Just about anything can cause a plane to be delayed. It can run the gamut from things beyond anyone’s control (i.e., acts of nature such as weather), to mechanical issues, …
Airlines
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As so many people have said in recent years, flying is generally not a pleasant experience for John Q. Public nowadays. Airlines have figured out how to get every penny …
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Airlines
Are Airlines Really Going To Weigh Passengers? FAA Says Probably Not
by SharonKurhegby SharonKurhegA couple of days ago, several news outlets and travel bloggers began reporting that U.S. airlines might begin weighing passengers before they board flights to ensure planes maintain a safe …
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Discounts & Sales
How To Find Airlines’ Promo Codes For Airfare Discounts
by SharonKurhegby SharonKurhegIf you get a plane ticket with frequent flyer miles, your out-of-pocket costs are usually minimal. But if you’re paying for your tickets with money, you want to make sure …
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Discounts & Sales
5 Airlines That Give Discounts To Travelers Based On Age &/Or Membership
by SharonKurhegby SharonKurhegAs travelers reach a certain age, they may be eligible for “senior” rates that they couldn’t get when they were younger. A few bucks off an admission rate, or a …
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There have never been very many ways to get an upgrade on a plane. Back in the “olden days,” you might be able to get upgraded if you had status. …
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Airlines
The Airlines Most Likely To Lose or Mishandle Your Luggage (2021 Update)
by SharonKurhegby SharonKurhegLuggage has been lost and mishandled every since the advent of luggage. Whether it fell off the horse and wagon, got left at the train station by the porter, sunk …
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Airlines
Airlines Re-Introducing Restrictions, Change & Cancellation Fees On Basic Economy Tickets
by SharonKurhegby SharonKurhegThe good times couldn’t last forever (she said, tongue firmly in cheek). Several major airlines have announced they plan to re-introduce restrictions or change fees on basic economy itinerary changes. …
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Transportation Security Administration (TSA)has recently added five more airlines that participate in its expedited screening program. They include: Aerolane Lineas Aereas Nacionales del Ecuador Air Choice One LAN Peru S.A. …
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Points & Miles
The Best, Worst And Most Interesting Airline Loyalty Program Names
by joehegby joehegAirline loyalty programs started in their present form in the 1980s. Airlines asked their advertising firms to come up with names for the new programs. It’s impressive that the first …