Suites and Lobbies
Video Review: Alaska Airlines 3 Lounges At Seattle-Tacoma Airport
I recently had the chance to explore the Alaska Airlines lounges at the Seattle-Tacoma Airport, and I must say, they offer quite a range of experiences. In this video, I’ll walk you through each lounge, located in the C Concourse, D Concourse, and the North Satellite, sharing my thoughts and...
Sam Chui
Top 10: World’s Largest Airlines by Capacity Q1 2024
In this article, we reveal the top 10 airlines of Q1 2024 by region, based on Available Seat Miles (ASMs), number of flights, and seats offered. Note that the airlines are ranked using Available Seat Miles (ASMs) as the primary metric, according to data from CIRIUM. ASMs offer a comprehensive...
Sam Chui
FAA Increasing Oversight of United Airlines, May Restrict New Routes and Projects
The Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) is increasing its oversight of United Airlines in the wake of recent safety incidents. This includes reviewing processes, manuals, and facilities, to assess compliance with safety regulations. Even though the airline declined to comment, the FAA is reportedly considering preventing the carrier from adding new...
Sam Chui
Malaysia Airlines Unveils New Airbus A330neo Cabin
Malaysia Airlines has unveiled a new cabin for its upcoming Airbus A330neos. Scheduled to enter service later in November this year, the A330-900 will feature new Business Class and Economy Class seats. The new Business Class cabin will feature the carrier’s first Business Class seats with individual privacy doors, while...
Sam Chui
Korean Air and Japan Airlines Orders 54 Airbus A350s
Korean Air and Japan Airlines have announced plans to introduce Airbus A350s. Korean Air will purchase 33 A350s whereas Japan Airlines has also announced the purchase of 21 Airbus A350-900, along with 11 A321neo aircraft, and 10 Boeing 787 aircraft, as part of its fleet renewal plan. Korean Air Orders...
Sam Chui
New Airline: BBN Airlines Indonesia
BBN Airlines Indonesia, a subsidiary of Avia Solutions Group, the world’s largest ACMI provider (aircraft, crew, maintenance, and insurance) was established in 2022. Operating from Soekarno-Hatta International Airport, Indonesia. The airline was granted a cargo Airline Operator Certificate (AOC) on August 31, 2023, for two B737-800BCF aircraft. ACMI is considered...
Sam Chui
World’s Most Punctual Airlines in February 2024
In this article, we reveal the top 10 airlines that offered the best on-time performance in February 2024, according to CIRIUM. *Note that for a flight to be on time, it must arrive at the gate within 15 minutes. Top 10 Global Airlines for On-Time Performance Aeromexico emerged as the...
Sam Chui
An ‘Almost New’ Ex-VIP Boeing 787 Will Be Scrapped For Spare Parts
This Boeing 787-8 will become the third-ever commercial aircraft of the type to be dismantled. The post An ‘Almost New’ Ex-VIP Boeing 787 Will Be Scrapped For Spare Parts appeared first on SamChui.com.
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CEO Talks: SWISS CEO Dieter Vranckx on Fleet Planning and New Routes
Currently, the flag carrier in Switzerland working to extend the operation of its Airbus A320ceo fleet to cover groundings related to Pratt & Whitney GTF engine issues, while also looking at the future of its long-haul fleet with the A350-1000 a potential candidate to join one day. “Regarding the A320ceo...
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Video Walkthrough: Presidential Suite at Hyatt Regency Sukhumvit Bangkok
This suite is huge and beautiful with panoramic views of Bangkok - it even has a treadmill!! The post Video Walkthrough: Presidential Suite at Hyatt Regency Sukhumvit Bangkok appeared first on Will Run For Miles.
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Qatar Airways CEO Teases New First Class and Aircraft Order
In an exclusive interview with CNBC, Qatar Airways CEO, Badr Mohammed Al Meer, said that the carrier plans to launch a new First Class cabin. In addition, the Gulf carrier has also sent out a Request for Proposal (RFP) to Airbus and Boeing for a large aircraft order First Class...
Sam Chui
Virgin Atlantic 50% off Award Ticket to the US from 5,000 Miles
Note: These are time-sensitive deals, therefore, promotional award tickets are subject to availability due to limited seat capacity. Virgin Atlantic Flying Club is currently offering a great sale for reward flights, on routes to and from the United States at a flat 50% discount when you book tickets using Virgin points....
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Check out the video of Cathay Pacific’s new Aria Suite business class… what do you think?
Always considered one of the world’s best airlines, Cathay Pacific has had a rough time of it over the past few years. All that seems to be in the past now, with the airline announcing both a US$1.3 billion profit, its highest since 2010, and the unveiling of the new...
Sam Chui
At Least 50 Injured on LATAM Flight to Auckland
On 11th March 2024, at least 50 passengers and crew members were injured on a LATAM Boeing 787 bound for Auckland. The B787 reportedly experienced severe turbulence due to a sudden drop in altitude en route.  The Boeing 787-9 with registration CC-BGG was operating flight LA800 from Sydney to Auckland....
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United B737 MAX Veers Off Runway with Gear Collapsed
On 8th March 2024, a United Airlines Boeing 737 MAX suffered a landing gear collapse on landing at Houston Intercontinental Airport, causing it to veer off the runway. The Boeing 737 MAX 8 with registration N27290 was performing flight UA2477 from Memphis to Houston Intercontinental with 160 passengers and 6 crew...