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Condor A320 Misses Frankfurt Curfew By Seconds, Denied Landing At 875 Feet
On September 11th, Condor flight DE1809 missed the strict midnight curfew at Frankfurt Airport by mere seconds, adding hours of travel time for its passengers. The plane was forced to abandon its landing at the very last moment and divert to Cologne. It’s not the first time this has happened at a Ge
United Passenger Turns An Empty Exit Row Into His Own Sports Bar—5 Games At Once With Starlink [Roundup]
Three seatback screens, two laptops, five games: a United passenger puts Starlink to work in an empty exit row. Also: British Airways closes its Philadelphia lounge as Amex expands, and Rakuten extends an offer that can return $50 on a $50 purchase.
This Aircraft Just Made A Historic Flight & No One Was Flying It
A converted Cessna Caravan flew 3,199 miles across the US with zero control inputs from the safety pilot on board.
A Kimpton in Bali, new Airbnb features and other hotel news you need to know this week
Here's the hotel news you need to know this week.
The Best Affordable Hotels in Japan, From Historic Tokyo Stays to Kyoto Boutiques
Before you start planning your next visit, consult our list of the cheapest nicest hotels in Japan.
The F-15EX Vs. The F-16: Which Fighter Actually Costs Less To Fly
Comparing the USAF's veteran frontline fighters.
American Airlines Flight Attendant Complains To Delayed Passengers—“I’ve Been Up Almost 24 Hours”
After their first plane returned to Los Angeles, Maui passengers boarded a replacement—and heard a flight attendant say he’d been awake almost 24 hours. He blamed a scheduling mix-up, while a passenger says the crew’s frustration carried into service.
Denver Airport Spent Over $21,000 On A Party For One Employee—$466 Per Attendee [Roundup]
Denver airport spent over $21,000 on one employee’s retirement party for just 45 people—more than $466 per attendee. Also: a Delta Diamond with 10 million SkyMiles eyes United, nearly 40% skip paying at an airport’s honor-system parking lot, and Australia’s card surcharge ban shifts the cost into ad
United's new Wi-Fi status match aimed at Delta: Who's eligible to be Premier?
United Airlines is using Starlink, Elon Musk and in-flight Wi-Fi as flashpoint to poach rivals' elite flyers.
Quarterly statement credits and bonus categories: Your October-December 2026 checklist
Quarterly credit card statement credits: What to use in the fourth quarter of 2026. Keep track of your statement credits and bonus categories to maximize value.
IAG on Proving AI Value Before Scaling It
At IAG, AI proves its value in one airline before the Group expands it. Governance goes in from day one. Ben Dias says that’s what gives the Group confidence to scale across markets and brands.
What to Wear in NYC This Fall for Broadway Shows, SoHo Shopping, and Central Park Strolls
Stylish outfits to wear in the city this fall, according to native New Yorker.
A Fall-Lover's Guide to Visiting Salem, Massachusetts, the US's Real-Life Halloweentown
The historic city turns 400 this year—here's how to experience its milestone fall.
'Delta Is Shaking': United Airlines Confirms New U.S. Route Starting In October After A Six-Year Hiatus - TheTravel
'Delta Is Shaking': United Airlines Confirms New U.S. Route Starting In October After A Six-Year Hiatus TheTravel
Yes, B-1 Lancer Crews Are Now Logging Proficiency Hours In A Honda Business Jet
The USAF outsources flight hours as its fleet languishes in depot.
flydubai Co-Pilot Attacked Captain With Cockpit Axe After Oman Air Grounded Him Over Extremism
A violent cockpit struggle sent the 737 MAX into a terrifying 14,000-foot plunge.
What The 4-Digit Code Every Commercial Aircraft Broadcasts Actually Tells Air Traffic Control
There are only 4,096 possible combinations. Let's see what 7500, 7600, and 7700 mean, and how ATC uses them.
India Now Has a ‘Digital Tourism Stack.’ Can it Fix a Fragmented Market?
India is betting that open digital infrastructure can make its vast, fragmented tourism supply easier to discover, book and eventually surface through AI.
Point.me’s New Tool Finds Award Flights, Transfers Your Points And Books For You [Roundup]
Point.me is offering banks a service that finds award flights, creates loyalty accounts, transfers points and completes bookings for their customers. Also: Seattle–Europe business class for 45,000 Flying Blue miles, a 25% Amex transfer bonus, and an airport parking honor system where nearly 40% don’
My Favorite Airbnb: A Group-Friendly Rincón, Puerto Rico, Home That Felt Like Our Own Slice of Paradise
Inside the dreamy stay with ocean views and pool access.