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Air New Zealand is calling on trivia enthusiasts to contribute questions for its popular inflight quiz. This annual tradition engages millions of passengers, challenging their knowledge while flying domestically. The airline is now offering Kiwis the opportunity to submit their most inventive and intriguing questions.
At the beginning of the year, there was concern over the expiration date for Hertz benefits associated with Capital One’s suite of Venture cards. The Venture X card offers Hertz Presidents Club status, while the Venture card provides Five Star status.
United Airlines has introduced a creative solution to enhance the business class experience, utilizing a makeshift 'ice bucket' to keep champagne chilled during flights. This innovation was highlighted by a passenger, Suzanne Brooks, who shared her positive experience on social media.
American Airlines rolled out a new automated phone system this summer, featuring an AI-sounding voice that required customers to listen to a minute-long greeting before proceeding. The system initially did not recognize requests for an "agent" until the greeting was completed.
Southwest Airlines has introduced a new feature for its Companion Pass holders, allowing them to change their designated companion online. Previously, customers had to call the airline to make this change.
Turkish Airlines, based in Istanbul, operates one of the most extensive international networks globally and enjoys a stellar reputation. Despite this, a recent flight experience from Seattle to Istanbul revealed some mixed results.
A passenger's decision to have their 10-year-old child sit alone on flights has sparked significant debate online. The parents claim this practice benefits their son's mental health, despite the controversy it has generated.
The Balboa Island Museum Exhibit at John Wayne Airport takes travelers on a century-long journey through the history of coastal Orange County. The display features scenes of legendary citizens, including John Wayne, Duke Paoa Kahanamoku, Laura Scudder, the Irvine Family, the Beek Family, Walt Disney and Disneyland, and the Nixon Library. These figures have significantly contributed to Orange County culture and impacted life at the beach.
On September 14, 2024, a passenger on an Air Arabia flight from Amsterdam to Morocco resorted to defecating in the forward galley after being informed that the lavatories were unavailable for landing. The incident was reported by A Fly Guy's Crew Lounge on Twitter, highlighting the challenging situation faced by the cabin crew.
The National Right to Work Legal Defense Foundation has issued a special legal notice to approximately 30,000 Boeing employees affected by the strike order from International Association of Machinists (IAM) union officials last week.
Telesat now has all financing sources in place to fund its global Lightspeed Ka-band Low Earth Orbit (LEO) satellite constellation. Management tells Runway Girl Network that the Canadian satellite operator aims to begin satellite launches in “mid-2026” in support of a 2027 go-live date for global services, including inflight connectivity.
United Airlines is set to introduce free Starlink Wi-Fi to its fleet, with the first installations expected next year. This move aims to provide faster and lower latency internet compared to competitors, based on experiences with Hawaiian Airlines and JSX.
The government of Pakistan is making significant efforts to restore permissions for Pakistan International Airlines (PIA) to resume flights to Europe and the U.K. ahead of the carrier's planned privatization.
The hotly anticipated wait for Eutelsat OneWeb Ku-band Low Earth Orbit (LEO) satellite-powered inflight connectivity appears to be nearly over, including in business aviation where service provider Gogo says guidance from the satellite operator sees Eutelsat OneWeb business aviation services, specifically, “slated to be officially live for operators starting Jan. 1, 2025.”
Qatar Airways has significantly increased the surcharges on award redemptions using Avios points, impacting travelers looking to redeem their points for flights. Although the number of Avios points required for these flights remains unchanged, the fees associated with these bookings have escalated.
Delta Air Lines has issued a memo to prospective flight attendant applicants outlining specific appearance requirements for interviews. The document, titled "Appearance Requirements Acknowledgment," emphasizes the importance of wearing “proper undergarments” and ensuring that underwear is not visible to staff.
The CFO of United Airlines hinted at a potential multi-billion dollar stock buyback during his presentation at the Morgan Stanley 12th Annual Laguna Conference on Thursday. This move is expected to align with the airline's financial strategy and leverage goals.
Delta Air Lines President Glen Hauenstein announced plans to add premium seats to planes during his speech at the Morgan Stanley 12th Annual Laguna Conference. He noted a significant shift in profitability, stating, "The biggest money-losing cabin used to be the premium cabins. And after years of reengineering and years of changing policies and moving distribution, improving distribution, now those are the most profitable cabins on the airplane."
Passengers flying with Air Canada can breathe a sigh of relief after the airline reached a last-minute agreement with its pilots, narrowly averting a significant disruption that would have impacted more than 110,000 travelers per day.
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