Frequent Miler
Newegg: Buy $500 Southwest gift cards for $455 with promo code SSF5747
Newegg is running another sale on Southwest gift cards, this time selling $50 denominations for $455 when using promo code SSF5747. The Deal Buy $500 Southwest gift cards for $455 from Newegg when using promo code SSF5747. Direct link to offer. Key Terms Expires April 15, 2026. Limit 1. Quick...
Miles For Family
“New” Capital One Venture Business Card with up to 150k Bonus Miles
Yesterday, Capital One launched a rebranding of the Spark Miles business credit card. The card is now the Capital One Venture Business card (affiliate link). The new name mirrors the card’s personal counterpart, the Capital One Venture Rewards card. Along with this new name, the card has a limited time...
Paddle Your Own Kanoo
Emirates Flight Attendant Imprisoned in Dubai After Police Used Electronic Surveillance to Tracks WhatsApp Message
An Emirates flight attendant remains in custody in Dubai’s notorious Al Qusais Police Station after he was arrested for sharing a photo in a private WhatsApp group of rising smoke from an Iranian kamikaze drone strike on the city. The crew member is one of at least two flight attendants...
One Mile at a Time
Air France-KLM Flying Blue Adds Choice Benefits, Offering Bonus Miles & Status
The Air France-KLM Flying Blue program has just rolled out a useful new perk for members, which seems entirely positive. I’m very happy to see this.
Live from a Lounge
Hughes to power Air India In-Flight Connectivity 2027 onwards
Air India has selected the next partner for in-flight connectivity, with Hughes focused on powering their international long-haul connectivity.
View from the Wing
Were LaGuardia Runway Collision Alerts Tuned Down Before The Air Canada Collision? — [Roundup]
Questions are being raised over whether LaGuardia runway collision alerts were tuned down before the Air Canada crash, plus Cancun airport drivers pushing for $20 tips, Hyatt Regency Kyoto set for demolition, Chase’s new La Colombe offer, and more.
TravelUpdate
Last Call! Limited Time Hilton Honors Credit Card Bonuses Ending Tonight!
Currently, you can 175,000 Hilton Honors points and 1 free night certificate from just one bonus. These these offers are expiring tonight!
Points Miles and Bling
Full Details: United MileagePlus Neo World Elite Mastercard
After an initial announcement in late February, the United MileagePlus Neo World Elite Mastercard is officially launched in Canada as…
The Bulkhead Seat
Would You Pay $495 for a Lie-Flat Bed in Economy on One of the World’s Longest Flights?
Yesterday, I wrote about Air New Zealand launching its groundbreaking Economy Skynest™. This world-first…
One Mile at a Time
Pan Am Training Videos: Must-Watch Entertainment For AvGeeks
The airline industry sure has changed a lot over the years, both for better and worse. Travel is more accessible than ever before, and on the high-end, premium travel is more comfortable than ever before. However, flying in general has just become another form of transportation, and isn’t treated in...
Economy Class & Beyond
AIX26: Airbus showcases its next-generation First Class Experience concept for A350-1000
With airlines moving the A350-1000 into flagship route operations, some airlines are racing to deliver premium First Class products at the very front of the aircraft. At Aircraft Interiors Expo, Airbus unveiled its next-generation First Class Experience concept for A350-1000.  The concept Airbus is showing off at AIX this year...
Eye of the Flyer
More Legroom? HUGE Seatback Screens? Delta Announces Airbus Widebody Refreshes
Here’s a genuine, not-sarcastic shocker: more legroom is coming to coach seats. Plus, it will soon be easier than ever to watch movies and shows on other passengers’ screens. (Don’t tell me you keep your eyes on your own?!) Delta One Suite Upgrades Delta Air Lines announced that 24-inch, 4K...
View from the Wing
Southwest Airlines Hired A United Veteran As New Loyalty Chief — Rapid Rewards May Not Look The Same For Long
Southwest Airlines has put a former United executive in charge of Rapid Rewards at a moment when the loyalty program is under pressure and redemptions have been falling. Her background suggests Southwest may push harder on personalization, partner revenue, and a more modern loyalty model—with changes that could go well...
One Mile at a Time
Oy: Lufthansa Pilots & Flight Attendants Stage Back-To-Back-To-Back Strikes
Guys, this is an absolute mess. A couple of days ago, I covered how Lufthansa was dealing with back-to-back strikes from pilots and flight attendants. Well, I need to provide an update… we’re now seeing back-to-back-to-back strikes.
Live and Let’s Fly
Air New Zealand Skynest Economy Bunk Beds Go On Sale In May 2026 (Cheaper Than We Thought)
We’ve been hearing about Air New Zealand’s Skynest concept for years. But at long last, the concept of bunk beds in economy class is becoming a reality and we now have details about launch date, price, and what the experience will entail. Air New Zealand Will Sell “Skynest” Economy Bunk...
One Mile at a Time
Singapore KrisFlyer Spontaneous Escapes Sale: 30% Off Award Tickets
Singapore Airlines offers its monthly KrisFlyer Spontaneous Escapes promo, whereby you can receive a 30% discount on award tickets in select markets. This is a fantastic opportunity to save on award flights on one of the world’s best airlines.
