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Qantas offers double Status Credits or Qantas Points for eligible domestic and Trans-Tasman flights. Members must register by May 11, 2026, and book between May 5-11 for travel through August 31, 2026
Finnair Plus members will earn higher Avios multipliers on JAL premium cabins starting May 1, 2026, aligning with AA/BA/IB standards. Tier point multipliers are now based on flown miles rather than booking class
Spirit has refunded most cash-ticket holders but points and voucher holders face an uphill climb for reimbursement via bankruptcy court. Competitors are adding routes to fill the gap
Porter Airlines is adding four new winter sun destinations (Aruba, Montego Bay, San Jose, Los Cabos) with 15 new routes launching between Oct-Dec 2026, including first international service from Alberta
Amex Platinum and Business Platinum cardholders who selected Spirit Airlines for their airline fee credit or 35% bonus must update their selection to an eligible carrier like AA, UA, or DL
Singapore Airlines will install free Starlink Wi-Fi on its A350 and A380 fleets between early 2027 and late 2029, offering faster speeds to all passengers, including premium economy KrisFlyer members
American Express is offering a 10% transfer bonus to JetBlue TrueBlue, resulting in a 250:220 ratio. The offer is valid through May 11, 2026, but is considered a poor value due to the tax excise fee and lack of 1:1 parity
JetBlue is offering a status match to TrueBlue Mosaic for eligible Spirit Free Spirit Silver and Gold members. Simultaneously, JetBlue is expanding its Fort Lauderdale hub with 6 new destinations and increased frequencies following Spirit's shutdown
Avelo offers a free status match to Avelo Plus for Spirit Saver$ Club members who apply by May 31. JetBlue offers status matches to Mosaic 1 or 2 for Free Spirit Silver and Gold members
Delta is offering a $20 Starbucks gift card with the purchase of a $300+ Delta gift card. The offer is valid through May 11, 2026, or while supplies last
Lufthansa is expanding its new 'FOX' soft product to Business, Premium Economy, and Economy classes starting May 6, 2026, featuring flexible meal service and upgraded amenities
United Airlines launched its first-ever nonstop service from Newark Liberty International (EWR) to Bari Karol Wojtyła Airport (BRI) in Puglia, Italy, on Saturday
United flight UA169 from Venice struck a bakery delivery truck and a light pole on the New Jersey Turnpike during approach to Newark Liberty International Airport. The NTSB is investigating the incident; no passengers were injured
Marriott and Bradesco have launched two new credit cards in Brazil: the Bradesco Horizon Visa Infinite (earning United miles and Marriott points) and the Bradesco Marriott Bonvoy Visa Infinite (pure Marriott earning)
Register for AAdvantage Business with code BNS10K to earn 10,000 bonus miles through December 31, 2026. No spending required to earn, but redemption requires qualifying activity or the Citi AAdvantage Business Card
JetBlue is launching 11 new routes from Fort Lauderdale (FLL) to replace service lost by Spirit Airlines' collapse, including new markets like Baltimore, Charlotte, and Barranquilla
Miles & More is expanding its partnership with ITA Airways starting in May 2026, adding Premium Economy award bookings, mile-based upgrades, and enhanced status privileges for Senators and HON Circle members
Following Spirit Airlines' immediate cessation of operations, American, Delta, United, Southwest, and Frontier have announced rescue fare programs for stranded passengers. Delta and Frontier have capped discounted fares valid for five days, while American and Southwest have…
Spirit Airlines has officially ceased operations and canceled all flights following a failed government deal. The DOT has coordinated with major airlines to offer rescue fares and support for ticketholders and employees
Spirit Airlines has ceased all service immediately after running out of cash, marking the end of the budget carrier. The shutdown leaves thousands of travelers stranded and employees jobless
Air Canada Aeroplan is adjusting award pricing for many zones effective June 1, 2026. While some short-haul and transatlantic economy awards see decreases, most long-haul and premium cabin awards are increasing in cost
Atmos Rewards is offering up to a 100% bonus on point purchases, ending May 2, 2026. Buying 20,000+ points yields an effective cost of ~1.88 cents per point before tax
SWISS Air Lines will discontinue in-flight duty-free sales on September 30, 2026, moving its retail offering to the Miles & More Worldshop online
Air France KLM Flying Blue has launched its May 2026 Promo Rewards, offering 25% off standard award prices on select routes. Bookings must be made by the end of May 2026 for travel through October 31, 2026
