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Emirates extends Skywards tiers and pauses miles expiry until June 30, offers 20% bonus miles, and lowers qualification requirements until August 31. Etihad extends rebooking and lowers criteria. Qatar extends tiers and updates flexible rebooking policies
Landline and Massport open a remote TSA screening terminal in Framingham, MA, for Delta and JetBlue passengers starting June 1, with bus service to Boston Logan
A viral United Airlines customer service interaction reveals that the 'Agent on Demand' chat feature allows agents' background audio to be heard by customers even when the customer is muted, raising questions about staff training and tech
The Citi AAdvantage Globe Card offers a $100 annual Splurge Credit usable at 1stDibs, AAdvantage Hotels, Future Personal Training, and Live Nation. Cardholders must register and select up to two merchants
Thai Immigration warns that Trip.com and other OTAs are selling fake Fast Track vouchers for Bangkok's Suvarnabhumi Airport. Only official AOT services or Elite Visa holders have valid priority access
Emirates flight EK213 from Dubai to Miami declared a fuel emergency after two go-arounds due to weather and ATC delays, landing on its third attempt with a 'mayday' call
Qatar Airways has ended its fee-free rebooking policy for tickets issued on or after May 16, 2026. Passengers with tickets issued by May 15 retain complimentary changes until October 31, 2026
W Sardinia has officially opened with 157 rooms, starting at 100,000 Marriott Bonvoy points per night. The opening coincides with Delta's first nonstop JFK-Olbia flights beginning May 20, 2026
Qantas flight QF21 from Melbourne to Dallas diverted to Tahiti after a crew member was bitten by a belligerent passenger. The man was placed on a permanent no-fly list
The Citi AAdvantage Globe Card includes four annual Admirals Club passes. Passes are per calendar year, valid for primary member plus companions, and exempt from capacity controls
Delta's A321neos featuring lie-flat Delta One seats are delayed until 2028 due to seat certification issues, pushing back the premium narrowbody product rollout
Berkshire Hathaway purchased nearly 40 million shares of Delta Air Lines in Q1 2026 for $2.65 billion, making Delta its 14th largest holding
Chase Ultimate Rewards is offering a 30% bonus when transferring points to Southwest Rapid Rewards. The promotion runs from May 15 through June 5, 2026, with unlimited transfers allowed
Delta has confirmed plans to introduce a premium 'Business Class Plus' product on its new Airbus A350-1000s and retrofitted A330s, offering extra space at the bulkhead
United Airlines pilots received a memo confirming that Panasonic Wi-Fi is saturated and often unusable on long-haul flights over the Pacific. This is a capacity issue, not a contract termination
Singapore Airlines offers 30% off KrisFlyer award tickets on select routes for June 2026 travel. Book by May 31, 2026, for flights between June 1–30
Rove Miles has added Aeroplan as its 18th transfer partner, offering a 25% launch bonus on transfers through June 6, 2026. Transfers are 1:1 with a 2,000-mile minimum
Emirates Skywards has updated its mileage calculator to reflect changes to award costs for classic and upgrade rewards, effective May 20, 2026
Qatar Airways has updated its travel schedule through September 16, 2026, confirming restart dates for Helsinki and Tokyo Haneda (July 15), Bogota (July 22), and Caracas (July 26)
Hyatt's Miraval brand has opened its first international property, Miraval the Red Sea, on Shura Island, Saudi Arabia, as of May 15, 2026
Qatar Airways changes its tier extension policy effective June 1, 2026. Tiers expiring Feb 28–May 31 get fixed extensions (12 months if 90%+ Qpoints, 3 months if less), while post-May extensions become discretionary based on operational recovery
Air Canada Aeroplan is offering a buy-miles promotion from May 14 to May 31, 2026. Purchases of 30,000+ miles earn a 75% bonus, with lower tiers for smaller amounts
Porter Airlines is launching a new dedicated terminal at Montreal Metropolitan Airport (YHU) on June 15, 2026, with plans to serve a dozen routes from this hub
Asiana Airlines will cease to exist as a separate brand on December 17, 2026, fully integrating into Korean Air. This marks Asiana's exit from Star Alliance and move to SkyTeam
