Enhanced Security Measures Implemented on US Bound Flights by Sam Helmy October 27, 2017 18 This year aviation security has been dominated by the US Electronics Travel Ban, which came to an end last July. As of Thursday, October 25, 2017, new security procedures have been implemented globally on all flights heading to the US. Airlines that fail to comply with the new security screening procedures fully will face a return of the electronics ban.
Redeem Defunct Air Berlin Miles for Travel on Etihad by Sam Helmy October 25, 2017 34 If you have a pile of miles in the Air Berlin Topbonus program, Etihad has thrown you a lifeline as you can redeem Topbonus miles for flights on Etihad. The offer covers travel through March 28, 2018. We've got a screen grab for the promotion as well in case it disappears online.
Delta Global Upgrades Now Valid on Aeromexico by Sam Helmy October 17, 2017 4 Delta has announced that its regional and global upgrades for Platinum and Diamond Medallion members can now be used on Aeromexico.
Lufthansa Buys up More Than Half of Air Berlin by Sam Helmy October 16, 2017 28 Air Berlin has confirmed that a deal has been struck with Lufthansa, for the sale of more than half of the company to the German aviation giant.
United Re-Introduces Singapore Award Redemptions Online by Sam Helmy October 14, 2017 29 United has reintroduced booking Singapore awards online, which is long overdue after it suspended the option back in 2013.
Easy Companion Pass for California Residents by Sam Helmy October 13, 2017 28 If you live in California and you want unlimited BOGO (Buy One Get One) flights you are in luck!
5,000 Bonus Hilton Honors Points for Co-Brand Credit Cardholders by Sam Helmy October 13, 2017 22 Hilton is running a promotion for holders of its co-branded credit cards from both American Express and Citi. With this promotion, you can earn 5,000 Hilton bonus points after completing two stays between October 1, and December 31, 2017.
Air Berlin’s Final Day Confirmed by Sam Helmy October 13, 2017 35 Air Berlin’s death throws are finally coming to an end, with news reports in both Reuters and Bloomberg confirming that the airline is to cease all flight operations on October 28, 2017.
Double Avios With British Airways Until the End of the Year by Sam Helmy October 11, 2017 30 British Airways is running a promotion that will let you earn double base Avios on flights through December 31, 2017. This is the first double Avios promotion this year, with previous BA double Avios promotions, being for shopping through their online portal. FYI, this promotion is not valid for Executive Club members based in the US, Mexico, Canada, or South Africa.
Ryanair Fiasco Leads to Possible $1.3 Billion Compensation Bill by Sam Helmy October 8, 2017 49 The Ryanair flight cancellation fiasco could probably result in a bill of $1.3 billion for the company. So far Ryanair has canceled over 20,000 flights affecting more than 750,000 travelers.
Wizz Air Introduces Anonymous Booking by Sam Helmy October 3, 2017 39 Yes, Wizz Air is a real airline and they've come up with a cool way to secure a flight without requirement for all names on a multi-person booking
US President Alters & Extends Travel Ban by Sam Helmy October 2, 2017 20 On Sunday, September 24, 2017, President Trump signed a proclamation extending the travel ban he signed in June this year. In addition to extending the ban indefinitely, the new proclamation added countries to the list, and made some other important changes.