Lufthansa has extended its Miles&More mileage bundle sale, offering a 50% bonus on purchased miles until April 6, 2026. Prices range from 1.16 to 1.19 cents per mile depending on currency
IHG is offering triple American Airlines AAdvantage miles on eligible stays for members who register and choose miles over points. The promotion runs from April 14 through July 6, 2026
Etihad Guest is extending an exclusive benefit to Gold, Platinum, and Emerald members, allowing them to receive up to 10% off the mileage cost of Promo Seats on Etihad flights
Alaska Airlines' Buy Miles promotion ends May 2, 2026, offering up to 100% bonus points. Non-elite members are capped at 150,000 miles/year
Flying Blue members earn 10k bonus miles on paid Air France or KLM flights to Europe starting May 1, 2026
Capital One is offering a 20% bonus on transfers to Qantas Frequent Flyer from May 1 to May 31, 2026. Transfers occur at a 1:1 ratio, resulting in 1,200 Qantas points per 1,000 Capital One miles
Air France-KLM's Flying Blue updated its paid status match: BA UK elites are back, Aegean is added, but Asiana, Ethiopian, and Hainan are removed. Valid for 12 months
Effective May 19, 2026, Delta eliminates its 'express' service band. Flights under 350 miles will have no service, while flights 350+ miles will receive full beverage service in economy
The Atmos Rewards Summit Visa Infinite card is offering a welcome bonus of 100,000 points plus a 25,000-point Global Companion Award after spending $6,500 in the first 90 days
JetBlue TrueBlue is selling points with up to a 125% bonus through June 10, 2026. Eligible buyers can acquire points for as low as 1.43 cents each, a rate that may offer value for partner redemptions or cardholders with rebate benefits
United has rebranded its forward cabin on select domestic transcontinental and Hawaii flights as Polaris business class, effective immediately. This change grants eligible passengers access to United Polaris Lounges
Chase Ultimate Rewards is offering a 30% bonus when transferring points to Wyndham Rewards. The offer runs from March 5 through March 31, 2026, with unlimited transfers allowed
Cabo Verde Airlines resumes US service to Providence, RI, launching May 4, 2026, with a Praia-Sal-Providence route. Service increases to twice weekly in June
Qatar Airways extended the ticketing deadline for fee-free date changes to May 15, 2026. Tickets issued by this date for travel between Feb 28 and Sept 15, 2026, can be changed fee-free until Oct 31, 2026
Etihad offers a status match for travelers flying from Asia and the Middle East via Abu Dhabi. Book a return economy ticket by April 30 to earn Silver status; book business to earn Gold. Travel must occur between April 16 and July 15, 2026
British Airways updated its general conditions of carriage to allow removal of passengers who film crew without consent, with potential penalties including ticket cancellation
Iberia Club offers up to 30% off Avios award flights from Madrid through May 10, 2026, for travel until September 15, 2026. Discounts apply to the Avios portion only, excluding taxes/fees and partner flights
Velocity members earn double miles on United-operated flights between the US and Australia. Registration is required by May 12, 2026, for travel between June 1 and October 31, 2026
Alaska Airlines has opened a new exclusive check-in facility at Seattle-Tacoma Airport for Atmos Titanium members and Business Class Suite passengers, featuring private security access and a concierge. Additional lanes are planned for other key hubs
Atmos Rewards Titanium members can now get day-of-departure business class upgrades globally for themselves and a companion. Upgrade certificates are also usable on long-haul routes
Emirates allows rebooking or refunds for flights between Feb 28 and May 31, 2026, with changes permitted more than 72 hours before departure. New travel dates must be on or before June 15
Lufthansa is rolling out a new stopover option in Munich for passengers traveling to/from Singapore and the U.S., allowing stays of up to seven days with integrated hotel and car bookings
Qatar Airways has updated its schedule effective June 16, 2026, bringing forward the restart of flights to Bahrain, Kozhikode, and Goa, while delaying the Damascus relaunch to that same date
Finnair Plus members must have account activity within 18 months or their points expire at the end of that month
Star Alliance has opened a new 1,400 sqm lounge at Guangzhou Baiyun International Airport Terminal 3, featuring a 700 sqm outdoor garden and 24-hour access for eligible passengers
Aegean and Olympic Air offer 20% off Economy and Business class fares when booking with promo code SummerVisa26 and paying with Visa. Booking deadline is May 6, 2026
