Economy Class & Beyond
IndiGo to launch a Dehli to London Heathrow service
Indian Airline IndiGo continues its international expansion, with the airline targeting a new route between Delhi and London Heathrow. Norse Atlantic, flying for IndiGo – Image, Norse Atlantic Airways The new route between Delhi and London Heathrow will start on the 2nd February 2026. The airline will fly five times...
Economy Class & Beyond
Porter Airlines takes delivery of its 50th Embraer E195-E2
Porter Airlines of Canada has been busy with its Embraer E195-E2 fleet, with the airline expanding its operations. The airline recently took delivery of its 50th E195-E2. It marks a major milestone in the delivery programme, since the first aircraft was delivered in December 2022, as Porter sought to change...
Economy Class & Beyond
Thai Airways takes delivery of its first A321neo
Thai Airways International received a Christmas present, with the airline taking delivery of its first Airbus A321neo. This aircraft is the first of 31 Airbus A321neo aircraft, which the airline is expecting over the next few years as it strengthens its short-to-medium haul fleet and operations. The first aircraft –...
One Mile at a Time
When Does American Open Blocked, Desirable Economy Seats?
Many airlines block some bulkhead economy seat assignments in advance, primarily in the event that those with reduced mobility need to assign these seats. However, a certain amount of time before departure, these seats can be booked by anyone. This can be a great opportunity to snag a good seat,...
One Mile at a Time
When Does American Open Blocked, Desirable Economy Seats?
Many airlines block some bulkhead economy seat assignments in advance, primarily in the event that those with reduced mobility need to assign these seats. However, a certain amount of time before departure, these seats can be booked by anyone. This can be a great opportunity to snag a good seat,...
Paddle Your Own Kanoo
American Airlines Is Finally Fixing One of Its Biggest Problems at DFW – Here’s What It Means For You
American Airlines has just made an announcement that promises to improve the traveling experience for tens of thousands of passengers every day – but this has nothing to do with flashy new seats, aircraft, or what kind of Champagne the airline plans to serve. Instead, for the casual observer, AA’s...
View from the Wing
Bilt Card 2.0 Transition Plan Is Here — The Rules And Deadlines Every Cardholder Needs Before January 14
Bilt Card 2.0 is finally moving forward, and the most important details are not the new perks — it is the transition rules and deadlines that determine what happens to your account. Here is what current cardholders need to know before January 14 to keep the upgrade seamless, avoid a...
Live and Let’s Fly
If You Want First Class, Buy It: The Collapse Of Airline Upgrades
For frequent flyers, the promise of upgrades was once a cornerstone of airline loyalty in the USA, but for most, that promise has eroded into frustration and cynicism. It’s time to fundamentally rethink upgrades once again. It’s Time For Airlines To Fundamentally Rethink Upgrades Elite upgrades, at least as they...
One Mile at a Time
American Increasing Flight Block Time, Padding Schedules: Smart Move?
American Airlines is trying to improve the financial mess that it’s in (at least in comparison to Delta and United), and management at the airline realizes that this requires focusing on the customer. This includes everything from investing in better business class seats, to serving better champagne, to sometimes holding...
View from the Wing
“You Are Just A Number, Not Royalty” — Marriott GM Shows Why Bonvoy Is Losing Value
A Marriott general manager responded to an Ambassador member by sneering, “You are just a number, not royalty,” and the comment is revealing for reasons bigger than one employee’s attitude. Marriott’s only real asset is the Bonvoy loyalty program, and when franchise owners treat top elites as a nuisance instead...
One Mile at a Time
United Airlines Basic Economy: What Are The Restrictions, And Is It Worth It?
Back in 2016, United Airlines introduced basic economy. In this post, I’d like to go over the details of that — what restrictions are there when booking basic economy fares, and are these tickets worth it? In many ways, United has among the most punitive basic economy fares, though not...
View from the Wing
Special This Holiday Season: Use Your Miles So People Can Say Their Last Goodbyes
For some families, the holidays aren’t about reunion—they’re about racing the clock. Give A Mile uses donated United miles to fly people to a loved one’s bedside in end‑of‑life situations. One balance can become one last hug.
Continue reading Special This Holiday Season: Use Your Miles So People Can Say Their...
One Mile at a Time
What’s The Best Way To Redeem Delta SkyMiles For Maximum Value?
