What's Happening In Travel With Cushrow And Kerwin A weekly podcast that discusses and analyzes travel news and trends ripped from the headlines. https://passrider.beehiiv.com/ en © 2026 Cruisinaltitude.com, LLC 019d549b-73ea-7057-95ef-380740954702 no podcast https://media.beehiiv.com/cdn-cgi/image/fit=scale-down,format=auto,onerror=redirect,quality=80/uploads/asset/file/d68dcede-36ef-4409-a13a-da5527e6db37/podcast_import_artwork_20260403-186-hgt3y2.jpg?t=1775240974 What's Happening In Travel With Cushrow And Kerwin https://passrider.beehiiv.com/ false episodic Kerwin McKenzie and Cushrow Parakh A weekly podcast that discusses and analyzes travel news and trends ripped from the headlines.

]]> Kerwin McKenzie and Cushrow Parakh feedback@passrider.com Thu, 13 Mar 2025 01:00:00 +0000 Fri, 03 Jul 2026 01:50:16 +0000 beehiiv EPISODE 124: Southwest Kills Free Bags While Korean Air Gets a Fresh New Look https://passrider.beehiiv.com/podcast/s/what_s_happening_in_travel_with_cushrow_and_kerwin/episode_124_southwest_kills_free_bags_while_korean_air_gets_a_fresh_new_look Welcome back to another episode of What's Happening In Travel with Cushrow and Kerwin! In Episode 124, we’re diving into two major airline shake-ups that are sure to change the travel game. In today’s video, I discuss how Southwest Airlines has officia... Thu, 13 Mar 2025 01:00:00 +0000 2256 Kerwin McKenzie and Cushrow Parakh false full 124 5 Welcome back to another episode of What's Happening In Travel with Cushrow and Kerwin! In Episode 124, we’re diving into two major airline shake-ups that are sure to change the travel game.In today’s video, I discuss how Southwest Airlines has officially said goodbye to free checked bags—what does this mean for your travel budget and packing strategy?Then, I shift gears to Korean Air. With their recent merger with Asiana Airlines, they’re not only expanding their network but also debuting a fresh new look.If you’re an airline buff or a frequent traveler looking for the inside scoop on these changes, this episode is for you! Don’t forget to like, subscribe, and hit the notification bell so you never miss an update on the latest in airline news and travel trends.Let’s get into it—grab your boarding pass and join the conversation in the comments below!#AirlineNews #SouthwestAirlines #KoreanAir #TravelUpdates #AirlineMergers#bagsflyfree #southwestairlines #garykelly #korean #koreanair #newlivery CHAPTERS00:00 Introduction00:35 Bags No Longer Fly Free - Southwest30:12 Korean's New Livery

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]]> Diversity At The Executive Level In U.S. Airlines; Turkish Airlines Award Level Price Increase; Finnair To Weigh Passengers On Its Flights https://passrider.beehiiv.com/podcast/s/what_s_happening_in_travel_with_cushrow_and_kerwin/diversity_at_the_executive_level_in_u_s_airlines_turkish_airlines_award_level_price_increase_finnair_to_weigh_passengers_on_its_flights Diversity At The Executive Level In U.S. Airlines; Turkish Airlines Award Level Price Increase; Finnair To Weigh Passengers On Its Flights Support the show Fri, 09 Feb 2024 00:00:00 +0000 1667 Kerwin McKenzie and Cushrow Parakh false full 119 4 Diversity At The Executive Level In U.S. Airlines; 

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]]> Episode 118: Update On Alaska Airlines MAX 9; JAL Airbus A350-900 Accident; Visa Updates For Two Countries https://passrider.beehiiv.com/podcast/s/what_s_happening_in_travel_with_cushrow_and_kerwin/episode_118_update_on_alaska_airlines_max_9_jal_airbus_a350-900_accident_visa_updates_for_two_countries In this episode, Kerwin talks about the update On Alaska Airlines MAX 9; JAL Airbus A350-900 Accident; Visa Updates For Two Countries Support the show Tue, 16 Jan 2024 01:00:00 +0000 1231 Kerwin McKenzie and Cushrow Parakh false full 118 4 In this episode, Kerwin talks about  the  update On Alaska Airlines MAX 9; JAL Airbus A350-900 Accident; Visa Updates For Two Countries

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]]> Episode 117: Alaska Airlines Boeing 737 MAX 9 Loses Its Exit Door Plug Just After Takeoff https://passrider.beehiiv.com/podcast/s/what_s_happening_in_travel_with_cushrow_and_kerwin/episode_117_alaska_airlines_boeing_737_max_9_loses_its_exit_door_plug_just_after_takeoff Episode 117: Alaska Airlines Boeing 737 MAX 9 Loses Its Exit Door Plug Just After Takeoff On January 5, 2024, an Alaska Airlines Boeing 737 MAX 9 was taking off from Portland (PDX) and headed for Ontario (ONT). Everything was routine, until just after ... Sun, 07 Jan 2024 00:00:00 +0000 952 Kerwin McKenzie and Cushrow Parakh false full 117 4 Episode 117: Alaska Airlines Boeing 737 MAX 9 Loses Its Exit Door Plug Just After TakeoffOn January 5, 2024, an Alaska Airlines Boeing 737 MAX 9 was taking off from Portland (PDX) and headed for Ontario (ONT). Everything was routine, until just after takeoff at 16,000' into the ascent, the exit row plug separated from the rest of the airplane.The crew was able to do a loop and land the airplane back at Portland Airport safely.There were 171 passengers and six crew members onboard. There were zero fatalities.

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]]> Episode 16: Dubai Airshow 2023 Recap https://passrider.beehiiv.com/podcast/s/what_s_happening_in_travel_with_cushrow_and_kerwin/episode_16_dubai_airshow_2023_recap In this episode, I do a recap of the Dubai Airshow Support the show Wed, 15 Nov 2023 05:00:00 +0000 2377 Kerwin McKenzie and Cushrow Parakh false full 116 3 In this episode, I do a recap of the Dubai Airshow

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]]> Episode 112: Airline Creates Baby-Free Zone; Airline Weights Passengers Before Flight https://passrider.beehiiv.com/podcast/s/what_s_happening_in_travel_with_cushrow_and_kerwin/episode_112_airline_creates_baby-free_zone_airline_weights_passengers_before_flight Episode 112 In this episode Kerwin talks about: Airline Creates Baby-Free Zone; Airline Weights Passengers Before Flight Support the show Wed, 30 Aug 2023 21:00:00 +0000 415 Kerwin McKenzie and Cushrow Parakh false full 112 3 Episode 112In this episode Kerwin talks about: Airline Creates Baby-Free Zone; Airline Weights Passengers Before Flight

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]]> Episode 111: BermudAir and Atlantic Airways, Two New Airlines Starts Flying Into The New York Area https://passrider.beehiiv.com/podcast/s/what_s_happening_in_travel_with_cushrow_and_kerwin/episode_111_bermudair_and_atlantic_airways_two_new_airlines_starts_flying_into_the_new_york_area In this episode, Kerwin looks at the two new airlines that are now flying into the U.S. and also other airlines flying single aisle airplanes across the Atlantic Ocean. https://www.passrider.com/transatlantic-affordable-airlines/ Support the show Wed, 23 Aug 2023 19:00:00 +0000 883 Kerwin McKenzie and Cushrow Parakh false full 111 3 In this episode, Kerwin looks at the two new airlines that are now flying into the U.S. and also other airlines flying single aisle airplanes across the Atlantic Ocean.https://www.passrider.com/transatlantic-affordable-airlines/

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]]> Episode 110 - Where are the Hawaiian Islands? What's the latest with the AA and jetBlue Alliance? Clickbait aviation headlines https://passrider.beehiiv.com/podcast/s/what_s_happening_in_travel_with_cushrow_and_kerwin/episode_110_-_where_are_the_hawaiian_islands_what_s_the_latest_with_the_aa_and_jetblue_alliance_clickbait_aviation_headlines In this episode, Kerwin talks about where are the Hawaiian Islands located, what's going on with AA and jetBlue and clickbait aviation headlines Support the show Thu, 17 Aug 2023 00:00:00 +0000 1334 Kerwin McKenzie and Cushrow Parakh false full 110 3 In this episode, Kerwin talks about where are the Hawaiian Islands located, what's going on with AA and jetBlue and clickbait aviation headlines

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]]> Episode 109: Fires in Maui And Other Parts Of The World; AI In Travel; Concorde is Moving From The Intrepid In NY For Repairs; Virgin Galactic Takes First Commercial Passengers To Space https://passrider.beehiiv.com/podcast/s/what_s_happening_in_travel_with_cushrow_and_kerwin/episode_109_fires_in_maui_and_other_parts_of_the_world_ai_in_travel_concorde_is_moving_from_the_intrepid_in_ny_for_repairs_virgin_galactic_takes_first_commercial_passengers_to_space https://www.passrider.com/whit/episode-109 Fires in Maui And Other Parts Of The World; AI In Travel; Concorde is Moving From The Intrepid In NY For Repairs; Virgin Galactic Takes First Commercial Passengers To Space Support the show Thu, 10 Aug 2023 22:00:00 +0000 1238 Kerwin McKenzie and Cushrow Parakh false full 109 3 https://www.passrider.com/whit/episode-109Fires in Maui And Other Parts Of The World; AI In Travel; Concorde is Moving From The Intrepid In NY For Repairs; Virgin Galactic Takes First Commercial Passengers To Space

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]]> Episode 108: Flying An Airline Without Flying In An Airplane; BA Serves Kentucky Fried Chicken; Airlines Not Cleaning The Planes Properly https://passrider.beehiiv.com/podcast/s/what_s_happening_in_travel_with_cushrow_and_kerwin/episode_108_flying_an_airline_without_flying_in_an_airplane_ba_serves_kentucky_fried_chicken_airlines_not_cleaning_the_planes_properly Episode 108 Flying An Airline Without Flying In An Airplane; BA Serves Kentucky Fried Chicken; Airlines Note Cleaning The Planes Properly Support the show Wed, 02 Aug 2023 22:00:00 +0000 1985 Kerwin McKenzie and Cushrow Parakh false full 108 3 Episode 108Flying An Airline Without Flying In An Airplane; BA Serves Kentucky Fried Chicken; Airlines Note Cleaning The Planes Properly

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]]> Episode 107: Will I Need A Visa To Visit Europe Next Year? https://passrider.beehiiv.com/podcast/s/what_s_happening_in_travel_with_cushrow_and_kerwin/episode_107_will_i_need_a_visa_to_visit_europe_next_year Episode 107: Will I Need A Visa To Visit Europe Next Year? The European Union has reported that as part of the current visa waiver program, in January 2024, citizens of several countries will have to apply for a travel authorization before coming to 30... Wed, 26 Jul 2023 17:00:00 +0000 1411 Kerwin McKenzie and Cushrow Parakh false full 107 3 Episode 107: Will I Need A Visa To Visit Europe Next Year?

The European Union has reported that as part of the current visa waiver program, in January 2024, citizens of several countries will have to apply for a travel authorization before coming to 30 countries in the EU. The United States is one such country.This episodes looks at the new policy and lets you know how it will affect you.ESTA - https://www.cbp.gov/travel/international-visitors/estaETIAS - https://travel-europe.europa.eu/etias_enU.S. Visa Waiver Program - https://www.dhs.gov/visa-waiver-programDo you need a Visa for the U.K.? - https://www.gov.uk/check-uk-visaWhat say you? Leave a comment below.VRBO - https://www.passrider.com/vrboPurchase tickets for your flights at https://www.passrider.com/skyscannerBook your hotel rooms at https://www.passrider.com/expediaNeed a tour? Go to https://www.passrider.com/tours

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]]> Episode 106: Redeye flights; Watching planes in SXM; Airlines report record profits; Expedia OneKey program; Reader feedback; Recapping trip to Vaduz https://passrider.beehiiv.com/podcast/s/what_s_happening_in_travel_with_cushrow_and_kerwin/episode_106_redeye_flights_watching_planes_in_sxm_airlines_report_record_profits_expedia_onekey_program_reader_feedback_recapping_trip_to_vaduz Episode 106: Redeye flights; Watching planes in SXM; Airlines report record profits; Expedia OneKey program; Reader feedback; Recapping trip to Vaduz Support the show Wed, 19 Jul 2023 23:00:00 +0000 910 Kerwin McKenzie and Cushrow Parakh false full 106 3 Episode 106: Redeye flights; Watching planes in SXM; Airlines report record profits; Expedia OneKey program; Reader feedback; Recapping trip to Vaduz

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]]> Episode 105: Passenger Told To Buy New Ticket At Airport; Visitor Defaces Colosseum; Passenger Didn't Get Food Choice, Plane Diverts; My Phone Is Not Covered; Travel Insurance Fraud; Hotels Cheapening High End Brands https://passrider.beehiiv.com/podcast/s/what_s_happening_in_travel_with_cushrow_and_kerwin/episode_105_passenger_told_to_buy_new_ticket_at_airport_visitor_defaces_colosseum_passenger_didn_t_get_food_choice_plane_diverts_my_phone_is_not_covered_travel_insurance_fraud_hotels_cheapening_high_end_brands What's Happening In Travel In this week's episode, Kerwin talks about Passenger Told To Buy New Ticket At Airport; Visitor Defaces Colosseum; Passenger Didn't Get Food Choice, Plane Diverts; My Phone Is Not Covered; Travel Insurance Fraud; Hotels Cheap... Wed, 12 Jul 2023 23:00:00 +0000 1210 Kerwin McKenzie and Cushrow Parakh false full 105 3 What's Happening In TravelIn this week's episode, Kerwin talks about Passenger Told To Buy New Ticket At Airport; Visitor Defaces Colosseum; Passenger Didn't Get Food Choice, Plane Diverts; My Phone Is Not Covered; Travel Insurance Fraud; Hotels Cheapening High End Brands

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]]> Episode 104: What To Do If your Flight Was Delayed This Past Week. Passenger Behavior On A Flight https://passrider.beehiiv.com/podcast/s/what_s_happening_in_travel_with_cushrow_and_kerwin/episode_104_what_to_do_if_your_flight_was_delayed_this_past_week_passenger_behavior_on_a_flight https://www/passrider.com/white/episode-103 What To Do If your Flight Was Delayed This Past Week. Passenger Behavior On A Flight Support the show Thu, 06 Jul 2023 00:00:00 +0000 1524 Kerwin McKenzie and Cushrow Parakh false full 104 3 https://www/passrider.com/white/episode-103What To Do If your Flight Was Delayed This Past Week. Passenger Behavior On A Flight

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]]> Episode 103: ATC Issues On The U.S. East Coast. 717 Lands On Its Nose. Longest MAX Flight? https://passrider.beehiiv.com/podcast/s/what_s_happening_in_travel_with_cushrow_and_kerwin/episode_103_atc_issues_on_the_u_s_east_coast_717_lands_on_its_nose_longest_max_flight https://www.passrider.com/whit/episode-103 ATC Issues On The U.S. East Coast. 717 Lands On Its Nose. Longest MAX Flight? Support the show Thu, 29 Jun 2023 02:00:00 +0000 1608 Kerwin McKenzie and Cushrow Parakh false full 103 3 https://www.passrider.com/whit/episode-103ATC Issues On The U.S. East Coast. 717 Lands On Its Nose. Longest MAX Flight?

