Cartels Wreak Aviation Havoc in Ecuador, New Schengen Area Countries, and Alaska 737MAX9 Door Gets Scrutiny

Posted by Family Flys Free | Jan 12, 2024 | News | 0

Ecuador Flights Cancelled and Flight Crews Stranded as Drug Cartel Wreaks Havoc – The Bulkhead Seat

I saw this news originally yesterday. It’s incredible that airlines still sent flights, given what is happening. Let’s hope it resolves soon.

Schengen Area Adds Two Countries in 2024 – The Gate

Along with Kosovo, these are two great additions. I can recall seeing the lines and understanding the pain of travel out of Kosovo after visiting a couple years ago.

The “Nuts & Bolts” Of The Missing 737 MAX9 Plug Door – Travel Codex

This is a good read for understanding what happened and what is being investigated. So glad the situation did not end tragically.

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After igniting his passion for award travel while planning his honeymoon, Ian now enjoys using points and miles to see the world with his wife and three internationally adopted kiddos. He loves dissecting loyalty programs to find maximum value. His goal is to demonstrate that extraordinary travel is possible for the ordinary family. When he's not chronicling his latest adventures with his kids, you might catch him musing over the ever-changing travel industry or complaining about the woes of regional flights.