Live and Let’s Fly
Passengers Turn “Nightmare” British Airways Flight Into Three-Hour “Church Service” At 35,000 Feet
A viral video captures a surprising scene on a recent British Airways flight: passengers turning part of a long journey into an improvised church service, singing and allegedly preaching for three hours. It’s not every day you hear an airborne version of a street evangelist at 35,000 feet, but that’s...
View from the Wing
FAA Safety Inspector Sues United For $12.75 Million — Claims He Was Banned For Life After Reporting Torn Seat Pocket
An FAA safety inspector is suing United Airlines for $12.75 million, claiming he was banned for life from flying the airline after reporting a torn seat pocket—a violation of safety regulations. He had been investigating United's 737 MAXs and was taken off that duty.
The Gate with Brian Cohen
Save 15% On Award Stays at New Hotel Properties With IHG One Rewards
You can save 15% on award stays at new hotel properties with IHG One Rewards when you stay at your choice of 77 participating new or recently renovated hotel and resort properties of many of the brands of InterContinental Hotels Group worldwide through Thursday, April 30, 2026... ...but you must... The post...
The Bulkhead Seat
JetBlue Announces Winner of Dominican Republic-Inspired Livery Contest
Last month, I wrote about  JetBlue (the largest US carrier serving the Dominican Republic)… The post JetBlue Announces Winner of Dominican Republic-Inspired Livery Contest appeared first on The Bulkhead Seat.
Frequent Miler
Spirit sale: Save 90% on base fares with promo code 90PCT
Spirit Airlines launched a new sale yesterday which is giving 90% off base fares when using promo code 90PCT. You have until February 5, 2026 to redeem the promo code, but be aware that there are lots of limitations regarding eligible travel dates. The Deal Save 90% off Spirit Airlines...
Paddle Your Own Kanoo
Lufthansa’s Biggest Onboard Service Shakeup In Its 100 Year History Will Replace 184 Million Items
Let’s hope the stereotypes of Germans being organized and efficient are true, as the country’s flag carrier, Lufthansa, is embarking on a mammoth mission to replace a staggering 184 million items of crockery, flatware, and other service items as it readies for its biggest onboard shakeup in decades. Anyone who...
The Bulkhead Seat
Spirit Airlines Introduces First-Ever Collectible Trading Cards
Airline trading cards have become increasingly popular over the past few years. Frontier Airlines… The post Spirit Airlines Introduces First-Ever Collectible Trading Cards appeared first on The Bulkhead Seat.
The Points of Life
Simply The Best: January 2026
The months roll along. I’m back to daily blogging. Here’s the best from January: World Cup Day 4: Portugal vs. Switzerland Jamaica Carnival Review: My Fault Or Miserable Party? BlackBerry Reboot? TPOL Pre-Orders The Communicator Guns & Butter: Philadelphia Travel Guide (Political Edition) Recap! Jamaica Carnival   Missed Flight? How Much...
One Mile at a Time
Starlux Airlines Adds Taipei To Prague Route, First Destination In Europe
Taiwan-based Starlux Airlines launched operations in early 2020, and has been growing rapidly ever since. While the carrier has an extensive intra-Asia route network, long haul service has been centered exclusively around North America, up until now.
Frequent Miler
Southwest personal cards have Companion Pass + bonus points offers via referral
The public welcome offers on personal Southwest credit cards all award 50,000 bonus Rapid Rewards points after spending $1,000 in the first three months. Miles to Memories has highlighted that there are brand new offers available via referral links that award both a Companion Pass and bonus points. The Offers...
TravelUpdate
250,000 points offer on the Business Platinum Card!
I was able to pull up an offer on the Business Platinum Card and it showed a massive welcome bonus of 250,000 Membership Rewards Points!
View from the Wing
Speculation Swirls Over American Airlines CEO Robert Isom’s Future—Headquarters Chatter Hits Fever Pitch Over ‘Who’s Next?’
Speculation about American Airlines CEO Robert Isom’s future has reached fever pitch at the airline’s headquarters, distracting employees as rumors swirl about possible replacements. With unions demanding change and recent operational failures shaking confidence, the conversation inside American Airlines isn't about whether Isom will go—but who might be next in...
One Mile at a Time
Flying Blue Adds Elite Perks On Low Cost Carrier Transavia, Plans New Lounge
While the Air France-KLM Group primarily consists of (you guessed it!) Air France and KLM, the company also has a low cost subsidiary, Transavia. That subsidiary has both a French and Dutch division, with the former operating primarily out of Paris Orly (ORY), and the latter operating primarily out of...
TravelUpdate
Would You Be Willing to Shell Out $2,000 for an Ultra Premium Credit Card?
Let's say that a premium credit card is out in the market with ultra luxury benefits, would you be willing to pay $2,000 in annual fees?
TravelUpdate
Jetstar Japan to Rebrand After Sale
Jetstar Japan to rebrand after Qantas sale. Qantas and Japan Airlines (JAL) have jointly signed an agreement outlining…
Paddle Your Own Kanoo
You’ll Keep Getting Surprised By Hidden Fees After Airlines Win Court Battle
A centerpiece of the Biden administration’s transportation policy has been quashed by an appeals court after a lengthy legal battle that saw some of the biggest airlines in the United States go head-to-head with the Department of Transportation. The idea behind the policy was to give consumers a clearer picture...