Paddle Your Own Kanoo
Italy’s National Flag Carrier Admits it Has More Pressing Issues Than Resurrecting the Failed Alitalia Brand
Italy’s national flag carrier, which was reborn as ITA Airways in October 2021 following the collapse of the iconic but chronically mismanaged Alitalia brand, has admitted that it has more pressing issues to deal with than resurrecting its old name. ITA Airways was created in a clever deal between the...
Economy Class & Beyond
AIX26: Collins Aerospace secures three launch customers for the Helix Main Cabin Seat
Hot off its Skynook win last night at the Crystal Cabin Awards, Collins Aerospace has announced it has managed to secure three airline launch customers for its Helix Main Cabin Seat. The three “international airlines have selected the Helix Seat for upcoming narrowbody aircraft deliveries. With installations confirmed across Airbus A320...
One Mile at a Time
Buy Avianca Lifemiles With Up To 160% Bonus: Worth It For 1.27 Cents Each?
Buying miles & points strategically can represent a great value, especially for first and business class travel. The avianca lifemiles program has just launched its newest promotion on purchased miles (the program has offers more often than not), and it has the potential to be a good deal.
Paddle Your Own Kanoo
Crippling Strikes at German Flag Carrier Lufthansa Are Extended Through Friday As Pilots Announce New Walkout
Crippling strike action by pilots and flight attendants at the German flag carrier Lufthansa, which has grounded thousands of flights since Monday and left tens of thousands of passengers stranded, has now been extended through to the end of Friday after the pilots’ union announced two more strike dates. Pilots...
Economy Class & Beyond
AIX26: Thinkom Secures SES Open Orbits Type Approval for ThinAir Ka2517 Antenna
ThinKom Solutions and SES have announced the approval of the ThinAir Ka2517 terminal on the SES Open Orbits network satellite fleet. The Type Certification comes following rigorous on-ground and in-flight testing. The certified terminal is part of an integration package from RAVE Aerospace. It includes a RAVE Aerospace ModMan with...
Economy Class & Beyond
AIX26: Viasat enters Technical Evaluation Process with Boeing to Qualify Viasat AERA
Let’s kick off the morning news cycle with Viasat announcing that it has a Technical Evaluation Process with Boeing to qualify Viasat AERA for 737 MAX, 777X, and 787 Aircraft. AERA is Viasat’s company’s next-generation electronically steered antenna (ESA) terminal. It’s qualiciation will allow it to be installed across all...
Frequent Miler
How to add two Southwest companions to a single reservation
A couple of months ago, a reader had reached out to report a negative development from Southwest: the reader reported that both Player 1 and Player 2 were Southwest Companion Pass holders but were unable to add both of their companions to the same reservation. This is a bit of...
Economy Class & Beyond
Air New Zealand opens bookings for Economy SkyNest
Well, Air New Zealand has teased about it for a few years – but it’s fast becoming a reality with Skynest being ready to be placed on sale. Economy Skynest will be available to book from 18th May, 2026. It will operate on board the airline’s new Boeing 787-9 Dreamliner...
The Bulkhead Seat
Allegiant Launches Tax Day Promotion Offering Bonus Points for Summer Travel
Allegiant is turning tax season into a travel opportunity with a limited-time promotion designed…
Points With a Crew
These Are The Most Unacceptable Things You Can Do On An Airplane
A recent poll ranked 37 things you can do on an airplane, from acceptable to not. Leading the way was letting children play in the aisle, followed by ...
The Gate with Brian Cohen
British Airways to Allow Inflight Calls. Why I Still Oppose This Policy.
British Airways will allow telephone calls during flights aboard airplanes as the latest technology in accessing Wi-Fi eventually expands across its fleet of airplanes — and this article also discusses the reasons why I still oppose this policy. The technology that allows each person to...
Frequent Miler
Save on Turo rides with Amex Offers, Chase Offers, & Citi Offers
There are currently several card-linked offers available through different banks that can save you money when booking car rentals through Turo. The Deals Save on Turo rides through the following targeted spending offers: Amex Offer – Get 20% back on up to $150 spend Chase Offer – Spend $150+ &...
Economy Class & Beyond
Crystal Cabin Awards – The 2026 winners annouced
It’s been an exciting evening in Hamburg, as the aviation industry gathered to celebrate the winners of the Crystal Cabin Awards. Eight categories were contested this year – but who walked away with the awards, and for what? Accessibility Winner: Diehl Aviation: AURS, The Adaptive User Routing System AURS, the...
The Bulkhead Seat
Norse Atlantic Airways Cancels All Los Angeles Routes Amid Rising Fuel Costs
Norse Atlantic Airways is pulling back from the US West Coast and will cancel…
View from the Wing
Chase Cut Sapphire Reserve Rewards For Airbnb And Expedia — Now Adds Plum Guide To Chase Travel
Chase cut Sapphire Reserve rewards for Airbnb and Expedia bookings when it overhauled the card last year, pushing cardmembers toward direct bookings and Chase Travel instead. Now it is filling one of the biggest gaps in its own platform by adding Plum Guide vacation rentals, giving Sapphire cardholders a new...
Frequent Miler
JetBlue Polishes its Premium Premier Mastercard | Coffee Break Ep101 | 4-14-26
JetBlue has announced some big changes to its Premier Mastercard, which was previously a real bummer of a card. So when these changes come in “the spring”, will they make the card better, and worth that $499 annual fee? JetBlue Polishes its Premium Premier Mastercard Watch the full episode below,...