The Travelers Club
Starlux et American Airlines signent un accord d’interligne inédit
Alors que la concurrence s’intensifie sur le marché transpacifique, Starlux et American Airlines officialisent un accord d’interligne. Une collaboration a priori basique, mais qui illustre la stratégie des deux transporteurs : d’un côté, Starlux sécurise ses ambitions américaines ; de l’autre, American consolide sa connectivité domestique en s’adossant à un acteur...
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Air India : 400 millions de dollars pour réinventer ses cabines (un chantier marathon jusqu’en 2028)
Privatisée fin 2021 et de retour dans le giron de Tata Group, son propriétaire historique, Air India s’est engagée dans un plan de transformation d’une ampleur rarement vue dans l’aviation commerciale indienne. Mais si la vision est ambitieuse, l’exécution s’annonce longue et semée d’embûches. Air India : une renaissance sous...
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UPS 747-8F : atterrissage à haut risque à Taipei en plein typhon
Sous un ciel saturé de pluie, secoué par des rafales à plus de 90 km/h, un géant du fret de plus de 400 tonnes s’aligne sur la piste 05L de Taipei. Ce 13 août 2025, le Boeing 747-8F de UPS Airlines termine sa troisième tentative d’atterrissage après deux remises de...
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Incident sur la ligne Paris–Tel Aviv : un contrôleur français suspendu après un « Free Palestine »
Dans l’aviation civile, les fréquences radio sont sacrées : elles ne tolèrent que les échanges strictement nécessaires à la sécurité et à la gestion du trafic. Le 11 août 2025, cette règle intangible a été rompue au-dessus de l’Île-de-France, lorsqu’un contrôleur aérien français a adressé un « Free Palestine » aux pilotes d’un...
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Paddle Your Own Kanoo
Sean Duffy Wants You To Get Dressed Up When You Fly: “It’s Time to Bring Back Civility And Respect When We Travel”
Transportation Secretary Sean Duffy is on a mission to get Americans to play dress up when they travel by air, saying that wearing fancy clothing on an airplane is the first step in bringing back the “golden age of air travel.” Duffy took to social media on Wednesday to launch...
ATX Jetsetter
The Best Tools for Tracking Flights
When it comes to tracking commercial and private flights, there are a few tools which I find provide the most value. The post The Best Tools for Tracking Flights appeared first on ATX Jetsetter.
ATX Jetsetter
FlyDubai Places Massive Orders With Boeing and Airbus
FlyDubai has placed massive orders with Boeing and Airbus, totaling up to 300 planes, as it looks to expand in the Middle East. The post FlyDubai Places Massive Orders With Boeing and Airbus appeared first on ATX Jetsetter.
2PAXfly
LOUNGE REVIEW: Adelaide Qantas Business Class lounge — ceiling leaks already
This is my first visit to the new Qantas Business Lounge at Adelaide Airport, which opened earlier this year, and was carved out of the old Qantas Club. Background For many years, Adelaide didn’t have a dedicated Qantas Business Class lounge. In August 2022, Qantas first announced plans to redevelop...
The Gate with Brian Cohen
Passport Information Can Now Be Used In Digital Wallet As Identification — But…
Passport information can now be used in digital wallet as identification with the launch of such technologies as Digital ID by Apple, which is a new way for users to create a form of official identification in Apple Wallet using information from their United States passports, and present it with...
Frequent Miler
Hilton’s bright idea, dim execution: Diamond Reserve is out of reach
I’m disappointed with Hilton. I love the big-picture direction Hilton has taken recently, but the details leave a lot to be desired. Big picture: Hilton is rapidly growing its upscale hotel collection and adding valuable new perks to its elite program. Details: Hilton’s property expansion has led to spiraling award-price...
Points With a Crew
Get Audible for $0.99 / month and a $20 bonus
Audible is running a promotion where you can get the service for only 99 cents a month AND get $20 bonus credit. Details inside, including some inspiration for travel books to check out ...
Frequent Miler
Viator Amex Offer: Spend $325 & get $35 back (limit 2)
There’s another new, targeted Viator Amex Offer out. This one has a slightly higher spend requirement than the last similar offer, but the corresponding statement credit has increased too. The Deal Spend $325+ in a single purchase with Viator & get $35 back as a statement credit with a targeted...
