Summary List Placement The process of air travel has evolved greatly throughout COVID-19, and some organizations have taken this evolution one step further by creating renderings of completely redesigned airplane cabins for an international contest. Before the COVID-19 pandemic first began, these organizations — which include the likes of Airbus, the University of Cincinnati, and …
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JetBlue Sets New Mint Route Launch
MIAMI – JetBlue (B6) has confirmed that the airline’s brand new Mint product will begin service on June 1 from New York’s JFK Airport (JFK) to Los Angeles (LAX). The inaugural flight will take off from JFK at 10:30 EST and will land in Los Angeles at 13:51 EST. Additional services with the new mint …
REX accuses Qantas Group of capacity dumping
Qantas is sending in “all the cavalry” to attack REX claims its deputy chairman John Sharp. “It reminds me of the bitter war between Qantas CEO Alan Joyce and then Virgin Australia boss John Borghetti that led to the biggest loss in Qantas’s history and the beginning of the end of Virgin.” “At the time …
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Qantas pomises more cheap fares as domestic recovery soars
More cheap fares are promised as Qantas declares its back to 90 per cent of pre-COVID-19 domestic demand with the opening of a two-way travel bubble with New Zealand helping keep the airline’s recovery on track. In an ASX update, Qantas said its short-term strategy remains to generate positive cash flow rather than returning to …
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Frontier Airlines Returns to Anchorage, Durango After 7 Years
MIAMI – Ultra-low-cost carrier Frontier Airlines (F9) has announced it will start services to Anchorage (ANC) and Durango (DRO), after being absent from these markets for seven years. As stated in a company press release made public on April 13, the new destinations are part of Frontier’s “expansion of summer 2021 service,” with a total …
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15 Airbnbs across the US with incredible kitchens and dining perks that foodies will love
Summary List Placement As a food blogger and freelance travel writer, I’ve been visiting and covering foodie destinations for almost a decade. Naturally, my trips revolve around checking out the best spots to eat, but equally important is where to stay. Private Airbnb homes promote social distancing and make it easy to live like …
15 dreamy desert homes on Airbnb across the US for seclusion, solitude, and stargazing
Summary List Placement Think of the last time you looked up and saw a pitch-black sky speckled with stars. If a recent evening doesn’t come to mind, you’re due for a stay in a remote desert town where stargazing and solitude are a nightly spectacle. Desert landscapes also offer unrivaled hikes, historical landmarks, artisanal …
Southwest just devalued its points without warning — here’s how much more you’ll pay for award flights
Summary List Placement Southwest devalued its points overnight without notifying its loyalty program members in advance. Your Rapid Rewards points are now worth about 0.1 cents less apiece than they were previously. This isn’t a massive devaluation, but it’s disappointing news for Southwest frequent flyers. Read Insider’s guide to the best travel rewards credit cards. …
Blade Urban Air Mobility Goes Electric with Beta Alia Aircraft
MIAMI – Blade Urban Air Mobility has entered into a firm agreement with Beta Technologies for the supply of 20 Beta Alia EVA (Electric Vertical Aircraft) as a replacement for helicopters flown for urban commuting in highly congested ground routes. This firm order makes Blade the first-ever passenger carrier using a Beta Alia EVA aircraft. …
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16 of the best Airbnbs near wineries in the US from Napa to the North Fork
Summary List Placement Anyone who’s ever visited a winery knows that it’s all-too-tempting to linger in those beautiful settings. So, why not stay? Find yourself a cozy base camp and spend a few days exploring the vineyards and tasting the local wines. Though many wineries initially switched to virtual tastings due to the pandemic, …
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Ryanair to Receive Boeing 737 MAX 8200 in a Few Days
LONDON – Ryanair (FR) is set to receive its first Boeing 737 MAX 8200 after a two-year delay due to the type’s ban imposed by the FAA and EASA. Just a week ago, the European Security Agency EASA certified the high-density variant of the Boeing 737 MAX 8, which includes an added safety door in …
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FAA Issues NPRM Due to Bad Boeing 777 Rivet Heads
MIAMI – The Boeing 777 is back in the news this week and it’s all due to missing rivet heads mentioned in a new FAA airworthiness directive (AD). In a Notice of proposed rulemaking (NPRM) this week, the FAA states, “The FAA proposes to adopt a new AD for all The Boeing Company Model 777 …
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Cruise lines and Florida are on track for a standoff over COVID-19 vaccine requirements
Summary List Placement Florida and cruise companies could be locked in a battle over vaccine requirements as the state puts a ban on vaccine passports while cruise lines continue to mandate the jabs for passengers and crew. On April 2, Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis issued an executive order banning vaccine passports and local businesses from …
France Stops All Flights from Brazil
MIAMI – To contain the possible spread of the Brazilian variant of Covid-19, the French Government has banned all flights from Brazil. The ban has been acted by a decree published on the Official Journal today. An exception is made for cargo flights, so to ensure free movement of freight. Special repatriation flights, either direct …
