In its preliminary report, the NTSB says the AS1282 bolts were missing. This corroborates the information revealed by an anonymous Boeing employee last month, citing specific issues related to the production of the aircraft involved - N704AL. … [Read more...] about NTSB Says The AS1282 Bolts Were Missing
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Kilauea Summit Revitalization Project Kicks Off
Six years ago (!!) Kilauea's destructive 2018 Lower Puna Eruption drastically changed Halema'uma'u Crater and, in doing so, irreparably damaged facilities and infrastructure in the area. However, after much planning, a Kilauea summit revitalization project is getting underway to finally remove unsalvagable structures and make general improvements. … [Read more...] about Kilauea Summit Revitalization Project Kicks Off
Amex Remixes Delta Cards
Following the massive changes announced last year, including some that impacted co-brand credit cards, it's hardly unexpected to see yet more SkyMiles-related changes. This time, though, they impact just the cards and Amex Remixes Delta cards with new benefits but also higher annual fees. … [Read more...] about Amex Remixes Delta Cards
Hawaiian Airlines’ 2023 Financial Results
On January 31, Hawaii's hometown airline held its Q4 2023 and full-year earnings call. Unfortunately, Hawaiian Airlines' 2023 financial results weren't good. Of course, we knew this was going to be the case and that they're expected to remain bad for the next few years. … [Read more...] about Hawaiian Airlines’ 2023 Financial Results
Lucrative Marriott Bonvoy Promotion!
The first (to my knowledge) deal of the year is here for the world's largest hotel chain! And, to me, this is a very lucrative Marriott Bonvoy promotion! So, if you're chasing Marriott Bonvoy status, you may want to look into this promotion to give yourself a headstart for the year. … [Read more...] about Lucrative Marriott Bonvoy Promotion!
Hawaiian Surrendered Its Haneda Slots
We just learned about American's win in the battle for Delta's unused Haneda slot. But now, it appears more will become available again as Hawaiian surrendered its Haneda slots. Honestly, I wasn't expecting that, even though doing so makes sense. … [Read more...] about Hawaiian Surrendered Its Haneda Slots
American Got the Haneda Slot
Not long ago, I reported on United and American going after an abandoned Delta Haneda slot. United even went after Hawaiian's under-utilized Haneda slot. Of course both went into the requests full of confidence, but it appears that American got the Haneda slot, not United. … [Read more...] about American Got the Haneda Slot
737 MAX 9 is Cleared to Resume Service
The immediate effects of the AS1282 incident is finally coming to a close for Alaska Air and United Air, at least in the U.S as the 737 MAX 9 cleared to resume service after completing FAA-approved inspections and, if necessary, repairs. Of course, if the aircraft still scares you, the airlines have got you covered. … [Read more...] about 737 MAX 9 is Cleared to Resume Service
Alaska v Hawaiian-First Class Comparison
In my last installment of the series, I'm covering Alaska v Hawaiian-First Class. Admittedly, this is a topic that I have very little experience of my own with. Unlike many of the big-name travel bloggers, I rarely travel in First because I just don't have the points/miles or cash to do so. But it's pretty easy to draw conclusions here. … [Read more...] about Alaska v Hawaiian-First Class Comparison
Hawaiian Boosts Domestic Service for Summer ’24
With Japanese demand continuing to lag far behind pre-pandemic levels, Hawaiian has an abundance of capacity. To make use of this capacity and to, hopefully, shore up its financials, Hawaiian boosts domestic service for summer '24, doubling down on some of its more popular routes. … [Read more...] about Hawaiian Boosts Domestic Service for Summer ’24