Delta Launching Los Angeles to Manila Flights in March 2027
Delta Air Lines will launch nonstop LAX-MNL service starting March 27, 2027, operating 3x weekly on an A350-900 before switching to daily service in June 2027
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Delta Air Lines will launch nonstop LAX-MNL service starting March 27, 2027, operating 3x weekly on an A350-900 before switching to daily service in June 2027
Marriott Bonvoy members with linked Emirates Skywards accounts can earn 5,000 bonus points for one eligible paid stay. The offer runs from July 15 through September 30, 2026
United Airlines reports that a new FAA approach could increase landing rates at SFO within 2-3 weeks, offering relief from a 60% surge in delays caused by runway construction and side-by-side landing bans
Aegean and Olympic Air are offering 30% off Light, Flex, and Family fares and 40% off ComfortFlex fares for domestic travel between September 15 and December 17, 2026. Bookings must be made by July 19
Air Canada Aeroplan is offering a buy-miles promotion from July 16 to July 19, 2026, with bonuses ranging from 40% to 90% depending on purchase size
Lufthansa is closing one of the two business class lavatories on select aircraft, including the Boeing 787, during meal service to create more galley space for its new 'FOX' catering presentation
Avianca is offering up to a 130% bonus on purchased LifeMiles through July 24, 2026, with tiered bonuses based on purchase volume. Base price is 3.3 cents per mile, lowering effective cost to 1.43 cents with the top tier
Hyatt and Air Canada have launched a partnership allowing cross-program point transfers, redemptions, and elite status benefits. Aeroplan members can redeem points for Hyatt free nights starting at 25,000, while Hyatt members can redeem for Air Canada flights
United Airlines has issued an internal memo allowing reservations agents to offer free flight changes to alternative airports (like FLL or MIA) for customers who do not want to fly into Palm Beach International Airport due to its new name, President Donald J. Trump…
Marriott Bonvoy and Japan Airlines Mileage Bank have launched a new preferred partnership featuring reciprocal status match and challenge opportunities for elite members of both programs
A United Airlines customer service agent at SFO was caught on video threatening to call ICE on a passenger, claiming he didn't "act like a citizen," during a confrontation
Aer Lingus is officially cutting routes to Denver, Las Vegas, and Minneapolis from Dublin, along with up to 500 jobs, to meet parent company IAG's 12-15% operating margin target
American Airlines is recovering 25,000 AAdvantage miles from the business bonus offer, though some recipients received a 5,000-mile apology credit
Justin Kellner details a complex multi-airline itinerary reviewing Lufthansa's new Allegris 787 business class, Air India's First Class, and Riyadh Air's new 787 fleet, alongside a Four Seasons Yachts cruise
Delta has announced a new fare class called Delta Basic Business & First, expanding its premium cabin offerings beyond traditional First and Business
TSA and CBP have launched 'One Stop Security' (skipping security re-check) with UK partners and 'International Remote Baggage Screening' (direct bag transfer) with Australia and South Korea partners on select airline routes
American Express and British Airways hosted a 25th-anniversary Avios flight for Amex co-branded cardholders from New York. The booking page crashed due to high traffic, causing errors for members who preregistered
Lufthansa Group is officially rebranding its Miles & More loyalty program as 'Lufthansa Group Miles & More' to strengthen central group identity, with visual updates planned by end of 2026
American Airlines is offering up to a 100% bonus on AAdvantage mile purchases until July 22, 2026. The maximum 100% bonus applies to buying 500,000 miles at 1.88 US cents each
JetBlue is ending service to Antigua and Daytona Beach, cutting four other routes, and shifting Boston-Amsterdam to seasonal to free up aircraft for Fort Lauderdale expansion
Allegiant Air flights are now bookable on Expedia under an exclusive one-year distribution agreement. While fares are visible, extras like bags and seats must be purchased directly on Allegiant's site
Citi clarified that only the legacy Citi ThankYou Mastercard will lose JetBlue TrueBlue as a transfer partner effective September 20, 2026, while other no--fee cards retain access
American AAdvantage is offering up to 50% off purchased miles from July 15 to July 22, 2026. The tiered bonus structure allows members to buy up to 500,000 miles (increased from the standard 300,000 cap) during the promotion
