Economy Class & Beyond
Last Week at Economy Class and Beyond (22nd March)
We’ve come to the end of another interesting week. Well, interesting doesn’t even the half it. Time for Last Week at Economy Class and Beyond. I’m down-route this week—no guesses where in the world I am. At least the Chicago River is a only little green after St Patrick’s Day.  Baby...
Economondo
Bordeaux to Paris on a Battered CRJ-1000: My Hop! Review
Flying with Air France's regional subsidiary, Hop! on a CRJ-1000 operated service from Bordeaux to Paris Orly
Economy Class & Beyond
FedEx to add a further 10 ATR72-600F to its fleet
FedEx is working on its feeder network growth, with the airline adding a further 10 ATR 72-600F. FexEx ATR72-600F – Image, FedEx This order adds to a previous commitment of 30 aircraft, and deliveries are scheduled between 2027 and 2029.  These 10 aircraft are part of the 2024 undisclosed orders...
Economy Class & Beyond
Malaysia Aviation Group (Malaysia Airlines) to pick up further Boeing 737 MAX aircraft
It seems buying is in the air as Boeing and Malaysia Aviation Group announced an order for 18 737-8 and 12 737-10 aircraft. Malaysia Airlines Boeing 737-8 and Boeing 737-10 – Rendering, The Boeing Company.  This makes up an order of 30 Boeing 737 MAX Family aircraft, with options for...
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Frequent Miler
Last Chance Deals: Hyatt category changes, Frontier free bag promo, IHG point sale & more
Welcome to our weekly list of what’s ending this week as well as a collection of some other deals that are due to end soon. Another half a dozen deals are due to end this week. The most important one for many people will be the upcoming category changes for some...
Points With a Crew
Should you sign up for the Capital One Venture or Chase Sapphire Preferred® Card? (Welcome offers worth up to $1000)
Chase and Capital One both offer great mid-tier credit cards for travel points and miles. Which card is better?
Economy Class & Beyond
Last Week at Economy Class and Beyond (22nd March)
We’ve come to the end of another interesting week. Well, interesting doesn’t even the half it. Time for Last Week at Economy Class and Beyond. I’m down-route this week—no guesses where in the world I am. At least the Chicago River is a only little green after St Patrick’s Day.  Baby...
The Gate with Brian Cohen
What Is Wrong With This Photograph? Part 293
The photograph shown below was taken at what is known as a country pub that is located on the side of a main highway in Australia. I was left puzzled. For this edition of this popular game, can you guess what... The post What Is Wrong With This Photograph? Part 293 appeared...
Frequent Miler
No-go for Capital One / Discover acquisition, a power outage at London’s Heathrow Airport, and a trail in Eastern Europe (Saturday Selection)
There’s not a whole lot of suggested reads for this week, but a little of everything – from news about the hopeful Capital One / Discover acquisition, a massively disruptive power outage at London’s Heathrow, and a new, multi-country trail in Eastern Europe. Report: DOJ Finds Capital One-Discover Deal Would...
Live and Let’s Fly
London Heathrow Airport Reopens After Fire Caused “Significant Power Outage”
UPDATE: London Heathrow Airport has reopened and is fully operational after a fire at a nearby electrical station forced the airport to be shut down for over 16 hours. The airport promised, “We have hundreds of additional colleagues on hand in our terminals and we have added flights to today’s...
Your Mileage May Vary
How To Not Be A Victim Of This Stupid Airport Prank
If you’re old enough to remember a time before cell phones (and more importantly, caller ID), you were part of the generation that sometimes made prank phone calls. “Is your…
Economondo
Bordeaux to Paris on a Battered CRJ-1000: My Hop! Review
Flying with Air France's regional subsidiary, Hop! on a CRJ-1000 operated service from Bordeaux to Paris Orly
View from the Wing
$600 Or More For A Room: Are Expensive Hotels Really Worth The Price?
Are expensive hotels "that much better" to justify their extra cost? A modest price over cheaper accommodations may buy you a better stay, but once you get past a few hundred dollars does the extra money really buy you very much? Continue reading $600 Or More For A Room: Are...
ATX Jetsetter
Weekly Recap: March 22, 2025
Catch up on the latest aviation and travel related news for the week ending March 22, 2025 in the ATX Jetsetter weekly recap. The post Weekly Recap: March 22, 2025 appeared first on ATX Jetsetter.
One Mile at a Time
Weekly Review: March 22, 2025
I hope everyone is having a nice weekend so far! I’m at home in Florida, spending time with family, and have no travel coming up anytime soon. That works out for me, since I had a busy start to the year, and have a couple more trip reports to catch...
Your Mileage May Vary
Why Are So Many Free Hotel Breakfasts Called “Continental?”
When you choose which hotel you’re going to stay in for the night, there may be several deciding factors. It could be on your route, or it’s close to where…
Points With a Crew
Southwest Airlines Tried to Give Me a 10 Minute Layover (then they fixed it)
My original flight was delayed but Southwest wouldn't move us, even though it meant having a 10 minute (impossible) layover. But then they finally fixed it by....
Paddle Your Own Kanoo
Airline Captain Fined For Failing to Maintain Contact With Air Traffic Control Resulting in Fighter Jets Being Scrambled to Intercept Plane
Captain Christopher Hollands has just been awarded the very dubious honor of being the first person ever to be prosecuted under a British law that requires commercial airline pilots to establish and maintain two-way communication with air traffic control. The shamed pilot has landed himself with a criminal conviction and...
Economy Class & Beyond
FedEx to add a further 10 ATR72-600F to its fleet
FedEx is working on its feeder network growth, with the airline adding a further 10 ATR 72-600F. FexEx ATR72-600F – Image, FedEx This order adds to a previous commitment of 30 aircraft, and deliveries are scheduled between 2027 and 2029.  These 10 aircraft are part of the 2024 undisclosed orders...
