John King
Joined Feb 5, 2024
Article
about 15 hours ago
Barcelona El Prat Airport Flooded
Downpours caused major disruptions at Barcelona El Prat Airport where water has been seen pouring through the T-1 terminal ceiling and flooding the runway. Passengers had no choice but to wade through pools of water.
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2 days ago
‘Australia-North Pacific Connector Contract for Nauru Airlines
Nauru Airlines has secured a new agreement with the Australian Government, extending targeted support for an additional year until 31 October 2025 as the airline strengthens its ‘Australia-North Pacific Connector’ route.
Editorial
3 days ago
Thai Airways Economy Review
Thai Airways Economy Review
Article
9 days ago
My farewell flight on the Boeing 717
Just days before the airline made their final 717 boarding call, I flew on the venerable type between Sydney and Canberra.
Article
14 days ago
SriLankan Airlines’ Safety Rating: A Swift Change and a Return to 7 Stars
After a thorough review and prompt response from Sri Lankan airlines, the rating has been restored to 7 out of 7 stars, acknowledging SriLankan Airlines’ commitment to addressing the incident with transparency and urgency.
Editorial
14 days ago
Emirates 'new' 777 Review
<p>Emirates is rolling out upgraded Boeing 777 interiors featuring an A380-style Business Class, new Premium Economy, and improved Economy Class. We took a test flight in Business Class.</p><p>With 123 Boeing 777s in service, Emirates operates the world's largest fleet. The 777-300ER will remain central to the fleet until the delayed 777-9 arrives in 2026, alongside the A380.</p><p>Previously, the 777s had an outdated 2-3-2 Business Class layout with angled lie-flat beds. Now, Emirates is updating 81 of its 777s. The first revamped planes started flying in August 2024 to destinations like Geneva, Tokyo, and Zurich, with Chicago and Boston added later this year.</p><p>Each aircraft's in-house upgrade takes two weeks, but Emirates hasn't specified when all 81 will be completed. By late October, six 777s had been refurbished.</p>
Article
16 days ago
Virgin Dream Sale
Virgin Australia is offering travelers the chance to finally take that dream vacation with a massive network-wide sale. For one week only, over a million discounted fares are available, starting at just $49*.
Article
21 days ago
TAP PORTUGAL SAFETY
For TAP Air Portugal, ISASI 2024 was an opportunity to showcase its commitment to safety innovation and reinforce its leadership in the field. “Sharing our findings with the industry strengthens TAP’s position as a front-runner in using flight data to enhance safety and operational efficiency,
Article
21 days ago
Safety Rating Change for Asiana Airlines
Asiana Airlines has seen a significant boost in its safety rating, jumping from a 2/7 to an impressive 6/7 on AirlineRatings.com.
Editorial
22 days ago
AirAsia Indonesia Review
<p>Flying from Perth to Bali leaves you with a handful of budget airline choices: Batik Air, Citilink, Jetstar, and AirAsia. These no-frills airlines will get you there without requiring you to take out a second mortgage, but you’ll need to pay extra for any luxuries—like checked bags, meals, picking your seat and even drinking water. It's all part of the budget airline charm, right?</p><p>Having been let down by Jetstar before (delays and a general lack of enthusiasm for actually flying on time), I decided to try my luck with AirAsia. Let’s just say it didn’t turn out too badly.</p><p>Read the full review below or watch the four minute video review here. </p><iframe src="https://www.youtube.com/embed/4Bnpwu9cXMI" title="YouTube" frameborder="0" allow="accelerometer; autoplay; clipboard-write; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture; web-share" allowfullscreen="true" data-provider="youtube"></iframe>
Article
23 days ago
Top 10 USA Airline Loyalty Program Revealed
To help travelers, point.me analyzed over 60 frequent flyer programs, evaluating how easily miles can be earned through non-flight activities, the value of those miles, booking ease, award availability, routing flexibility, and customer service quality.
Article
23 days ago
Top Airline Loyalty Programs: Who Rewards Best Revealed
Airline loyalty programs are multi-billion dollar industries, yet surprisingly, most points earned and spent on flights come from non-flying sources, like credit card programs. The revenue airlines gain from credit card partnerships significantly outweighs the profits from flight operations. So, which airline offers the best rewards program in each region?
Article
28 days ago
Safeguarding Civil Aviation: A Critical Priority in Times of Conflict
The International Air Transport Association (IATA) has issued a statement urging governments to prioritize the protection of civil aviation, including airports and air navigation infrastructure, during conflicts.
Article
30 days ago
Spirit Airlines Faces Major Financial Crisis Amid Bankruptcy Talks
Reports suggest the struggling airline is in discussions regarding a potential bankruptcy filing. The airline has cut more routes entering the holiday season
Article
30 days ago
Low Cost Airline Safety Downgrade
T’way Air, a low-cost Korean carrier, has seen its safety rating downgraded from 7 to 4 by AirlineRatings.com following a series of operational and safety violations.
Article
about 1 month ago
Another Airline Says Goodbye
One of the world's oldest airlines is set to shut down after nearly a century of service.
Article
about 1 month ago
Qatar Airways Acquires 25% Stake in Virgin Australia: A Game-Changer for Australian Aviation?
The partnership between Virgin Australia and Qatar Airways is set to strengthen with Qatar Airways Group's announcement of plans to acquire a 25% minority equity stake in Virgin Australia
Article
about 1 month ago
New Airline Launches Amid El Al's Controversy
Israel's aviation sector is undergoing a period of significant changes amidst a war environment with a new airline and record profits for the flag carrier.
Editorial
about 1 month ago
Review: Fiji Airways ATR42-600
Domestic flights in Fiji are like steping back in time. Heres our review from Suva to Nadi on the ATR 42
Article
about 1 month ago
The Quietest Aircraft Cabins
Airbus has led the way in quiet cabins with the A380 and A220 emerging as the quietest passenger planes in their respective classes.