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]]> Episode 102: Recap of the 54th Paris Airshow (2023 https://passrider.beehiiv.com/podcast/s/what_s_happening_in_travel_with_cushrow_and_kerwin/episode_102_recap_of_the_54th_paris_airshow_2023 https://www.passrider.com/whit In this episode Kerwin recaps the 54th Paris Airshow You can see photos and videos at https://www.passrider.com/paris-airshow-2023-highlights/ Support the show Thu, 22 Jun 2023 00:00:00 +0000 1079 Kerwin McKenzie and Cushrow Parakh false full 102 3 https://www.passrider.com/whitIn this episode Kerwin recaps the 54th Paris AirshowYou can see photos and videos at  https://www.passrider.com/paris-airshow-2023-highlights/

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]]> Episode 101: jetBlue's new livery, Qantas' new flight and 10 airlines that flies to Africa https://passrider.beehiiv.com/podcast/s/what_s_happening_in_travel_with_cushrow_and_kerwin/episode_101_jetblue_s_new_livery_qantas_new_flight_and_10_airlines_that_flies_to_africa Support the show Wed, 14 Jun 2023 23:00:00 +0000 1289 Kerwin McKenzie and Cushrow Parakh false full 101 3 Support the show

]]> Episode 100: Should I Get Travel Insurance? https://passrider.beehiiv.com/podcast/s/what_s_happening_in_travel_with_cushrow_and_kerwin/episode_100_should_i_get_travel_insurance https://www.passrider.com/whit Should I get Travel Insurance? https://www.passrider.com/travelinsurance Support the show Wed, 07 Jun 2023 23:00:00 +0000 1360 Kerwin McKenzie and Cushrow Parakh false full 100 2 https://www.passrider.com/whitShould I get Travel Insurance?https://www.passrider.com/travelinsurance

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]]> Episode 99: Why Is This Airline Weighing Passengers? https://passrider.beehiiv.com/podcast/s/what_s_happening_in_travel_with_cushrow_and_kerwin/episode_99_why_is_this_airline_weighing_passengers Episode 99 Why is this airline weighing passengers? https://www.passrider.com/whit Support the show Thu, 01 Jun 2023 00:00:00 +0000 532 Kerwin McKenzie and Cushrow Parakh false full 99 2 Episode 99Why is this airline weighing passengers?https://www.passrider.com/whit

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]]> Episode 98: Which airline is the oldest airline? https://passrider.beehiiv.com/podcast/s/what_s_happening_in_travel_with_cushrow_and_kerwin/episode_98_which_airline_is_the_oldest_airline So, which airline is the oldest? Do you know? Support the show Wed, 24 May 2023 23:00:00 +0000 1179 Kerwin McKenzie and Cushrow Parakh false full 98 3 So, which airline is the oldest?Do you know?

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]]> Episode 97: Introducing Hawaiian Airlines https://passrider.beehiiv.com/podcast/s/what_s_happening_in_travel_with_cushrow_and_kerwin/episode_97_introducing_hawaiian_airlines Episode 97: Introducing Hawaiian Airlines Not many know about Hawaiian Airlines Support the show Wed, 17 May 2023 15:00:00 +0000 1233 Kerwin McKenzie and Cushrow Parakh false full 97 3 Episode 97: Introducing Hawaiian AirlinesNot many know about Hawaiian Airlines

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]]> Episode 96: How To Get To Montserrat | Direct Or Nonstop, What's The Difference https://passrider.beehiiv.com/podcast/s/what_s_happening_in_travel_with_cushrow_and_kerwin/episode_96_how_to_get_to_montserrat_direct_or_nonstop_what_s_the_difference Episode 96 How To Get To Montserrat | Direct Or Nonstop, What's The Difference Support the show Wed, 10 May 2023 23:00:00 +0000 1725 Kerwin McKenzie and Cushrow Parakh false full 96 3 Episode 96

How To Get To Montserrat | Direct Or Nonstop, What's The Difference

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]]> Episode 95: AI Applications In Travel; Bees On A Plane; How Aviation Has Changed Over Time; How Airfares Are Comprised https://passrider.beehiiv.com/podcast/s/what_s_happening_in_travel_with_cushrow_and_kerwin/episode_95_ai_applications_in_travel_bees_on_a_plane_how_aviation_has_changed_over_time_how_airfares_are_comprised Episode 95 AI Applications In Travel; Bees On A Plane; How Aviation Has Changed Over Time; How Airfares Are Comprised Support the show Wed, 03 May 2023 22:00:00 +0000 2255 Kerwin McKenzie and Cushrow Parakh false full 95 3 Episode 95

AI Applications In Travel; Bees On A Plane; How Aviation Has Changed Over Time; How Airfares Are Comprised

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]]> Episode 94: People Behaving Badly On Planes; What is A Weight Restricted Flight? https://passrider.beehiiv.com/podcast/s/what_s_happening_in_travel_with_cushrow_and_kerwin/episode_94_people_behaving_badly_on_planes_what_is_a_weight_restricted_flight Episode 94: People Behaving Badly On Planes; What is A Weight Restricted Flight? https://www.passrider.com/whit In this episode, Kerwin talks about people mis-behaving on planes and what does it mean for a flight to be weight restricted. Support the show Thu, 27 Apr 2023 01:00:00 +0000 839 Kerwin McKenzie and Cushrow Parakh false full 94 3 Episode 94: People Behaving Badly On Planes; What is A Weight Restricted Flight?

https://www.passrider.com/whitIn this episode, Kerwin talks about people mis-behaving on planes and what does it mean for a flight to be weight restricted.

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]]> Episode 93: Who Should Clean Up Your Mess When You make One On An Airplane? https://passrider.beehiiv.com/podcast/s/what_s_happening_in_travel_with_cushrow_and_kerwin/episode_93_who_should_clean_up_your_mess_when_you_make_one_on_an_airplane Support the show Thu, 20 Apr 2023 01:00:00 +0000 1305 Kerwin McKenzie and Cushrow Parakh false full 93 3 Support the show

]]> Episode 92: Where To Stay In/Around The Airport https://passrider.beehiiv.com/podcast/s/what_s_happening_in_travel_with_cushrow_and_kerwin/episode_92_where_to_stay_in_around_the_airport Episode 92 - Where To Stay In/Around The Airport. In this episode, Kerwin talks about where to stay in/around the airport when you get bumped off a flight or just waiting for an early flight. Support the show Thu, 13 Apr 2023 01:00:00 +0000 945 Kerwin McKenzie and Cushrow Parakh false full 92 3 Episode 92 - Where To Stay In/Around The Airport.In this episode, Kerwin talks about where to stay in/around the airport when you get bumped off a flight or just waiting for an early flight.

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]]> Episode 91: What Is A Fifth Freedom Flights https://passrider.beehiiv.com/podcast/s/what_s_happening_in_travel_with_cushrow_and_kerwin/episode_91_what_is_a_fifth_freedom_flights Episode 91: What is a Fifth Freedom Flight? In this episode, Kerwin talks about Fifth Freedom Flights. What they are How to find one Where To Find Us Apple Podcast Deezer Google Podcast iHeart Radio Listen Notes Podcast Addict Podchaser Spotify Support... Thu, 06 Apr 2023 03:00:00 +0000 1281 Kerwin McKenzie and Cushrow Parakh false full 91 3 Episode 91: What is a Fifth Freedom Flight?In this episode, Kerwin talks about Fifth Freedom Flights.What they areHow to find one

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]]> Episode 90: Flight Review of Norse Atlantic Boeing 787-9 Flight From Oslo To JFK https://passrider.beehiiv.com/podcast/s/what_s_happening_in_travel_with_cushrow_and_kerwin/episode_90_flight_review_of_norse_atlantic_boeing_787-9_flight_from_oslo_to_jfk https://www.passrider.com/whit Episode 90: Flight Review of Norse Atlantic Boeing 787-9 Flight From Oslo To JFK Support the show Thu, 30 Mar 2023 01:00:00 +0000 2823 Kerwin McKenzie and Cushrow Parakh false full 90 3 https://www.passrider.com/whitEpisode 90: Flight Review of Norse Atlantic Boeing 787-9 Flight From Oslo To JFK

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]]> Episode 89: A Review Of Norse's Flight From Fort Lauderdale to Berlin https://passrider.beehiiv.com/podcast/s/what_s_happening_in_travel_with_cushrow_and_kerwin/episode_89_a_review_of_norse_s_flight_from_fort_lauderdale_to_berlin Flight Review: Norse 622 From Fort Lauderdale to Berlin In this episode, Kerwin talks about his flight on Norse Atlantic from Fort Lauderdale to Berlin. Norse is a new low cost carrier with Boeing 787-9 service across the Atlantic Ocean. Berlin is very... Thu, 23 Mar 2023 02:00:00 +0000 2681 Kerwin McKenzie and Cushrow Parakh false full 89 3 Flight Review: Norse 622 From Fort Lauderdale to Berlin

In this episode, Kerwin talks about his flight on Norse Atlantic from Fort Lauderdale to Berlin. Norse is a new low cost carrier with Boeing 787-9 service across the Atlantic Ocean.

Berlin is very expensive at the time I went. I managed to stay at the Mercure in Tempelhof. This is a property run by Accor. But you can always find many properties in Berlin. Here's a map to help you.

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]]> Episode 88: What To Do In The Faroe Islands In The Winter https://passrider.beehiiv.com/podcast/s/what_s_happening_in_travel_with_cushrow_and_kerwin/episode_88_what_to_do_in_the_faroe_islands_in_the_winter In this episode, Kerwin talks about his trip to the Faroe Islands in March 2023. Where To Find Us Apple Podcast Deezer Google Podcast iHeart Radio Listen Notes Podcast Addict Podchaser Spotify Casual Friday Where 2 friends sit back, celebrate the week ... Thu, 16 Mar 2023 02:00:00 +0000 1479 Kerwin McKenzie and Cushrow Parakh false full 88 3 In this episode, Kerwin talks about his trip to the Faroe Islands in March 2023.Where To Find Us

Casual FridayWhere 2 friends sit back, celebrate the week that was and talk about nothing in particular

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]]> Episode 87: U.S. reopening international borders to select countries in November 2021; Where to find a COVID-19 test; Vaccinations for domestic U.S. flights? https://passrider.beehiiv.com/podcast/s/what_s_happening_in_travel_with_cushrow_and_kerwin/episode_87_u_s_reopening_international_borders_to_select_countries_in_november_2021_where_to_find_a_covid-19_test_vaccinations_for_domestic_u_s_flights Episode 87 In this week's episode, I talk about: U.S. reopening international borders to select countries in November 2021. Where to find a COVID-19 test. Vaccinations for domestic U.S. flights? Caribbean travel possibly. Where To Find Us Apple Podcast... Wed, 15 Sep 2021 23:00:00 +0000 1058 Kerwin McKenzie and Cushrow Parakh false full 87 2 Episode 87In this week's episode, I talk about:

  • U.S. reopening international borders to select countries in November 2021. 

  • Where to find a COVID-19 test. 

  • Vaccinations for domestic U.S. flights? 

  • Caribbean travel possibly.

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]]> Episode 86: What's Going On With Spirit Airlines https://passrider.beehiiv.com/podcast/s/what_s_happening_in_travel_with_cushrow_and_kerwin/episode_86_what_s_going_on_with_spirit_airlines Episode 86 In this week's episode, we talk about: What's going on with Spirit Airlines and its cancellations. In this episode, Kerwin talk about what's going on with Spirit Airlines' operational issues and gives you some insight into why the airlines a... Sun, 08 Aug 2021 04:00:00 +0000 2104 Kerwin McKenzie and Cushrow Parakh false full 86 2 Episode 86

 

In this week's episode, we talk about:

What's going on with Spirit Airlines and its cancellations.

In this episode, Kerwin talk about what's going on with Spirit Airlines' operational issues and gives you some insight into why the airlines are having issues with staffing.

Kerwin also talks about the contract of carriage for Spirit Airlines and how it relates to cancellations. What is covered and why you should ensure you have travel insurance.

Kerwin also looks at what it would cost to buy a next day ticket for some of the destinations so you get a chance to see the predicament that the travelers are in.

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]]> Episode 84: United makes a massive investment in new aircraft; Swiss unveils its Premium Economy offering; Cathay Pacific introduces a new lifestyle brand https://passrider.beehiiv.com/podcast/s/what_s_happening_in_travel_with_cushrow_and_kerwin/episode_84_united_makes_a_massive_investment_in_new_aircraft_swiss_unveils_its_premium_economy_offering_cathay_pacific_introduces_a_new_lifestyle_brand In this week's episode, we talk about: Airlines 10:35 - United makes a massive investment in new aircraft 30:24 - Swiss unveils its Premium Economy offering 43:17 - Cathay Pacific introduces a new lifestyle brand 54:39 - Say hello to vaccine tourism vi... Fri, 23 Jul 2021 23:00:00 +0000 4565 Kerwin McKenzie and Cushrow Parakh false full 84 2 In this week's episode, we talk about:

Airlines

  • 10:35 - United makes a massive investment in new aircraft

  • 30:24 - Swiss unveils its Premium Economy offering

  • 43:17 - Cathay Pacific introduces a new lifestyle brand

  • 54:39 - Say hello to vaccine tourism via China Airlines and Eva Air

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]]> Episode 83: Boeing’s largest Max variant finally takes to the skies; Wheelchairs on planes; Boeing’s 777X is not yet ready for certification https://passrider.beehiiv.com/podcast/s/what_s_happening_in_travel_with_cushrow_and_kerwin/episode_83_boeing_s_largest_max_variant_finally_takes_to_the_skies_wheelchairs_on_planes_boeing_s_777x_is_not_yet_ready_for_certification Support the show Mon, 12 Jul 2021 23:00:00 +0000 3773 Kerwin McKenzie and Cushrow Parakh true full 83 2 Support the show

]]> Episode 82: American, Virgin Atlantic, and Ravn Alaska join United to commit to emerging air mobility sector https://passrider.beehiiv.com/podcast/s/what_s_happening_in_travel_with_cushrow_and_kerwin/episode_82_american_virgin_atlantic_and_ravn_alaska_join_united_to_commit_to_emerging_air_mobility_sector Airlines 4:47 - American, Virgin Atlantic, and Ravn Alaska join United to commit to emerging air mobility sector PBS show - https://www.pbs.org/video/great-electric-airplane-race-yija0p/ FlyBlade - https://www.blade.com/ 24:46 - United advances innovat... Sat, 19 Jun 2021 23:00:00 +0000 3925 Kerwin McKenzie and Cushrow Parakh false full 82 2 Airlines

