Sam Chui
Delta CRJ900 Crashes, Flips Upside Down in Toronto
On February 17, 2025, a Delta Connection CRJ-900 operated by Endeavor Air flipped upside down upon landing at Toronto Pearson International Airport. The CRJ-900 with registration N932XJ was performing flight DL4819 from Minneapolis (MSP) to Toronto (YYZ), with 76 passengers and four crew members onboard. Flight DL4819 departed MSP at...
Suites and Lobbies
American Airlines Premium Economy Review: Honolulu (HNL) to Phoenix (PHX) on the Boeing 787-8
For this trip, I flew from Honolulu (HNL) to Phoenix (PHX) on American Airlines’ Boeing 787-8 in Premium Economy. I recently flew the same cabin on a 777 from Dallas-Fort Worth to Honolulu, so I was interested in comparing the experience between the two aircraft. This was a redeye flight,...
TravelUpdate
Does anyone remember the French Dewoitine D.338?
The Dewoitine D.338 was a French passenger airliner that first flew on 9 August 1935. Powered by three…
Will Run For Miles
Hotel Review: The Grand Hyatt Bali
Grand Hyatt is the oldest and largest of the Hyatt hotels in Bali, but did I like it? The post Hotel Review: The Grand Hyatt Bali appeared first on Will Run For Miles.
Sam Chui
CEO Talks: An Update of Lufthansa Operations from Jens Ritter
  After a challenging year in 2024, especially in terms of punctuality, Lufthansa is investing 200 million euros this year to stabilize flight operations. During a media briefing in Munich, correspondent Kurt Hofmann spoke with Lufthansa Airlines CEO Jens Ritter. Investments and Measures Brand-new and just approved by the aviation...
Sam Chui
American Eagle Jet Crashes into Potomac River After Colliding with Helicopter
On January 30, 2025, an American Eagle Bombardier CRJ-700 crashed into the Potomac River after colliding with an army helicopter near Washington Reagan National Airport. The CRJ-700, owned by PSA Airlines, bearing registration N709PS was operating American Eagle flight AA5342 from Wichita, Kansas, to Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport (DCA)...
Sam Chui
GeminiJets Airplane Models – Dec 24 /Jan 25 New Release + Discounts
I have been collecting GeminiJets since they launched 20 years ago! During depressing times, I have found that model collecting can take away some of the stress! Video Special Offer This is a sponsored post to showcase the latest GeminiJets airplane model releases. Hope you find something you like. To purchase GeminiJets, go to DiecastJets.com and...
Sam Chui
Air Busan A321 Caught Fire in South Korea
On January 28, 2025, an Air Busan Airbus A321 caught fire at Gimhae International Airport in Busan, South Korea. All 169 passengers and seven crew members on board were evacuated via slides. The Air Busan Airbus A321 with registration HL7763 was scheduled to depart as flight BX391 from Busan to...
TravelUpdate
Does anyone remember the versatile Bristol 170?
The Bristol 170 is a British aircraft that first flew on 2 December 1945. It was designed for…
Suites and Lobbies
Hilo International Airport Guide (2025) | Big Island Hawai’i (ITO)
Hilo International Airport (ITO) serves as the gateway to the rainy, lush eastern side of Hawai’i’s Big Island. With its laid-back charm and simple layout, this airport makes traveling to and from Hilo a breeze. I have passed through the Hilo Airport dozens of times, usually on the way to...
Sam Chui
The World’s Most Punctual Airlines in 2024
In this post, we reveal the top 10 most punctual airlines of 2024, according to CIRIUM. *Note that for a flight to be on time, it must arrive at the gate within 15 minutes. Top 10 Most Punctual Global Airlines In 2024, Aeromexico led globally with an impressive on-time arrival...
Sam Chui
Delta Boeing 757 Evacuated in Atlanta After Aborted Takeoff
On the 10th of January 2025, a Delta Air Lines Boeing 757 was evacuated on the tarmac after an engine issue prompted an aborted takeoff at Atlanta Airport. The Delta Air Lines Boeing 757-300 with registration N589NW was performing flight DL2668 from Atlanta to Minneapolis with 199 passengers and 7...
Suites and Lobbies
Ka La’i Waikiki Beach, A Hilton LXR Property | Review & Video
I recently stayed at Ka La’i Waikiki Beach, a newly rebranded Hilton LXR property that you may remember as the former Trump Waikiki Hotel. Rebranding can mean a fresh start, and I was curious to see how this place stacked up against the many other Hawai’i luxury hotels. With over...
Sam Chui
The 10 Busiest International Air Routes in 2024
In this article, we’ve compiled the Top 10 busiest international routes of 2024 based on seat capacity, flight frequency, and Available Seat Miles (ASMs), providing insights into the dynamic global aviation network. *Note that these routes are ranked based on total seat capacity. Data is sourced from Cirium. 1: Taipei...
Sam Chui
Jeju Air Boeing 737 Crashes in South Korea
On 29th December 2024, a Jeju Air Boeing 737 crashed during a belly landing at Muan International Airport in South Korea. At least 47 individuals onboard the B737 have been confirmed dead so far. The Boeing 737-800 with registration HL8088 was operating flight 7C2216 from Bangkok to Muan with 175...