Fiji Airways is suspending its nonstop Nadi-Dallas route effective September 7, 2026, citing high fuel costs and changing demand patterns
Emirates is installing free Starlink Wi-Fi across its Boeing 777 and Airbus A380 fleets, aiming for full fleet coverage by mid-2027. The service is free for all passengers, regardless of Skywards status
British Airways is downgrading up to 130,000 Executive Club members who were incorrectly told their 2026 status was renewed due to a technical glitch, despite not meeting earning criteria
United Airlines has extended its Buy Miles promotion through May 4, 2026, offering up to 50% off. The purchase limit is now capped at 50,000 miles per 90-day period
A SWISS Airbus A330 flight from Delhi to Zurich aborted takeoff due to an engine fire, leading to an emergency evacuation where six passengers were injured, including two with broken legs
United CEO Scott Kirby has pitched the idea of acquiring American Airlines to senior Trump administration officials, signaling potential major industry consolidation
Qatar, Emirates, and Etihad report stabilized operations two months after the Iran conflict began, with specific tier extensions, flexible rebooking policies, and route ramp-up schedules detailed for each carrier
CEOs of Spirit, Frontier, and Avelo met with Transportation Secretary Sean Duffy to propose a $2.5 billion aid package to cover jet fuel costs, potentially involving government equity stakes
Air Canada Aeroplan is increasing award costs by 10-20% for most routes, with some seeing increases up to 67%, effective June 1, 2026
Qatar Airways is resuming daily flights to Dubai and Sharjah starting April 23, 2026, and launching daily service to Damascus on May 1, 2026, as part of its phased operational restoration
The Citi AAdvantage Business World Elite Mastercard is offering 75,000 bonus miles after spending $5,000 in the first five months, an increase from the previous 65,000-mile offer
British Airways discovered a technical issue caused up to 130,000 Club members to retain status they didn't earn. The airline is contacting affected members to apologize and reinstate correct tiers
Dusit Gold members can get the second (or third) night free on stays through December 20, 2026. Public booking window is April 25–27, 2026, via dusit.com
The Trump administration plans to use the Defense Production Act to lend Spirit Airlines $500 million, ultimately securing a 90% government stake in the carrier
The Chase Aeroplan Credit Card offers 75,000 bonus points after $4,000 spend. A limited-time 20% transfer bonus to Aeroplan runs through April 30, 2026, allowing cardholders to stack offers
Air Canada has taken delivery of its first Airbus A321XLR, with 30 on order. The aircraft features 182 seats (14 business, 168 economy) and will be deployed on transatlantic and transcontinental routes from Toronto and Montreal
Analysis suggests the current political and financial climate offers an ideal window for United Airlines to acquire JetBlue, citing regulatory approval odds and JetBlue's financial pressures
Portugal's government is advancing the privatization of TAP Air Portugal, inviting Air France-KLM and Lufthansa Group to make binding offers for a 44.9% stake
Lufthansa is crediting 300 HON Circle, 100 Senator, and 35 Friend & Family points to Miles&More members due to recent workforce strikes
Air France and KLM are charging 300-500 EUR to refund Flex fares on specific long-haul routes starting April 21, 2026. La Première remains free to cancel
Hawaiian Airlines officially joined the Oneworld Alliance on April 23, 2026, becoming the third US-based carrier in the alliance alongside Alaska and American Airlines
Emirates extends its flexible cancellation and rebooking policy for flights until April 30, 2026, offering one free date change for tickets issued on or after April 2. Additionally, Skywards member tiers are extended and miles expiry is paused until June 30, 2026
Spirit Airlines has requested hundreds of millions in emergency funding from the Trump administration to offset jet fuel costs, offering government equity in exchange to avoid liquidation while in Chapter 11 bankruptcy
Lufthansa Group is launching a new 'Economy Basic' fare class for short and medium haul flights that excludes full-size carry-on bags. The change applies to bookings made from April 28, 2026, for travel starting May 19, 2026, across the entire Lufthansa Group network
British Airways is offering a 40% bonus on purchased Avios through its direct portal until April 27, 2026. The promotion applies to purchases of 2,000+ Avios, with a cap of 200,000 base points per calendar year
