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Paddle Your Own Kanoo

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Independent aviation and passenger experience news by a former flight attendant; covers airline service and customer experience.

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United Airlines Plane Declared a Crime Scene After a Bullet Is Discovered in an Overhead Bin
News•Feb 18, 2026

United Airlines Plane Declared a Crime Scene After a Bullet Is Discovered in an Overhead Bin

United Airlines’ Newark‑based Boeing 737 was grounded on Feb. 17 after a single bullet was found in an overhead bin, prompting investigators to declare the aircraft a crime scene. The flight, UA‑1511 to Miami, was delayed nearly three hours while security teams conducted a full sweep and cleared the cabin. United’s brief statement confirmed the aircraft was cleared and eventually departed, but the unusual find has reignited debate over how small pieces of ammunition can bypass standard screening procedures. The delay also disrupted connections for hundreds of travelers, highlighting how security incidents can ripple through airline schedules.

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United Airlines Flight Attendants Confident They Can Secure Contract Deal Next Month But Still Aren’t Backing Down On Concessions
News•Feb 18, 2026

United Airlines Flight Attendants Confident They Can Secure Contract Deal Next Month But Still Aren’t Backing Down On Concessions

The Association of Flight Attendants representing over 30,000 United Airlines crew members says a contract could be finalized in March, after years of contentious bargaining. United has proposed a compensation package that would make its cabin crew the highest‑paid in...

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Passengers On Flight From Tokyo to Frankfurt Face One Of The Longest Ever ‘Flights to Nowhere’ in 14-Hour Endurance Marathon
News•Feb 17, 2026

Passengers On Flight From Tokyo to Frankfurt Face One Of The Longest Ever ‘Flights to Nowhere’ in 14-Hour Endurance Marathon

ANA’s Flight NH-223 from Tokyo to Frankfurt was forced to turn back after six hours when a Boeing 787-9 reported low oil pressure in one engine while cruising over the Arctic. The aircraft returned to Tokyo, resulting in a 14-hour...

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Delays Could Get Even Worse at Chicago O’Hare After Pilots Told To Refuse Time Saving Trick
News•Feb 17, 2026

Delays Could Get Even Worse at Chicago O’Hare After Pilots Told To Refuse Time Saving Trick

Pilots from major unions are being urged to refuse LAHSO clearances at Chicago O’Hare, a time‑saving runway technique that has raised safety concerns. ORD already struggles with on‑time performance, hovering around a 65% departure punctuality rate, making any operational slowdown...

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United Airlines Opens Once in a Decade Opportunity For Flight Attendants To Move To ‘Dream Location’
News•Feb 14, 2026

United Airlines Opens Once in a Decade Opportunity For Flight Attendants To Move To ‘Dream Location’

United Airlines has announced that its London flight‑attendant base, the only overseas crew hub it still operates, will accept transfer applications for the first time in more than a decade. The opportunity is limited to senior attendants who have waited...

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British Airways Is Now Letting Passengers Know If Wi-Fi Is Not On Their Flight… Why Did It Take So Long?
News•Feb 14, 2026

British Airways Is Now Letting Passengers Know If Wi-Fi Is Not On Their Flight… Why Did It Take So Long?

British Airways has begun sending proactive emails to passengers on long‑haul flights that lack in‑flight Wi‑Fi, giving a six‑hour heads‑up to download work or adjust schedules. The notice is purely informational and will not waive change‑fee penalties for switching to...

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Sean Duffy Orders Airlines to Halt DEI Pilot Hiring Or Face Enforcement Action
News•Feb 13, 2026

Sean Duffy Orders Airlines to Halt DEI Pilot Hiring Or Face Enforcement Action

Transportation Secretary Sean Duffy directed the FAA to issue an Operations Specification that bars U.S. airlines from using diversity, equity and inclusion (DEI) criteria when hiring pilots. The order, framed as a merit‑based safety measure, applies to all Part 121...

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British Airways Quietly Appoints New Head Of Customer Experience And Boy Does She Have Her Work Cut Out
News•Feb 13, 2026

British Airways Quietly Appoints New Head Of Customer Experience And Boy Does She Have Her Work Cut Out

British Airways has quietly installed former Lufthansa executive Victoria Schuster as its new Director of Customer Experience, succeeding Calum Laming who is set to depart. Schuster joins after a rapid rise at Lufthansa, most recently serving as VP of customer...

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Emirates Is Being Thrown Out Of Algeria As Diplomatic Ties Between Algiers And Abu Dhabi Worsen
News•Feb 13, 2026

Emirates Is Being Thrown Out Of Algeria As Diplomatic Ties Between Algiers And Abu Dhabi Worsen

Algeria has begun the formal process of terminating its air services agreement with the United Arab Emirates, effectively expelling Emirates from the market. The move follows a deterioration in diplomatic ties, driven by accusations that the UAE fuels regional discord...

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