Let's face it: few things are more annoying than boarding an airplane. To cut down on the pain a bit and to increase its operational efficiency, United changed its boarding process. Some don't seem to like it, but I think the new process is a brilliant idea. … [Read more...] about United Changed Its Boarding Process
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Alaska Switches to Stumptown Coffee
For quite some time, Alaska Airlines served up their hometown's best known brand of coffee - Starbucks. But that's no longer going to be the case. Instead, they're switching to a smaller, higher quality, Pacific Northwest-based coffee brand, as Alaska switches to Stumptown Coffee. … [Read more...] about Alaska Switches to Stumptown Coffee
Inspiration of Pualani Passed
Hawaii's hometown airline's livery is iconic. For the past 50 years, the tails of Hawaiian's aircraft have been graced by the image of a woman. However, recently, the inspiration of Pualani passed away. Unfortunately, the airline hasn't acknowledged this somber moment. … [Read more...] about Inspiration of Pualani Passed
American Applies For Another Haneda Slot
It looks like United isn't the only one seeking to expand at Japan's most coveted airport, as American applies for another Haneda slot, too. However, if the slot is awarded to American, this won't be a new route. Rather, they'd be resurrecting a route they attempted a decade ago. … [Read more...] about American Applies For Another Haneda Slot
United Takes Aim at Delta and Hawaiian
Travel hasn't quite returned to normal since the COVID lockdowns, especially when it comes to Japan. That also means that airlines aren't flying flights that they used to, even though they're supposed to. As a result, United takes aim at Delta and Hawaiian in hopes that they can take over some of their coveted slots. … [Read more...] about United Takes Aim at Delta and Hawaiian
What Hawaiian Should Replace the 717 With
I'm not sure why, but a lot of attention has been given to Hawaiian's impending fleet renewal decision. But as readers know, this is old news - they announced this way back in June. But, whatever. I'm here to give my two cents. This is what Hawaiian should replace the 717 with, in my opinion. … [Read more...] about What Hawaiian Should Replace the 717 With
Delta SkyMiles Goes Revenue-Based
Tell me you hate giving freebies to frequent fliers without telling me you hate giving freebies. Well, the airline with one of the worst frequent flyer programs around did just that as Delta SkyMiles goes revenue-based. SkyPesos was already partially so before this, but now they've gone for the jugular. … [Read more...] about Delta SkyMiles Goes Revenue-Based
Hawaiian Announces Initial 787 Routes
From the very beginning, we knew Hawaiian Airlines would put their new Dreamliners on West Coast routes for familiarization. But now we know what routes specifically will be blessed with visits from the carbon bird as Hawaiian announces initial 787 routes. … [Read more...] about Hawaiian Announces Initial 787 Routes
Earn 5 HawaiianMiles Per Dollar on Labor Day
Labor Day is one of the largest shopping days in the U.S. This year, Hawaiian Airlines fans can earn 5 HawaiianMiles per dollar on Labor Day when they shop in-store. However, the offer is available only at a specific mall and has a minimum spend requirement. … [Read more...] about Earn 5 HawaiianMiles Per Dollar on Labor Day
Southwest Opens Same-Day Standby to All
The largest low-cost carrier in the U.S. is making changes again to its different fare tiers. This time, however, it's for the better, as Southwest opens same-day standby to all! Yes, including base Wanna Get Away fares! … [Read more...] about Southwest Opens Same-Day Standby to All