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Finnair slashes business class baggage allowance

Aug 07, 2023, 11:19 AM

Nobody should be surprised by Finnair's move. When you start down the slippery slope of copying LCC, there is no stopping: a little cut here, a little cut there...and on it will go until the original product is devalued. Personally, I hate having to remember all the nitpicking limiting 'rules' wh...
The snacks to pack for instant energy on the go

Aug 02, 2023, 06:19 PM

Not to mention it is vastly cheaper and better to make your own jerky. Store bought jerky is crazy expensive...even before inflation, war and supply chain issues hit.
Govt blocks Qatar Airways bid for more Australian flights

Jul 20, 2023, 03:55 PM

It would appear that we, frequent fliers of six decades(!) standing and interest in the Australian civil aviation industry, know EXACTLY what is going on...especially in regard to backroom lobbying and free gifts (Chairman's Lounge memberships) which are handed out to pollies of all stripes! Ther...
Govt blocks Qatar Airways bid for more Australian flights

Jul 19, 2023, 09:10 AM

".....potentially destabilise the landscape..."For which read: daring to cut into QANTAS' revenue and profits. A decision from a minister who enjoys the red carpet treatment from QF (along with the rest of her cabinet colleagues and Opposition counterparts). Absolutely craven and self-serving dec...
Confirmed: Turkish Airlines to launch Australian flights in December

Jul 17, 2023, 12:49 PM

As the article very clearly says, a non-stop service is exactly what Turkish Airlines is aiming for when their new fleet of ultra long haul jets come online. This Asia stopover phase is a temporary measure. And I'd still choose them over QF for any longhaul, regardless of stopovers.

7 hour layover in LAX

Aug 05, 2023, 09:04 AM

All the previous posts are rock solid tips. Most of all, do try to get out of the airport for a few hours. Santa Monica is excellent to while away a few hours. Then back at the airport, I'd recommend paying to access a lounge to freshen up with a shower for your second leg. Don't underestimate wh...
Fifth Freedom Rights Query

Jul 29, 2023, 12:16 PM

Originally Posted by Platyby5 Originally Posted by mspcooper Why do countries like Singapore, UAE (when QF flew via DXB) offer fifth freedom rights for carriers out of their countries, but Australia does not offer this to say United States, but countries like NZ? I know the govt blocked SQ from f...
Anyone have a clue?

Jun 18, 2023, 09:20 PM

Originally Posted by Sibelius I'm seeing it too (compare Classic Reward Business and First prices, for example, on October 2 [164800 for Business Classic Reward], October 4 [104,500 for a Business Classic Reward] and October 5 [149,800 for a First Classic Reward]). I can only assume that the 164...
Oneword lounge in Singapore for morning flight.

Jun 08, 2023, 08:54 PM

Originally Posted by XWu Originally Posted by Serg Originally Posted by dm12 so you're flying to SIN in 1st to see your sister at the airport who's flying eco, and which lounge to sit in is your biggest concern?! ????? What is the most stupid answer what I ever read! You like to hear full story?...
Oneword lounge in Singapore for morning flight.

Jun 08, 2023, 07:38 PM

Originally Posted by dm12 so you're flying to SIN in 1st to see your sister at the airport who's flying eco, and which lounge to sit in is your biggest concern?! Who appointed you to be Lord High Judge of Morals & Intentions? You don't know his family situation, so quit pretending. Either an...