Effective June 1, 2026, Cathay Pacific will close boarding gates at Hong Kong International Airport 15 minutes prior to departure, a 5-minute increase from the current 10-minute window
United Airlines will launch a 3x weekly seasonal flight between San Francisco (SFO) and Sapporo (CTS) from December 17, 2026, through March 26, 2027, operating on a Boeing 787-9
Mastercard opens its own branded lounge network, Taste by Priceless, in Hong Kong, Sao Paulo, and Mexico City, offering a la carte dining to World Legend cardholders
Allegiant Air and Sun Country Airlines have officially merged, with Sun Country's loyalty program set to merge into Allegiant Allways by May 2028. The combined entity operates 195 aircraft serving nearly 175 cities
Lufthansa Group has pushed its Dubai restart to September 13, 2026. Austrian Airlines resumes Tel Aviv service June 1, while Lufthansa, SWISS, and ITA Airways target July 1. Most other Middle Eastern routes resume late October
Choice Privileges has ended its partnership with Alaska Airlines and United Airlines, effective May 12, 2026. Members can no longer earn or convert points to these programs
Finnair is replacing its current short-haul sparkling wine, Bernard-Massard, with Francois Montand Blanc de Blancs Brut on May 20, 2026, a move linked to cost optimization
United Airlines is offering a Buy Miles sale valid through June 24, 2026, providing discounts up to 50% or bonuses up to 100%. The offer caps purchases at 50,000 miles per 90-day period and 200,000 annually
Accor offers 1,000 bonus ALL points for linking accounts with Qatar Airways by May 24, 2026, and completing a stay by July 11, 2026
Flying Blue's paid status match now accepts US and Canada residents, offering Silver, Gold, or Platinum tiers. The offer excludes British Airways elites and has no fixed end date
Delta chose Amazon's Leo network over Starlink for inflight Wi-Fi, citing branding control. United is rolling out Starlink to its entire fleet by end of 2027, potentially giving it a multi-year connectivity advantage
Summer domestic airfares are up 27% and award prices up nearly 25% year-over-year due to soaring fuel costs and Spirit Airlines' collapse. International fares to Europe have spiked even higher
Thrifty Traveler has released a free Google Docs and Excel tracker for over 50 top travel cards, helping users monitor statement credits and recoup annual fees
Lufthansa has exercised its option to increase its stake in ITA Airways from 41% to 90% for 325 million euros, with regulatory approval expected in Q1 2027
CBC News investigation finds WestJet swapping in grounded aircraft to claim 'unforeseen maintenance' as the cause for cancellations, thereby avoiding mandatory cash compensation under Canada's Air Passenger Protection Regulations
Flying Blue offers up to 45% off or 80% bonus on purchased miles, valid through May 31, 2026. Elite members can buy up to 300,000 miles per transaction
Aegean and Olympic Air are offering 20% to 30% off economy fares to Greece for travel June 8–July 8, 2026. Bookings must be made by May 15, 2026
Major US carriers including American, Delta, United, and JetBlue have added new flights and increased frequencies on routes formerly served by Spirit Airlines since its May 2 shutdown
Delta extends its complimentary snack perk for Delta SkyMiles Amex cardholders through June 30, 2026. Eligible cardholders can redeem a free snack on Delta Sync Wi-Fi-enabled aircraft on flights over 900 miles within the US, Canada, Mexico, Central America, and the Caribbean
United Airlines will launch daily nonstop flights between Houston (IAH) and Caracas (CCS) starting August 11, 2026, ending a nearly 10-year hiatus. Service is pending final government approval
United Airlines will launch daily nonstop flights between Houston (IAH) and Caracas (CCS) on August 11, 2026, using Boeing 737 MAX 8 aircraft, ending a nine-year service gap
BLS data shows U.S. airfares rose 21.6% in the first four months of 2026, with average fares hitting $308.53. Legacy carriers are maintaining higher prices despite potential fuel normalization
SAS offers 25% off standard award miles for economy, premium economy, and business class flights to/from Scandinavia. Book by May 19, 2026 for travel between May 12 and September 30, 2026
Qatar Airways Privilege Club members must now have recipients added to their Friends & Family or My List pools to redeem Avios for their flights