Wingtips
This Week in Points & Planes: Your WingTips Roundup
Another week, another deep dive into the wild world of points, miles, and all things aviation because, let’s… The post This Week in Points & Planes: Your WingTips Roundup appeared first on Wingtips.
Miles To Memories
Unthinkable – Why We’re Closing an Amex Schwab Platinum Card
The Amex Schwab Platinum is the sole Amex card type we've indefinitely carried. So why did we decide to close my wife's card? The post Unthinkable – Why We’re Closing an Amex Schwab Platinum Card appeared first on Miles to Memories.
View from the Wing
I Booked A Base Room On Points And Upgraded To A $2,300/Night Suite At Park Hyatt St. Kitts—The Stunning, The Frustrating, And The Reality
I enjoyed my stay, even a bit more this time. This property has so much potential. Though I imagine that while rates are high, there are too many periods of low occupancy and this isn't helped by how limited air service is to St. Kitts. Continue reading I Booked...
Live and Let’s Fly
Hilarious: Scandinavian Airlines Trolls British Media After Royal Blunder
Scandinavian Airlines (SAS) trolled British media on social media after two networks confused the carrier with a British military unit with the same initials. British Media Confuses SAS For Special Air Service, A UK Military Unit The closure of London Heathrow Airport on Friday due to a fire at a nearby...
Your Mileage May Vary
What To Do If You Forget Your Prescription Medications When Visiting Walt Disney World
A Disney World vacation takes a lot of planning. Park reservations, dining, Genie+, matching T-shirts — there’s a lot to remember. So it’s understandable if something slips through the cracks,…
Live and Let’s Fly
New Delta Air Lines Centennial Safety Video
Delta Air Lines is celebrating its 100th anniversary with a centennial safety video featuring flight attendant uniforms over the years and a special cameo by Deltalina. Delta Air Lines Centennial Safety Video: A Hundred Years Of Safety As it continues its centennial celebration, Delta released a new safety video it...
The Bulkhead Seat
2025 Weekly Review: March 22nd
Happy Saturday! I’m home in Tampa this weekend after a business trip to San… The post 2025 Weekly Review: March 22nd appeared first on The Bulkhead Seat.
One Mile at a Time
IHG One Rewards Premier Business Card Review: Worth It For The Perks
Link: Apply for the IHG One Rewards Premier Business Credit Card
Frequent Miler
Mastering AwardTool’s 32 degrees of freedom (Video)
AwardTool is a popular award search tool that’s very useful – especially for anyone with flexibility since its features help to explore different destination or departure options, among other things. Mastering AwardTool’s 32 degrees of freedom (01:06) – AwardTool offers “4-entry search” for free users, or “32-entry search” for the...
Economy Class & Beyond
Heathrow Airport prepares to re-open to traffic after the power cut
In somewhat good news, Heathrow Airport is preparing to recommence accepting flights to and from the airport. According to the airport Following an earlier power outage, Heathrow is now safely able to restart flights. To maintain the safety of our passengers and colleagues, Heathrow will running a reduced operation prioritising...
Economy Class & Beyond
Condor annouces Air+Rail expansion with DB
Deutsche Bahn (DB) and Condor are significantly expanding their cooperation and will offer further options for easy and convenient travel to Germany’s largest airport in Frankfurt am Main in future. For passengers, it will be possible to book customised train connections for Condor long-haul flights when booking a flight. The...
Economy Class & Beyond
Heathrow Airport *CLOSED* until 23:59 on 21 March.
A bit of breaking news, Heathrow Airport has closed to all traffic.  Closed to traffic – Heathrow from the air.  In a notice, the airport said: Due to a fire at an electrical substation supplying the airport, Heathrow is experiencing a significant power outage. To maintain the safety of our...
Economy Class & Beyond
Uganda Airlines to operate London Gatwick, launching European services
Uganda Airlines is setting a new path for itself, with the airline planning to launch flights to London, in turn launching its European services. Uganda Airlines Airbus A330-800neo at the Dubai Air Show 2021 – Image, Airbus. The airline will commence operations from Entebbee International Airport to London Gatwick on...
Economy Class & Beyond
Lufthansa sets out Allegris First Class network… as well as future passenger experience improvements ahead
Lufthansa has firmed up its latest product operations for Summer 2025 – specifically, aircraft with the new Allegris First Class suites. For the summer timetable, Allegris First Class will be offered on flights throughout this period  from Munich to San Francisco Chicago O’Hare San Diego Shanghai Bengaluru These will also...
Economy Class & Beyond
Emirates to add seven further A350-900 routes
Emirates is expanding the sphere of its A350-900 operations with seven destinations earmarked to be served. Emirates Airbus A350-900 – Image, Emirates The routes that will gain the A350 are: Tunis – Emirates will operate the A350 six times weekly (all days except for Tuesday) to Tunis on EK 747/748...
Economy Class & Beyond
Air India reveals its first modernised A320neo
Air India has unveiled its first retrofitted Airbus A320neo which is ready to return to operations.  The aircraft – VT-EXN  – is the first of the 27 narrowbody aircraft inherited at the time of takeover that was elected for a complete retrofit to the new Air India standard, with new seats,...
Traveling For Miles
Flash sale: Buy Avios from Qatar Airways and get a 50% bonus (Avios cost from 1.17p/1.44c)
Qatar Airways has launched a new Avios flash sale in which it's offering bonuses of up to 50% for Avios purchases made through 25 March 2025 (you have a week from today to make your purchase). The post Flash sale: Buy Avios from Qatar Airways and get a 50% bonus (Avios...