718 signals tagged policy change.
Venture X cardholders with a departing flight within three hours can use the 8,500-square-foot lounge again after months of a limited food counter outside.
Signature Class passengers at Toronto Pearson lose the Gate E77 suite after September 29 as Air Canada expands into the former Plaza Premium Lounge.
Eligible Signature Suite guests at Toronto Pearson get access to the international Maple Leaf Lounge during the closure and a guest pass valid through December 31, 2028.
Qatar Airways has quietly dropped the flight-credit and co-brand card tests that blocked Privilege Club members from booking Avios awards for other people.
SkyMiles members generally earn more on Aeromexico, Aerolíneas Argentinas and LATAM flights from September 10, 2026, but Aerolíneas T-class MQDs fall to 5%.
Members who link AAdvantage and World of Hyatt accounts by November 15, 2026 can keep existing earn rates for a few more months.
Unlinked members must connect AAdvantage and World of Hyatt accounts by November 15, 2026 at 11:59 p.m. CT to keep remaining benefits.
Eligible Star Alliance passengers will keep a dedicated Terminal 1 lounge at Incheon after Asiana leaves the alliance on December 16, 2026.
Members without elite status pay 20% to 25% more miles for Flying Blue awards after the September 8, 2026 change to Light, Standard or Flex tickets.
Frontier is dropping Diamond elite to 75,000 status points from 100,000 while raising Silver to 15,000 from 10,000 and Gold to 25,000 from 20,000.
Children under 2 can fly as lap infants on long haul Atmos Rewards awards issued on 027 stock for government international taxes only.
Lufthansa will require AiRail passengers at Frankfurt to drop and collect bags in Terminal 1 from 26 October 2026, a 7 to 10 minute walk from the station.
Access to Southwest's lounges in Austin, Baltimore, Honolulu and Nashville is confirmed only for a new premium Rapid Rewards card Chase will issue in 2027.
United passengers rebooked after irregular operations can add as many as 3 earlier flights to standby in the app around Labor Day.
United is adding an app tool so delayed passengers already rebooked on a later flight can list for earlier United flights to the same destination.
Korean Air and Asiana will offer free Starlink WiFi in all cabins on the 777 300ER and A350 900 long haul jets from 1 September 2026.
Qantas Frequent Flyer members can redeem Classic Rewards on Condor as of September 1, with economy awards from 16,100 points plus taxes.
Visa free entry to Thailand will fall from 60 days for 93 nationalities to 30 days for 60 nationalities on 15 September 2026.
Visa free stays in Thailand will drop from 60 days to 30 days for 60 nationalities from 15 September 2026.
American flyers may see broken seats and entertainment screens fixed faster after September 14, 2026, when more than 60 technicians join at major hubs.
Frontier immediately cut Elite Diamond for 2027 to 75,000 elite status points earned in 2026, down from 100,000.
The new SWISS Business and Senator lounges covering around 2,600 square meters will open at Zurich Airport in the first quarter of 2027.
Qantas Frequent Flyer members can roll surplus Status Credits into the next membership year from 8 December at up to 50 percent, with Silver capped at 100.
American Airlines economy passengers will get Goldfish or Biscoff in the morning and Tate's cookies or Peterson's snack mix later from early October 2026.
Newly delivered U.S. commercial airplanes must have a secondary flight deck barrier from August 25, 2026, but aircraft already in service require no retrofit.
Passengers holding Finnair tickets to Dubai from October 25, 2026 through March 27, 2027 should contact the airline about rebooking.
Non elite Flying Blue members who need a bag or a changeable ticket will pay 20% to 25% more miles for Standard awards from September 8, 2026.
From September 15, 2026, Flagship Business passengers on qualifying flights through Dallas/Fort Worth and Miami can use the dining rooms if a table is free.
A junior Delta flight attendant based in New York who lives in Accra estimates $1,100 to $1,200 a month to commute on standby to JFK.
Skywards Miles earned from June 1, 2027 will expire 36 months after the end of that month, while balances already in accounts keep the current birth month rule.
The FAA now expects crews to collect airline paper cups and plastic glasses before pushback as of May 27, 2026, not during taxi.
From September 1, 2026, Delta flight attendants will collect airline drinks and service items before pushback, citing a 1992 FAA rule.
Bilt Platinum members can redeem up to $150 in Bilt Cash per calendar year on Blacklane rides, Gold members up to $100, and Silver and Blue members up to $50.
Every Malaysian passport that runs longer than 10 years has been voided and will be replaced for free, now capped at 10 years.
From September 8, 2026, Flying Blue will offer its cheapest Air France and KLM awards only as Light tickets that generally cannot be changed or refunded.
The Association of Flight Attendants filed a grievance arguing Alaska cannot deliver promised economy service to 266 passengers.
