The Travelers Club
Boeing repasse devant Airbus : vers un vrai retour en force ?
Pour la première fois depuis 2018, Boeing a repris l’avantage sur Airbus en matière de commandes d’avions commerciaux. En 2025, l’avionneur américain a enregistré 1 175 commandes brutes (1 173 nettes), contre 1 000 commandes brutes (889 nettes) pour son rival européen. Le symbole est fort. Après six années de...
The Travelers Club
Air France introduit un effervescent sans alcool en cabine La Première
Air France fait évoluer son offre en cabine La Première en y intégrant, pour la première fois, un vin effervescent sans alcool, signé par la Maison française French Bloom. Cette nouvelle référence 0.0% rejoint la carte des boissons proposée à bord sur l’ensemble des destinations de Première classe au départ...
The Travelers Club
Air India et le Boeing 787-9 : enfin un vrai point de bascule ?
Pendant longtemps, la transformation d’Air India a ressemblé à une promesse perpétuellement reportée. Annoncée dès la privatisation de la compagnie, elle s’est matérialisée par une succession de signaux positifs (nouvelles commandes, rénovations annoncées) sans jamais véritablement franchir un seuil opérationnel. La livraison, le 11 janvier 2026, du premier Boeing 787-9...
The Travelers Club
Airbus officialise 793 livraisons en 2025 et valide sa trajectoire industrielle
Cette fois, il n’y a plus de débat possible. Airbus vient officiellement de confirmer avoir livré 793 avions commerciaux en 2025, en hausse de 4 % sur un an, selon son communiqué publié le 12 janvier 2026. Le chiffre, identique ou très proche des estimations avancées ces dernières semaines par...
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Josh Trips
Does United TravelBank trigger Amex Platinum’s $200 airline fee credit?
Since it’s the start of the New Year, many credit card benefits have reset and savvy credit cardholders… The post Does United TravelBank trigger Amex Platinum’s $200 airline fee credit? appeared first on Josh Trips.
ATX Jetsetter
Emirates is Launching Flights to Helsinki (HEL)
Emirates is launching daily service between Dubai and Helsinki using Airbus A350 aircraft as of October 1, 2026. The post Emirates is Launching Flights to Helsinki (HEL) appeared first on ATX Jetsetter.
Frequent Flyer Bonuses
Top 5 Hotel Bonus Points offers for January 2026
Here are our Top Hotel Stay Bonuses for this month! These are for stays that you credit to a hotel frequent guest program. Many of these offers go beyond this month so don’t count them out for stays you’re booking past this month. If none of the offers listed below...
The Bulkhead Seat
Finally: TSA Now Accepts Digital IDs From Illinois Residents
I love not having to carry a wallet. The locks to my homes, credit… The post Finally: TSA Now Accepts Digital IDs From Illinois Residents appeared first on The Bulkhead Seat.
The Gate with Brian Cohen
Wildfires in Victoria in Australia: January 2026 Travel Alert
If you plan on visiting the state of Victoria in Australia, your travels may be affected by as many as a dozen major wildfires which have been burning out of control in January of 2026. Thousands of firefighters have been battling multiple bushfires that are out of control across Victoria after...
Frequent Miler
(Reminder) Negative Venture X & Venture X Business lounge access changes coming
Update 1/13/26: A quick reminder that the lounge policy for Venture X and Venture X Business cardholders will be changing with effect from February 1, 2026. ~ Since their launches, the Venture X and Venture X Business cards have been popular cards for those seeking lounge access. That’s because Capital...
Frequent Miler
How to fix Marriott Bonvoy | Coffee Break Ep87 | 1-13-26
Greg recently had two great stays at Marriott Bonvoy hotels in South Florida: The Ben, The Belgrove Resort. But the fact that these positive experiences surprised him (and that they were kind of the exception to the rule) prompted some ideas on what’s wrong with Bonvoy. How to fix Marriott...
The Bulkhead Seat
Air France Introduces Alcohol-Free Sparkling Rosé in La Première Cabin
Air France is expanding its premium beverage offerings in its most luxe cabin with… The post Air France Introduces Alcohol-Free Sparkling Rosé in La Première Cabin appeared first on The Bulkhead Seat.
