July 25th, 2012 All Nippon Airways begins non-stop service from Seattle (SeaTac) to Tokyo (Narita). Previously set to launch at the end of 2012, the accelerated service will begin with the operation of a Boeing 777-300ER configured with 85 business and 160 economy seats. The Boeing 787 Dreamliner is set to replace Read more…
Frontier is adding a new plane and looking for its next spokes-animal, a choice this important couldn't be done without rigorous auditions. 60 animals already grace the fleet at Frontier, below are two “audition reels” highlighting a few of the 18 animals looking to join their ranks. After watching these amusing Read more…
Airlines already enforce their policies regarding carry-on luggage size, those “size wise” bins are located at almost every gate. In fact, on a recent trip we found one of the ground agents measuring bags that appeared oversized and checking those that didn’t meet the size requirements right at the gate. Read more…
Expanding to the Las Vegas, McCarran Airport is the TSA Pre✓ program. Qualifying flyers on Delta and American Airlines through the D gate will be eligible for expedited screening through the TSA checkpoint. In 2012, the TSA plans to expand the pilot program to Delta flyers at the Minneapolis St. Paul Read more…
A press release from the Port of Seattle announcing the exciting news that Emirates Airlines will start flying direct to Dubai from Seattle. Port of Seattle Welcomes World's Largest International Airline to Sea-Tac Airport Emirates Airlines to Begin Service to Dubai March 1, 2012 (Seattle–September 28, Read more…
American Airlines is currently testing inflight streaming to mobile devices, such as the Ipad, on two of their international flights. This expanded access will allow passengers to view TV and movies on a quality device instead of the in-seat screen which at times may not be the easiest thing Read more…
The below link connects to an airline ancillary fee chart for prices as of 4/18/2011. Most airlines provide exemptions for bag and seat fees for frequent flyer status, or full fare/premium status. This helpful information is provided by the American Society of Travel Agents (ASTA). CLICK HERE or on the Read more…
British Airways World Club (business class) cabin is excellent but what a treat to experience their First Class product on a recent Seattle to London flight. CHECK IN With the dedicated first class line in Seattle, check in was less than 3 minutes and we were off to the lounge Read more…
In one of the more entertaining in-flight safety videos, Richard Simmons keeps you both fit and safe on Air New Zealand. Keep an eye out for a special cameo by Phil Koeghan of Amazing Race, although we find him hard to miss “busting a move” in his yellow bandana. “Stretch Read more…
(June 17, 2010) – Delta Air Lines recently announced a major enhancement of its domestic schedule, with plans to make First Class service available on all domestic flights longer than 750 miles, or about two and one-half hours of flight time, beginning this fall. The enhancement means Delta customers can Read more…