4 Scotia Momentum cards will stop earning accelerated cash back on rent and tax from October 22, 2026, falling to each card's regular purchase rate.
Returning visitors from 31 extra unnamed nationalities could use automated immigration at Bangkok Suvarnabhumi by the end of August 2026.
Some Chase cards will deposit fewer World of Hyatt points for a given transfer, cutting the Hyatt balance that arrives for those cardholders.
A Miles to Memories writer has about 192k AAdvantage Loyalty Points halfway through the fifth qualification year and plans only to hit 200k Executive Platinum.
Airports of Thailand is studying a return of inbound duty free shops closed by a July 2024 government order to give arriving passengers more choice.
Australian holders of the HSBC Star Alliance Credit Card can earn points on eligible spend through 17 November 2026 before the card closes the next day.
HON Circle members and First Class passengers can soon bring 2 companions into First Class lounges and the First Class Terminal, up from a single guest.
Platinum and Gold cardmembers can use an annual Resy credit of up to $400 at select Tock restaurants from September 15, 2026.
Members of Radisson Rewards and Finnair Plus should hold off on converting points or requesting a status match until the programs publish official terms.
From 10 August 2026, Emirates tickets destined for Dubai can be date changed as often as needed with no change fee.
Economy passengers on KLM European and short haul flights will lose free beer, wine and sandwiches from October 2026.
Complimentary upgrades for AAdvantage elites flying economy will stop at premium economy on American flights in North America starting August 25, 2026.
After a Malaysia Airlines pilot was arrested with 26kg of ecstasy, every Malaysian airline has 30 days to drug test 100% of active pilots and cabin crew.
Miles & More Travel ID holders can use free Starlink from August 19, 2026 on a Lufthansa A320neo, with about 850 aircraft due by 2029.
Etihad Guest members can now book award tickets on Bangkok Airways and Condor through Etihad's website, using the same award chart.
Porter canceled its 10:30PM flight PD444 from Victoria to Toronto on August 6, 2026 after a toddler refused to buckle and the delay reached the 12:30AM curfew.
Anyone flying or sailing between Spain and Italy should expect to present a passport or national ID at least through early September.
Musician Cody Blackbird was removed from a Southwest Dallas-Tulsa flight after a disability stowage dispute, then a supervisor said ADA rules should have applied.
Malaysia Aviation Group ordered drug tests of all 1,260 pilots by 15 August 2026 after a second officer was arrested with more than 70,000 ecstasy pills.
From September 1, 2026, Platinum, Corporate Platinum and Titanium Aeromexico Rewards members lose access to the Premier Lounge on purely domestic itineraries.
Choice Privileges has raised award prices at more of its 101 Japan hotels, and two Comfort hotels now cost 25,000 points a night, up from 15,000.
As of July 30, 2026, American Airlines has enabled AAdvantage members to book award flights on Oman Air directly via aa.com, with rates starting at 40,000 miles to Southeast Asia
Miles to Memories treats weaker Marriott Bonvoy economics as a prelude to devaluation and calls a Kenya Airways path to SkyTeam Elite Plus a money grab.
On August 1, business class passengers and Miles and More elites lost complimentary lounge access at Kraków on LOT operated flights.
Turkish Airlines Miles&Smiles reduced promotional economy awards between Turkey and Oceania to 50,000 miles from 60,000.
Royal Orchid Plus members must still meet the old criteria after Thai Airways postponed status qualification changes due on 5 August 2026 until further notice.
Oman is introducing a free 14-day visa for nationals of more than 100 countries to boost tourism. Eligible travelers need a confirmed hotel, insurance, and sufficient funds
American Airlines has updated its 24-hour free refund policy, requiring tickets to be booked at least 7 days before departure (up from 2 days) to qualify for a full cash refund
Effective September 15, 2026, Lufthansa will charge up to €170 for premium seat assignments on its A380 business class, including 'Privacy Seats' and 'Extra Long Bed Seats'
Chase is removing Priority Pass access from its Sapphire Lounge portfolio effective August 15, 2026, while extending layover guest access from three to five hours
Effective September 1, 2026, ANA and JAL will standardize domestic checked baggage drop-off cut-off times at Tokyo Haneda Airport to 30 minutes before departure, up from ANA's previous 20-minute strict limit
Singapore Airlines is trialing a personal concierge service for First Class passengers at Singapore Changi Airport, offering buggy transport to the gate and security line-cutting privileges
The DOT is considering allowing airlines more flexibility in displaying base fares versus total ticket prices, and may even repeal the current all-in pricing rule entirely
Effective August 1, 2026, Southwest Airlines will board Boeing 737-800 and MAX 8 aircraft 35 minutes before departure (up from 30) to accommodate longer boarding times due to new checked bag fees
Emirates is rolling out Starlink internet to its fleet, which supports faster streaming and video calls. The article discusses whether the airline should implement guidelines for this new feature