Your Mileage May Vary
21st State Just Got Access to Mobile ID at TSA Checkpoints
Slowly but surely, more states are getting their act together and letting residents use mobile driver’s licenses (mDLs) at TSA checkpoints that have digital ID readers. Surprisingly, the process hasn’t…
Live and Let’s Fly
Review: Aloft Seattle Sea-Tac Airport (Practical SEA Airport Hotel)
The Aloft Seattle Sea-Tac Airport worked out nicely for my late arrival into SEA, with a free shuttle that operates around the clock and a clean and comfortable room. It’s not fancy, but it does the job. Aloft Seattle Sea-Tac Airport Review My hotel was paid for by Alaska Airlines...
One Mile at a Time
Singapore Airlines KrisFlyer Award Waitlist Basics: How Does It Work?
Singapore Airlines KrisFlyer program is the best program for booking Singapore Airlines first & business class awards, given that the airline doesnt release premium cabin long haul award space to most partner frequent flyer programs (though Air Canada Aeroplan has access to some business class space). Fortunately KrisFlyer miles are...
Frequent Miler
Marriott Bonvoy Choice Benefits
If you have earned 50 elite qualifying nights with Marriott Bonvoy within a calendar year, then you are eligible to pick a “Choice Benefit”. A second Choice Benefit is available for those who complete 75 nights. The question then, of course, is which benefit to pick. You’ll find my recommendations...
Paddle Your Own Kanoo
Spirit Airlines Pilots Plead With Citadel To Continue Funding As Liquidation Risk Grows
Pilots at cash-strapped budget carrier Spirit Airlines have sent an open letter to a key bondholder, pleading with it to keep on financing the beleaguered company as it navigates itself through a complicated Chapter 11 bankruptcy process. The letter comes less than a month after Spirit secured a $100 million...
ATX Jetsetter
Delta Employees to Receive $1.3 Billion in Profit Sharing for 2025
Delta Air Lines is sharing $1.3 billion in profits, equal to roughly four weeks pay, with its employees based on 2025 performance. The post Delta Employees to Receive $1.3 Billion in Profit Sharing for 2025 appeared first on ATX Jetsetter.
Miles To Memories
Already?! An American Express Benefits January Progress Report
The new year recently arrived, but we're mostly done triggering American Express benefits on our existing accounts. Here are the highlights. The post Already?! An American Express Benefits January Progress Report appeared first on Miles to Memories.
Miles To Memories
Already?! An American Express Benefits January Progress Report
The new year recently arrived, but we're mostly done triggering American Express benefits on our existing accounts. Here are the highlights. The post Already?! An American Express Benefits January Progress Report appeared first on Miles to Memories.
View from the Wing
American And Southwest Made Inflight Wi-Fi Free — Now A Patent Troll Sues For Royalties
American and Southwest made inflight Wi-Fi free—then Intellectual Ventures sued, claiming the airlines owe royalties on the technology behind onboard internet. A judge has now ordered American to produce technical records and source code as the case accelerates.
Paddle Your Own Kanoo
Delta Air Lines Announces Lowest Profit Sharing Bonus Since 2022 And Employees Are Irked
Delta Air Lines has just announced its lowest profit-sharing bonus for tens of thousands of employees worldwide since 2022, when the Atlanta-based carrier announced a surprise bonus despite the uncertainty of the COVID-19 pandemic. On February 13, Delta will pay out $1.3 billion of its 2025 profit to employees, resulting...
Points With a Crew
Here Are 10 Don’t Pack Items To Avoid Getting Stopped By TSA
If you're traveling through an airport soon, here are some tips to make sure your journey is as stress-free as possible. Make sure to leave liquids, ammo and ....
Miles To Memories
Autonomous Vegas Loop, Crazy Power Outage, More Free Parking & Are Sports Books Immoral?
Vegas Loop goes autonomous, more free parking on the Strip, power outages and snow, are sportsbooks immoral & how to save big on Vegas in 2026. The post Autonomous Vegas Loop, Crazy Power Outage, More Free Parking & Are Sports Books Immoral? appeared first on Miles to Memories.
Your Mileage May Vary
Chase Extends Pay Yourself Back Into 2026 (New Categories & Bonuses)
Good news for Chase cardholders: Pay Yourself Back is still alive in 2026, with updated bonus categories now in place for the first quarter of the year. Chase originally launched…
Frequent Miler
(Targeted?) Southwest cardholders: Earn 2x Companion Pass qualifying points at drugstores & gyms
Every quarter (or “quater” as the Southwest banner shown below says), Chase Southwest cardholders are targeted with a spending offer that awards bonus Companion Pass Qualifying points (but not bonus Rapid Rewards points) on spend in certain categories. The latest promotion is now available for registration and is valid on...
