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American is trying to become more competitive with Delta and United, given the massive profitability gap between the airlines. The companys management is finally realizing that the only way to succeed is by investing more in the passenger experience.

An American Airlines passenger says the woman seated behind him became erratic during descent, lunged over his seat, and slammed him into the cabin wall hard enough to knock off his glasses and possibly leave him unconscious. He is suing the alleged attacker directly, not American, while a related federal...

A veteran United Airlines flight attendant is suing the Chicago-based carrier over ‘false’ allegations that he sexually assaulted a coworker and then stalked her during a layover at a hotel in London, England, used by the carrier. Antoine B. from New York had worked for United Airlines for 25 years...

What was intended to be a celebratory occasion to commemorate a special flight ended up grounding a plane, as a water cannon salute went wrong.

We are still waiting for clarity, but I fear the era of booking Lufthansa First Class with partner miles may be over. I truly hope I am wrong, but it would fit the broader Star Alliance trend: if United is tightening partner access to premium cabins, why would Lufthansa not...

Marriott Bonvoy has a portfolio of co-branded credit cards, issued by both American Express and Chase. The Marriott Bonvoy Boundless Credit Card is the mid-range personal card issued by Chase, and it’s a card that can be worth it on an ongoing basis for the perks.

TSA has moved from “remove your laptop” to “remove your cat.” Before heading to the airport, check your suitcase for a feline stowaway. Plus Airbus a350 damaged during water cannon salute, Alaska award sale and points transfers, and draconion cancellation fees.

An Airbus A350-900 belonging to Spanish flag carrier Iberia has been grounded in Guayaquil, Ecuador, after a water cannon salute went horribly wrong on Thursday when the swooping wing tip of the multi-million-dollar jet collided with an airport fire truck. The incident occurred as the A350 was preparing for departure...

An Iberia Airbus A350 was involved in an unusual ground incident at Guayaquil’s José…

We’ve written about this deal before but it appears to be back! It appears to be targeted but if so, it seems widely targeted. Save 30% on Amazon, up to $30 in savings (offers vary), when you you purchase eligible products and use at least 1 cent in Amex Reward...

Respecting the flag of the United States of America was the focus of a controversy at Frost Bank Center in San Antonio prior to the start of Game 1 of the 2026 NBA Finals last night on Wednesday, June 4, 2026, when only two members of the San Antonio Spurs...

Three weeks ago I revealed that American Airlines had brought restaurant-style ordering of hot food items to its Flagship lounges. American has now announced this change - along with several others.

There’s a new targeted Amex Offer for Virgin Atlantic that gives $250 back when you spend $2,000 or more on flights departing the US. While that only represents a maximum of 12.5% back, it’s still a useful rebate and, hopefully, it works when paying taxes/fees on award flights booked with...

There’s nothing quite like that moment. You make it through the scanner without a problem. Your coat is back on. Your pockets are empty. Then your carry-on comes through the…

Today, Amex announced new, limited-time welcome offers that let you earn between 90,000 and 125,000 SkyMiles after approval and meeting the spending requirements of a new Delta SkyMiles credit card. Unusually, the consumer cards each offer the same potential SkyMiles as their respective business cards, but the spending requirements are...

American Airlines is rolling out a another refresh of its lounge dining experience and…

Delta and American Express have a portfolio of co-branded credit cards. We’ve just see some big new welcome offers rolled out on these cards, which are among the best offers we’ve seen on these products. This also coincides with a second checked bag free benefit being added to these cards,...

A Delta flight from St. Thomas to New York saw a pre-takeoff argument that ended with everyone involved kicked off the plane. Also: GHA Discovery offers paid elite status through 2027, Southwest blows up its succession plan, Alaska opens its new Portland lounge while cutting basic economy mileage earning,

Chase has introduced an excellent new offer for the Marriott Boundless Card. New applicants receive 125,000 Bonvoy points and a free night certificate worth up to 50,000 points after approval and after spending $3,000 on the card within the first 3 months. The free night cert can be topped off...