Report: Spirit Airlines On Verge Of Liquidation, Could Happen Within Days
Bloomberg reports Spirit Airlines may liquidate within days, according to anonymous sources. The ultra‑low‑cost carrier, already in its second Chapter 11 filing, has lost billions since the pandemic and faces soaring fuel costs after a failed JetBlue merger. Its turnaround plan to shrink into profitability proved unrealistic, and the Iran‑related oil price shock further eroded margins. If liquidation proceeds, competitors such as JetBlue could capture its market share.
JetBlue Founder Predicts Bankruptcy For Struggling Airline In Leaked Recording
JetBlue founder David Neeleman told pilots at his new airline Breeze that the carrier’s $9 billion debt and a projected $1.3 billion loss could push it into bankruptcy. He highlighted that JetBlue is paying roughly $600 million in interest, potentially climbing to $800 million,...
Oman Adds Negative HIV Requirement For Tourists From One Country
Oman has introduced a new entry requirement that all Filipino nationals must present a negative HIV test result before boarding a flight to the Sultanate. The rule, reflected in airline booking systems, applies to both tourists and workers despite Oman’s...
Pilots “Meow” & “Ruff,” Anger Air Traffic Control: “This Is Why You Still Fly An RJ”
Pilots of two regional jets at Washington National Airport were captured on a viral audio clip making "meow" and "ruff" noises over the ATC frequency. An air traffic controller interrupted, labeling the behavior unprofessional and demanding they stop. The incident,...
Air France-KLM Flying Blue Adds Choice Benefits, Offering Bonus Miles & Status
Air France‑KLM’s Flying Blue program has introduced Choice Benefits, a tiered reward system that activates at 450, 600 and 750 UXPs (experience points earned on Air France or KLM). Members can select bonus miles, extra XP, gift status upgrades or...
Etihad Massively Expands Mainland China Flights, Goes From One Route To Six
Etihad Airways is expanding its mainland China network from a single destination to six, increasing weekly frequencies from seven to 35 flights. The airline will launch five new routes—Shanghai, Guangzhou, Hangzhou, Chengdu and Shenzhen—between October 2026 and March 2027, all...
Today Only: Up To 4x Bonus Airline Miles On Apple Purchases
A limited‑time promotion lets shoppers earn 3.5‑4 times the usual airline miles on Apple purchases through four major airline shopping portals. Alaska Atmos Rewards and American AAdvantage provide the most valuable mileage rates, while Delta SkyMiles and United MileagePlus also participate....
Luxury Hotel Spas & Happy Ending Massages: Common? Problematic?
A guest at a Four Seasons resort in Asia reported being offered a $88 "happy ending" massage, suggesting that front‑desk staff may be complicit. The article explores how such services vary by region, noting that Asian markets often treat them...
Virgin Atlantic Free Starlink Wi-Fi Coming Soon, Fleetwide By 2027
Virgin Atlantic has accelerated its rollout of free Starlink Wi‑Fi, beginning installations on A350 aircraft in May 2026 and targeting full fleet coverage—including A330neos and 787s—by the end of 2027. The service will be complimentary for Flying Club members and...
Hah: Spanish Airline Volotea Charges For Fuel After You Book Your Ticket
Spanish low‑cost carrier Volotea introduced a “Fair Travel Promise” that lets it adjust ticket prices up to €9 (about $9.80) per flight seven days before departure to reflect real‑time fuel costs. The surcharge is applied only if oil prices rise,...
Lufthansa Pilot Strike Will Largely Ground Airline For Two Days (Again)
Lufthansa, marking its 100th anniversary, faces a second pilot walkout in a month as the Vereinigung Cockpit union calls a two‑day strike from April 13‑14, 2026, covering Lufthansa mainline, CityLine, and Cargo pilots. Eurowings pilots will strike on April 13...
A “Luxury” Hotel Without Room Service: Unusual Or The Norm?
The 528‑room Royal Hawaiian in Waikiki, part of Marriott’s Luxury Collection, does not offer any in‑room dining or traditional room service, directing guests to order through external delivery apps that must be picked up at the lobby. This omission is...
Guide To Delta SkyMiles Lifetime Million Miler Status
Delta revamped its SkyMiles lifetime elite program in 2024, shifting qualification to miles actually flown on Delta rather than all Medallion Qualifying Miles. The new structure awards lifetime Gold at one million miles, Platinum at two million, Diamond at three...
JetBlue TrueBlue Adds Surcharges On United Awards, Setting Bad Precedent
JetBlue has begun applying carrier‑imposed fuel surcharges to United award tickets redeemed through its TrueBlue program, raising the out‑of‑pocket cost of international flights by $200‑$260 per one‑way segment. The surcharge applies only to United’s long‑haul routes, such as Newark‑London and...
More Air Canada Cafes Open In Montreal & Vancouver, Bringing Network To Six
Air Canada has expanded its grab‑and‑go lounge concept, opening a second Air Canada Café at both Vancouver International Airport and Montreal‑Trudeau Airport. The Vancouver café adds 84 seats across 4,489 sq ft in Concourse C, while the Montreal location offers 62 seats within...
