Being the aviation nut that I am, it's always fun trying new airlines. And, recently, I got to try a new-to-me airline for a quick mini-vacation. So, let's talk about Southwest Airlines 1503 Honolulu - Kona service. … [Read more...] about Southwest Airlines 1503 Honolulu – Kona
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HawaiianMiles versus Rapid Rewards
Last week, I compared the Southwest and Hawaiian experiences. But our experiences with the airlines are only part of the equation. So, let's compare HawaiianMiles versus Rapid Rewards. … [Read more...] about HawaiianMiles versus Rapid Rewards
United MileagePlus Miles No Longer Expire
Have you heard? United MileagePlus miles no longer expire! For me, though, this means nothing. And that's not just because I don't fly United. It's because there are better places to park your Star Alliance miles. … [Read more...] about United MileagePlus Miles No Longer Expire
Hawaiian Airlines Gets a Reprieve
Southwest Airlines spent much of 2019 building and normalizing its Hawaii operations. This, however, has put immense pressure on Hawaii's largest airline. But Hawaiian Airlines is getting a reprieve, as Southwest slows its Hawaii growth. … [Read more...] about Hawaiian Airlines Gets a Reprieve
Hawaiian Airlines Flight Attendants Picketing Again
FYI, Hawaiian Airlines flight attendants will be picketing again this Wednesday. Recently, the AFA received the Airline's total proposal and it was a HUGE slap in the face. … [Read more...] about Hawaiian Airlines Flight Attendants Picketing Again
Hawaiian Airlines A321neo Makes Emergency Landing
Yup, Hawaiian's problematic Airbus A321neos strikes again! This time, though, it, unfortunately, affects passengers. Yesterday, a Hawaiian Airlines A321neo makes an emergency landing in Honolulu. … [Read more...] about Hawaiian Airlines A321neo Makes Emergency Landing
The Southwest Airlines Boarding Process
Recently, I got to give Southwest Airlines a try for the first time. So, for all my Hawaii people that may not have flown them yet, here's what you need to know about Southwest Airlines boarding process. … [Read more...] about The Southwest Airlines Boarding Process
Hawaiian Adding Additional West Coast Flights
Well, this isn't an announcement I was expecting. Though, my surprise has more to do with the particular routes coming online. So, let's talk about Hawaiian adding additional West Coast flights. … [Read more...] about Hawaiian Adding Additional West Coast Flights
Hawaiian Air’s Profits Slip Amid Increased Competition
Quarter 2 2019 financial reports came out recently and, somewhat unsurprisingly, Hawaiian Air's profits slip amid increased competition during the second quarter of 2019. … [Read more...] about Hawaiian Air’s Profits Slip Amid Increased Competition
PSA: Keep Your Seatbelt Fastened at ALL Times
So, last week, an Air Canada flight encountered a nasty bit of clear-air turbulence en-route from Vancouver to Sydney. As a result, 37 people were injured, which didn't need to happen at all. So, please keep your seatbelt fastened at all times! … [Read more...] about PSA: Keep Your Seatbelt Fastened at ALL Times