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Grasping Mileage Runs: Their Purpose and Worth
**What is a mileage run?** A mileage run refers to the act of flying solely to gather airline miles or attain airline elite status. This may be a yearlong pursuit or a journey at the year’s end to ensure qualification for elite status. Typically, these trips are brief, and often travelers may fly to a…

An Examination of Marriott Bonvoy Nightly Upgrade Awards: Regular Shortcomings Outnumber Achievements
In a prior article, I recounted my journey for the year with Marriott Bonvoy Ambassador status, which ranks as Marriott’s highest level. In this article, I want to discuss my experiences with Marriott Bonvoy Nightly Upgrade Awards, the upgrade “tools” that can be confirmed for enhanced rooms prior to check-in. Opinions on these tend to…

Comprehending Alaska Airlines Saver Fares: Limitations and Value Assessment
In 2018, Alaska Airlines rolled out Saver fares, its take on basic economy, to rival ultra low-cost airlines. These fares provide lower rates but come with increased restrictions. Saver fares aim to draw in cost-conscious travelers while motivating others to opt for pricier choices with fewer constraints. Saver fares feature various limitations when compared to…

Encountering Regular Issues with Lufthansa First Class Seats
For the return leg of our Good Morning Milan, Goodnight Moon journey, my father and I traveled in Lufthansa’s Airbus A340-600 first class from Frankfurt to Boston. Before delving into the flight itself, I want to address my unfortunate experience with Lufthansa first class seats not functioning properly. Individually, this wasn’t a significant issue, yet…

Delta’s Pilot Scheduling Software Problems Have Greatly Affected the Airline
Delta Air Lines, recognized for its dependable operations, recently encountered major difficulties due to a winter storm in the Northeast. Even with its title as “the on-time machine,” Delta fell short of its competitors in bouncing back from the storm, experiencing a significant amount of flight cancellations and delays over several days. The slow recovery…

Uganda Airlines Faces Significant Delays and Traveler Discontent
Uganda Airlines is presently undergoing a severe crisis, largely overlooked beyond Africa. The airline, which resumed operations in its current incarnation in 2019, has been facing operational troubles for several weeks. The turmoil began when one of its two Airbus A330-800neos, registered as 5X-NIL, was grounded in Lagos on December 8, 2025, due to maintenance…

Routes for American’sEnhanced 787-9 Aircraft Featuring Updated Cabins
Several months ago, American Airlines launched its latest Boeing 787-9Ps, showcasing completely redesigned cabins, representing a major enhancement in passenger comfort for long-haul journeys. These planes, distinct from the new Airbus A321XLRs, are part of a significant advancement for the airline. Key features of American’s newly introduced 244-seat Boeing 787-9Ps: – Before 2025, American operated…

Unready Viva Pilots Try to Land on Occupied Runway at JFK
**Navigating New York’s Crowded Airspace: A Cautionary Narrative** New York’s airspace ranks among the most crowded worldwide, necessitating careful planning by pilots. A recent occurrence involving Viva Aerobus flight VB100, an Airbus A321neo traveling from Mexico City to JFK, highlights the significance of this readiness. **Incident Summary** On December 18, 2025, Viva flight VB100 was…