Tiffany Funk has been appointed as the new Head of Flying Blue, the loyalty program for Air France, KLM, and Transavia, succeeding Ben Lipsey who moves to SVP Loyalty, Digital & Data
RBC is offering a 30% transfer bonus on RBC Avion points to British Airways Avios, valid from May 11 through June 19, 2026. The effective transfer rate is 1:1.3 with a minimum transfer of 10,000 points
Chase is offering targeted United credit cardholders 10,000 MileagePlus miles for adding one authorized user. The offer ends June 30, 2026, with no spending or registration required
Qatar Airways launches a new route to Bogota and Caracas starting July 22, 2026, operating twice weekly on Boeing 777-200LR to manage payload constraints
Air France-KLM is considering renaming its parent holding company to reflect its growing portfolio beyond the two legacy carriers, with 'the Blue Group' cited as a working title
Weekly update on Gulf carrier operations during the Iran war, covering tier extensions, flexible rebooking policies, and route adjustments for Emirates, Qatar Airways, and Etihad
American Airlines announced that a new Flagship Lounge is coming to Miami, after which the existing Flagship Lounge will be converted into part of the Admirals Club. No specific timeline or details have been provided yet
The JetBlue Premier Card offers 100,000 TrueBlue points after $5,000 spend. Valued at $1,350, it carries a $499 annual fee and Priority Pass lounge access
Etihad is offering up to 30% off base economy and business fares for travel through October 2026. Bookings must be made by May 14, 2026
Alaska Airlines plans to install premium economy cabins on its Boeing 787s and Hawaiian's Airbus A330s starting in 2028, alongside a new 40,000-square-foot premium lounge at Seattle-Tacoma International Airport
Iberia is offering 10% off USD gift cards through May 10, 2026. Cards are valid for 12 months for flights on Iberia and its partners
Transportation Secretary Sean Duffy launched a privately funded reality series featuring United Airlines and Boeing, sparking conflict-of-interest debates among frequent fliers
Garuda Indonesia flight GA4208 held for 4.5 hours over southern India on May 8, 2026, due to airspace closure for the Agni-6 missile test, extending the Jeddah-Medan journey to nearly 13 hours
Delta is deploying a new Airbus A321neo configuration featuring 44 domestic first-class seats on select West Coast flights from Atlanta, replacing the planned lie-flat business class temporarily
Frontier Flight F94345 struck a pedestrian during takeoff roll at Denver International Airport on May 8, 2026, causing an engine fire and runway evacuation of 231 passengers
American Airlines AAdvantage members can earn up to 25,000 bonus miles on eligible nonstop flights to Australia and New Zealand. Registration is required by May 31, 2026, with travel completion by March 31, 2027
Survey recipients suggest Bank of America and Alaska Airlines are refreshing the Atmos Rewards Business Card, potentially raising the annual fee to $195 and adding lounge passes and travel credits
Citi is offering 100,000 bonus AAdvantage miles for the Executive World Elite Mastercard after spending $10,000 in the first three months, marking the best bonus ever for this card
GHA Discovery offers a paid status match to Titanium ($150) or Platinum ($100) via statusmatch.com, valid through Dec 31, 2027. Applications close April 6, 2026, with $50-75 in Discovery Dollars included
Emirates Skywards members earn 20% bonus Tier and Award miles and qualify for status on 20% fewer Tier Miles from May 8 through August 31, 2026
Ryanair CEO Michael O'Leary is calling on airports to ban alcohol service before early morning flights and limit passengers to two drinks to reduce flight diversions caused by disruptive behavior
An air traffic controller strike in Italy on April 10, 2026, from 1 PM to 5 PM will impact Rome and Milan airports and airspace. Approximately 27% of flights are canceled; EC 261 cash compensation does not apply, but duty of care is required
Alaska Airlines launches three seasonal Sonoma routes to Phoenix, Salt Lake City, and Boise on Nov 1, and returns to Long Beach on Sept 8
SWISS Senses first class is not available for direct award redemption; passengers must pay cash or upgrade. Cash upgrades at online check-in are now restricted to Lufthansa Group-issued tickets, excluding partner award tickets
