What is this Lockheed L-1011 TriStar doing on the beach in Cotonou?
When aircraft are no longer wanted, they are usually scrapped with anything recoverable recycled. Some manage to be…
Are British Airways hiding Royal Jordanian Avios awards?
British Airways and Royal Jordanian are oneworld alliance partners. This means BA frequent flyers can redeem Avios points…
Is this the most graphic yet useful airline safety video you’ve ever seen?
Airline safety videos run the gamut from utterly dry and boring to an all singing, all dancing disco…
Should I do the United Airlines island hopper or Emirates first class?
There are a number of famous experiences when it comes to flying. One is the legendary United island…
What were The Flight Detective’s Top 15 articles for 2023?
Each year at this time, I will put together my most viewed articles for the year. I’m a…
Do you prefer airlines to hire-in replacement planes or would you prefer to be re-routed?
Airlines like to schedule their aircraft to fly as much as possible, as this is best economically. Sometimes…
Does your airport close at Christmas? Mine does!
Aviation is a 24 hours per day, seven days a week operation, which means it’s all go all…
Why does everyone think Alaska Airlines will retire the Hawaiian Airlines brand?
There has been much discourse online since Alaska Airlines and Hawaiian Airlines announced their intention to combine. It…
Qantas reveals their Airbus A220-300 seat map – with secret extra legroom seats!
Qantas will be the newest operator of the popular Airbus A220 when the first aircraft is delivered later…
Is it worth being a member of a frequent flyer program with no status?
So, you’re flying with a new airline, have no status with them and in fact, you’re not even…