The TSA is trialing new self-service e-gates at CLT's Security Checkpoint 2, available to TSA PreCheck members. The system scans IDs and takes photos automatically, offering a slightly faster process than traditional officer checks
Alaska Airlines has activated Philippine Airlines award availability on its website, allowing Mileage Plan members to redeem miles for flights on the carrier
American Airlines has added SIXT as a rental car partner, enabling AAdvantage members to earn 2X miles and loyalty points on eligible rentals
Effective August 5, 2026, Delta SkyMiles members must take a qualifying Delta flight to earn miles on Starbucks purchases. Non-active flyers receive a 2-month grace period until October 5, 2026
Discover card migration to Capital One officially begins July 27, 2026. Accounts will transition in waves through 2027, with users managing cards via Capital One's app and website while retaining key benefits like 5% cash back
Delta SkyMiles members will earn 1 mile per $1 spent on all Starbucks purchases starting Aug. 5, 2026, replacing the previous tiered reload structure
Mauna Kea Beach Hotel (Marriott Autograph Collection) begins charging a $60 nightly resort fee for points bookings effective August 1, 2026, while waiving it for cash rates
Hyatt is sending emails to Hyatt Leverage account holders requesting tax IDs, website links, and employee counts to verify business eligibility for the SME discount program
Cathay Pacific is canceling all Sunday departures from Hong Kong (July 26) due to Typhoon Noul, waiving rebooking and refund fees, and advising passengers to check their status
Accor and H World announced deeper cooperation, making H World hotels in Europe and the Middle East available via Accor’s platforms for booking and earning ALL points
Air France-KLM is permanently discontinuing the Flying Blue+ app on July 31, 2026. Members can still access their miles and XP totals, and eligible purchases made before the closure will continue to earn miles
Cathay Pacific is increasing fuel surcharges on all routes effective August 1, 2026, citing rising jet fuel prices. Long-haul surcharges rise 41% to HK$1,362 per sector
Aerolineas Argentinas plans to lease 20 new jets (6 A330-900neos, 14 737 MAXs) with deliveries starting in 2027, alongside a $65M cabin retrofit for new business class and fleet-wide Wi-Fi rollout
Accor ALL introduces two new paid subscription tiers for XP cardholders in Brazil, offering immediate elite status (Silver or Gold) and monthly reward points
Southwest CEO Bob Jordan confirmed that the airline is actively working on airport lounges, likely to be a perk for future co-branded credit cards, though no launch date or locations are set
World of Hyatt added Mar Monte Hotel, Park Hyatt Beaver Creek, and three Hyatt Centric properties to the list of hotels ineligible for Suite Upgrade Awards
Cathay Pacific is reconfiguring its Airbus A321neo fleet to remove seven seats for increased comfort, including better economy pitch and spacious lavatories, with completion expected by end of 2026
Effective July 22, 2026, Lufthansa Group airlines introduce 'Back Seat' (economy rear) and 'First Row Seat' (business front) as new paid categories, altering seat assignment pricing and elite access
United and Lufthansa Group are extending reciprocal elite benefits starting July 22, 2026. Global Services members get First Class check-in and free seat selection on Lufthansa Group; HON Circle members get Global Reception and priority boarding on United
An American Airlines business class passenger on flight AA171 (JFK-LAX) on July 21, 2026, claims he was tricked into swapping seats with a woman whose seat didn't recline, leading to a confrontation over seat entitlement
American Express and ALL Accor announced a global partnership rolling out in 2026 across 12 countries, offering Amex Platinum members ALL Accor Gold status and a new Membership Rewards points transfer option
Etihad Airways signed an MoU with Abra Group to add Avianca as an Etihad Guest partner and expand cooperation with GOL, including potential loyalty reciprocity and codeshare, launching late 2026
As of July 21, 2026, Singapore Airlines KrisFlyer members need at least 1,000 miles in their account to search for award availability on the website, blocking free accounts from scouting space
Qatar Airways has modified its Privilege Club rules, allowing Gold and Platinum members to book award tickets for individuals not on their "My List" by contacting the airline via phone or online call
American Express Fine Hotels + Resorts and Hotel Collection prepaid stays are now settled with Mastercard via Expedia, rather than Amex, despite being booked with Amex cards
Alaska Airlines will replace Hawaiian's aging Boeing 717 fleet with Boeing 737-800s for inter-island flights starting in 2028, offering more seats and premium amenities
United and Lufthansa have launched new reciprocal perks for their respective top-tier elite status holders, enhancing the value of premium status on both carriers
Emirates has unveiled the U-Dream headrest, a multi-way adjustable leather headrest for Economy Class, currently available on three A350s and rolling out fleet-wide by end of 2026
Japan Airlines Mileage Bank has appeared in the Citi Thank You profile's loyalty program list, leading to speculation that Citi may soon add JAL as a new transfer partner