4:47 -  American, Virgin Atlantic, and Ravn Alaska join United to commit to emerging air mobility sector

  •  PBS show - https://www.pbs.org/video/great-electric-airplane-race-yija0p/

  •  FlyBlade - https://www.blade.com/

24:46 - United advances innovation through a new corporate venture

31:02 - United updates its employee appearance standards

45:42 - Finnair “personalizes” Business Class fares

54:37 - South Korean flights to nowhere proved to be a gold mine for duty-free goods

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]]> Episode 81: United’s inflight magazine goes anti-microbial, The latest new US airline starts operations, U.S. airlines hold the liquor https://passrider.beehiiv.com/podcast/s/what_s_happening_in_travel_with_cushrow_and_kerwin/episode_81_united_s_inflight_magazine_goes_anti-microbial_the_latest_new_us_airline_starts_operations_u_s_airlines_hold_the_liquor https://www.passrider.com Episode 81 In this week's episode, we talk about: Airlines 10:01 - United’s inflight magazine goes anti-microbial 21:04 - The latest new US airline starts operations 42:54 - U.S. airlines hold the liquor 51:07 - Southwest seat... Fri, 11 Jun 2021 23:00:00 +0000 6271 Kerwin McKenzie and Cushrow Parakh false full 81 2 https://www.passrider.comEpisode 81In this week's episode, we talk about:Airlines10:01 - United’s inflight magazine goes anti-microbial21:04 - The latest new US airline starts operations42:54 - U.S. airlines hold the liquor51:07 - Southwest seat covers find their way to the football pitch53:45 - Wizz Air gets its wings clipped in Norway1:05:06 - Malaysia Airlines joins the list of airlines retiring its A380s1:12:22 - Qantas gets some bad press1:20:13 - Qantas 380s host unwanted visitorsAirports1:26:55 - Stockholm loses an airportAircraft1:33:14 - The freighter wars are heating up

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]]> Episode 80: Travel Restrictions; Passenger Behavior While Flying; Supersonic Transport Is Coming Back? https://passrider.beehiiv.com/podcast/s/what_s_happening_in_travel_with_cushrow_and_kerwin/episode_80_travel_restrictions_passenger_behavior_while_flying_supersonic_transport_is_coming_back Episode 80 The COVID-19 Update Episode 1:38 - COVID-19 and Travel 1:59 - Passenger punches Southwest Airlines flight attendant 2:57 - Passenger on Delta flight tries to enter cockpit 4:05 - Mask requirements; requirements for vaccinated passengers 5:01... Sun, 06 Jun 2021 23:00:00 +0000 1695 Kerwin McKenzie and Cushrow Parakh false full 80 2 Episode 80

The COVID-19 Update Episode

  • 1:38 - COVID-19 and Travel

  • 1:59 - Passenger punches Southwest Airlines flight attendant

  • 2:57 - Passenger on Delta flight tries to enter cockpit

  • 4:05 - Mask requirements; requirements for vaccinated passengers

  • 5:01 - Where can I travel?

  • 14:48 - United and Boom Supersonic team up for supersonic travel initiative

  • 16:02 - Electric airplanes are coming

  • 20:42 - Cruises Update

  • 24:27 - The current state of airfares

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]]> Episode 79: New CDC Guidelines For Mask Wear In The U.S.; You Can Travel To Italy; Greece Welcomes Tourists https://passrider.beehiiv.com/podcast/s/what_s_happening_in_travel_with_cushrow_and_kerwin/episode_79_new_cdc_guidelines_for_mask_wear_in_the_u_s_you_can_travel_to_italy_greece_welcomes_tourists Episode 79 General 00:54 - CDC new guidelines Airlines 3:01 - Travel to Italy via Delta https://www.delta.com/us/en/travel-planning-center/know-before-you-go/italy-covid-tested-flights https://news.delta.com/italy-reopens-leisure-travelers-deltas-covid... Sat, 15 May 2021 20:00:00 +0000 901 Kerwin McKenzie and Cushrow Parakh false full 79 2 Episode 79

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  • 00:54 - CDC new guidelines

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]]> Episode 78: A pilot for a major U.S. airlines tells his story https://passrider.beehiiv.com/podcast/s/what_s_happening_in_travel_with_cushrow_and_kerwin/episode_78_a_pilot_for_a_major_u_s_airlines_tells_his_story Episode 78 About Ryan This week, I talk with my friend Ryan who works for a major U.S. airline in Hawaii. Here's a little about Ryan. His career started in Marketing Management at Hawaiian in 2000, then went to Marketing at Continental Airlines which i... Sat, 17 Apr 2021 23:00:00 +0000 1635 Kerwin McKenzie and Cushrow Parakh false full 78 2 Episode 78

 

About Ryan

This week, I talk with my friend Ryan who works for a major U.S. airline in Hawaii. Here's a little about Ryan.

His career started in Marketing Management at Hawaiian in 2000, then went to Marketing at Continental Airlines which is where I met Ryan, then he flew for Gulfstream, then for ExpressJet, and have been flying for Hawaiian Airlines since 2011.

Ryan is very grateful for all of his experiences with the various airlines he's have worked for, and also grateful to have experienced the management side before joining the flight deck crew.

During his career, he's been based in:

I have been based in HNL, IAH, EWR, LAX, ONT, IAH, and HNL, MIA and HNL.

 

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]]> Episode 77: WN back in IAH as of today, April 12 and also newly at ORD since Feb 14 https://passrider.beehiiv.com/podcast/s/what_s_happening_in_travel_with_cushrow_and_kerwin/episode_77_wn_back_in_iah_as_of_today_april_12_and_also_newly_at_ord_since_feb_14 Episode 77 Current Situations/Updates WN back in IAH as of today, April 12 and also newly at ORD since Feb 14 French national assembly talks about not flying for journeys under 2.5 hours by train Avelo Airlines starting BUR to Santa Rosa they are based... Sat, 10 Apr 2021 23:00:00 +0000 5856 Kerwin McKenzie and Cushrow Parakh true full 77 2 Episode 77

 

Current Situations/Updates

  • WN back in IAH as of today, April 12 and also newly at ORD since Feb 14

  • French national assembly talks about not flying for journeys under 2.5 hours by train

  • Avelo Airlines starting BUR to Santa Rosa they are based in Houston

Other

  • The U.S. TSA trials disinfection of security checkpoint bins

  • Now you can disinfect your baggage at some S.E. Asian hubs

  • Jet fuel from food waste holds promise

  • Climate-adjusted landing fees?  Yes, if Sweden has its way

  • Airbus enhances its iflyA380 app for wider appeal

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]]> Episode 76: Southwest confirms what we’ve known all along; Welcome to jetBlue’s Paisly https://passrider.beehiiv.com/podcast/s/what_s_happening_in_travel_with_cushrow_and_kerwin/episode_76_southwest_confirms_what_we_ve_known_all_along_welcome_to_jetblue_s_paisly Episode 76 Updates CDC Updates Air Transat and Air Canada ANA meals onboard update Airlines Southwest confirms what we’ve known all along - Welcome to jetBlue’s Paisly - How American Airlines manages its IFE content - British Airways joins the inflight... Sat, 03 Apr 2021 23:00:00 +0000 5134 Kerwin McKenzie and Cushrow Parakh false full 76 2 Episode 76

 

Updates

  • CDC Updates

  • Air Transat and Air Canada

  • ANA meals onboard update 

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]]> Episode 75: U.S. Airlines trying to get back to normal; Southwest Airlines and JetBlue back to regular boarding; Meals are coming back https://passrider.beehiiv.com/podcast/s/what_s_happening_in_travel_with_cushrow_and_kerwin/episode_75_u_s_airlines_trying_to_get_back_to_normal_southwest_airlines_and_jetblue_back_to_regular_boarding_meals_are_coming_back Airlines 3:47 - U.S. Airlines trying to get back to normal Southwest Airlines and JetBlue back to regular boarding Meals are coming back 8:48 - The U.S.’ Mesa Air Group dips its toes in Europe 15:51 - Norway’s trans-Atlantic low cost airline experiment... Sat, 27 Mar 2021 23:00:00 +0000 3515 Kerwin McKenzie and Cushrow Parakh false full 75 2 Airlines

  • 3:47 - U.S. Airlines trying to get back to normal

    •  Southwest Airlines and JetBlue back to regular boarding 

    •  Meals are coming back 

  • 8:48 - The U.S.’ Mesa Air Group dips its toes in Europe

  • 15:51 - Norway’s trans-Atlantic low cost airline experiment Round 2

  • 24:02 - Ethiopian pioneers an Africa-centric health passport

  • 34:09 - SpiceJet’s IFE gets innovative

  • 40:24 - China Airlines joins the list of carriers retiring their passenger 744s

  • 45:20 - ANA takes a page out of Singapore Airlines’ playbook

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]]> Episode 74: The aircraft leasing industry gets a new behemoth; Airbus targets Boeing with its potential A350F https://passrider.beehiiv.com/podcast/s/what_s_happening_in_travel_with_cushrow_and_kerwin/episode_74_the_aircraft_leasing_industry_gets_a_new_behemoth_airbus_targets_boeing_with_its_potential_a350f Episode 74 Aircraft - The aircraft leasing industry gets a new behemoth - Airbus targets Boeing with its potential A350F Other - The IATA Travel Pass gains worldwide traction Airport - Airport de-icing trucks start to go electric Where To Find Us Apple... Tue, 23 Mar 2021 23:00:00 +0000 2927 Kerwin McKenzie and Cushrow Parakh false full 74 2 Episode 74

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  • - The aircraft leasing industry gets a new behemoth

  • - Airbus targets Boeing with its potential A350F

Other

  • - The IATA Travel Pass gains worldwide traction

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  • - Airport de-icing trucks start to go electric

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]]> Episode 73: Malaysia Airlines showcases its employees’ handicrafts; Southwest and Boeing are reportedly close to a huge deal https://passrider.beehiiv.com/podcast/s/what_s_happening_in_travel_with_cushrow_and_kerwin/episode_73_malaysia_airlines_showcases_its_employees_handicrafts_southwest_and_boeing_are_reportedly_close_to_a_huge_deal Episode 73 Airlines - Malaysia Airlines showcases its employees’ handicrafts - Southwest and Boeing are reportedly close to a huge deal - The 737 Max re-entry into service gathers steam - jetBlue is also a travel technology company? - Norge another air... Sat, 20 Mar 2021 23:00:00 +0000 4506 Kerwin McKenzie and Cushrow Parakh true full 73 2 Episode 73

 

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  • - Malaysia Airlines showcases its employees’ handicrafts

  • - Southwest and Boeing are reportedly close to a huge deal

  • - The 737 Max re-entry into service gathers steam

  • - jetBlue is also a travel technology company?

  • - Norge another airline across 

  • - Ryanair and British Airways roll out travel document portals

  • - Norway’s Wideroe aims to be an electric pioneer 

  • - Icelandair consolidates its operations under one brand

  • - Emirates makes it expensive for its unvaccinated cabin crew

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]]> Episode 72: An Air France 772 is the victim of a colossal security failure at CDG; FedEx integrates TNT Airlines in Europe, but not without controversy https://passrider.beehiiv.com/podcast/s/what_s_happening_in_travel_with_cushrow_and_kerwin/episode_72_an_air_france_772_is_the_victim_of_a_colossal_security_failure_at_cdg_fedex_integrates_tnt_airlines_in_europe_but_not_without_controversy Episode 72 Airlines - An Air France 772 is the victim of a colossal security failure at CDG - FedEx integrates TNT Airlines in Europe, but not without controversy - Malaysia Airlines’ premium cabin inflight products are now for sale - Qantas relaunches... Tue, 16 Mar 2021 23:00:00 +0000 2631 Kerwin McKenzie and Cushrow Parakh false full 72 2 Episode 72

 

Airlines

  • - An Air France 772 is the victim of a colossal security failure at CDG

  • - FedEx integrates TNT Airlines in Europe, but not without controversy

  • - Malaysia Airlines’ premium cabin inflight products are now for sale

  • - Qantas relaunches “Mystery Flights”

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]]> Episode 71: Universal Hydrogen beefs up its personnel; Honeywell expands its onboard UV treatment product line https://passrider.beehiiv.com/podcast/s/what_s_happening_in_travel_with_cushrow_and_kerwin/episode_71_universal_hydrogen_beefs_up_its_personnel_honeywell_expands_its_onboard_uv_treatment_product_line Episode 71 Other 7:34 - Universal Hydrogen beefs up its personnel - Honeywell expands its onboard UV treatment product line - Is Boeing on track to become the next McDonnell Douglas? - Digital health certificates take off - A carbon-free transatlantic ... Sat, 13 Mar 2021 00:00:00 +0000 5324 Kerwin McKenzie and Cushrow Parakh false full 71 2 Episode 71

 

Other

  • 7:34 - Universal Hydrogen beefs up its personnel

  • - Honeywell expands its onboard UV treatment product line

  • - Is Boeing on track to become the next McDonnell Douglas?

  • - Digital health certificates take off

  • - A carbon-free transatlantic flight competition gets its first entrants

  • - Are single-pilot flight operations really going to happen?

  • - Will you listen to your onboard seat’s advice?

  • - Aircraft seat design goes even more high tech

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]]> Episode 70: The 73M is slowly rehabilitated around the world; United 777 have engine issues on takeoff https://passrider.beehiiv.com/podcast/s/what_s_happening_in_travel_with_cushrow_and_kerwin/episode_70_the_73m_is_slowly_rehabilitated_around_the_world_united_777_have_engine_issues_on_takeoff Episode 70 Aircraft 2:06 - The 73M is slowly rehabilitated around the world 7:10 - The 777 is now Boeing’s latest new problem (United's 777 lost power to an engine on takeoff), but the besieged Max and the 787 are still problem children 26:10 - Boeing ... Wed, 10 Mar 2021 00:00:00 +0000 2235 Kerwin McKenzie and Cushrow Parakh false full 70 2 Episode 70

 

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  • 2:06 - The 73M is slowly rehabilitated around the world

  • 7:10 - The 777 is now Boeing’s latest new problem (United's 777 lost power to an engine on takeoff), but the besieged Max and the 787 are still problem children

  • 26:10 - Boeing rolls out its last 787 at the Everett plant

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]]> Episode 69: TWA’s flight 800 wreckage to be destroyed; British Airways and Dettol partner up https://passrider.beehiiv.com/podcast/s/what_s_happening_in_travel_with_cushrow_and_kerwin/episode_69_twa_s_flight_800_wreckage_to_be_destroyed_british_airways_and_dettol_partner_up Episode 69 Airlines TWA’s flight 800 wreckage to be destroyed British Airways and Dettol partner up Finnair tries something new Swiss goes luxe with Sprüngli onboard And just when you thought the flights to nowhere craze had ended….. Emirates flies a m... Wed, 03 Mar 2021 00:00:00 +0000 4673 Kerwin McKenzie and Cushrow Parakh false full 69 2 Episode 69

 

Airlines

  • TWA’s flight 800 wreckage to be destroyed

  • British Airways and Dettol partner up

  • Finnair tries something new

  • Swiss goes luxe with Sprüngli onboard

  • And just when you thought the flights to nowhere craze had ended…..

