Air Travel
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Passenger Astonishes Researchers by Not Moving AT ALL During 17-hour Qantas Flight
A passenger on Qantas’ newly launched 17-hour non-stop flight from Perth to London has amazed aviation experts. His feat? Not moving for the entire flight, not even one step, not even to use the bathroom. The man’s incredible endurance was discovered by the Charles Perkins Centre at the University of Sydney, which used wearable special…
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Air Italy Completes Inaugural NYC-Milan Flight, Plans to Add More Routes
Besides the new Milan-JFK route, Air Italy is also launching a nonstop flight between Milan and Miami on June 8th. Flights to Bangkok and Mumbai are coming this fall.
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2018 North America Airline Satisfaction Study, Southwest Takes Top Spot
Southwest Airlines is the winner once again this year. It received the highest score both overall and among low-cost airlines, with 818 points. JetBlue finished second with 812 points.
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Hawaiian Airlines Baggage Handler Caught on Video Throwing Luggage Off Airplane
The video shows a Hawaiian Airlines baggage handler can be seen throwing suitcases out of the airplane, causing some of the suitcases to bounce as they tumble down the chute.
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Alaska Airlines Fee Changes Coming June 5th
Starting June 5th, they will charge a $125 for all changes and cancellations. They are also eliminating free cancellations for tickets purchased within 24 hours of a flight.Â
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Southwest Will Fly to Hawaii from Oakland, San Diego, San Jose, and Sacramento
Southwest will launch Hawaii nonstop service from Oakland (OAK), San Diego (SAN), San Jose (SJC), and Sacramento (SMF).
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New JFK Alaska Airlines Lounge Now Open and Accepts Priority Pass
Alaska has provided pictures of the new lounge and there’s confirmation that it will accept Priority Pass members.
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New Alaska Lounge Coming to JFK on April 30th
The new Alaska Lounge at New York JFK Terminal 7 is scheduled to open on April 30th. This is Alaska’s first lounge on the East Coast and it will take over the space formerly occupied by the United Club.
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Cheaper Flights to Paradise? Southwest Will Fly to 4 Hawaii Airports
Southwest’s announcement is good news for those who want to visit Hawaii. There will be more options for travelers and likely lower prices with the added competition. This is even greater news for those who have Companion Passes.
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More West Coast Expansion For JetBlue
JetBlue is looking to the West following its successful Mint additions in new markets like San Diego, Las Vegas and Seattle over the past year.
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Southwest Airlines Flight Makes Emergency Landing at PHL
A Southwest Airlines flight landed safely in Philadelphia Tuesday after the jet violently depressurized when a piece of an engine flew into and broke a window. A woman was almost sucked out of the broken window and oxygen masks were deployed on board.
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New Centurion Lounge Coming to Los Angeles LAX
The Centurion Lounge in LAX will be located at Tom Bradley International Terminal and its neighboring, connected terminals. American Express will pay $2.8 million in rent for the first year and a total of $33.4 million over the 10-year lease term.
