Dots, Lines & Destinations

The image shows Wat Arun, also known as the Temple of Dawn, located in Bangkok, Thailand. The temple's central spire (prang) is prominently featured, surrounded by smaller spires. The temple complex is situated along the Chao Phraya River, with a dock and several boats visible in the foreground. The area is adorned with flags, including the Thai national flag. The sky is overcast, and there are trees and other structures within the temple grounds.

DLD 180: Engines Turn Or Podcast Speaks

No, that's not really what ETOPS stands for but with the rash of engine issues in the past week we couldn't help talking about them. Etihad cuts, Air India's sale plans and American Airlines' employees have a lot to say to their company. Come listen!Read more
February 15, 2018
The image shows a view of an airport runway from the perspective of an aircraft on the ground. The runway is marked with large white numbers "25" and the letter "C" indicating the runway designation. The runway extends into the distance with lights along the edges and centerline. The surrounding area is flat with grassy fields and some airport infrastructure visible in the background under a cloudy sky.

DLD 176: Slip sliding away off the runway

An airplane leaving the runway unexpectedly is never a good thing. Fortunately no injuries in this crazy story out of Turkey. Also, Alitalia is still looking for a savior and Azores Airlines now is as well. New uniforms, a giant cargo flight and more! Read more
January 18, 2018
A close-up image of a train ticket and a passport. The train ticket is for a journey from Chengdu South (Chengdunan) to Leshan, scheduled for November 12, 2017, at 09:32 AM. The ticket price is ¥51.0, and the seat number is 02 Car 15B. The background shows a blurred electronic departure board with red and yellow lights.

DLD 174: New year, new rules, new programs

Welcome to 2018, where hotel loyalty programs are updating their rules and one is starting over completely. A late 2017 bankruptcy is finally getting resolved and new seats are coming (yes, slimlines) to a major European airline. And somehow we're still relatively optimistic about the whole thing.Read more
January 4, 2018
The image shows a view from an airplane window, looking out over an airport runway. The wing of the airplane is visible on the left side of the image. On the ground, there is a large red and white sign that reads "RWY AHEAD" and "12-30 J." The background features a grassy area, some buildings, and a partly cloudy sky.

DLD 172: Ready. ATL. FIRE!

Fire in Atlanta, new flights to Tahiti and a hundred new A321s for Delta. Plus LCC flat beds and A310s disappearing. C'mon in for a(nother) fun episode!Read more
December 21, 2017

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