  • Emirates flies a milestone of sorts in the COVID era

  • Etihad up-cycles aircraft interiors into art

  • ANA goes all digital with its available magazines! Global Wings I

  • SkyTeam launches an online COVID testing directory

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]]> Episode 68: Schiphol Airport aims to be the most sustainable airport in the world; Aeroport de Paris abandons plans for CDG T4 Aircraft https://passrider.beehiiv.com/podcast/s/what_s_happening_in_travel_with_cushrow_and_kerwin/episode_68_schiphol_airport_aims_to_be_the_most_sustainable_airport_in_the_world_aeroport_de_paris_abandons_plans_for_cdg_t4_aircraft Episode 68 Airport Schiphol Airport aims to be the most sustainable airport in the world Aeroport de Paris abandons plans for CDG T4 Aircraft Aircraft Boeing moves 737 vertical fin manufacturing to India Other Yet another health passport debuts Where T... Sun, 21 Feb 2021 00:00:00 +0000 3028 Kerwin McKenzie and Cushrow Parakh false full 68 2 Episode 68

 

Airport

  • Schiphol Airport aims to be the most sustainable airport in the world

  • Aeroport de Paris abandons plans for CDG T4 Aircraft

Aircraft

  • Boeing moves 737 vertical fin manufacturing to India

Other

  • Yet another health passport debuts

 

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]]> Episode 67: Domestic U.S. COVID-19 Test maybe coming; Delta offers its customers a digital concierge service https://passrider.beehiiv.com/podcast/s/what_s_happening_in_travel_with_cushrow_and_kerwin/episode_67_domestic_u_s_covid-19_test_maybe_coming_delta_offers_its_customers_a_digital_concierge_service Episode 67 Airlines Domestic U.S. COVID-19 Test maybe coming Delta offers its customers a digital concierge service UPS squeezes an additional twenty years of life out of its A300s United makes a huge investment for an electric future KLM makes history... Sun, 14 Feb 2021 00:00:00 +0000 5616 Kerwin McKenzie and Cushrow Parakh false full 67 2 Episode 67

 

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  • Domestic U.S. COVID-19 Test maybe coming

  • Delta offers its customers a digital concierge service

  • UPS squeezes an additional twenty years of life out of its A300s

  • United makes a huge investment for an electric future

  • KLM makes history with a world’s first flight

  • And Lufthansa Group’s choice for its brand-new airline is …… confusing

  • Lufthansa turns against its one-time partner

  • An in-flight academic experience on Iberia coming soon?

  • Etihad debuts another world’s first.  Or does it?

  • United flies the MAX 9 Denver to Houston on the 11th

  • Air Namibia and LATAM Argentina bite the dust

  • Another reason to fly in Cathay Pacific’s premium cabins

  • Get ready for a slew of new airlines in 2021

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]]> Episode 66: Flair Airlines expands with the 737 MAX; Canada flight closures; Lufthansa is next to revamp its onboard meal menus https://passrider.beehiiv.com/podcast/s/what_s_happening_in_travel_with_cushrow_and_kerwin/episode_66_flair_airlines_expands_with_the_737_max_canada_flight_closures_lufthansa_is_next_to_revamp_its_onboard_meal_menus Episode 66 Airlines - Flair Airlines expands with the 737 MAX - Canada flight closures - Lufthansa is next to revamp its onboard meal menus - Etihad tests yet another health pass Aircraft - Boeing’s 737-10 gets delayed by 3 years - JetBlue Mint Studio ... Sun, 07 Feb 2021 00:00:00 +0000 5004 Kerwin McKenzie and Cushrow Parakh false full 66 2 Episode 66

 

Airlines

- Flair Airlines expands with the 737 MAX

- Canada flight closures

- Lufthansa is next to revamp its onboard meal menus

- Etihad tests yet another health pass

 

Aircraft

- Boeing’s 737-10 gets delayed by 3 years

- JetBlue Mint Studio 

- The 777-9 is also delayed

- Boeing re-examines the case for the NMA

 

Other

- Israel shuts down all commercial passenger air traffic in and out of the country

- Oakland becomes the first U.S. airport to sell COVID 19 test kits from vending machines

- Book now pay later schemes take center stage during the pandemic

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]]> Episode 65: Canada clears the Boeing 73 Max for operations; More 737 MAX Stories https://passrider.beehiiv.com/podcast/s/what_s_happening_in_travel_with_cushrow_and_kerwin/episode_65_canada_clears_the_boeing_73_max_for_operations_more_737_max_stories Episode 65 Aircraft Canada clears the Boeing 73 Max for operations Is the Boeing 737 Max clear of further negative publicity? Don’t bet on it Indonesia 737 crash update Boeing commits to 100% sustainable fuel usage capability by 2030 The Dash 8 enters ... Wed, 27 Jan 2021 00:00:00 +0000 3206 Kerwin McKenzie and Cushrow Parakh false full 65 2 Episode 65

 

 Aircraft

  • Canada clears the Boeing 73 Max for operations

  • Is the Boeing 737 Max clear of further negative publicity?  Don’t bet on it

  • Indonesia 737 crash update

  • Boeing commits to 100% sustainable fuel usage capability by 2030

  • The Dash 8 enters the firefighting business in a big way

Airports

  • Kuala Lumpur moves aggressively on facial recognition

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]]> Episode 64: American Airlines markets its premium onboard wines to the general public; IAG gets a good deal on Air Europa; KLM takes a big hit on long haul services https://passrider.beehiiv.com/podcast/s/what_s_happening_in_travel_with_cushrow_and_kerwin/episode_64_american_airlines_markets_its_premium_onboard_wines_to_the_general_public_iag_gets_a_good_deal_on_air_europa_klm_takes_a_big_hit_on_long_haul_services Episode 64 Airlines American Airlines markets its premium onboard wines to the general public IAG gets a good deal on Air Europa KLM takes a big hit on long haul services Is 75 years of the storied Alitalia name enough for the EU? Wizz Air Abu Dhabi st... Tue, 26 Jan 2021 00:00:00 +0000 3959 Kerwin McKenzie and Cushrow Parakh false full 64 2 Episode 64

 Airlines

  • American Airlines markets its premium onboard wines to the general public

  • IAG gets a good deal on Air Europa

  • KLM takes a big hit on long haul services

  • Is 75 years of the storied Alitalia name enough for the EU?

  • Wizz Air Abu Dhabi starts services

  • Vietravel Airlines is the sixth airline in Vietnam

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]]> Episode 63: China’s COMAC ARJ21 regional jet gets its first international customer; Atlas Air is the customer to take delivery of the final 747s produced https://passrider.beehiiv.com/podcast/s/what_s_happening_in_travel_with_cushrow_and_kerwin/episode_63_china_s_comac_arj21_regional_jet_gets_its_first_international_customer_atlas_air_is_the_customer_to_take_delivery_of_the_final_747s_produced Episode 63 Aircraft China’s COMAC ARJ21 regional jet gets its first international customer Atlas Air is the customer to take delivery of the final 747s produced The US Department of Justice levies a huge fine on Boeing The A321LR sets another world dis... Mon, 18 Jan 2021 00:00:00 +0000 3204 Kerwin McKenzie and Cushrow Parakh false full 63 2 Episode 63

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  • China’s COMAC ARJ21 regional jet gets its first international customer

  • Atlas Air is the customer to take delivery of the final 747s produced

  • The US Department of Justice levies a huge fine on Boeing

  • The A321LR sets another world distance record in commercial operations

Other

  • Japan Rail Café chain adds Japan Airlines onboard food items to its menu

  • Boeing closes its advanced R&D facility in Seattle

  • The US tightens its entry requirements for international arriving passengers

  • CNN ditches its Airport Network channel

  • The US adds China’s COMAC and AVIC to its sanctions list.

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]]> Episode 62: Most US airlines realign their policies towards service animals; Delta’s Global Cleanliness division expands its scope https://passrider.beehiiv.com/podcast/s/what_s_happening_in_travel_with_cushrow_and_kerwin/episode_62_most_us_airlines_realign_their_policies_towards_service_animals_delta_s_global_cleanliness_division_expands_its_scope Episode 62 Airlines - Most US airlines realign their policies towards service animals - Delta’s Global Cleanliness division expands its scope - WestJet is likely the next airline to reintroduce the 737 Max to service - British Airways refashions its Eu... Sun, 17 Jan 2021 00:00:00 +0000 4190 Kerwin McKenzie and Cushrow Parakh false full 62 2 Episode 62

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  • - Most US airlines realign their policies towards service animals

  • - Delta’s Global Cleanliness division expands its scope

  • - WestJet is likely the next airline to reintroduce the 737 Max to service

  • - British Airways refashions its EuroTraveller onboard menu

  • - British Airways tries to capitalize on its BOAC heritage

  • - EasyJet tightens its onboard baggage allowance

  • - Norwegian restructures drastically

  • - Qatar Airways plans a future with only 5 A380s

  • - A lot of Qatar Airways flight durations suddenly get a lot shorter

  • - Singapore Airlines keeps track of its crews when overseas

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]]> Episode 61: - Boeing’s amazing 777X faces strong headwinds; Boeing finally goes the extra mile to support airlines re-introducing their 737 MAX aircraft into service https://passrider.beehiiv.com/podcast/s/what_s_happening_in_travel_with_cushrow_and_kerwin/episode_61_-_boeing_s_amazing_777x_faces_strong_headwinds_boeing_finally_goes_the_extra_mile_to_support_airlines_re-introducing_their_737_max_aircraft_into_service Episode 61 Aircraft - Boeing’s amazing 777X faces strong headwinds - Boeing finally goes the extra mile to support airlines re-introducing their 737 MAX aircraft into service Other - Boeing joins the up-cycling trend, as does Delta - IATA’s comprehensi... Mon, 11 Jan 2021 00:00:00 +0000 3846 Kerwin McKenzie and Cushrow Parakh false full 61 2 Episode 61

 

Aircraft

- Boeing’s amazing 777X faces strong headwinds

- Boeing finally goes the extra mile to support airlines re-introducing their 737 MAX aircraft into service

Other

- Boeing joins the up-cycling trend, as does Delta

- IATA’s comprehensive Travel Pass app is close to introduction

- The UK’s largest private COVID testing facility opens at LHR

- LHR gets legal vindication for its plans for a third runway

 

- Could airline mergers in the U.S. be in the cards for 2021?

59:15 - We answer reader questions and comments on previous episodes; why Canada uses both Fahrenheit and Celsius and also about meal vouchers that are offered to passengers.

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 Airlines

  • 3:05 - Alaska Airlines gives Boeing’s dwindling MAX order book a boost

  • - jetBlue takes delivery of its first A220.  And announces big changes in its frequent flyer program

  • - United joins Delta in requesting contact tracing information from passengers

  • - WestJet slashes Feb and Mar capacity after continuing national health restrictions

  • - United’s revolutionary new baggage handling system opens at IAH

  • -  Italy’s on-again, off-again new EGO Airways announced a start date

  • - India’s brand new regional carrier, FlyBig, starts operations

  • - Eat and drink before boarding a domestic flight in Thailand

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]]> Episode 59: Air Canada And Lufthansa Joins The Biometric Boarding; More New Airlines Launching And We Talk About Airport Profiling https://passrider.beehiiv.com/podcast/s/what_s_happening_in_travel_with_cushrow_and_kerwin/episode_59_air_canada_and_lufthansa_joins_the_biometric_boarding_more_new_airlines_launching_and_we_talk_about_airport_profiling Episode 59 Airline 3:58 - Air Canada joins the biometric boarding set and launches service at San Francisco 14:30 - Lufthansa rolls out the Star Alliance Biometric platform 19:20 - Norway’s getting yet another domestic airline - Lift Airlines launches ... Sun, 03 Jan 2021 00:00:00 +0000 4908 Kerwin McKenzie and Cushrow Parakh false full 59 2 Episode 59

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  • 3:58 - Air Canada joins the biometric boarding set and launches service at San Francisco

  • 14:30 - Lufthansa rolls out the Star Alliance Biometric platform

  • 19:20 - Norway’s getting yet another domestic airline

  • - Lift Airlines launches service in South Africa

  • - Not unexpectedly, Montenegro Airlines shuts down

  • - MySpace on Oman Air has nothing to do with social media

  • - A very unique OTT Airlines launches in China

  • - Japan Airlines rewards passenger who skip onboard meals

  • - Cathay Pacific’s new narrow-body J seat is unveiled

  • - Emirates new premium economy seat 

  • - Virgin Australia restructures it Boeing 737 MAX orders

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]]> Episode 58: Dedicated To The Return Of The Boeing 737 MAX https://passrider.beehiiv.com/podcast/s/what_s_happening_in_travel_with_cushrow_and_kerwin/episode_58_dedicated_to_the_return_of_the_boeing_737_max Episode 58 Aircraft 2:43 - Boeing’s 737 MAX is quietly rehabilitated into airline flight schedules GOL, AeroMexico and American Airlines 16:30 - Boeing delivers its first new 737 MAX post-grounding 20:50 - Azores Airlines new route Ponta Delgada to Ber... Thu, 31 Dec 2020 00:00:00 +0000 2637 Kerwin McKenzie and Cushrow Parakh false full 58 1 Episode 58

 

Aircraft

  • 2:43 - Boeing’s 737 MAX is quietly rehabilitated into airline flight schedulesGOL, AeroMexico and American Airlines

  • 16:30 - Boeing delivers its first new 737 MAX post-grounding

  • 20:50 - Azores Airlines new route Ponta Delgada to Bermuda

  • 24:18 - Russia’s MC21 flies again – but with Russian-built engines

  • 29:28 - Yet more assembly line problems for Boeing’s revolutionary 787

  • We talk about Boeing shifting production of the 787 from Everett, Washington 

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]]> Episode 57: United Airlines and British Airways commits to net zero carbon emissions by 2050; United launches Agent On Demand at its Chicago and Houston airport hubs https://passrider.beehiiv.com/podcast/s/what_s_happening_in_travel_with_cushrow_and_kerwin/episode_57_united_airlines_and_british_airways_commits_to_net_zero_carbon_emissions_by_2050_united_launches_agent_on_demand_at_its_chicago_and_houston_airport_hubs Episode 57 Airlines 3:17 - United Airlines aims to be “100% green” by 2050 8:26 - British Airways follows UA’s lead and commits to net zero carbon emissions by 2050 in a unique partnership 15:24 - United launches Agent On Demand at its Chicago and Hous... Tue, 29 Dec 2020 00:00:00 +0000 3304 Kerwin McKenzie and Cushrow Parakh false full 57 1 Episode 57

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  • 3:17 - United Airlines aims to be “100% green” by 2050

  • 8:26 - British Airways follows UA’s lead and commits to net zero carbon emissions by 2050 in a unique partnership

  • 15:24 - United launches Agent On Demand at its Chicago and Houston airport hubs

  • 28:25 - American Airlines expands pre-flight COVID testing to all U.S. destinations with travel restrictions

  • We talk about passengers flying with COVID-19 and not letting the airlines know and their behavior to the travel restrictions set by airlines, airports and countries. And talk about some instances of passengers on planes with COVID-19. Head over to www.travelrestrictions.info for details about travel restrictions

  • 44:18 - American Airlines offers free inflight messaging

 

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]]> Episode 56: The controversial episode; we talk about pets onboard, the 737 MAX and more flights/cruise to nowhere https://passrider.beehiiv.com/podcast/s/what_s_happening_in_travel_with_cushrow_and_kerwin/episode_56_the_controversial_episode_we_talk_about_pets_onboard_the_737_max_and_more_flights_cruise_to_nowhere Episode 56 The controversial episode. Airports 1:32 - The intriguing relationship between wasps and aircraft pitot tubes Aircraft 8:35 - The problematic 737 MAX gets a vote of confidence from Ryanair 14:28 - The Dornier 328 is reincarnated Airlines 20:... Mon, 14 Dec 2020 00:00:00 +0000 4384 Kerwin McKenzie and Cushrow Parakh false full 56 1 Episode 56

The controversial episode.