The Gate with Brian Cohen
$50 New Member Referral Bonus With Rakuten
This is your chance to cash in on a $50 new member referral bonus when you sign up as a new member of Rakuten; and you will receive a bonus of $50.00 via referral when you spend a minimum of $50.00 within the first 90 days of your new membership, which is...
View from the Wing
Engine Problems Are Forcing United To Park Some Boeing 777s—And The Government Could Restrict Long Overwater Flights
United is storing Pratt-powered Boeing 777s because engines and parts are scarce. More incidents could cause certification issues, with significant affects on United's ability to fly long haul.
The Travelers Club
Air France : quand la Business européenne se retrouve sans catering
Depuis quelques jours, Air France fait face à une situation aussi banale sur le fond que délicate sur la forme : des vols européens en cabine Business opérés avec peu ou pas de restauration à bord, en raison de difficultés opérationnelles chez un prestataire de catering. En soi, l’incident n’a...
The Travelers Club
Marriott peut-il vraiment racheter Rosewood ?
Le bruit a commencé à circuler discrètement, comme souvent dans l’hôtellerie de luxe. Un document prétendument interne, évoquant un projet baptisé Project Pegasus, aurait été partagé sur des forums spécialisés. Il laisserait entendre que Marriott International travaillerait sur une opération d’acquisition impliquant Rosewood Hotels & Resorts. À ce stade, aucune...
The Travelers Club
Transport aérien : le mobile et l’identité numérique devraient tout changer
Chaque année, le Global Passenger Survey de l’Association International du Transport Aérien (IATA) constitue un baromètre particulièrement précieux de l’évolution des attentes des voyageurs aériens à l’échelle mondiale. L’édition 2025, dévoilé ces dernières heures, ne fait pas exception. À travers plus de 10 000 réponses collectées dans plus de 200...
The Travelers Club
Bishoftu : pourquoi Ethiopian Airlines change d’échelle avec son futur méga-hub
L’annonce est passée relativement calmement dans le flux de l’actualité, et pourtant, elle mérite qu’on s’y arrête longuement. L’Éthiopie a officiellement lancé la construction d’un nouvel aéroport international à Bishoftu, à une quarantaine de kilomètres d’Addis-Abeba. Un projet estimé à 12,7 milliards de dollars, financé en grande partie par Ethiopian...
The Travelers Club
Bishoftu : pourquoi Ethiopian Airlines change d’échelle avec son futur méga-hub
L’annonce est passée relativement calmement dans le flux de l’actualité, et pourtant, elle mérite qu’on s’y arrête longuement. L’Éthiopie a officiellement lancé la construction d’un nouvel aéroport international à Bishoftu, à une quarantaine de kilomètres d’Addis-Abeba. Un projet estimé à 12,7 milliards de dollars, financé en grande partie par Ethiopian...
The Travelers Club
IndiGo mise sur l’A321XLR : le long-courrier sans vraie Business, un pari gagnant ?
IndiGo n’est plus tout à fait la compagnie que l’on croyait connaître. Longtemps cantonnée à un modèle ultra-simplifié, monoclasse, essentiellement domestique, la première compagnie indienne est entrée depuis quelques mois dans une phase de transformation profonde. Premium light sur le court et moyen-courrier, premières incursions long-courrier avec des appareils loués,...
The Travelers Club
Marriott Bonvoy : comment bien choisir son Annual Choice Benefit
Recevoir ce type d’email de Marriott Bonvoy est à la fois une satisfaction et un piège potentiel. Satisfaction, parce qu’atteindre 50 ou 75 nuits qualifiantes reste un effort réel. Piège, parce que le programme vous met face à une série d’options qui n’ont ni la même valeur, ni le même...
The Travelers Club
ANA “The Room FX” : la nouvelle classe Affaires qui change les règles sur Boeing 787
Si ce siège a été officiellement dévoilé par All Nippon Airways dès le milieu de l’année 2025, nous choisissons d’y revenir aujourd’hui car les contours du projet sont désormais beaucoup plus lisibles : calendrier de déploiement précisé, configuration confirmée, et surtout une vision produit qui dépasse l’effet d’annonce pour entrer...