Rove has added Qantas Frequent Flyer as a transfer partner at a 1:1 ratio. A limited-time 50% bonus runs through August 14, 2026, making 1,000 Rove Miles equal 1,500 Qantas Points
Effective July 15, 2026, Aeroplan and World of Hyatt launched a partnership allowing two-way point conversions at a 2:1 ratio, cross-redemptions for free nights and flight certificates, and dual earning on linked Aeroplan credit cards
SAS relaunched its European business class product in October 2025. On ATR aircraft, business class is the last row of economy with no recline, shared space, and prepacked dining
Qatar Airways has finished installing Starlink Wi-Fi on all Boeing 777s, Airbus A350s, and Boeing 787-8s. The airline is currently rolling out the service to its 787-9 fleet, with completion expected by the end of 2026
United canceled its EWR-DEL flight due to a toilet leak and timed-out crew, deplaning passengers at 2 AM without rebooking support or accommodations for NJ/NY/PA residents
Delta and United launch new service to Moab's Canyonlands Field (CNY) on Oct. 6, 2026, via SkyWest. Delta flies to SLC (seasonal), United to DEN
Asiana Mileage Plan members are losing Star Alliance earning and redemption benefits as the airline exits the alliance in December 2026, with full program integration into Korean Air delayed by antitrust regulators
Rove is offering a 25% transfer bonus to Frontier Airlines Miles and a 50% bonus to Qantas Frequent Flyer points, effective July 3, 2026
United MileagePlus is offering up to a 45% discount on purchased miles from July 14 through August 20, 2026. Eligibility varies by member, with best pricing requiring a 30,000-mile minimum purchase
Singapore Airlines KrisFlyer members can get 30% off award miles for Business, Premium Economy, and Economy seats on SQ and Scoot flights for travel August 1–31, 2026. Booking is open through July 31
Alaska Airlines adds daily Boise and Saturday-only Spokane service from Honolulu starting Dec 2026, while suspending its HNL-Auckland route indefinitely
Air New Zealand will retrofit its Boeing 777-300ER fleet with new Collins Aerospace Elevation reverse-herringbone business class seats featuring doors, starting in March 2027
Frontier Airlines announced four new routes launching in November and December 2026, targeting cities where Spirit Airlines previously had a strong presence
Brazilian carrier Gol has launched its first flights to New York JFK from Rio de Janeiro and announced upcoming long-haul routes to Lisbon and Orlando with specific start dates in 2026
A 44-year-old ANA captain was sentenced to 1 year and 8 months in prison for indecent assault on a female flight attendant in 2023. ANA kept him on duty during the trial despite his admission of guilt
Frontier Airlines announced plans to introduce SpaceX’s Starlink Wi-Fi across its fleet starting in early 2027. The airline has not confirmed if the service will be free or paid, though it aims to be the first US carrier to manage the system directly
United Airlines will outfit its new Airbus A321XLR jets with a row of economy seats featuring a guaranteed open middle seat, debuting later this year
Aegean Miles+Bonus members will earn up to 50% fewer miles on Thai Airways premium cabins starting July 15, 2026, with business class earnings dropping from 200%/150% to 125%/110%
Southwest Airlines has detailed how A-List status members will receive priority boarding under its new assigned-seating system, with changes effective December 14, 2025
Delta executives revealed that its new Boeing 787-10 Dreamliners, arriving in 2031, will feature over 50% premium seating, a significant increase from the 30% on current 767s
American Express is discontinuing the Old Blue Cash card. Chase is updating the Sapphire Reserve dining credit scope and removing phone protection from the Freedom Flex. SoFi launched the Smart Card
ALL Accor and IndiGo BluChip have launched a reciprocal points conversion partnership. Members can convert 3,000 ALL points to 2,000 BluChip miles, and 6,000 BluChip points to 1,000 ALL points
On July 8, 2026, a Hawker 800XP from Teterboro flew into the path of a United 787 approaching Newark, triggering a TCAS RA due to pilot-ATC miscommunication
Citi is offering a 30% transfer bonus when moving Citi ThankYou Points to Preferred Hotels & Resorts I Prefer, valid through June 15, 2026
Etihad Airways and Fastjet Zimbabwe have signed an MoU for a codeshare and Etihad Guest loyalty partnership, allowing members to earn and redeem miles on Fastjet flights starting August 24, 2026