Airports

  • 1:32 - The intriguing relationship between wasps and aircraft pitot tubes

Aircraft

  • 8:35 - The problematic 737 MAX gets a vote of confidence from Ryanair

  • 14:28 - The Dornier 328 is reincarnated

Airlines

  • 20:52 - U.S. airlines finally get control of the emotional support animal situation

  • 28:57 - Delta pioneers contact tracing for the U.S. government

  • 35:03 - Air France-KLM follows Delta to offer quarantine-free international flights

  • 40:17 - Breeze Aviation finds a unique source for prospective flight attendants

  • 46:08 - Virgin Atlantic sends off its final Boeing 747-400 with style

  • 50:29 - La Compagnie resurfaces in Dec to capitalize on resurgent holiday travel

  • 54:11 - Emirates finally reveals its much-awaited Premium Economy class

  • 59:49 - Peach Aviation (low cost carrier for ANA) has another flight to nowhere with an educational twist

  • 1:07:07 - Singapore’s unique cruises to nowhere program hits a snag

Coming next week...The 737 MAX goes back into commercial service

 

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]]> Episode 55: Delta and United pioneer quarantine-free international travel and we talk about traveling during COVID-19 times in general https://passrider.beehiiv.com/podcast/s/what_s_happening_in_travel_with_cushrow_and_kerwin/episode_55_delta_and_united_pioneer_quarantine-free_international_travel_and_we_talk_about_traveling_during_covid-19_times_in_general Episode 55 Airlines 2:10 - Delta and United pioneer quarantine-free international travel and we talk about traveling during COVID-19 times in general 15:52 - The newly resurgent RAVN Alaska gets repackaged into the new Rambler Air 10:28 - British Airwa... Fri, 04 Dec 2020 00:00:00 +0000 4435 Kerwin McKenzie and Cushrow Parakh false full 55 1 Episode 55

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  • 2:10 - Delta and United pioneer quarantine-free international travel and we talk about traveling during COVID-19 times in general

  • 15:52 - The newly resurgent RAVN Alaska gets repackaged into the new Rambler Air

  • 10:28 - British Airways’ unlikely “magical flying experience at home” experiment

  • 29:19 - Retro-liveried British Airways 747s will live on in the UK

  • 35:31 - Lufthansa envisions a lie flat future for economy class

  • 40:36 - Will tiny Montenegro Airlines be one of the first European COVID casualties?

  • 45:09 - Singapore Airlines revamps its short- and medium-haul meals

  • 51:06 - Qantas’ plans for post-COVID-19 travel

Airports

  • 57:53 - Is the newly renovated BER Terminal 5 in trouble already?

  • 1:02:05 - The much-anticipated Hong Kong-Singapore air travel bubble seems jinxed

Aircraft

  • 1:07:52 - The Dash 8 gets a custom disinfecting robot

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]]> Episode 54: Delta Air Lines bucks the current trend and extends middle seat blocking; Delta tests curb-to-gate biometric experience at Detroit https://passrider.beehiiv.com/podcast/s/what_s_happening_in_travel_with_cushrow_and_kerwin/episode_54_delta_air_lines_bucks_the_current_trend_and_extends_middle_seat_blocking_delta_tests_curb-to-gate_biometric_experience_at_detroit Episode 54 Airlines 1:59 - Delta Air Lines bucks the current trend and extends middle seat blocking The Delta tag line is "Keep Climbing" 5:13 - Delta tests curb-to-gate biometric experience at Detroit 12:59 - Delta and WestJet part ways in their propo... Tue, 24 Nov 2020 00:00:00 +0000 4503 Kerwin McKenzie and Cushrow Parakh false full 54 1 Episode 54

 

Airlines

  • 1:59 - Delta Air Lines bucks the current trend and extends middle seat blocking

    • The Delta tag line is "Keep Climbing"

  • 5:13 - Delta tests curb-to-gate biometric experience at Detroit

  • 12:59 - Delta and WestJet part ways in their proposed joint venture

  • 21:26 - jetBlue to provide free COVID testing at JFK T5 and

  • 26:02 - jetBlue gets slots at London airports

  • 29:25 - Ready for PLAY, i.e. WOW Air version 2.0?

  • 34:12 - MOM Air – a smart Icelandic idea or cynical experiment in human gullibility

  • 46:42 - The Lufthansa Group joins the buy-on-board set

  • 51:22 - The much anticipated Hong Kong Singapore air travel bubble gets a bit deflated

  • 56:50 - Speed dating going nowhere, for Taiwanese citizens only.  Yes, that’s a thing now

  • 1:02:42 - Will South Korea’s Asiana Airlines be the first large airline domino to fall during COVID?

  • 1:08:43 - Happy 100th birthday, Qantas!

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]]> Episode 53: Interview with Aviation YouTuber Flight Reviewer Josh Cahill https://passrider.beehiiv.com/podcast/s/what_s_happening_in_travel_with_cushrow_and_kerwin/episode_53_interview_with_aviation_youtuber_flight_reviewer_josh_cahill Episode 53 Interview with Josh Cahill In this episode, we chat with Aviation YouTuber, Josh Cahill. Josh is German, but grew up In Australia and is perhaps THE top Flight Reviewer out there. He pays for the majority of his flights in all cabins of serv... Wed, 18 Nov 2020 00:00:00 +0000 2934 Kerwin McKenzie and Cushrow Parakh false full 53 1 Episode 53

 

Interview with Josh Cahill

In this episode, we chat with Aviation YouTuber, Josh Cahill.

Josh is German, but grew up In Australia and is perhaps THE top Flight Reviewer out there. He pays for the majority of his flights in all cabins of service and films his adventures and make YouTube videos.

You can find Josh at these locations:

Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/gotravelyourway/

YouTube - https://www.youtube.com/joshcahill/

Website - https://www.gotravelyourway.com/

 

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Travel, Airports and Aircraft

  • 3:16 - Airbus dramatically revamps its A320 family aircraft passenger entry area (Hero lighting)

  • 9:36 - Is this the beginning of the end of hard copy inflight magazines?

  • 19:00 - WizzAir UK discovers that current pitot tube covers can be inadequate protection

  • 25:20 - Singapore starts its first cruise to nowhere

Airlines

  • 31:52 - Start saying goodbye to blocked middle seats on US airlines

  • 40:39 - United goes paperless for hotel vouchers in its drive to cut costs.

  • 46:49 United introduces an updated cleaning solution for its high traffic airport areas.

  • 57:59 - Ravn Alaska restarts operations. Sort of. But much to the relief of isolated Alaskans.

  • 1:05:51 - More details of FlyPOP, the UKs first long-haul LCC

  • 1:14:00 - Emirates SkyCargo inducts its first, temporary, A380

  • 1:20:27 - Qantas moves to eliminate manned airport service desks

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]]> Episode 51:Berlin-Tegel, closes, WestJet begins yet another unique new testing routine at Calgary, Delta’s last 777 flight https://passrider.beehiiv.com/podcast/s/what_s_happening_in_travel_with_cushrow_and_kerwin/episode_51_berlin-tegel_closes_westjet_begins_yet_another_unique_new_testing_routine_at_calgary_delta_s_last_777_flight Episode 51 Airports 1:42 - Berlin-Tegel closed and Berlin-Brandenberg opens Airlines 10:25 - WestJet begins yet another unique new testing routine at Calgary 16:34 - Delta’s last 777 flight 20:56 - Mexico’s Interjet and perhaps Norwegian (26:46) are in... Sun, 08 Nov 2020 00:00:00 +0000 4905 Kerwin McKenzie and Cushrow Parakh false full 51 1 Episode 51

 

Airports 

  • 1:42 - Berlin-Tegel closed and Berlin-Brandenberg opens

Airlines

  • 10:25 - WestJet begins yet another unique new testing routine at Calgary

  • 16:34 - Delta’s last 777 flight

  • 20:56 - Mexico’s Interjet and perhaps Norwegian (26:46) are in serious trouble

  • 27:51 - The unloved A380 exits the HiFly fleet

  • 34:00 - Austrian Airlines joins parent Lufthansa in a joint COVID testing strategy

  • 44:39 - Thai International joins the growing list of worldwide airlines retiring their 747

  • 46:33 - Seeking a “Magical Flying Experience” on Thai International?

  • 55:41 - Hong Kong Express debuts its hot-selling flights to nowhere

  • 1:00:00 - What do flyPOP, Lift, Rex, and Miami Air have in common?

  • 1:15:36 - Southwest is having furloughs

 

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]]> Episode 50: Interview With Travel Marketing Exec Michael Collins From TravelMedia.ie https://passrider.beehiiv.com/podcast/s/what_s_happening_in_travel_with_cushrow_and_kerwin/episode_50_interview_with_travel_marketing_exec_michael_collins_from_travelmedia_ie Episode 50 In this week's episode, we talk with Michael Collins, who owns and operate the Dublin-bases travel marketing firm, TravelMedia.ie. Michael's been traveling around Europe and to/from the Caribbean during the pandemic and shares his findings a... Thu, 05 Nov 2020 00:00:00 +0000 3266 Kerwin McKenzie and Cushrow Parakh false full 50 1 Episode 50

In this week's episode, we talk with Michael Collins, who owns and operate the Dublin-bases travel marketing firm, TravelMedia.ie.Michael's been traveling around Europe and to/from the Caribbean during the pandemic and shares his findings and points of view with us.

TravelMedia.ie is a Dublin-based specialist travel public relations, marketing, representation, events, communications and social media company. Established in 2006, TravelMedia.ie works primarily in the outbound travel industry, assisting clients in Ireland, the UK, the U.S. and Europe.

You may have used his clients and not know it as Bradley Airport (BDL) in Hartford, CT in the U.S. and Aer Lingus based in Dublin are also his clients.

I met Michael a few years back in my travels as a travel content creator. As he travels a lot, we became good friends and often talk about earning mile sand points. Here's some ore about Michael.

Michael Collins is the founder and MD of TravelMedia.ie and TTR, a travel specialist PR agency and a travel trade representation company.

Michael has worked in the travel and media industries for 20 years. During this time, he has worked as a travel journalist, editor, and publisher with Backpacker, Abroad and Irish Business Traveller magazines. He has also worked in television and radio as a presenter and travel expert.

In 2006 Michael founded TravelMedia.ie (TM), a specialist travel digital PR agency. TM works with Irish and international airlines, tourist boards, hotels, travel tech start-ups and tour operators, assisting them with all things PR, digital, including SEO, SEM, UX, content marketing, PPC, social advertising, remarketing, video production, social media and channel management, blogging, blogger outreach programs and media buying.

In 2016, Travel Trade Representation (TTR) was launched. TTR are specialists in offering representation services to international clients servicing the Irish, UK and EU travel and tourism markets.

Michael speaks at many international travel and tourism conferences, as well as travel blogger and influencer events.

Today, we get a chance to hear Michael talks about how he and his business are surviving during the pandemic.

TravelMedia.ie

 

  • 0.00 - Introduction

  • 4:24 - Michael talks about British Airways' first flight back to Barbados during the pandemic; first time in 13 years that the flight is now out of Heathrow (LHR) as opposed to Gatwick (LGW).

  • 8:17 - What sort of medical preparation did you have to make to board this flight? Are there mandatory testing in barbados on arrival for admittance?

  • 10:44 - What if you don't stay for 4 days? Do you still have to restrict your movements?

  • 12:00 - Is the test after arrival into Barbados at your expense and at a location you have to set up?

  • 13:20 - Michael

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]]> Episode 49: Could aircraft cleaning technology get even more rigorous? Delta thinks so, The Boeing 777 leaves Delta Air Lines this week https://passrider.beehiiv.com/podcast/s/what_s_happening_in_travel_with_cushrow_and_kerwin/episode_49_could_aircraft_cleaning_technology_get_even_more_rigorous_delta_thinks_so_the_boeing_777_leaves_delta_air_lines_this_week Airlines 2:30 - Could aircraft cleaning technology get even more rigorous? Delta thinks so 8:51 - The Boeing 777 leaves Delta Air Lines this week - DL8777 making its last commercial flight 11:42 - Lithuania’s Heston Aviation decides Europe needs yet an... Tue, 03 Nov 2020 00:00:00 +0000 2452 Kerwin McKenzie and Cushrow Parakh false full 49 1 Airlines

  • 2:30 - Could aircraft cleaning technology get even more rigorous?  Delta thinks so

  • 8:51 - The Boeing 777 leaves Delta Air Lines this week - DL8777 making its last commercial flight

  • 11:42 - Lithuania’s Heston Aviation decides Europe needs yet another new airline

  • 16:09 - Italy’s new EGO Airways plans don’t look promising at all

  • 18:56 - South African Airways lives to see another day.  Again

  • 21:21 - India’s SpiceJet starts operation of its unique Spice Shuttle subsidiary

  • 25:50 - Japan's ANA believes it needs a third airline to survive in the future

  • 31:36 - JAL reducing fleet sizes

  • 33:38 - Qantas has a flight to somewhere, umm...

  • 37:19 - First scheduled service flight of the A321F

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]]> Episode 48: Berlin-Brandenburg Opens Finally; LGA Has COVID-19 Testing Available https://passrider.beehiiv.com/podcast/s/what_s_happening_in_travel_with_cushrow_and_kerwin/episode_48_berlin-brandenburg_opens_finally_lga_has_covid-19_testing_available Airports 1:30 - An easyJet A320 makes history in Germany as Berlin-Brandenburg Airport opens finally. U23110 as it flew across the city from Berlin-Tegel to Berlin-Brandenburg. 13:32 - LaGuardia Airport (LGA) has free covid-19 testing 14:33 - United la... Sat, 31 Oct 2020 23:00:00 +0000 4196 Kerwin McKenzie and Cushrow Parakh false full 48 1 Airports

  • 1:30 - An easyJet A320 makes history in Germany as Berlin-Brandenburg Airport opens finally. U23110 as it flew across the city from Berlin-Tegel to Berlin-Brandenburg.

