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DLD 158: Backing off Basic + LCC Cash Concerns

  • September 7, 2017
  • Tagged as: A350, A350 XWB, Airbus, Delta, Delta Air Lines, economy class, Gatwick, JFK, LCC, LGW, London, Norwegian, Trip Report, United, United Airlines
Alt text: A digital map display shows the flight path of a Norwegian Air Shuttle plane over a detailed map of the UK. The plane is depicted with a graphic of a person on its tail. The map highlights various cities and towns including Worcester, Cheltenham, Gloucester, Swindon, Newport, Cardiff, Bristol, Bath, and Yeovil. The display also indicates the time to destination as 28 minutes and the distance to destination as 177 miles.

Come fly across the Atlantic with the crew on an LCC (in Y!) and talk about United’s newly revised A350 order, the evolution of Basic Economy and many US airlines scaling back revenue hopes for 2017.

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DLD 157: Long lines on the ground and in the air

  • August 31, 2017
  • Tagged as: Allegiant, London, PaxEx, PIT, Pittsburgh, podcast, Qantas, Southwest, Southwest Airlines, Sydney
The image shows a view from an airplane window, looking out over the wing and the runway. The airplane appears to be on the ground, either taxiing or preparing for takeoff. The runway is marked with white lines and green lights, and there are buildings and industrial structures visible in the background under a cloudy sky.

Southwest has a MAX 8, PIT has more visitors and soon you’ll be able to spend longer than ever inside a plane. But is any of that good news??

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DLD 154: Big troubles for the little guys

  • August 10, 2017
  • Tagged as: CommutAir, London, PenAir, podcast
The image shows a Malindo Air airplane parked on the tarmac at an airport. The aircraft is white with red accents, including the airline's logo on the tail and engines. Another airplane of the same airline is visible in the background. The scene includes some airport ground equipment and traffic cones.

Regional operators and even smaller “normal” airlines in the US are facing challenges on multiple fronts. Chapter 11 and fights over international trade policy are just part of the resulting fun.

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Bonus Episode 1: United brings back Denver-London

  • July 26, 2017
  • Tagged as: DEN, Denver, Heathrow, LHR, London, routes, United, United Airlines
The image is a stylized world map divided into six rectangular sections. It features red dots connected by white lines, indicating various travel routes between different global destinations. The text "Dots, Lines & Destinations" is written below the map.

United Airlines is bringing back service on the Denver-London route. Here’s a quick take from the team about the new services and what it means for travelers. 

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DLD 145: Gaming the games in casino loyalty

  • June 8, 2017
  • Tagged as: casino, London, loyalty, podcast
A man with curly hair and glasses is standing at a bar counter, pouring a drink from a decanter into a glass. The counter is set with various food items, including cheese, bread, vegetables, and dips. There are also bottles of liquor and sparkling water, along with several glasses and a bowl of wrapped candies. The setting appears to be indoors, with a framed picture on the wall in the background.

Loyalty isn’t just about hotels and airlines. Casinos run some of the largest and must lucrative programs out there. And, not surprisingly, there are people who like to play that game just like those who play the travel game.

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DLD 144: Pontifications over pints

  • June 1, 2017
  • Tagged as: business class, Delta, inaugural, London, PDX, Portland, Premium Economy
A close-up of a glass of beer on a table, with the sun shining brightly in the background. The sunlight creates a warm glow through the beer, and there are silhouettes of people and umbrellas in the background, suggesting an outdoor setting.

The crew was in London last weekend, primed with a few pints of ale and an inaugural flight experience to share.

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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
The image shows a view from an airplane window, capturing part of the aircraft's wing and engine. Below, the ground is visible with a runway and some buildings, likely part of an airport. The shadow of the airplane is also visible on the ground. The sky is clear with some scattered clouds, and there are mountains in the background.

Lots of topics this week but no title for the show…hopefully you’re willing to listen anyways.

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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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DLD 115: The New(ark) World Order

  • August 4, 2016
  • Tagged as: business class, jetblue, London, Manchester, Newark, Thai Airways, United, United Airlines
Aerial view of London City Airport and its surrounding areas. The airport's runway is prominently visible, running parallel to a body of water. The surrounding area includes various buildings, roads, and green spaces. The image also shows parts of the neighborhoods of North Woolwich and Beckton, with major roads such as the A1020 and A112 clearly marked.

Newark Airport is about to get a whole bunch more flights, and we’re not so sure that’s a good thing. London City Airport will also grow and Thai Airways is looking to return to the USA.

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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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