Tangerine has launched its first paid annual-fee card, the Rewards World Elite Mastercard, offering 30,000 Scene+ points for $3,000 spend in 90 days. The card features a $120 CAD annual fee and integrates with the Scotiabank-owned Scene+ loyalty program
Starting May 19, 2026, Lufthansa Group's new Economy Basic fare includes only a personal item, excluding carry-on bags. Star Alliance Gold elites retain carry-on privileges
Air France and KLM are offering 10,000 bonus Flying Blue miles on paid economy tickets booked from Canada to Europe. Booking window is April 22 to May 3, 2026, with travel valid through September 30, 2026
Qatar Airways has moved its Dubai and Sharjah restarts forward to April 23, delayed Los Angeles service to June 7, and extended flexible rebooking/refund policies through September 15, 2026
Lufthansa has begun retrofitting its Airbus A380 fleet with new Thompson Aero Vantage XL business class seats, replacing the older product. The first aircraft entered service today, with the full fleet expected to be completed by mid-2027
United executives state that recent fare hikes are likely to persist long-term, potentially retaining 20-80% of increases even if jet fuel prices normalize
Qatar Airways is expanding its network, resuming service to over 150 destinations by June 16, 2026. Specific new or resumed routes include Alexandria, Kinshasa, Luanda, Marrakesh, Port Harcourt, and Seychelles with defined start dates
Alaska Airlines and American Airlines are exploring an expanded partnership that could see Alaska join their long-haul joint ventures, including transpacific and transatlantic routes
SkyTeam has unveiled its new flagship lounge in Frankfurt's non-Schengen Terminal 3. The 550 sqm facility seats 126 guests and offers premium amenities for eligible passengers
JetBlue CEO Joanna Geraghty issued a memo stating the airline is not considering a Chapter 11 filing in 2026, though consolidation or bankruptcy remains a possibility thereafter due to high debt and fuel costs
Frankfurt Airport Terminal 3 officially opened on April 22, 2026, with airlines transitioning from Terminal 2 in phases from April 23 through June 9, 2026. A new SkyTeam lounge is confirmed in the non-Schengen area
IHG One Rewards and ANA Mileage Club announced a partnership launching after October 2026. Benefits include status matching for ANA elites, two-way point transfers, and double-dip earning on select ANA flights to Japan
British Airways is extending The Club membership for one year to members who haven't met the official flight criteria, a move to maintain elite membership numbers
As of April 22, 2026, Hawaiian Airlines has retired its historic 'HA' IATA designator code, replacing it with Alaska Airlines' 'AS' code for all flight numbers, marking a major step in the post-merger integration
Lufthansa Group is canceling 20,000 short-haul flights through October, driven by the Lufthansa CityLine shutdown and rising fuel costs. The cuts affect hubs in Frankfurt, Munich, Zurich, Vienna, Brussels, and Rome
Cathay Pacific Asia Miles members can redeem 2K–12K miles one-way on HK Express flights. Book by April 23 for travel between April 28 and September 22, 2026
Qatar Airways is offering double Qpoints on business and first class fares for Privilege Club elites and select Burgundy members. Booking window is April 16–22, 2026, with travel valid through June 16, 2026
Aegean Airlines offers 15-30% off economy fares for travel between May 5 and October 22, 2026. Book by April 21, 2026. Excludes specific Middle East routes and Chios/Leros/Milos/Naxos/Zakynthos
American Airlines is rolling out a new program to score flight attendants based on customer experience surveys, operational contributions, and delay codes, marking a shift in crew performance evaluation
Alaska Air Group and Bank of America have extended their multi-year co-branded credit card agreement, pledging new cards, refreshes, and increased investment in the Atmos Rewards lounge program
Targeted Amex Offer offers $100 statement credit for spending $400+ on Marriott stays. Valid for bookings made between April 8 and July 22, 2026, at participating U.S., Caribbean, Canada, and Mexico properties
GOL Airlines will launch 3x weekly nonstop flights between Rio de Janeiro (GIG) and New York (JFK) starting July 8, 2026, operated by Wamos Air using an Airbus A330-200
Cathay Pacific is reopening its renovated The Wing First Class Lounge at Hong Kong International Airport on April 22, 2026, featuring new spa booths and workspaces
Qatar's Aviation Authority announced the gradual lifting of restrictions on foreign carriers operating at Doha Hamad International Airport, allowing them to transport passengers and cargo again
Cathay Pacific's refurbished First Class lounge, The Wing, First, reopens at Hong Kong International Airport on April 22, 2026, with access restricted to Diamond members and First Class passengers