  • 13:32 - LaGuardia Airport (LGA) has free covid-19 testing 

  • 14:33 - United launches free COVID-19 testing but…

  • 16:54 - United  reports on Hawaii flights

Aircraft

  • 21:50 - Fancy a conference, party, or movie on a 744?  Head to Cotswold Airport in the UK in 2021

  • 27: 47 - Boeing has trouble with new software for its 747s

  • 32:33 - And the launch customer for the 777-300ER freighter is ………

  • 35:59 - Is Airbus history repeating itself, but now with Boeing?

  • 42:06 - Brazil’s Embraer provides hints of a new turboprop commercial aircraft

  • 50:15 - Say hello to the world’s first two (and rare) A330-800s

  • 54:42 - Another new world’s longest commercial flight.  With a twist. Listen for details...

  • 59:46 - Commercial flights on the TU-154 are no more

  • 1:03:05 - Japan’s re-entry into commercial aircraft production will have to wait

  • 1:07:00 - A listener answers a question that Cushrow had in a previous episode.

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]]> Episode 47: A Casual Conversation WIth Charles Duncan, President Swoop https://passrider.beehiiv.com/podcast/s/what_s_happening_in_travel_with_cushrow_and_kerwin/episode_47_a_casual_conversation_with_charles_duncan_president_swoop This week is a very special episode as we talk with our friend and ex-colleague at Continental Airlines/United, now President of Canada-based, Swoop, Charles Duncan. Charles Duncan joined WestJet in June of 2017 as the President of WestJet Encore. In A... Wed, 28 Oct 2020 21:00:00 +0000 3447 Kerwin McKenzie and Cushrow Parakh false full 47 1  

This week is a very special episode as we talk with our friend and ex-colleague at Continental Airlines/United, now President of Canada-based, Swoop, Charles Duncan.

Charles Duncan joined WestJet in June of 2017 as the President of WestJet Encore. In August 2018 he became Executive Vice President and Chief Strategy Officer before becoming the President of Swoop, WestJet’s ultra-low-cost carrier in April 2020.

As President of Swoop, Charles has accountability for all aspects of the business, including short and long-term planning, branding, pricing, product development and operations. Charles will drive Swoop’s footprint in Canada in support of the WestJet Group’s longterm strategy.

In addition to being the President of Swoop, Charles also oversees WestJet Cargo where he is focused on the domestic and international growth of the airline’s in-house cargo services. Prior to joining WestJet, Charles enjoyed a long and successful career with Continental Airlines and then, through merger, with United Airlines.

He navigated the commercial side of the Continental business with roles in pricing and revenue management, network planning and sales, spending thirteen years in Asia.

In his last position at United Airlines, Charles was Senior Vice-President, Technical Operations, where he oversaw the maintenance organization of 12,500 employees.

Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/FlySwoop/Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/flyswoop/Twitter - https://twitter.com/flyswoop

0:00 - We are getting old ;-)

3:59 - Why do you think an airline in an airline concept works everywhere else except the U.S?

8:09 - Are you worried about cannibalizing WestJet's traffic? Or are you catering to a different demographic?

11:06 - Are there interline agreements between WestJet and Swoop and can passengers connect seamlessly?

12:02 - So WestJet points won't work on Swoop and a Swoop passenger can't use the WestJet Lounge?

12:55 - Do you expect Flair to be a formidable competitor with the addition of Steven Jones who is ex-Wizz Air exec?

15:29 - Do you think with the addition of OWG, Canada will be able to sustain so many airlines?

16:18 - Does Swoop do cargo flights? And how is cargo doing in the pandemic as you are in charge of WetJet's cargo?

18:32 - You started flights from Toronto-Pearson to Abbotsford, why choose to go into Toronto-Pearson when you have Hamilton and you're a low cost carrier?

21:42 - Any plans for a subsidized bus service from Hamilton to the city like say Norwegian did for Stewart-Newburg in New York?

23:17 - Did you have to build an entire FIS system at Hamilton for international flights?

23:55 - What services does Swoop provide?

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  • 1:35 - Jet Airways 2.0 – fact or fiction?

  • 6:36 - Singapore Airlines restarts SIN-NYC.  With a difference

  • 13:36 - Singapore Airlines debuts its hugely successful Restaurant@ 380 concept

  • 20:31 - Cathay Pacific restructures dramatically in a bid for long-term solvency

  • 28:57 - Virgin Australia goes back to the future

Aircraft

  • 36:00 - Montreal in Canada and Mobile, AL in the U.S. now have something in common

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]]> Episode 45: Fly like a VIP on Air Canada this winter; U.S. airlines report their 3Q20 statistics https://passrider.beehiiv.com/podcast/s/what_s_happening_in_travel_with_cushrow_and_kerwin/episode_45_fly_like_a_vip_on_air_canada_this_winter_u_s_airlines_report_their_3q20_statistics Airlines Fly like a VIP on Air Canada this winter U.S. airlines report their 3Q20 statistics American Airlines offers a unique means to boost customer confidence in the troubled 737 Max KLM quietly retires its last two Boeing 747s Is Italy’s new EGO Ai... Sun, 25 Oct 2020 23:00:00 +0000 3375 Kerwin McKenzie and Cushrow Parakh false full 45 1 Airlines

  • Fly like a VIP on Air Canada this winter

  • U.S. airlines report their 3Q20 statistics

  • American Airlines offers a unique means to boost customer confidence in the troubled 737 Max

  • KLM quietly retires its last two Boeing 747s

  • Is Italy’s new EGO Airways now in the sights of Wizz Air and Ryanair?

  • Qatar Airways’ unusual delivery flights – take two

  • Emirates innovates further with integrated biometric access at its hub

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]]> Episode 44: JAL’s budget carrier Zipair starts passenger operations in a forgettable way; Malaysian Airlines fights for its very survival, Again https://passrider.beehiiv.com/podcast/s/what_s_happening_in_travel_with_cushrow_and_kerwin/episode_44_jal_s_budget_carrier_zipair_starts_passenger_operations_in_a_forgettable_way_malaysian_airlines_fights_for_its_very_survival_again Airlines 1:48 - JAL’s budget carrier Zipair starts passenger operations in a forgettable way 7:29 - Malaysian Airlines fights for its very survival. Again 13:04 - United plans an aggressive strategy for New York’s JFK service 16:42 - Southwest brings m... Mon, 19 Oct 2020 23:00:00 +0000 2838 Kerwin McKenzie and Cushrow Parakh false full 44 1 Airlines

  • 1:48 - JAL’s budget carrier Zipair starts passenger operations in a forgettable way

  • 7:29 - Malaysian Airlines fights for its very survival.  Again

  • 13:04 - United plans an aggressive strategy for New York’s JFK service

  • 16:42 - Southwest brings more competitive pressure to American and especially United

  • 22:24 - More success for all iterations of flights to nowhere

    • Hong Kong Airlines Air Busan

    • Singapore Airlines A380

    • Finnair

Aircraft

  • 31.51 - Europe gives Boeing’s troubled MAX aircraft a much-needed boost

  • 36:34 - “FrostyBoy” proves invaluable in an A380 accident investigation

 

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  • 1:44 - Italy’s beleaguered Alitalia has an official new name.  Only it really doesn’t

  • 7:34 - Say hello to Italy’s newest airline – EGO Airways

  • 13:34 - Wizz Air brings the low-cost flight to Norwegian’s home market

  • 19:08 - Aegean gets a feisty new old Greek competitor, Sky Express

  • 22:54 - Peru’s SKY Airline joins the crowd in the Lima - South Florida market

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]]> Episode 42: India's LCC SpiceJet joins the crowd of airlines entering LHR from Bombay (BOM) and Delhi (DEL); Qatar announces flights to SFO, Finally https://passrider.beehiiv.com/podcast/s/what_s_happening_in_travel_with_cushrow_and_kerwin/episode_42_india_s_lcc_spicejet_joins_the_crowd_of_airlines_entering_lhr_from_bombay_bom_and_delhi_del_qatar_announces_flights_to_sfo_finally Airlines 2:29 - LCC SpiceJet joins the crowd of airlines entering LHR from BOM and DEL 7:55 - Qatar announces flights to SFO. Finally 12:54 - Could South African Airways be pronounced Ethiopian Airlines? Aircraft 17:50 - Airbus announces an ACJ version... Mon, 12 Oct 2020 23:00:00 +0000 2975 Kerwin McKenzie and Cushrow Parakh false full 42 1 Airlines

  • 2:29 - LCC SpiceJet joins the crowd of airlines entering LHR from BOM and DEL

  • 7:55 - Qatar announces flights to SFO. Finally

  • 12:54 - Could South African Airways be pronounced Ethiopian Airlines?

Aircraft 

  • 17:50 - Airbus announces an ACJ version of its A220 aircraft

Update

  • 21:56 - More information on Thai International’s alternate revenue streams

  • 26:18 - Ethiopian is the latest carrier to offer free COVID travel insurance to its passengers

Other

  • 29:38 - A standardized system to overcome national restrictions in COVID times?  And instill confidence in would-be travellers to kickstart demand?  Perhaps

  • 39:00 - After the regional success of flights to nowhere, the country of Singapore ponders cruises to, you guessed it, nowhere

Question

  • 44:36 - What becomes of these newish planes?  Are they scrapped for metal, etc?  What about old ones?

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]]> Episode 41: What's happening with the 737-7/8/9, Boeing and Alaska making a deal; Qantas is flying the 787 flight for about 7 hours around Australia took off; Asiana had an A380 flight over South Korea and will add two more https://passrider.beehiiv.com/podcast/s/what_s_happening_in_travel_with_cushrow_and_kerwin/episode_41_what_s_happening_with_the_737-7_8_9_boeing_and_alaska_making_a_deal_qantas_is_flying_the_787_flight_for_about_7_hours_around_australia_took_off_asiana_had_an_a380_flight_over_south_korea_and_will_add_two_more In this episode: Airlines What's happening with the 737-7/8/9, Boeing and Alaska making a deal Qantas is flying the 787 flight for about 7 hours around Australia took off Asiana had an A380 flight over South Korea and will add two more Etihad losing th... Sat, 10 Oct 2020 23:00:00 +0000 2028 Kerwin McKenzie and Cushrow Parakh false full 41 1 In this episode:

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  • What's happening with the 737-7/8/9, Boeing and Alaska making a deal

  • Qantas is flying the 787 flight for about 7 hours around Australia took off Asiana had an A380 flight over South Korea and will add two more

  • Etihad losing the A380

  • British Airways bids farewell to the last of its LHR-based 744s left Heathrow on October 8th

  • SAS’s dismal September statistics

  • Air Asia Japan shuts down – is this the first of the Air Asia dominoes to fall?

  • Singapore Airlines introduces individual amenity kits for its Business Class passengers

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]]> Episode 40: Boeing’s revolutionary but beleaguered 787 has more technical problems; Boeing to consolidate 787 production in South Carolina https://passrider.beehiiv.com/podcast/s/what_s_happening_in_travel_with_cushrow_and_kerwin/episode_40_boeing_s_revolutionary_but_beleaguered_787_has_more_technical_problems_boeing_to_consolidate_787_production_in_south_carolina Episode 40 In this episode: Aircraft 1:23 - Boeing’s revolutionary but beleaguered 787 has more technical problems 6:08 - Boeing to consolidate 787 production in South Carolina 9:27 - Boeing searches for customers for its unwanted, already built 737 Ma... Wed, 07 Oct 2020 23:00:00 +0000 1511 Kerwin McKenzie and Cushrow Parakh false full 40 1 Episode 40

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  • 1:23 - Boeing’s revolutionary but beleaguered 787 has more technical problems

  • 6:08 - Boeing to consolidate 787 production in South Carolina

  • 9:27 - Boeing searches for customers for its unwanted, already built 737 Max

  • 13:26 - Australia’s aircraft storage facility in Alice Springs is full

  • 17:18 - The largest aircraft engine in the world is certified for commercial operation

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]]> Episode 39: What do Japan Airlines, Air Canada, and easyjet have in common? Chinese carriers try unlimited travel passes to lure passengers back https://passrider.beehiiv.com/podcast/s/what_s_happening_in_travel_with_cushrow_and_kerwin/episode_39_what_do_japan_airlines_air_canada_and_easyjet_have_in_common_chinese_carriers_try_unlimited_travel_passes_to_lure_passengers_back Episode 39 In this episode: Airlines 0:10 - What do Japan Airlines, Air Canada, and easyjet have in common? 4:52 - Chinese carriers try unlimited travel passes to lure passengers back 8:57 - More airlines doing COVID-19 testing; American Airlines for f... Tue, 06 Oct 2020 01:00:00 +0000 1784 Kerwin McKenzie and Cushrow Parakh false full 39 1 Episode 39

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Airlines

  • 0:10 - What do Japan Airlines, Air Canada, and easyjet have in common?

  • 4:52 - Chinese carriers try unlimited travel passes to lure passengers back

  • 8:57 - More airlines doing COVID-19 testing; American Airlines for flights to Jamaica

  • We talk about the airlines that are offering testing before flights and how important that is 

  • 12:09 - France’s Corsair now has anti-microbial onboard tray tables

  • 15:45 - Qatar Airways enhances its aircraft sanitizing procedures even further

  • 21:04 - Why did a code-share flight number costs Emirates big bucks?

  • 24:25 - Troubled South African Airways suspends all operations for now

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]]> Episode 38: What's Happening in Travel - United and American Airlines furlough more than 30,000 staff in one day; United gets very creative in enticing more leisure traffic on its flights https://passrider.beehiiv.com/podcast/s/what_s_happening_in_travel_with_cushrow_and_kerwin/episode_38_what_s_happening_in_travel_-_united_and_american_airlines_furlough_more_than_30_000_staff_in_one_day_united_gets_very_creative_in_enticing_more_leisure_traffic_on_its_flights Episode 38 Video of my Concorde trip I mentioned in this episode. In this episode: Airlines 2:05 - United and American Airlines furlough more than 30,000 staff in one day Check out https://www.passrider.com/jobs as referenced 6:40 - United gets very cr... Sat, 03 Oct 2020 23:00:00 +0000 2086 Kerwin McKenzie and Cushrow Parakh false full 38 1 Episode 38

Video of my Concorde trip I mentioned in this episode.

In this episode:

Airlines

  • 2:05 - United and American Airlines furlough more than 30,000 staff in one day

  • 6:40 - United gets very creative in enticing more leisure traffic on its flights

    • Launched Map Search to help the shopping process; it's in beta now

  • 14:18 - Is United’s on-again, off-again service at New York JFK on again?

