The story of a disgruntled American Airlines mechanic deliberately sabotaging a plane ahead of a planned takeoff was scary to begin with, but it just took another terrifying turn. Prosecuting attorneys in the case alleged Wednesday that the mechanic...
United Airlines and Expedia announced Monday they reached an agreement to continue selling fares on the massive online travel agency, just weeks before the airline was set to pull tickets. Airlines pay online travel agencies (OTAs) like Expedia to...
If you’re in the market for some new luggage or a backpack, now’s the time to buy. Our eagle-eyed friends at FrequentMiler first spotted this amazing promotion that can earn you up to 20x miles per dollar at eBags,...
It’s been one month since Hong Kong (HKG) airport was firmly in the world’s spotlight, as democratic protesters shut down the airport for two straight days, scrapping nearly all flights. And while the focus may have shifted elsewhere, tensions...
Months of pro-democracy protests and tension with mainland China have taken their toll on Hong Kong’s top airline, Cathay Pacific. The airline recently reported an 11.3% drop in passengers in August compared to the same period – a drastic...
Global Entry is one of the best tools for an international traveler, getting you access to the TSA PreCheck line for airport security and a dedicated fast lane to clear customs and immigration when returning to the U.S. And...
I don’t remember the fear or panic when word first came about one plane hitting a skyscraper in New York City. When another struck, the horror of the moment started to set in. Even at 12 years old, it...
Long the butt of every joke about shrinking space in air travel, Spirit Airlines on Monday unveiled new seats at an airline industry expo, including a revamped “Big Front Seat,” larger tray tables, more padding, and middle seats that are...
British Airways’ pilots walked off the job Monday, the first day of a planned two-day strike that canceled more than 800 scheduled flights on one of the world’s largest airlines on Monday alone. The Guardian reports that just five...
The days of moving up to a better, empty seat on the plane after takeoff are, for the most part, long gone. Sure, you might find a flight attendant willing to let you move up to a seat you...
