Lots of routes dropping in the coming months, thanks to crew shortages, shifting travel demand and maybe even fleet challenges. Another “mistake” fare scuttled and some talk about cabin density and how that translates to profits, too.
DLD 156: Got Milk Runs?
- August 25, 2017
- Tagged as: Alaska, Alaska Airlines, ANC, Anchorage, AvGeek, podcast, SEA, Seattle, United, United Airlines
Some of the best AvGeek routes in the USA come courtesy of the Alaska Airlines “Milk Run” hops throughout Alaska. Come along for the ride in this week’s episode!
A(nother) loyalty partnership is dying and IATA admits it is slightly less relevant in one area. But plenty of new stuff coming to keep us interested.
Are more electronics bans coming? And why can the general public now buy in on a crazy charter route. More growth at SFO, a whoopsie on Air Force 1 and a Gogo giveaway, too!
DLD 140: Insert Title Here
- May 4, 2017
- Tagged as: 757, 787, Alaska Airlines, dining, Dreamliner, Dubai, JFK, London, merger, PaxEx, Perth, Qantas, United, United Airlines, vaccines, Virgin America
Lots of topics this week but no title for the show…hopefully you’re willing to listen anyways.
Smaller US cities are seeing a resurgence in air service from the major carriers. Plus, Stephan’s favorite restaurant in Berlin is now also Seth’s favorite.
The Delta/Alaska Airlines divorce is final as Alaska secures its future with Virgin America. What does that mean for passengers? Plus Mexico City, Abu Dhabi and Denver all make the show this time around.
Are alliances dead? How many gates is too many to give up to consummate a merger? And just why would Emirates be interested in flying to Buffalo, New York? Listen to the show to find out the answers to these questions and more!
Europe’s aviation market is a bit of a mess, with Monarch on the cusp of closing and Air Berlin making major changes. SPG & Marriott are merged and Fozz books a flight on air!
Has Delta found a new recipe for international growth? Have we discovered the secret to a great stay in the French Quarter? Will a new LCC alliance in Asia make travel even easier? Believe it or not, we’ve got some thoughts on these topics and more in this week’s show.