  • 17:45 - What is going on with Delta Air Lines and the Airbus A220?

  • 19:57 - Airlines pile on to the rapid COVID testing bandwagon

    • Lufthansa, Swiss are the latest, American, JetBlue and Alaska are others

  • 24: 45 - Think a business class meal on an A380 is a distant dream?  Not so in October 2020

  • Taiwanese carriers adding more flights to nowhere and also South Korean airlines

 

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]]> Episode 37: Russia’s Rossiya ensures the 744 will live on for several more years; Ever dreamed of owning a stocked Qantas 747 bar cart? Don’t bother - all 1000+ units are sold out; Electric buses in Newark https://passrider.beehiiv.com/podcast/s/what_s_happening_in_travel_with_cushrow_and_kerwin/episode_37_russia_s_rossiya_ensures_the_744_will_live_on_for_several_more_years_ever_dreamed_of_owning_a_stocked_qantas_747_bar_cart_don_t_bother_-_all_1000_units_are_sold_out_electric_buses_in_newark Episode 37 In this episode: Airlines Russia’s Rossiya ensures the 744 will live on for several more years Ever dreamed of owning a stocked Qantas 747 bar cart? Don’t bother - all 1000+ units are sold out Qatar Airways celebrates 100 aircraft outfitted ... Tue, 29 Sep 2020 23:00:00 +0000 3665 Kerwin McKenzie and Cushrow Parakh false full 37 1 Episode 37

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Airlines

  • Russia’s Rossiya ensures the 744 will live on for several more years

  • Ever dreamed of owning a stocked Qantas 747 bar cart? Don’t bother - all 1000+ units are sold out

  • Qatar Airways celebrates 100 aircraft outfitted with broadband wi-fi with a free giveaway

Aircraft

  • Boeing licenses its in-flight sanitizing UV light wand for production

  • The last A380 rolls out of the final assembly line at Toulouse

  • Airbus reveals its future zero emissions passenger aircraft designs

  • EASA expects the 737 Max to be recertified in November 2020

  • Boeing establishes two new Asia-based 737 freighter conversion lines

Airports

  • Air France to create history at Berlin Tegel (TXL)

  • Is COVID testing going to the dogs?  At Helsinki-Vantaa (HEL) it is - with great results

  • New rapid saliva-based COVID testing coming to European airports imminently

  • New York-Newark (EWR) goes electric with its inter-terminal shuttles

    • and Kerwin loses it ;-)

 

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]]> Episode 36: Delta further trims its fleet with retirements of 3 additional aircraft types; Hawaiian ups the ante in COVID testing for Hawaii-bound passengers https://passrider.beehiiv.com/podcast/s/what_s_happening_in_travel_with_cushrow_and_kerwin/episode_36_delta_further_trims_its_fleet_with_retirements_of_3_additional_aircraft_types_hawaiian_ups_the_ante_in_covid_testing_for_hawaii-bound_passengers Episode 36 In this episode: Airlines Delta further trims its fleet with retirements of 3 additional aircraft types Hawaiian ups the ante in COVID testing for Hawaii-bound passengers United gets very creative in enticing more leisure traffic on its flig... Mon, 28 Sep 2020 23:00:00 +0000 2463 Kerwin McKenzie and Cushrow Parakh false full 36 1 Episode 36

In this episode:

Airlines

  • Delta further trims its fleet with retirements of 3 additional aircraft types

  • Hawaiian ups the ante in COVID testing for Hawaii-bound passengers

  • United gets very creative in enticing more leisure traffic on its flights

Updates

  • Canada’s Westjet updates its COVID insurance coverage

  • Lufthansa confirms a longstanding rumor about its fleet standardization

  • Lufthansa offers an additional COVID testing protocol and close partner United quickly -and in a limited way - follows suit

  • Eurowings joins the growing club of carriers offering free COVID insurance

  • Thai International tries even more inspired alternative revenue streams

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]]> Episode 35: Watch out B757F, the A321 P2F is coming for you; Full report on the 737 MAX failures; ATR flies its first new build factory-fresh freighter https://passrider.beehiiv.com/podcast/s/what_s_happening_in_travel_with_cushrow_and_kerwin/episode_35_watch_out_b757f_the_a321_p2f_is_coming_for_you_full_report_on_the_737_max_failures_atr_flies_its_first_new_build_factory-fresh_freighter Episode 35 In this episode: Aircraft Watch out B757F – the A321 P2F is coming for you A US legislative report on the Boeing 737 MAX (-7, -8, -9, -10) slams Boeing and the U.S. FAA for their deception and failures ATR flies its first new build factory-f... Mon, 21 Sep 2020 23:00:00 +0000 2472 Kerwin McKenzie and Cushrow Parakh false full 35 1 Episode 35

In this episode:

Aircraft

  • Watch out B757F – the A321 P2F is coming for you

  • A US legislative report on the Boeing 737 MAX (-7, -8, -9, -10) slams Boeing and the U.S. FAA for their deception and failures

  • ATR flies its first new build factory-fresh freighter

  • Could bird formations be the inspiration for further fuel efficiencies on future commercial flights?  Airbus, with its fello’fly project, thinks so.

Airports

  • A firmer-than-ever opening date for the new Berlin airport….9 years late!

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]]> Episode 34: Alaska’s “Get the Row with BOGO” program is back for round 2; Southwest weight issues with the B738 aircraft https://passrider.beehiiv.com/podcast/s/what_s_happening_in_travel_with_cushrow_and_kerwin/episode_34_alaska_s_get_the_row_with_bogo_program_is_back_for_round_2_southwest_weight_issues_with_the_b738_aircraft Episode 34 In this episode: Airlines Alaska’s “Get the Row with BOGO” program is back for round 2 Why does industry darling Southwest get its B738 aircraft weights wrong for so long? Cleaning robots are now in nightly action on United’s aircraft Canada... Sat, 19 Sep 2020 23:00:00 +0000 5094 Kerwin McKenzie and Cushrow Parakh false full 34 1 Episode 34

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Airlines

  • Alaska’s “Get the Row with BOGO” program is back for round 2

  • Why does industry darling Southwest get its B738 aircraft weights wrong for so long?

  • Cleaning robots are now in nightly action on United’s aircraft

  • Canada’s Nolinor goes all-in with its new PQ-based airline offering

  • Westjet joins a growing list of carriers offering free COVID insurance to its passengers.  Not to be outdone, Air Canada quickly follows suit

    • 0:36:54 - Waxing philosophy about why people should be tested before they get on a plane

  • Air Canada trying to get some revenue by getting an all you can fly deal

  • Cathay Pacific follows Air Asia, Qantas, and Thai to offer in-flight meals to locals on the ground

  • Flights to nowhere continue to be an Eastern Hemisphere thing. Now Qantas’ future 787 flight to nowhere takes off. Spectacularly

    • Who do you think will have a flight to nowhere first in the U.S.?

  • Qantas fights for survival and and puts everything on the table

  • Finnair makes it easier for its passengers to certify their COVID status. At a price though

    • 1:11:00 Why does it take so long to do the testing? Cushrow answers

  • Is Pakistan the new "it" destination for UK airlines?

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]]> Episode 33: Talking Pandemic Travel With Emergency Room Physician, Dr. Yvette McQueen https://passrider.beehiiv.com/podcast/s/what_s_happening_in_travel_with_cushrow_and_kerwin/episode_33_talking_pandemic_travel_with_emergency_room_physician_dr_yvette_mcqueen Episode 33 In this episode, we talk with Dr. Yvette McQueen who is a Traveling Emergency Room Doctor, about traveling during the pandemic. Dr. Yvette McQueen Dr. McQueen is a global physician on a mission to educate about health, travel wellness and di... Wed, 16 Sep 2020 23:00:00 +0000 2857 Kerwin McKenzie and Cushrow Parakh false full 33 1 Episode 33

In this episode, we talk with Dr. Yvette McQueen who is a Traveling Emergency Room Doctor, about traveling during the pandemic.

Dr. Yvette McQueen Dr. McQueen is a global physician on a mission to educate about health, travel wellness and disease prevention. She is an Emergency Medicine physician and Travel Doctor; working as a physician across the U.S. and the Caribbean.

Dr. McQueen also serves as a travel group physician ensuring healthy and safe travel of the clients before and during their international trip. Dr. McQueen is a best seller author, speaker, blogger, consultant, CPR and First Aid instructor; wilderness emergency care training and international teaching for the American Heart Association.

She has traveled to 30+ international countries for exploring; organizes medical missions to Africa; hospital training/teaching in Rwanda and Tanzania; and participates in international church missions. She also provides Wellness Lifestyle Coaching, Wellness Retreats, and a member of the Wellness Tourism Association.

You can find her online at https://www.yvettemcqueenmd.com and Traveling During the Pandemic at http://healthytraveltips.com.

 

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]]> Episode 32: Update - Virgin Australia further shrinks its fleet; Air New Zealand plans no Boeing 777 flights until September 2021 https://passrider.beehiiv.com/podcast/s/what_s_happening_in_travel_with_cushrow_and_kerwin/episode_32_update_-_virgin_australia_further_shrinks_its_fleet_air_new_zealand_plans_no_boeing_777_flights_until_september_2021 Episode 32 In this episode: Airlines Update: Virgin Australia further shrinks its fleet Air New Zealand plans no Boeing 777 flights until September 2021 Finnair and SAS announce disappointing traffic results for August 2020 TigerAir Australia shuts dow... Mon, 14 Sep 2020 20:00:00 +0000 3866 Kerwin McKenzie and Cushrow Parakh false full 32 1 Episode 32

In this episode:

Airlines

  • Update: Virgin Australia further shrinks its fleet

  • Air New Zealand plans no Boeing 777 flights until September 2021

  • Finnair and SAS announce disappointing traffic results for August 2020

  • TigerAir Australia shuts down after 13 years

  • Lufthansa updates the status of its COVID 19 testing station at FRA airport

  • Lufthansa close to retiring almost 27% of its long-haul fleet

  • The oneworld alliance becomes the first airline grouping to commit to net zero emissions by 2050

  • Customer cancelation, Airlines not giving people back their money

  • Emirates processing their refunds finally

  • British Airways Highlife magazine will no longer be printed

Aircraft

  • Update: Boeing’s problematic 737 Max aircraft continues its march towards redemption

  • Update: Could Boeing’s revolutionary – but beleaguered – 787 have yet more quality control problems

  • Taiwan’s newest airline validates the struggling Airbus A330 Neo

  • Can rain really cause Airbus A220 engine shutdowns?

  • Airbus reaches a landmark milestone almost 20 years faster than Boeing

  • Reports: Royal Air Maroc 763 and easyJet 320 were both seconds from disaster due to pilot error

  • Check out ASRS CallBack - Aviation Safety Reporting System

 

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]]> Episode 31: Update-United expands its no change fee policy shortly after announcing it; United moves aggressively internationally; JetBlue follows United and American with more point-to-point flights https://passrider.beehiiv.com/podcast/s/what_s_happening_in_travel_with_cushrow_and_kerwin/episode_31_update-united_expands_its_no_change_fee_policy_shortly_after_announcing_it_united_moves_aggressively_internationally_jetblue_follows_united_and_american_with_more_point-to-point_flights Episode 31 In this episode: Airlines Update: United expands its no change fee policy shortly after announcing it United moves aggressively internationally JetBlue follows United and American with more point-to-point flights Delta earns yet more positiv... Sun, 13 Sep 2020 00:00:00 +0000 4096 Kerwin McKenzie and Cushrow Parakh false full 31 1 Episode 31

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Airlines

  • Update: United expands its no change fee policy shortly after announcing it

  • United moves aggressively internationally

  • JetBlue follows United and American with more point-to-point flights

  • Delta earns yet more positive press with its safety initiatives

    • Helping TSA with cleaner bins starting in their hubs

  • Can cash-strapped IranAir really hope to sell parts of its ancient fleet?

  • Etihad follows Emirates and Virgin Atlantic with free COVID19 insurance for its customers

  • Update: Singapore Airlines joins ANA, Taiwan, Royal Brunei and others in planning flights to nowhere

    • Would you take a flight to nowhere?

    • Where would you like the flight to go?

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]]> Episode 30: KLM and Delft University Test New Plane, Antonov's New Plane; Want To Fly A 747? https://passrider.beehiiv.com/podcast/s/what_s_happening_in_travel_with_cushrow_and_kerwin/episode_30_klm_and_delft_university_test_new_plane_antonov_s_new_plane_want_to_fly_a_747 Episode 30 In this episode: Aircraft KLM and Delft University flight test a model of a revolutionary future Airbus https://news.klm.com/klm-and-tu-delft-join-forces-to-make-aviation-more-sustainable/ https://news.klm.com/klm-and-tu-delft-present-succes... Sun, 06 Sep 2020 02:00:00 +0000 1854 Kerwin McKenzie and Cushrow Parakh false full 30 1 Episode 30

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Airlines

  • FlyBlade has a seaplane service from New York City to The Hamptons

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]]> Episode 29: Some International Flights Returns to Houston; United starts a chain of consumer-friendly changes for its passengers and More https://passrider.beehiiv.com/podcast/s/what_s_happening_in_travel_with_cushrow_and_kerwin/episode_29_some_international_flights_returns_to_houston_united_starts_a_chain_of_consumer-friendly_changes_for_its_passengers_and_more Episode 29 In this episode: Airlines International service from Houston is increasing starting the second week in September 2020 Houston to: Amsterdam, Netherlands - KLM and United Doha, Qatar - Qatar Airlines Dubai, UAE - Emirates Frankfurt, Germany -... Sat, 05 Sep 2020 22:00:00 +0000 4894 Kerwin McKenzie and Cushrow Parakh false full 29 1 Episode 29

In this episode:

Airlines

  • International service from Houston is increasing starting the second week in September 2020

    • Houston to:

      • Amsterdam, Netherlands - KLM and United

      • Doha, Qatar - Qatar Airlines

      • Dubai, UAE - Emirates

      • Frankfurt, Germany - Lufthansa and United

      • Istanbul, Turkey - Turkish Airlines

      • Paris, France - Air France

      • Sao Paolo, Brazil - United

      • Taipei, Taiwan - EVA Air

      • Mexico - Aeromexico, United, Viva Aerobus

  • United starts a chain of consumer-friendly changes for its passengers

  • American shifts strategy a la United (and Delta) planning for the 737-8 return

  • American re-imagines its Basic Economy offering

  • Southwest ups the ante in Miami and California

  • Virgin Atlantic now offers free COVID19 insurance to its travellers

  • Virgin Australia is emerging from bankruptcy 

  • VS close to getting out of bankruptcy 

  • Fly Dubai covid-19 coverage 

  • Air France’s electric performance on the ramp gains ground

  • What will Ecuatoriana and PanAm possibly have in common?

