TRIP REPORTSAug 12, 2024Flying Transcontinental on the WSJ’s Worst U.S. Airline: JetBlueOn a recent trip to Las Vegas, I flew on JetBlue from the airline’s hub at John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK) in New York City to Las Vegas McCarren International Airport (LAS) to put JetBlue’s transcontinental economy class experience to the test. Read More →
NEWSAug 11, 2024Delta Flight Carrying Carolina Panthers Slides Off Taxiway At Charlotte Airport.According to multiple reports and later confirmed by the team, Delta Airlines flight 8860 ran off the taxiway and went into mud caused by torrential rains in Charlotte. Like most of the East Coast, the Queen City is still dealing with the effects of Tropical Storm Debby.Read More →
STORIESAug 10, 2024The Story of the Death Trap DC-10 AirplaneThe DC-10 has an infamous history of crashing. But is it its own fault? Let's find out.Read More →
INFORMATIONALAug 10, 2024What Does SSSS On My Boarding Pass Mean?SSSS is an abbreviation for "Secondary Security Screening Selection."
This means that you’ve been randomly selected for an additional security screening by the TSA before your flight.
SSSS is part of routine TSA security protocol, which aims to enhance air travel safety. A secondary screening is exactly what it sounds like; it’s another screening beyond what you usually experience when going through security.Read More →
NEWSAug 10, 2024Archer Aviation Announces Massive Los Angeles Electric Air Taxi NetworkThe futuristic world of flying taxis might be closer than we think. Archer Aviation made a huge announcement regarding a planned "air mobility network" coming to the Greater Los Angeles Area in the next two years.
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INFORMATIONALAug 08, 2024How to Conquer Flight and Turbulence AnxietyWhile this may be tough for you, knowing that turbulence is normal during a flight could help alleviate any issues you may face. Turbulence is not only common. It is generally harmless and is only caused by air currents, not a malfunction in the plane. Plus, modern airplanes are designed to deal with turbulence safely.Read More →
NEWSAug 08, 20243 Essential Tips for Surviving Long LayoversLayovers are what to expect when you need to take multiple flights to your destination. Here's how you can survive a lengthy layover and make the best use of your time and resources.Read More →
INFORMATIONALAug 07, 2024First NYC Flights Among Breeze Airways' 18-Route ExpansionBreeze Airways announced its latest network expansion on Wednesday, covering 18 new routes and five new destinations for the carrier, including Breeze's first service in New York City. Read More →
NEWSAug 07, 2024WestJet Grounds 10% of Fleet After Severe Calgary Hailstorm Causes Substantial DamageAn intense thunderstorm that rolled through the Calgary area on Monday night has left large swaths of damage. Broken windows, dented cars, and damage to Calgary International Airport's terminal have been reported.
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INFORMATIONALAug 07, 2024What Is a Red-Eye Flight and Why Do Airlines Operate Them?A red-eye flight is a term that has become synonymous with overnight flights that leave late in the evening and land at their destination early the next morning. They are called “red-eye” because passengers are often tired and have red eyes from lack of sleep or trying to sleep in an uncomfortable position on the plane. Read More →
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