Another new American Airlines policy is taking off — and loyal flyers aren’t thrilled about where it’s landing. Beginning Aug. 25, elite AAdvantage members flying on some of the most popular three-cabin domestic routes will no longer be eligible for complimentary upgrades from the main cabin to business class. Instead, their free upgrade will only bump … Read more
While some maniacs love sitting in the middle seat on airplanes, others will do anything to avoid it, but usually it’ll cost them. Thankfully, content creator Jordan King, also known online as the “Coupon King” on social media, shared a hack where Ryanair flyers can completely avoid the squished seat and instead choose a window … Read more
United Airlines is turning one of air travel’s biggest frustrations into its newest premium perk. Later this year, travelers will be able to book a new Economy Plus option on the carrier’s upcoming Airbus A321XLR jets that swap the dreaded middle seat for extra personal space and a built-in shared table. The airline announced Tuesday … Read more
It’s predicted to be another summer of travel chaos. But thankfully, Delta Airlines, represented by the Air Line Pilots Association (ALPA), recently launched a website called Delta Pilots Care, where they will warn passengers of potential delays and cancellations amid summer travel. “We have been working on our days off in record numbers to help you … Read more
First class is so basic now. This week, Delta Airlines made what it’s calling an “industry-standard” change by making premium seating more affordable. It’s about time. The airline rolled out its “Basic fares” for first class and business class — which is basically like an economy seat with a few extra perks that typically only … Read more
Make them an offer they can’t refuse. Nothing is worse than finally making it to your gate, waiting to board a plane, only to find out the flight is overbooked and the airline is looking for takers to give up seats. As much of a pain as that scenario is, a thousand-dollar prize might change … Read more
Look the other way. While most plane passengers usually get pissed off at snoring seatmates and crying babies, on one particular flight, flyers had a totally different bone to pick, having to do with a little pooch. In a short clip shared on X (formerly Twitter), a small dog is comfortably sitting on its owner’s … Read more
Airport lounges may have finally hit their breaking point. After years of offering credit card perks, day passes and premium travel upgrades, airlines are now leaning into a new solution: grab-and-go lounge concepts. The idea is simple. Travelers can still pick up complimentary food and drinks — but without camping out in a lounge or having … Read more
It’s the end of an inexpensive travel era. Money-savvy travelers are mourning Spirit Airlines, the once-beloved budget carrier, which permanently shut down on Saturday after undergoing severe financial distress and failing to obtain a $500 million bailout from the administration. After the company’s officials announced yesterday that they were closing operations of the nation’s eighth-largest airline … Read more
Being booed by your hometown crowd is a tough look — especially when it’s a game you are not even playing in. That’s what happened when some of the Phillies players were shown on the Jumbotron while taking in the Flyers’ 1-0 overtime win over the Penguins in Game 6 of their first-round series Wednesday … Read more
A horror midair death turned a long-haul flight into what some are calling a nightmare at 35,000 feet. A female passenger in her 60s died during the first hour of a British Airways flight from Hong Kong to London — but the plane kept going, leaving her body stored in a heated galley for more … Read more
This scuttlebutt is bad news for butts. Flying with Southwest Airlines could mean flying with the spills, fluids, flakes and grime left by the guy who sat in the seat right before you, per alarming claims that the company is planning to only clean “premium seats” between flights. Chris Click, a safety chair for the … Read more
While flying at top altitude, Shanna Meit-Sciara loves being in the middle. But the Brooklynite’s outré obsession with sitting in the oft-maligned middle seat of an airplane row isn’t born out of some quirky need to be the center of attention. Instead, it’s a preference rooted in coziness. Shanna Meit-Sciara (L) with wife, Gabi (R) says she’s … Read more
When they say “sit back and relax,” this airline means it. As the travel industry seemingly trends away from space and comfort, one airline is providing passengers — even those flying economy — with a luxurious perk. Savvy sleepyheads know that Lufthansa offers a Sleeper’s Row, allowing passengers to book an entire row in economy … Read more
Breaking news! Two people aboard a British Airways flight suffered broken ankles after the plane encountered severe turbulence en route to the UK. The aircraft had been flying from Los Angeles to London on December 6, when it encountered some extreme bumps in the flight path, the Independent reported. According to the Air Accidents Investigation … Read more
Another debate on airplane etiquette is taking off. A female flyer took to social media to share that her boyfriend makes her sit in the middle seat on airplanes — and it started a contested conversation. “Getting a boyfriend is all fun and games until you realize you have to sit in the middle seat … Read more
More and more travelers are taking to social media to share the uncomfortable experiences they’ve had sitting in cramped airplane seats — prompting renewed debate over airline seating policies and passenger etiquette. Across multiple platforms, passengers have posted videos and detailed accounts about situations in which they were literally pressed against windows or armrests on fully booked … Read more
Shine bright this holiday season — just not at the airport. The Transportation Security Administration issued a timely reminder against wearing sparkly clothes while traveling this holiday season. “TSA PSA: The body scanners don’t love sparkles. We don’t want to dull your holiday shine but we don’t recommend wearing your sparkly holiday sweater to the … Read more
How are they getting away with that? It’s an oddly familiar scene: you’re waiting for your boarding group to be called at your flight’s gate, watching a wheelchair bound passenger dodge lines and board the plane first. Yet, once the plane lands, you’re scratching your head at that same flyer walking unassisted off the flight, … Read more
Tim Saunders blew it, live on air. The Flyers play-by-play man was suspended by the team Friday after an unfortunate hot mic moment during the third period Thursday’s radio broadcast of a game against the Sabres. As the game went to an ad break around the seven-minute mark, Saunders threw to commercial — or, what … Read more