Delta One lie-flat business class seats are available to 10 European destinations for 115,000 SkyMiles plus $5.60 in taxes and fees, with availability extending through July, August, and September 2026
Norwegian Air Shuttle has temporarily changed its social media logo to British Airways' for 24 hours after losing a World Cup bet, coinciding with a flash sale on 'Norwenglish' destinations
A passenger reports being sexually assaulted by a male security guard in a Turkish Airlines Business Class lounge in Kayseri, Turkey, on July 4, 2026
The DHS is launching 'ICE Air,' a government-owned but contractor-operated deportation fleet, with a target launch by July 2027. The initial fleet includes six Boeing 737-700s and two Gulfstream G650ERs
The Trump administration subpoenaed four journalists after NYT reported that safety concerns with the new Qatar-gifted Boeing 747-8 led to the use of older aircraft for a return flight from Turkey
The Thai aviation industry has rejected a government proposal to collect a 300-500 Baht tourism levy via airline ticket sales, citing back-office system limitations and difficulty tracking passenger nationality for Thai citizen reimbursements
Air France and KLM have expanded their Advance Seat Reservation fees to include award tickets and most long-haul routes, including those to North America, with exemptions for elite members and Business Flex passengers
Etihad Airways has increased cash upgrade fees to The Residence on its A380 fleet by 50-100% across key routes like London and Paris
A San Diego air traffic controller exchanged heated remarks with United and Southwest pilots regarding taxi delays and gate availability, with one pilot suggesting the controller 'need to be replaced.'
Chase Ink business cards have three distinct reward structures: Ink Preferred earns transferable travel points; Ink Premier earns cash back; Ink Cash and Unlimited earn cash but can convert to travel points
American Express updated Centurion Lounge access rules effective July 8, 2026. Guests must now be on the same flight, and connecting passengers face a five-hour layover cap
Air France-KLM's Flying Blue has updated its paid status match to include members in India and added Air India as an eligible airline for matching
Flying Blue is offering up to a 45% discount on purchased miles through July 28, 2026, with rates ranging from 1.68 to 1.98 cents per mile depending on volume
Delta CEO Ed Bastian told investors that structural fare increases are sustainable even if fuel prices drop, citing strong Q2 2026 revenue growth driven by premium and economy segments
A Cathay Pacific A350-1000 on flight CX257 from Hong Kong to London was intercepted by NATO fighter jets over Hungary on July 4, 2026, after temporarily losing contact with air traffic control
A NetJets Citation Latitude at Las Vegas (LAS) rejected a go-around instruction due to low fuel, a detail not previously disclosed, causing confusion with ATC who had cited runway traffic
Debris from an engine failure on Ryanair flight FR1879 shattered a cabin window shortly after takeoff from Thessaloniki, partially sucking out a passenger before the plane returned to the airport
British Airways cancelled flight BA254 from Bridgetown to London-Heathrow after crew members got drunk at their crew hotel, affecting up to 336 passengers
American Airlines has raised the AAdvantage mile cost for First Class awards from the US to Asia 1 and 2, with business class pricing also showing volatility
Air Canada has launched a new $9+ tax city shuttle in downtown Montreal, operated by Landline, connecting Palais des congrès to YUL for same-day Air Canada flyers
Southwest has opened applications for its new Rapid Rewards Debit Card, issued by Sunrise Banks. It earns points on purchases, offers a 2,500-point welcome bonus, and counts toward Companion Pass
Iberia Plus members can save 10% to 30% on Avios awards to/from Madrid in all cabins. Book by July 23 for travel between July 9 and September 30, 2026
New Rakuten members referred by existing users can earn $50 cash or 5,000 Bilt points on a $50 purchase through September 30, 2026
Delta is adding new nonstop leisure service to Fort Myers and Glacier Park from its Austin focus city, alongside a 85% increase in departures over three years and a new terminal Sky Club
Delta is introducing 'basic' versions of its premium cabins (Basic Business, Delta First Basic, Delta Premium Select Basic) with tighter restrictions, including loss of Delta One Lounge access for Basic Business and reduced SkyMiles earning
New applicants for the Alaska Airlines Atmos Summit Visa Infinite card can earn 100,000 points and a 25,000-point Global Companion Award after spending $6,000 in 90 days
