends Cockpit Voice Recorder Rule To 25 Hours, Despite Pilot Pusback
For a few years now, regulators in the United States have been proposing a common sense change that would make it easier to investigate aircraft incidents and accidents (and in turn, make flying safer). While there has been quite a bit of pushback from pilots, there’s some good news, as...
Live and Let’s Fly
Delta Just Ordered Dozens Of Widebody Jets. So Where Will They Fly?
Delta Air Lines has quietly positioned itself for the next decade of longhaul growth, and unlike some headline-grabbing route announcements, this one starts with the hardware. Delta’s Widebody Buying Spree: Where Will All Those New A350s And 787s Fly? Delta has been on a widebody shopping spree. Between new Airbus...
One Mile at a Time
American AAdvantage Barclays Cards Transitioning To Citi, Being Discontinued
Several months back, American Airlines’ co-branded Barclays credit cards closed to new applicants, as the Fort Worth-based airline moves closer to an exclusive agreement with Citi. There’s now another update, as American has revealed how existing Barclays cards will transition to Citi, so we have all the details…
The Bulkhead Seat
Reminder: TSA’s $45 Fee for Travelers Without REAL IDs Goes Into Effect Tomorrow
After years of delays, the REAL ID requirement took effect earlier this year. This…
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View from the Wing
United Told Pilots the First Polaris Studio 787-9 Arrives in February — Flights Start in March [Roundup]
United told pilots it expects delivery of its first 787-9 with the new Polaris Studio in February, with entry into service in March. Also today: Starbucks is rolling out a revamped Rewards program in March that cuts earning, Hawaiian Airlines Bank of Hawaii credit cards are back and more.
Paddle Your Own Kanoo
Emirates Is So Confident It’ll Win Approval for Berlin Flights That It’s Already Secured Landing Slots
After years of lobbying, Dubai-based Emirates might finally be about to win approval to start flights to the German capital, Berlin, and it’s reportedly so confident of getting the go-ahead that it has already secured takeoff and landing rights at the city’s main airport. According to a slot coordination document...
One Mile at a Time
Review: Courtyard By Marriott Reykjavik Keflavik Airport (Clean & Convenient!)
For the fourth hotel stay of myIceland to The Residence via Cambodia trip, I spent one night at the Courtyard by Marriott Reykjavik Keflavik Airport, a 150-room property that opened in 2020, located near the country’s major airport. I was alone on this stay — after an awesome five nights...
Eye of the Flyer
The NTSB’s Dark Prediction, Benefit Deadline Day, Delta Big Boys, and More!
Greetings from sunny, warm, Los Angeles! It’s a big weekend here: the NBA All-Star Game and related festivities are taking place in Inglewood and the GRAMMY Awards are downtown at STAPLES Center. Or Crypto something. Whatever it is. I’ve been busy working GRAMMY events since Wednesday night and need to...
View from the Wing
Barclays AAdvantage Cards Convert to Citi April 24 — For Now You Keep Legacy Perks and Add Citi Benefits
The Barclays-issued AAdvantage cards are officially converting to Citi on April 24, and Citi just published the full playbook — including new cards with new account numbers and a no-login window April 24–26.
The sleeper detail is that for now your existing card’s legacy perks stay in place while you...
Live and Let’s Fly
SAS Expands Longhaul Network With New Dubai, Phuket, And Krabi Routes
Scandinavian Airlines (SAS) is continuing its post-restructuring rebuild with a fresh round of longhaul growth, this time with routes to the United Arab Emirates and Thailand. SAS Adds Dubai And Thailand Routes As It Builds Longhaul Momentum SAS will expand its long-haul network for the Winter 2026/27 season with new...
PointsMath
Buy Hilton Honors Points with a 100% Bonus Points [0.50¢/Point]
There are many ways to earn Hilton Honors Points. One such way is buying Points. It could be a good deal to buy points when a bonus offer is available. You may be targeted for a bonus promotion when you buy Hilton Honours Points with a 100% bonus. Here is...
PointsMath
Promotion Weekly January 2026 Final Edition
Here are the latest promotion weekly January 2026 final edition covering airline miles and hotel points promotions, including opportunities to buy miles and points with bonuses, book award flights for fewer miles, earn bonus miles and points, save on stays at major hotel chains, earn points on meetings and events,...
2PAXfly
QANTAS: Sydney to Sapporo, Japan flights doubled for next ski season
The international arm of Qantas has never been afraid of exploiting a trend. This time it’s eyeing off winter escape to Hokkaido, Japan for the 2026/2027 snow season. Qantas will significantly increase capacity on its Sydney–Sapporo route next ski season, lifting services from three flights per week to as many...
The Gate with Brian Cohen
Watching Emirates Airline A380 Airplane Take Off in Sydney — From the Air.
Watching an Airbus A380 airplane that was operated by Emirates Airline take off from Sydney Airport from the air — while the airplane on which I was a passenger was simultaneously landing — came abruptly but it sure looked pretty cool.
I was a passenger aboard a...
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Frequent Miler
Conrad Tokyo: Bottom Line Review
Last Spring, my wife and I spent a couple of sensational weeks traipsing around Taiwan and Okinawa, then ended with a few cold and wet days in Tokyo during cherry blossom season. In the middle of blossom-viewing, we planned to work in visits to TeamLabs’ excellent exhibits, Borderless and Planets....
View from the Wing
Passenger Strips, Rushes the Door, and Threatens Crew — Then Jumps to the Tarmac and Gets Arrested
A passenger stripped down and rampaged through the cabin on a Nha Trang–Bangkok flight, threatening flight attendants and even trying to get an aircraft door opened mid-flight. The plane made an emergency landing at Bangkok Don Mueang — and once on the ground, he demanded the door be opened anyway,...
BoardingArea
Virtuoso Travel Week 2025: Luxury Insights and Amex FHR Perks
Top luxury travel pros from 100+ countries unite in Las Vegas from August 9–15 for networking, education, and insider intel. Frequent flyers can discover new event features and Amex Fine Hotels & Resorts benefits to elevate their next journey.
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Flying with Pets in 2025: Revised Rules for Frequent Flyers
Airlines worldwide have rolled out updated pet travel regulations in 2025, covering everything from in-cabin breed allowances to stricter paperwork. This guide compares fees, seat rules, and must-know tips for a smoother journey with your furry friend.
