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JetBlue Opens Sales for BlueFirst Cabin
Tickets are officially available for JetBlue’s BlueFirst cabin, offering travellers a fresh upfront booking option.
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Monday, Oct 12
American Airlines Targets Flyers with Executive Platinum Match
Targeted travellers can secure Executive Platinum through March 2028 by earning 50,000 Loyalty Points in four months, plus four Flagship Lounge passes.
A Guide to Earning and Redeeming Avianca LifeMiles
A complete guide breaks down the core mechanics of earning Avianca LifeMiles and redeeming them for award travel.
Sunday, Oct 11
American Airlines Plans Massive Admirals Club at Charlotte Hub
American Airlines is planning a huge new Admirals Club lounge at Charlotte Douglas International Airport to address much-needed capacity.
Aegean Updates Air China Earning Rates for Miles+Bonus
Aegean Miles+Bonus is revising mileage accrual rates on Air China flights starting October 12, 2026.
American Expands Starlink to Its Entire Mainline Fleet
American Airlines will add Starlink connectivity across 1,000 mainline aircraft, including long-haul widebodies, starting in early 2027.
Amex Plans Bigger Centurion Lounges at Newark, Heathrow, and Beyond
American Express is adding Centurion lounges at Newark and Heathrow, alongside expansions and temporary closures in Houston and Philadelphia.
The Rise of 'Basic' Business and First Class
A growing number of carriers are introducing unbundled fares across their first, business-class, and premium economy cabins.
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Qantas and Air New Zealand to End Domestic Codeshare in 2027
The domestic codeshare partnership between Qantas and Air New Zealand will conclude on April 7, 2027.
Tuesday, Oct 6
American to Introduce Cash and Miles Bookings
AAdvantage members will soon be able to apply miles toward cash airfare, though the redemption rate may prove underwhelming.
American Relaxes Grab-and-Go Limits at Charlotte Lounge
Travellers passing through American Airlines' Charlotte grab-and-go lounge are no longer restricted to a single food item.
United Targets Delta Elites With Wi-Fi Status Match
United is pitching Premier status to rival frequent flyers, framing onboard Starlink Wi-Fi as the deciding factor.
Flying Qantas A380 First Class From Sydney to Dallas
A transpacific flight puts Qantas first class aboard the Airbus A380 to the test on the long trek to the United States.
Choice Privileges Introduces Free Points Sharing
Members of Choice Privileges can now transfer points to other accounts at no cost.
British Airways Plans Ground Upgrades Across Heathrow Terminals
Terminal 5 gets a dedicated C-gates lounge and a refreshed arrivals space, alongside a shared First Class check-in area at Terminal 3.
When to Book Holiday Flights, According to Google Data
Historical averages pin the lowest holiday airfares weeks ahead, though holding out for price drops carries real risk.
British Airways Plans A380 Overhaul and New Heathrow Lounge
British Airways is updating its Airbus A380 fleet with fresh cabins across all four classes, alongside a new lounge at London Heathrow.