Rove Miles has added Air Canada Aeroplan as a new 1:1 transfer partner. A 25% transfer bonus is available for transfers made through June 6, 2026
Southwest Airlines is launching four new routes from Las Vegas (LAS) to Boston, Knoxville, Miami, and Philadelphia in March 2027, while increasing service on dozens of other LAS and Orlando routes
RBC has increased welcome bonuses for all three personal Avion cards, with the Infinite Privilege offering up to 100,000 points. The enhanced offers are valid through July 15, 2026
Chase Ultimate Rewards is offering a 20% bonus when transferring points to Flying Blue (Air France/KLM) through May 27, 2026. Transfers are typically instant and one-way
AirAsia founder Tony Fernandes confirmed he is preparing to launch a new low-cost airline, with an official announcement expected in the next one to two months
Aegean has updated its Miles+Bonus tier hold policy to allow Silver and Gold members to extend status for one year due to military service or the arrival of a new child
Emirates announced a record $6.6 billion profit for FY2025-26, surpassing Delta to become the world's most profitable airline, despite recent military disruptions in the Gulf
Due to a national strike in Belgium, Brussels Airport is requesting airlines to cancel more than half of scheduled flights on May 12, 2026, impacting departures and some arrivals
I Prefer Hotel Rewards is paying out $50 USD certificates for qualifying stays through August 31, 2026. Members can earn up to $250 total by staying at five different participating hotels
New applicants for the JetBlue Premier Card can earn 100,000 TrueBlue points after spending $5,000 within the first 90 days. The card carries a $499 annual fee
The article compares welcome bonuses for the Amex Platinum, Chase Sapphire Reserve, and Capital One Venture X, detailing spend requirements and estimated point values as of May 2026
AirAsia has placed a firm order for 150 Airbus A220-300 aircraft, the largest single order for the type, with deliveries starting in 2028. It will be the launch customer for a high-density 160-seat configuration
Barclays has refreshed the JetBlue Premier World Elite Mastercard, increasing the welcome bonus to 100,000 TrueBlue points after spending $5,000 in the first 90 days
Effective May 4, 2026, Air France-KLM's Flying Blue program now uses a single 24-month expiry rule for all miles, with any eligible activity resetting the entire balance's validity
Aeroplan members can now earn points and Status Qualifying Credits on Hertz, Dollar, and Thrifty rentals booked via aircanada.com, with tiered earning rates and complimentary Hertz Gold+ status
Effective July 1, 2026, Lufthansa allows all First Class passengers to select the Allegris double suite for free and offers a 50% discount on the second passenger's fare
JD Power's 2026 annual rankings show JetBlue leading in first/business class, Delta in premium economy, and Southwest in economy class for customer satisfaction
JetBlue Premier Card introduces a 100,000-point welcome bonus, a new companion pass statement credit, a 15% redemption rebate, and increased travel spending credits
American Express Canada will stop direct transfers from Membership Rewards to Etihad Guest on June 20, 2026. The final transfer ratio is 1,000:750, with transfers ending June 19
Active transfer bonuses include 65% to Marriott Bonvoy (ends May 15), 20% to Qantas/Air France-KLM (ends May 27/31), and 20% to Hilton (ends May 30)
Breeze Airways announced 11 new routes launching between July 2026 and Jan 2027, including 4 from Atlantic City replacing Spirit and 7 to Florida, Mexico, and the Caribbean
Air Canada is suspending four seasonal US routes earlier than expected due to rising fuel costs, with specific suspension dates ranging from late July to October
Etihad Guest has extended its Fast Track status offer. Book a return flight from Saudi Arabia to Abu Dhabi by May 7, 2026, to earn Silver (Economy) or Gold (Business) status for 12 months
Starting May 6, 2026, British Airways will eliminate headrest covers in its Club Europe regional business class to cut cleaning costs and improve operational resilience
Lufthansa has rolled out its new 'FOX' service concept and updated first class soft product, including new pajamas, memory foam pillows, and revised dining, following the debut of Allegris cabins