Your Mileage May Vary
Chase Sapphire Preferred® Review: Features, Benefits & How To Use It
Once upon a time, the Chase Sapphire Preferred was the darling of the miles and points universe. It earned valuable Ultimate Rewards points with bonus points for spending on travel…
Frequent Miler
VanillaGift: Save 100% on purchase fees with promo code VGTHANKS25
VanillaGift.com is once again waiving purchase fees when buying Visa gift cards, this time by using promo code VGTHANKS25. The Deal Save 100% on purchase fees when buying Visa gift cards from VanillaGift.com. $250 minimum order. Direct link to offer Key Terms Expires November 27, 2025. Excludes Charity Cards. Quick...
Miles To Memories
Like Clockwork – Shinola Hotel Detroit Highlights
After years of delay, I've recently stayed at the Shinola Hotel Detroit. The property fantastically captures the essence of the brand. The post Like Clockwork – Shinola Hotel Detroit Highlights appeared first on Miles to Memories.
View from the Wing
United Airlines Closes DFW Airport Club — Photos Show Roaches, Mold and Serious Sanitation Issues
United Airlines has closed its DFW Airport Club after reports of serious sanitation problems. Photos from inside the lounge show roaches, mold, standing water, and kitchen conditions far below acceptable standards. Continue reading United Airlines Closes DFW Airport Club — Photos Show Roaches, Mold and Serious Sanitation Issues...
One Mile at a Time
Alaska Sent Me A Post-Flight Survey… For An Aer Lingus Flight?
It’s common for airlines to send out post-flight surveys (and they’re worth filling out, because they do matter). However, here’s an interesting variation on that, as I don’t think I’ve ever received a survey like this…
Points With a Crew
Should you buy Wyndham points with a 100% bonus?
Wyndham Rewards currently has a 35% bonus on buying points. Buying Wyndham points can be a great way to book an amazing Vacasa vacation rental at a steep discount. Find out how ...
Your Mileage May Vary
Dolly Parton Is Taking Over America’s Rest Stops — And Honestly, It Tracks
There can’t be a whole lot of people who dislike Dolly Parton. Even if you’re not a fan of her music, there’s also all the good that she’s done. She’s…
Live and Let’s Fly
U.S. Transportation Secretary Says YOU Are The Reason Air Travel Has Become Uncivilized
U.S. Transportation Secretary Sean Duffy has called on travelers to exhibit “civility in manners” in a video outlining how the United States can return to the “Golden Era” of travel. Duffy Says Poor Passenger Behavior Is Making Air Travel Worse, Calls For Civility And Manners Duffy says it is not...
Monkey Miles
Don’t Forget! Use your November American Express statement credits
Several Amex cards have statement credits that need to be used each month, but also every 6 months. Here's a list to help you The post Don’t Forget! Use your November American Express statement credits appeared first on Monkey Miles.
Frequent Miler
Singapore Airlines: Business class between Germany and NYC for 62K
Singapore Airlines is out with its latest “Spontaneous Escapes” award sale, and this month’s deals are available to book until 11/30/25 for travel between 12/1/25 to 12/31/25. Included in this month’s offerings is an appealing option that I once flew: Singapore’s fifth freedom route from Frankfurt – NYC in business...
The Gate with Brian Cohen
Did You Know About Szalonej Środy With LOT Polish Airlines?
Did you know about Szalonej Środy with LOT Polish Airlines? This promotion occurs on many Wednesdays because Szalonej Środy translates from Polish into English as Crazy Wednesday, which is in effect only on Wednesdays — typically for the Polish market, as airports in Poland are usually the origination airports of...
One Mile at a Time
Four Seasons Montreal: Great City Hotel, Flawless & Frictionless
For the first hotel stay ofmy review trip to Bangkok, I spent a night at the Four Seasons Montreal. This was between two flights, as I was arriving on Porter’s Embraer E195-E2 from Fort Lauderdale, and the next day I was departing on Air France’s Boeing 787-9 to Paris.
The Bulkhead Seat
Transportation Secretary Sean Duffy Calls for Travelers to Dress Appropriately Again
Anyone who has flown in recent years knows that the way some people show… The post Transportation Secretary Sean Duffy Calls for Travelers to Dress Appropriately Again appeared first on The Bulkhead Seat.
