I tried something different in Dubai, spending my extended layover at the Grand Hyatt Dubai rather than in the Emirates Lounge. Grand Hyatt Dubai Review – A Nice Layover Hotel I’ve trained myself to be productive during layovers…it’s generally a time when I can go to a lounge, sit myself down, and get a lot…
My first flight on Air India, onboard a 787-8 in business class, exceeded expectations and was marked by a comfortable seat with warm and friendly service. Even so, there is room for improvement as the carrier seeks to transform itself into a true global competitor. Air India 787-8 Business Class Review This flight was part…
A United Airlines flight attendant claims she was forced to file bankruptcy despite taking on a second and third job due to “abysmal” pay for her work, which led to insurmountable credit card debt. While her story is probably not that simple, there is an element of validity in pointing out the vast difference in…
Halloween, American Airlines style: a 777-300ER diverted to Buenos Aires after both passengers and crew heard “strange” banging sounds coming from the cargo hold while in the air. But after federal police stormed the cargo hold in Buenos Aires, nothing was found… The Eerie Halloween Flight To Nowhere On American Airlines: Unexplainable Banging Noises In…
Icing is one of the most hazardous threats in aviation. Here are the advantages, and disadvantages, of common de-icing equipment.