RBC Avion is offering a 15% transfer bonus to American Airlines AAdvantage miles from August 1 to August 31, 2026. Transfers of at least 5,000 points qualify
Delta has formally introduced 'basic' fare bundles across all classes of service, including business and first class, effective July 8, 2026. These unbundled fares exclude perks like advance seat selection, lounge access, and free changes
Reports indicate SAS CEO Anko van der Werff is the likely next CEO of Air Canada, despite being a non-fluent French speaker, marking a potential shift from the airline's usual internal promotion pattern
A K2 Airways Boeing 737-400 freighter crashed into the Arabian Sea late July 7, 2026, after pilots reported navigation issues and the aircraft experienced a rapid, steep descent from cruising altitude
American Express is offering transfer bonuses: 30% to Virgin Atlantic through July 31 and 20% to Hilton through July 14
Accor Live Limitless (ALL) members can transfer points to Japan Airlines Mileage Bank with a 20% bonus through August 22, 2024
The Chase Sapphire Preferred now earns 3x Chase Ultimate Rewards points on vacation homes booked directly with Airbnb, Vrbo, Plum Guide, HomeAway, Homestay.com, and Vacasa
Air France has opened its new lounge at London Heathrow Terminal 4 as of July 7, 2026. The 750 sqm facility features a Clarins spa, a dedicated La Premiere section, and access for SkyTeam Elite Plus members
Qatar Airways offers double Avios and up to 10% off base fare for bookings made by July 15 using code JULYPC, with travel valid through December 15, 2026
American Express US Membership Rewards is offering a 30% bonus when transferring to Virgin Atlantic Flying Club. The promotion runs from July 1 through July 31, 2026
Copa Airlines begins rolling out Starlink Wi-Fi in July 2026, with full fleet coverage by Q1 2027. Unlike most Starlink partners, Copa will charge for economy Wi-Fi, offering it free only to business class, elites, and Starlink subscribers
Qatar Airways Holidays stopover packages are operated by TUI, not the airline directly. Bookings made via the Qatar Airways website may face restrictive third-party change policies and limited airline support
A review of Tradewind Aviation, a Part 135 carrier operating Pilatus PC-12 turboprops in the Caribbean and Northeast, highlighting its lounge, convenience, and pricing
Winair operates a fleet of ATR 42s and Twin Otters connecting Sint Maarten to St. Barts, Saba, and other Caribbean islands with a flawless safety record
Aegean and Olympic Air are offering 30% off economy round-trip flights to/from Greece. Use code HELLOWINTER when booking by July 12, 2026 for travel between October 1, 2026 and March 31, 2027
EasyJet has reached an agreement with US private equity firm Castlelake to go private, with the board recommending shareholders accept the offer
Denver International Airport (DEN) plans to repurpose unused underground baggage tunnels into pedestrian walkways to serve as an alternative to its train system, which has experienced recent mechanical issues
A frequent flyer shares an experience where a disruptive passenger in Qatar Airways Qsuites was told to 'shut your f**king mouth.' The purser noted that while they logged the incident, their policy is to only disembark passengers for physical issues, highlighting a gap in…
JetBlue announced that its new 'Blue First' first-class cabin will roll out across its fleet starting in late 2026, marking a significant upgrade to its premium cabin product
A traveler reports receiving a meager, packaged breakfast (corn flakes, cheese, roll) in United First Class on a ~4-hour domestic flight to SNA, suggesting a potential product downgrade or inconsistency on non-hub routes
Alaska Airlines is offering up to a 100% bonus on purchased miles until July 5, 2026. The sale price for a 100% bonus is 1.88 cents per mile
Italy air transport sector strike on July 5, 2026, with protected flights between 7-10 AM and 6-9 PM, plus most long-haul services. EC 261 duty to care applies
A United pilot is suing Marriott after bats invaded his Sheraton Denver room, leading to bites and over $100K in rabies shots. The lawsuit alleges the hotel failed to relocate him despite a visible entry point
United's first new 787-9 with United Elevate interiors (N61101) has returned to service after a Boeing repair but is experiencing recurring TCAS faults, causing another maintenance diversion and grounding
United MileagePlus members can now recover deleted travel segments in the Trips timeline; the action now hides the segment rather than removing it permanently