Economy Class & Beyond
Dubai Air Show Daily Digest Day 3 – More Orders, More Commitments
We’ve come to Day 3 of the Dubai Air Show, with plenty of orders and announcements being made, with some orders going in as we head into the tail end of the show. Let’s see what’s be sold or memo’d to be sold Airbus Silk Way West Airlines signs for two...
View from the Wing
Airport Bars Have a Code — The 15 Rules Every Traveler Should Follow [Roundup]
A roundup of the most important stories of the day. I keep you up to date on the most interesting writings I find on other sites – the latest news and tips. Continue reading Airport Bars Have a Code — The 15 Rules Every Traveler Should Follow [Roundup]...
Live and Let’s Fly
JetBlue Expands Europe Service With New Boston Routes To Barcelona And Milan
JetBlue is continuing its push into Europe with two new nonstop routes from Boston to Barcelona and Milan for summer 2026. JetBlue Adds Nonstop Service From Boston To Barcelona And Milan For Summer 2026 JetBlue just announced (though JonNYC broke the news just before) it will launch daily summer seasonal...
The Travelers Club
Un Airbus A330neo avec Première classe pour Air Côte d’Ivoire
Fin août, Air Côte d’Ivoire franchira une étape majeure de son développement avec la livraison de son premier Airbus A330neo. Plus qu’un simple renfort de flotte, cet appareil symbolise l’entrée de la compagnie dans un cercle extrêmement restreint : celui des transporteurs osant proposer une cabine distincte du produit Business,...
The Travelers Club
Crash du vol Air India : une coupure moteur inexpliquée
Le 12 juin 2025, le vol AI171 d’Air India quittait l’aéroport d’Ahmedabad à destination de Londres Gatwick avec 242 personnes à bord. Moins de deux minutes après le décollage, le Boeing 787-8 s’écrasait dans l’enceinte du BJ Medical College, causant la mort de 260 personnes, dont 19 au sol. Le...
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Crash du vol Air India 171 : un Boeing 787-8 s’écrase peu après son décollage d’Ahmedabad
L’aviation civile indienne vit l’un de ses jours les plus sombres. Le vol Air India 171, reliant Ahmedabad à Londres Gatwick, s’est écrasé ce jeudi 13 juin 2025, quelques instants seulement après son décollage. À bord : 242 personnes, dont 169 passagers indiens et plusieurs ressortissants britanniques, portugais et canadiens....
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Premier 787-9 nouvelle cabine d’American : déjà la panne ?
Livré fin avril 2025, le tout nouveau Boeing 787-9 d’American Airlines, immatriculé N846AN, devait symboliser la montée en gamme de la compagnie américaine. Première unité équipée de la nouvelle cabine Flagship Business Suite, ce Dreamliner inaugure une configuration premium inédite au sein de la flotte long-courrier d’American. Mais à peine...
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Air France ouvre un restaurant éphémère à Paris
Et si l’expérience de la Business pouvait se vivre les pieds sur terre ? C’est le pari renouvelé que fait Air France cet été en ouvrant un restaurant éphémère sur le rooftop des Galeries Lafayette Paris Haussmann. Du 25 juin au 20 août 2025, la compagnie nationale proposera aux visiteurs...
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Marriott confie l’attribution des chambres à une IA
Le groupe Marriott déploie actuellement un nouvel outil d’intelligence artificielle destiné à automatiser l’attribution des chambres dans ses établissements. Une annonce qui pourrait sembler technique, mais qui soulève des enjeux très concrets pour les clients réguliers de la chaîne et les membres du programme Marriott Bonvoy. Car derrière cette innovation...
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Oman Air rejoint oneworld le 30 juin : un atout stratégique ou une ambition en déclin ?
Près de 4 ans après l’annonce officielle, Oman Air s’apprête à intégrer officiellement l’alliance oneworld le 30 juin 2025. Une adhésion attendue, soutenue par Qatar Airways dès les premières heures, mais qui intervient dans un contexte de transformation profonde pour la compagnie nationale omanaise. Oman Air x oneworld : une...
The Travelers Club
SWISS First : la Première classe tient-elle encore son rang ?
La Première classe est devenue un territoire d’exception dans un monde aérien en pleine rationalisation. De plus en plus de compagnies abandonnent cette cabine élitiste au profit de produits Business toujours plus sophistiqués. Dans ce contexte, que vaut encore l’offre de SWISS, filiale premium du groupe Lufthansa ? Analyse critique...