Qantas to bring back its Airbus A380s
Qantas expects to have all its 12 Airbus A380 jumbos back in service by 2024 but has left the hangar door open to bring them back sooner. Speaking at CAPA Online Live Forum Qantas chief executive Alan Joyce said “we think we will reactivate all of the A380s. We have spent a lot of money …
Superb new books celebrate the era of airline tickets
Two superb new books celebrate the era of colorful airline tickets which had pages and pages of coupons for each sector. Paper flight tickets have existed for almost one hundred years. In 2008, they became history and the new books – Tickets Please and More Tickets Please – pay homage to their glory. Since scheduled …
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United Airlines launches ECO-Skies Alliance
United Airlines is launching an ECO-Skies Alliance working with more than a dozen leading global corporations that will collectively contribute towards the purchase of approximately 3.4 million gallons of sustainable aviation fuel (SAF) this year. With its nearly 80 per cent emissions reductions on a lifecycle basis compared to conventional jet fuel, this is enough …
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Airlineratings talks international travel bans on Skynews
Airlineratings.com Editor-in-Chief Geoffrey Thomas has been interviewed on Skynews about the opening of international borders from Australia. See the interview here; Mr. Thomas said that Australia is going to have “travel bubbles like the one with New Zealand which starts on April 19. “We’re also going to have travel corridors,” Mr. Thomas told Sky News. …
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Love aircraft? You will love this stunning video.
Ever wonder who captures those great air-to-air of aircraft that you see in movies and on TV commercials. Well, have a look at this showreel from Wolfe Air. Since the 1980′s Wolfe Air has offered a wide variety of aircraft equipped with state of the art aerial camera systems to capture the perfect shots. Every …
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The 11 best hotels in San Diego for couples, families, business travelers, luxury, and more
Summary List Placement With picturesque beach resorts, contemporary downtown hotels, and intimate Spanish-inspired bungalows, San Diego’s hotels are as varied and exciting as the city itself. Whether your visit is for business, golf, world-class spas, the beach, or, of course, Comic Con, there’s a hotel that will meet your needs. To highlight the hotels …
Chase United Quest Card review: A great pick for United flyers with money-saving perks like 2 free checked bags
Table of Contents: Masthead StickySummary List PlacementNew United Quest℠ Card Review: Is the Chase United Quest the best credit card for you? If you fly United Airlines, even just a couple of times a year, the New United Quest℠ Card should be on your radar. This brand-new card is the latest addition to Chase’s United …
Itapemirim Transportes Aereos Certification Flights
MIAMI – Itapemirim Transportes Aereos (K9) is performing a come back in the Brazilian market, starting an extended program of certifications flights that, according to IG.com.br website, began on April 12 and are set to continue up to April 15. A total of 13 flights are performed under the supervision of the Brazilian Civil Aviation …
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The 10 best hotels in Miami, including in South Beach, Miami Beach, and Brickell
Summary List PlacementTable of Contents: Masthead Sticky With warm sunshine, vibrant art and culture, a buzzing dining scene, and yes, stunning beaches, visiting Miami is always a good idea. While it used to be the case that the city’s best hotels were relegated to trendy South Beach, that’s hardly the case anymore — though, …
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JetBlue Expands Codeshare Agreement with Qatar
MIAMI – In a press release today, JetBlue (B6) announced it is expanding its international codeshare with Qatar Airways (QR). The agreement will offer customers more ways to book travel to international destinations aboard the global partner airline. Customers can book the new codeshare flights starting today on jetblue.com for travel beginning April 19. As …
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On Board Southwest Airlines’ Santa Barbara Inaugural Flight (+Photos)
MIAMI – Yesterday, the no-frills Southwest Airlines (WN) first Boeing 737 aircraft touched down in Santa Barbara, carrying the inaugural load of passengers from Las Vegas. Airways had the opportunity to be at the celebration and on board the inaugural one-hour and 15-min flight to Santa Barbara. With the new route, WN is poised to …
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Airbus A321XLR Conquers Major Milestone
MIAMI – Airbus teams have achieved a milestone in the development of the A321XLR with the shipment of the first Centre Wing Box (CWB) to Hamburg, Germany. Airbus teams in Nantes, France, delivered the first A321XLR’s CWB 16 months after machining the first metal cuts. As a general practice, Airbus Beluga will transport the CWB …
Former FDA commissioner says cruises could be a ‘lower risk endeavor’ compared to other travel
Summary List Placement Cruising could be a “lower risk” travel option compared to other alternatives, such as overseas vacations, Scott Gottlieb, the former US Food and Drug Administration commissioner, said on CNBC’s “Squawk Box” on April 9. Many major cruise lines have created robust health and safety protocols to make the return of sailing safer …