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DOT pushes back rollout of new disruption rules

10/16/26

The U.S. Department of Transportation (DOT) has pushed back the start date for new flight disruption rules that will limit some passenger rights. Currently DOT’s passenger protection rules require airlines to provide passengers with meal vouchers, hotel rooms and other assistance during delays due to a wide variety of situations considered to be under an […]

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The history of airline meals in 7 courses – in Seattle

KLM reveals miniature Delft Blue house #107

United’s status match offer (do it) + more AmEx lounges

Alaska Airlines news + SJC gate pass program + awards for us

Tickets for new Qantas 18-hour nonstop flight between New York & Sydney begin August 2027

World’s Best Airlines, according to Skytrax

I flew to four Pacific Northwest Airports and didn’t go through a security check once

What’s old is new again: United testing food delivery to the gate

Listen to this. But maybe not on a plane

Alaska Airlines spreading its wings to Athens & Paris

DOT pushes back rollout of new disruption rules

10/16/26

The ultimate journey: art coffins

10/15/26

On assignment in Santa Fe, New Mexico, the Stuck at the Airport team spent an afternoon at the Museum of International Folk Art, which houses the largest collection of international folk art in the world. While there, we ended up contemplating final journeys, thanks to an exhibit of artist-made coffins from Ghana. The Art Underground: […]

“Straight to Gate” remote security program coming to SFO Airport

10/13/26

It’s working in Massachusetts. So why not California? The Logan Airport Remote Terminal in Framingham, about 25 miles west of Boston Logan International Airport (BOS), allows eligible Delta and JetBlue passengers to complete the airport security process remotely. They then board a bus and get dropped off post-security at Logan Airport. Their screened, checked bags […]

5 Things We Love About: the Grand Hyatt DFW

10/12/26

The Grand Hyatt DFW, located inside Terminal D at Dallas Fort Worth International Airport (DFW) was already on the books as one of the best in-the-airport hotels. A recent $34 million glow-up has made it even better. Beyond it’s glam and convenience, the Grand Hyatt DFW has long held a special place in my heart. […]

The history of airline meals in 7 courses – in Seattle

10/12/26

Last February, we flew to Portland International Airport (PDX) to join 150 foodies and avgeeks at Loyal Legion Beer Hall for an event that promised to take us on a tasty tour of airline history in 7 courses. The dinner was designed by former Emmy-award winning “Simpsons” writer-turned culinary connoisseur, Bill Oakley as a tour […]

KLM reveals miniature Delft Blue house #107

10/08/26

Want a free house? KLM, the Netherlands’ flag carrier, gives them away for free. There’s a catch, of course. The houses are just 4 inches tall. But they’re the very collectible keepsakes given to business class passengers flying on long haul KLM flights. Each house is filled with Dutch gin. And each is part of […]