by admin | Mar 18, 2014
American to replace regional jets with bigger planes between hubs American Airlines said that it will begin flying larger planes between American and US Airways hubs as well as reducing flying by regional carriers. Between Charlotte and Miami, US Airways will add two...
by admin | Mar 17, 2014
12 elevators you need to see to believe A normal elevator ride involves you pushing a button to get to your desired floor and not much else. However, there are 12 elevators around the world that will give you a bit of a thrill. The Gateway Arch, St. Louis, Missouri...
by admin | Mar 14, 2014
A recent news report from CBS noted that the Federal Air Marshal Service (FAMS) was closing six of its field offices. As a member of the flying public, I had forgotten about air marshals. I guess that is good because that means there haven’t been problems. On...
by admin | Mar 14, 2014
Takeoff aborted at Philadelphia International Airport, passenger snaps runway selfie US Airways flight 1702 had to abort its takeoff when a tire blew and the nose gear collapsed. The passengers aboard Flight 1702 heading for Florida were forced to evacuate onto the...
by admin | Mar 13, 2014
A recent survey on the costs of room service found that a club sandwich costs an average of $16. Mac and Cheese might cost upwards of $20, with a glass of milk coming in about the same. Strangely, even with the exorbitant prices, hotels are losing money on room...
by admin | Mar 12, 2014
At time of writing, there are still no answers in the disappearance of Malaysian Air flight 370. But earlier this week, much was made about travelers using stolen passports and that being a potential sign of terrorism. As a travel agent, however, while I haven’t...