In the miles & points world, people often joke about the value of Delta SkyMiles, going so far as calling them ”SkyPesos.” In Taylor Swift terms (and I’m no Swiftie, but it seems appropriate), you could say that SkyMiles is kind of the anti-hero.
Economy Class & Beyond
IndiGo to launch a Dehli to London Heathrow service
Indian Airline IndiGo continues its international expansion, with the airline targeting a new route between Delhi and London Heathrow. Norse Atlantic, flying for IndiGo – Image, Norse Atlantic Airways The new route between Delhi and London Heathrow will start on the 2nd February 2026. The airline will fly five times...
View from the Wing
American Airlines Is Spending Millions To Add Minutes To Flights — Cutting Misconnects Is How It Saves Money
American Airlines is spending millions to add extra minutes to flight schedules, and it is not just to look better on on-time charts. At Dallas Fort Worth, where delays turn into missed connections and mishandled bags in a hurry, the math is straightforward: paying for a little slack up front...
The Gate with Brian Cohen
The Front Desk Agent Did Not Know What Colored Tissues Meant
When I pulled a tissue from out of its box, I noticed that it was colored blue — and if you read this article pertaining to if the tissues are colored — which I wrote on Saturday, March 23, 2019 — you already immediately know what that means...
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Live from a Lounge
Purchase United Mileage Plus miles with up to a 45% Discount
United MileagePlus is offering up to 45% discount on the purchase of miles. Here are the details of this time-limited promotion.
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Paddle Your Own Kanoo
Cathay Pacific Is Bringing Back Its Beloved ‘Lettuce Leaf Sandwich’ Livery For Its 80th Anniversary
Aviation geeks will be in their element as it has emerged that Cathay Pacific is preparing to introduce three airplanes, including its flagship Airbus A350, with a special ‘retro livery’ to celebrate its 80th anniversary next year. Eager plane spotters have already captured photos of one of the aircraft having...
The Bulkhead Seat
Turkish Airlines Opened Its First European Lounge Outside of Türkiye at Edinburgh Airport
Turkish Airlines has officially opened its newest lounge at Edinburgh Airport (EDI) to further…
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Economy Class & Beyond
TRIP REPORT: 50 Up. Growing Old with In Style – Return to Singapore and Kuala Lumpur with Three Alliances and an LCC
50 Up. Growing Old with In Style Return to Singapore and Kuala Lumpur with Three Alliances and an LCC. And to quote Monty Python, Its time for something completely different. Join me as I try a few new airlines and experience destinations I love. Join me as I get old....
Economy Class & Beyond
Merry Christmas from Economy Class and Beyond!
It’s that time of year – as the 25th December rolls around – or Christmas Day for those who celebrate. For those of you on the front lines who are working today (be it an early, middle or late shift – on the ground, in the air, in a hospital,...
Economy Class & Beyond
Philippine Airlines takes delivery of its first Airbus A350-1000
The airlines using the Airbus A350-1000 continue to increase, with Philippine Airlines having taken delivery of its first A350-1000. With this delivery, Philippine Airlines has become the 10th operator to take delivery and operate the A350-1000 – the largest version of the aircraft. This delivery marks the first of nine...
Economy Class & Beyond
Travelling by Rail this Christmas and New Year in the UK? Have fun with that…
It’s fast coming up to the Christmas and New Year period. And like clockwork, it’s time for major engineering works across the UK Rail Network to kick off. Plan ahead if you can – Image, Network Rail Why now? Network Rail notes that this is one of the quieter times...
Economy Class & Beyond
Rise Air of Canada takes delivery of its first ATR72-600
Rise Air has become the first airline in Canada to take delivery of the ATR72-600. Rise Air, the Indigenous-owned airline providing essential services across Saskatchewan, has taken delivery of its first ATR 72-600 aircraft, becoming the launch customer for the latest generation ATR -600 series in Canada. This aircraft is the...
Economy Class & Beyond
Airplane Art – Scoot Embraer E190-E2 departing Singapore Changi
It’s Sunday again, so it must be time for some more Airplane Art. This week, we have a Scoot Embraer E190-E2 departing Singapore Changi Airport on a short-haul hop. Scoot (the low-cost carrier of the Singapore Airlines Group) operates a fleet of nine Embraer E190-E2s in its regional fleet, using them on routes...
