Following in the footsteps of Alaska, American, and United, Delta increases its checked bag fees. However, it kept its increase more similar to Alaska's than what the other two did. … [Read more...] about Delta Increases Its Checked Bag Fees
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United Secures the Former Hawaiian Haneda Slot
As you'll recall, United has been aggressively pursuing Haneda slots. They went after and lost Delta's surrendered Portland-Haneda slot. But their second, more convoluted fight has paid off, as United secures the former Hawaiian Haneda slot. … [Read more...] about United Secures the Former Hawaiian Haneda Slot
United Hikes Bag Fees
In a move so predictable that it's like predicting the sun will rise tomorrow, United hikes bag fees, following American Airlines almost verbatim. Unfortunately, unlike American, United doesn't publish its baggage fees. … [Read more...] about United Hikes Bag Fees
Introducing Kapuahi
Hawaiian's very first Boeing 787-9 arrived late at night on Valentine's Day to little fanfare from the airline itself. In the week following, they've still been quiet, though we now know that N781HA has been named Kapuahi. … [Read more...] about Introducing Kapuahi
Delta Targets Hawaiian with Expanded Service
Hawaiian is struggling to remain solvent and is seemingly relying on its merger with Alaska Air to stay out of bankruptcy. Yet that very merger looks like it'll cause more pain as Delta targets Hawaiian with expanded service to utilize excess capacity and, presumably, to inflict pain on arch nemesis Alaska. … [Read more...] about Delta Targets Hawaiian with Expanded Service
American Announces More 2024 Changes
Last month, American announced a slew of positive changes to AAdvantage. However, it seems we can't have genuinely positive things as American announces more 2024 changes, some of which are negative. Alas, none truly come as a surprise in this day and age. … [Read more...] about American Announces More 2024 Changes
The First Hawaiian 787 Has Arrived
After too many delays to keep track, the first Hawaiian 787 has arrived in Honolulu two months ahead of its in-service debut. Interestingly, the first carbon fiber bird to arrive was different from the one I would've expected. But it is what it is! … [Read more...] about The First Hawaiian 787 Has Arrived
Hawaiian Air Premium Airport Service
Oh boy! I didn't see this one coming: Hawaiian Air Premium Airport Service. That's right, Hawaiian Airlines now offers its own version of the ground services many larger, more premium airlines do. However, details about the offering remain scant. But does it even matter? … [Read more...] about Hawaiian Air Premium Airport Service
Southwest is Installing New Cabins
Not long ago, Southwest Airlines announced they'd finally install in-seat power onboard their aircraft. The caveat to this, though, was that it's USB-A and -C ports only, and, at least for now, would only be onboard new-build aircraft. However, we learn that Southwest is installing new cabins, too. That seems odd, given the tight timing between these two announcements. You'd … [Read more...] about Southwest is Installing New Cabins
Companion Pass Sign-Up Bonus!
Here's a new card offer you shouldn't sleep on - Companion Pass sign-up bonus on all Southwest consumer co-brand credit cards PLUS bonus points! Mind you, this isn't some three-month preview offer. You get to keep that status for almost a year, depending on when you apply and get approved. … [Read more...] about Companion Pass Sign-Up Bonus!