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DLD 196: Some long ones

  • June 7, 2018
  • Tagged as: Air France, Bombardier, Brussels Airlines, elite status, EWR, IATA, IATAAGM18, Newark, O'Hare, ORD, PaxEx, PIT, Pittsburgh, PVG, Shanghai, SIN, singapore, singapore airlines, Star Alliance, United, United Airlines
The image shows a Scandinavian Airlines System (SAS) airplane on a runway at an airport. The aircraft is a commercial jet with the airline's logo and name visible on the fuselage and tail. In the background, there are trees, buildings, and various airport structures, including a radar tower. The sky appears overcast.

We mean long routes, not an extra long episode, so don’t worry too much about that. Then again, some of our conversations are pretty long rambles. Enjoy!

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DLD 151: So many misses, most of which are good things

  • July 20, 2017
  • Tagged as: Air Canada, american, American Airlines, AvGeek, Delta, Delta Air Lines, elite status, Etihad, jetblue, Maho Beach, Mosaic, podcast, Qatar Airways, San Francisco, St. Maarten, SXM, TrueBlue, United, United Airlines
A vast field of bright yellow flowers stretches across the image, with a narrow strip of grass and dirt running along the right side. In the background, there are distant mountains, one of which has patches of snow on its peak. The sky above is mostly cloudy.

A near miss at SFO is big news this week, as are missed earnings numbers, status matches and an AvGeek tragedy.

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DLD 131: Domestic Considerations

  • March 2, 2017
  • Tagged as: AAdvantage, business class, elite status, immigration, Norwegian, podcast, United, United Airlines
Aerial view of a coastal landscape featuring white chalk cliffs along the shoreline. The cliffs are adjacent to a body of water, likely the sea, with waves gently lapping at the base. Above the cliffs, there are green fields and a residential area with numerous houses and buildings. The image also captures part of an airplane wing in the foreground, indicating that the photo was taken from an aircraft. The sky is overcast, casting a soft light over the scene.

United has a brand new 77W with fancy new seats in business class. It also is adding a bunch of routes with CRJ-200s on domestic flights. Economy class travel is not so great.

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DLD 128: On the road again, Hamburg edition

  • January 19, 2017
  • Tagged as: American Airlines, Belarus, elite status, Germany, Hamburg, London, podcast, Southwest Airlines
A man is standing next to a glass panel with a neon outline of a reclining figure. The man is smiling and gesturing towards the artwork with both hands. The background includes a room with dark curtains and a reflection of another person taking the photo.

Tradition is important. In this case that tradition is drinking in Europe in the winter. And, as we have for several years now, recording an episode while in various stages of drunkenness. So here’s the…

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DLD120: Who shall fly and who shall fold

  • September 29, 2016
  • Tagged as: A380, Air Berlin, Alaska Airlines, awards, Dubai, elite status, Emirates, Finnair, Hawaiian Airlines, marriott, merger, rewards, singapore, spg, Starwood Preferred Guest, United, United Airlines
The image shows a panoramic view of a cityscape at sunset or sunrise. The skyline is dominated by numerous modern skyscrapers, including a very tall, slender building that stands out prominently. The sky is filled with soft, warm colors from the setting or rising sun, casting a gentle light over the buildings. The city appears to be well-developed with a mix of high-rise buildings and intricate road networks.

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!

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DLD97: Fear or Fun – How do you travel?

  • December 3, 2015
  • Tagged as: American Airlines, DEN, Denver, elite status, Emirates, London, podcast, United Airlines, Virgin America
The image shows the interior of an airplane cabin, specifically the economy class section. The seats are arranged in rows, each equipped with personal entertainment screens. The screens display a welcome message featuring characters from the movie "Minions." Two flight attendants in uniform are standing at the front of the cabin, near the exit door. The cabin is well-lit, and the overall atmosphere appears clean and organized.

Does your travel scare you? Even a little bit?? Should it? Plus, 615 seats on the Emirates A380 and more thoughts on AAdvantage’s changes.

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DLD 96: All the Premiums

  • November 19, 2015
  • Tagged as: American Airlines, Delta Air Lines, elite status, hotels, IHG, Intercontinental Hotel Group, Istanbul, marriott, Porter Air, Premium Economy, spg, Starwood Preferred Guest, Toronto, WOW Air
Alt text: The image shows an interior view of an ancient underground cistern with numerous tall columns supporting a vaulted brick ceiling. The space is dimly lit, highlighting the architectural details and the symmetry of the columns. The atmosphere is serene and historic.

A Premium Economy (almost), potential changes to a premium points program and a premium layover city share the stage in this week’s episode.

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DLD 69: Mr. Tilton, I presume

  • December 11, 2014
  • Tagged as: american, American Airlines, Boston, British Airways, Chile, Cleveland, Delta, Delta Air Lines, elite status, jetblue, Lufthansa, Premium Economy, Qatar, Santiago, United, United Airlines, Upgrade
The image shows an airport gate information display. The display indicates the gate number "C-14" and flight number "UA 847." The destination is listed as "CITY TEST TEST," with a departure time of "8:35 PM." The status of the flight is "ON TIME." The bottom part of the display has the text "STAR ALLIANCE."

Today we’re tackling a serious question from a former UA loyalist who is looking to spread his wings elsewhere. We’ll call him Mr. Tilton to protect the innocent.

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DLD 67: Buy a Virgin, Launch a Veteran

  • November 20, 2014
  • Tagged as: Delta, Delta Air Lines, elite status, first class, jetblue, PaxEx, podcast, Premium Economy, spg, United, United Airlines, Virgin America
The image shows a JetBlue airplane on the tarmac at an airport. The aircraft is painted in a dark blue color with the JetBlue logo prominently displayed on the side. The background includes a view of the airport runway and some buildings in the distance, with a clear sky above.

This episode we look at a new livery celebrating Veterans Day, discuss the lack of creativity from some loyalty programs and discuss whether it is a smart idea to buy a Virgin.

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PointsHoarder 45: Dhaka, Dhaka, Goose!

  • February 20, 2014
  • Tagged as: Biman Bangladesh, Cleveland, Club Carlson, Delta, elite status, Frontier, PaxEx, Qatar, Seattle, Thai Airways, wifi
Aerial view of an airport located on a narrow strip of land surrounded by water. The airport features multiple runways and taxiways, with several airplanes visible on the tarmac. Adjacent to the airport, there is a densely populated urban area with numerous buildings and streets. The water body surrounding the airport is connected to a larger body of water, possibly a bay or harbor.

Welcome to the end of the line for the DC-10. Sort of. Biman Bangladesh Airlines is the only remaining operator of the type for commercial service and they’re finally making the leap into the 21st…

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