On Wednesday, a software upgrade caused an Alaska Air ground stop. Thankfully, the cease in system-wide operations was relatively brief, though the repercussions were, understandably, widespread. … [Read more...] about Software Upgrade Caused an Alaska Air Ground Stop
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Hawaiian Passengers Filed Suit to Block Merger with Alaska
Honolulu-based KHON 2 News reported on Monday that a group of Hawaiian passengers filed suit to block merger Alaska Airlines. However, to me, the argument being presented by the plaintiffs is rather weak. Let's discuss. … [Read more...] about Hawaiian Passengers Filed Suit to Block Merger with Alaska
Expect Long TSA Waits at HNL
The Hawaii Department of Transportation is warning travelers departing from Daniel K. Inouye International Airport to expect long TSA waits at HNL. Construction in Terminal 2 has shuttered half of the security lanes available in that area, though no estimate is available for their reopening. … [Read more...] about Expect Long TSA Waits at HNL
Maybe Avoid Kona Airport If You Can
For the second time this year, the Ellison Onizuka International Airport at Keahole had an unscheduled closure. And like the last time, it was due to runway cracking. Again. So, I don't know. Maybe avoid Kona Airport if you can? … [Read more...] about Maybe Avoid Kona Airport If You Can
New for 2024 Mastercard Benefits
Everyone is familiar with credit card benefits from card issuers, such as the Chase Sapphire Reserve's $300 annual travel credits. But card networks also provide benefits, and I'm not talking about concierge services or hotel discounts. So let's go over the new for 2024 Mastercard benefits. … [Read more...] about New for 2024 Mastercard Benefits
Review: Ken’s House of Pancakes (Hilo)
When I was a kid, I LOVED going to Ken's House of Pancakes with my family whenever we visited Hilo. Learning that Mrs. Island Miler has never been, I made it a point to get here during our last trip to the area. Alas, things weren't quite what I remember them to be. … [Read more...] about Review: Ken’s House of Pancakes (Hilo)
Review: Arden Waikiki
With my shift in priorities came, not only a reduction in travel, but a massive scaling back in the amount I dine out. As such, I haven't really been keeping track of restaurant openings. But, Mrs. Island Miler wanted to treat me to a nice night out, and I ended up picking Arden Waikiki. … [Read more...] about Review: Arden Waikiki
Spirit Airlines Defers Deliveries
As we all know, Spirit Airlines has been having a rough go. Their financial performances has not been good for the past several years, and JetBlue's bid to acquire them went down in flames. To help lessen the bleeding, Spirit Airlines defers deliveries of new aircraft and will be furloughing hundreds of pilots later this summer. … [Read more...] about Spirit Airlines Defers Deliveries
Las Vegas May Get Another Airport
Las Vegas is a popular visitor destination and, increasingly, a place for people to call home. As visitor and/or resident numbers continue to climb, infrastructure needs to expand, too. And, apparently, Vegas officials have long been planning for one of their largest pieces of infrastructure to need additional capacity. That infrastructure is, of course, Harry Reid … [Read more...] about Las Vegas May Get Another Airport
Two Local Companies Vie for Lanai EAS
Recently, I reported on how Mokulele had filed to abandon non-subsidized service to Lanai, which invited the attention of Massachusettes-based Cape Air. Well, it turns out they weren't interested, and instead, we're seeing two local companies vie for the Lanai EAS rights. … [Read more...] about Two Local Companies Vie for Lanai EAS