  • Thai International follows Air Asia’s lead with a new revenue stream

  • A Ukraine International passenger proves cluelessness is worldwide

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]]> Episode 28: Fifty years since the DC-10's first flight, More flights to nowhere and more... https://passrider.beehiiv.com/podcast/s/what_s_happening_in_travel_with_cushrow_and_kerwin/episode_28_fifty_years_since_the_dc-10_s_first_flight_more_flights_to_nowhere_and_more In this episode: Aircraft Fifty years since the DC-10's first flight Airlines More flights to nowhere? Yes, that’s a (big) thing now. ExpressJet, once one of the largest regional aircraft operators in the U.S., shutting down in September 2020 Delta lea... Sat, 29 Aug 2020 00:00:00 +0000 4000 Kerwin McKenzie and Cushrow Parakh false full 28 1 In this episode:

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Fifty years since the DC-10's first flight

Airlines

  • More flights to nowhere? Yes, that’s a (big) thing now.

  • ExpressJet, once one of the largest regional aircraft operators in the U.S., shutting down in September 2020

  • Delta leads the way in onboard COVID 19 safety procedures.  Again

  • United – possibly - aggravates its passengers with a controversial new program

  • Virgin Atlantic shifts focus away from the struggling North Atlantic to more visiting friends and relatives destinations. The carrier also gets closer to financial relief.

  • Thai International’s aircraft acquisition comes under scrutiny.  Fifteen years later.

  • India’s Vistara tries a unique approach with its new onboard safety video

  • EasyJet approaches possible mass pilot layoffs in an innovative manner

Aircraft and Engines

  • Boeing’s troubled 737 Max moves steadily towards worldwide re-certification

  • More negative press for Boeing as it immediately grounds 8 newly-delivered 787s

  • Is Rolls Royce really becoming a British calamity?   

Airports

  • Cleared to land at the much-delayed new BER airport?  Yes, er, maybe.

 

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]]> Episode 27: New entrant Breeze Airways in the U.S. will not have a familiar airline code after all https://passrider.beehiiv.com/podcast/s/what_s_happening_in_travel_with_cushrow_and_kerwin/episode_27_new_entrant_breeze_airways_in_the_u_s_will_not_have_a_familiar_airline_code_after_all In this episode: Updates New entrant Breeze Airways in the U.S. will not have a familiar airline code after all Delta partners with CVS in the U.S. for rapid COVID19 testing Not surprisingly, jetBlue delays its planned London services Manufacturer Boei... Sun, 23 Aug 2020 22:00:00 +0000 2015 Kerwin McKenzie and Cushrow Parakh false full 27 1 In this episode:

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  • New entrant Breeze Airways in the U.S. will not have a familiar airline code after all

  • Delta partners with CVS in the U.S. for rapid COVID19 testing

  • Not surprisingly, jetBlue delays its planned London services

Manufacturer 

  • Boeing gets its first order of the year for its troubled 737-8 but...

  • In another first, the only non-commercial A350 goes to...

Miscellaneous 

  • a decorated US SEAL commando gets attention again.  But for the wrong reasons

  • STA Travel is out of business

  • a PanAm Fokker F100?  Yes, in Brazil, no less, but as a theme restaurant

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]]> Episode 26: Delta extends middle seat empty policy to January 6, 2021; Brazil gets a new airline with a familiar name https://passrider.beehiiv.com/podcast/s/what_s_happening_in_travel_with_cushrow_and_kerwin/episode_26_delta_extends_middle_seat_empty_policy_to_january_6_2021_brazil_gets_a_new_airline_with_a_familiar_name In this episode: Airlines Indian LCC SpiceJet is using an A340 for its SpiceXpress cargo division Singapore Airlines and Japan’s ANA prove adversity to be the mother of inventions Eurowings in Europe picks up where Frontier in the U.S. left off Delta e... Sat, 22 Aug 2020 23:00:00 +0000 1781 Kerwin McKenzie and Cushrow Parakh false full 26 1 In this episode:Airlines

  • Indian LCC SpiceJet is using an A340 for its SpiceXpress cargo division

  • Singapore Airlines and Japan’s ANA prove adversity to be the mother of inventions

  • Eurowings in Europe picks up where Frontier in the U.S. left off

  • Delta extends middle seat empty policy to January 6, 2021

  • The U.S. and China agree to double flights between them – to a not-so-impressive 16 per week

  • Brazil gets a new airline with a familiar name

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]]> Episode 25: Fly socially-distanced Qantas B789 flights to nowhere. Via Antarctica. And bring lots of money. United takes a page out of Southwest’s point-to-point playbook https://passrider.beehiiv.com/podcast/s/what_s_happening_in_travel_with_cushrow_and_kerwin/episode_25_fly_socially-distanced_qantas_b789_flights_to_nowhere_via_antarctica_and_bring_lots_of_money_united_takes_a_page_out_of_southwest_s_point-to-point_playbook In this episode: Fly socially-distanced Qantas B789 flights to nowhere. Via Antarctica. And bring lots of money. United takes a page out of Southwest’s point-to-point playbook United reduces seats on its E175s to compensate for pilot furloughs. Lufthan... Sun, 16 Aug 2020 00:00:00 +0000 4604 Kerwin McKenzie and Cushrow Parakh false full 25 1 In this episode:

  • Fly socially-distanced Qantas B789 flights to nowhere. Via Antarctica. And bring lots of money.

  • United takes a page out of Southwest’s point-to-point playbook

  • United reduces seats on its E175s to compensate for pilot furloughs.

  • Lufthansa Group considers drastic fleet changes, possibly ditching the flagship A380.

  • Craving a piece of an ex-Lufthansa A320? Your wishes come true. But at a price. https://www.worldshop.eu.

  • Looking for 3 month unlimited weekday flying anywhere in China? Try China Eastern.

  • Delta Air Lines to do at home COVID-19 testing for their employees

  • American joins other US carriers to ban face masks with valves and vents

  • An Android phone as a light-weight wifi server and router for IFE? India’s SpiceJet says yes

Airports

  • Coronavirus dogs?

Aircraft Manufacturers

  • Rolls Royce wide-body engine problems again? The company believes not

  • Wondering why the current and future Airbus widebodies have that “bandit” look?

  • Does aircraft software still get updated with floppy disks?

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]]> Episode 24: Chef Stephen Hamilton from Eskay Caterers Talks About His Repatriation Flight To Jamaica From Europe https://passrider.beehiiv.com/podcast/s/what_s_happening_in_travel_with_cushrow_and_kerwin/episode_24_chef_stephen_hamilton_from_eskay_caterers_talks_about_his_repatriation_flight_to_jamaica_from_europe Repatriation Flights A repatriation flight is designed to return citizens of a particular country who are stuck abroad home. During this pandemic, there have been several of these flights. Typically, they are arranged by the governments and the citizen... Thu, 13 Aug 2020 23:00:00 +0000 1558 Kerwin McKenzie and Cushrow Parakh false full 24 1 Repatriation Flights

A repatriation flight is designed to return citizens of a particular country who are stuck abroad home. During this pandemic, there have been several of these flights. Typically, they are arranged by the governments and the citizens have to pay for these flights out of their own pockets.In episode 18, Cushrow and I spoke with Ram Kumar who took a repatriation flight from London to India. Give that a listen too.

This episode is an excellent insight in a repatriation flight by Stephen Hamilton of Eskay Caterers (a food and beverage consultant and online catering business in Jamaica) who took a repatriation flight from Amsterdam to Kingston, Jamaica.

The flight was on a charter flight operated by TUI.

The flight was full he says

About minute 18, we lost Stephen a bit, but got him back at about minute 19. So don't go away as it gets much better.

You can find Stephen with this information:

Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/EskayCaterers/

Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/EskayCaterers/

WhatsApp -  876-873-3466

 

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]]> Episode 23: Taiwanese carriers offer unique flights to nowhere on Father’s Day (Aug 8), Southwest announces cutbacks in aircraft cleaning between flights and much more... https://passrider.beehiiv.com/podcast/s/what_s_happening_in_travel_with_cushrow_and_kerwin/episode_23_taiwanese_carriers_offer_unique_flights_to_nowhere_on_father_s_day_aug_8_southwest_announces_cutbacks_in_aircraft_cleaning_between_flights_and_much_more Episode 23 In this episode, we talk about travel restrictions and travel insurance as well as the following topics: Airlines Southwest announces cutbacks in aircraft cleaning between flights Taiwanese carriers offer unique flights to nowhere on Father’... Sun, 09 Aug 2020 00:00:00 +0000 4992 Kerwin McKenzie and Cushrow Parakh false full 23 1 Episode 23In this episode, we talk about travel restrictions and travel insurance as well as the following topics:

Airlines

  • Southwest announces cutbacks in aircraft cleaning between flights

  • Taiwanese carriers offer unique flights to nowhere on Father’s Day (Aug 8)

  • United starts sanitizing the flight decks on its aircraft with UV light

  • Virgin Australia goes back to the future – and its origins as a 737-only operator

  • Qantas parks most of its Boeing 787-9s

  • Emirates reduces service to the U.S.

  • Air India Express Boeing 737 crash in India

  • 20% of Delta staff leave voluntarily in one late July week,

  • Virgin Atlantic files Chapter 15 bankruptcy in the US to protect its assets

  • 1.7 million lb (771,000 kg) of mixed nuts anyone?  An American Airlines supplier gets stuck with that after the carrier (legally) cancels its contract on very short notice

  • Apple TV now available for free on American Airlines

Aircraft Manufacturers

  • The US FAA stipulates the changes for the Boeing 737 Max before it is allowed back into commercial service

  • Delays in the E175-E2 program

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]]> Episode 22: IATA predicts recovery by 2024 Boeing to delay 77X to meet customer requests https://passrider.beehiiv.com/podcast/s/what_s_happening_in_travel_with_cushrow_and_kerwin/episode_22_iata_predicts_recovery_by_2024_boeing_to_delay_77x_to_meet_customer_requests In this episode: IATA predicts recovery by 2024 Boeing to delay 77X to meet customer requests Ryanair announces 1Q20 loss but surprisingly high LF UA 2Q20 earnings better than others due to cargo Vistara (UK) announces three new cities LHR, FRA, and CD... Mon, 03 Aug 2020 23:00:00 +0000 2835 Kerwin McKenzie and Cushrow Parakh false full 22 1 In this episode:

  • IATA predicts recovery by 2024

  • Boeing to delay 77X to meet customer requests

  • Ryanair announces 1Q20 loss but surprisingly high LF

  • UA 2Q20 earnings better than others due to cargo

  • Vistara (UK) announces three new cities LHR, FRA, and CDG

  • United (UA) chooses Commutair (C5) and not ExpressJet (EV) as Embraer 145 regional partner

  • British Airways (BA) cancels London-City (LCY) to New York-JFK Airbus A318 service

  • JetSmart announces new ULCC cargo ops in South America

  • Mesa signed a deal with DHL Express to fly two 737F

  • Delta returns to Detroit as passenger was not wearing a mask

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]]> Episode 21: China Airlines re-brands, American carries post 2Q losses, Emirates insuring flyers, Lithuania is getting a flag carrier, Ethiopian Airlines 77F catches fire, Air Arabia AUH starts service, Icelandair rescinds order to ditch flight attendants https://passrider.beehiiv.com/podcast/s/what_s_happening_in_travel_with_cushrow_and_kerwin/episode_21_china_airlines_re-brands_american_carries_post_2q_losses_emirates_insuring_flyers_lithuania_is_getting_a_flag_carrier_ethiopian_airlines_77f_catches_fire_air_arabia_auh_starts_service_icelandair_rescinds_order_to_ditch_flight_attendants In this episode: China Airlines re-brands American carries post 2Q losses Emirates insuring flyers Lithuania is getting a flag carrier Ethiopian Airlines 77F catches fire Air Arabia AUH starts service Icelandair rescinds order to ditch flight attendant... Thu, 30 Jul 2020 00:00:00 +0000 2890 Kerwin McKenzie and Cushrow Parakh false full 21 1 In this episode:

  • China Airlines re-brands

  • American carries post 2Q losses

  • Emirates insuring flyers

  • Lithuania is getting a flag carrier

  • Ethiopian Airlines 77F catches fire

  • Air Arabia AUH starts service

  • Icelandair rescinds order to ditch flight attendants

  • Qantas Boeing 747-400's unique farewell

  • JetSmart steps into Peru

  • OWG announces the start of their scheduled flights

  • Thai Airways postpones operations to September and angers their employees

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]]> Episode 20: Kerwin Takes A Flight And Stays In A Hotel https://passrider.beehiiv.com/podcast/s/what_s_happening_in_travel_with_cushrow_and_kerwin/episode_20_kerwin_takes_a_flight_and_stays_in_a_hotel In this episode, Kerwin talks about taking two Delta flights from Denver to Atlanta to Houston and also staying at an airport hotel near the Denver Airport (DEN). Support the show Mon, 27 Jul 2020 00:00:00 +0000 3892 Kerwin McKenzie and Cushrow Parakh false full 20 1 In this episode, Kerwin talks about taking two Delta flights from Denver to Atlanta to Houston and also staying at an airport hotel near the Denver Airport (DEN).

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]]> Episode 19: Icelandair fires all its Flight Attendants, Alaska Airlines and JetBlue flights at LAX, British Airways retires the 747s and also returns to Gatwick and much more... https://passrider.beehiiv.com/podcast/s/what_s_happening_in_travel_with_cushrow_and_kerwin/episode_19_icelandair_fires_all_its_flight_attendants_alaska_airlines_and_jetblue_flights_at_lax_british_airways_retires_the_747s_and_also_returns_to_gatwick_and_much_more In this episode, we talk about: Airlines Icelandair fires ALL its FAs and the pilots are taking over their responsibilities. Alaska Airlines (AS) responds to JetBlue (B6) expansion at LAX but announcing their own new departures at LAX and FLL! And thes... Sun, 19 Jul 2020 23:00:00 +0000 3582 Kerwin McKenzie and Cushrow Parakh false full 19 1 In this episode, we talk about:Airlines 

  • Icelandair fires ALL its FAs and the pilots are taking over their responsibilities.

  • Alaska Airlines (AS) responds to JetBlue (B6) expansion at LAX but announcing their own new departures at LAX and FLL!  And these two are the new bedfellows for AA!

  • British Airways (BA) retiring their Boeing 747s

  • British Airways (BA) returns to London-Gatwick (LGW) after all

  • Virgin Atlantic Airways (VS) announces recapitalization

  • Level France liquidates (after Level Europe);    

  • Aeroflot (SU) repositions itself as a long-haul (potential) 5 star airline.

  • Air Asia in trouble(?)

  • Wizz Air AUH (3L) starts service

  • Air Arabia Abu Dhabi service

  • Garuda Indonesia (GA) to the US West Coast - maybe

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]]> Episode 18: Talk with Avgeek Instagrammer (that_airplane_guy), Ram Kumar who did an Expat flight https://passrider.beehiiv.com/podcast/s/what_s_happening_in_travel_with_cushrow_and_kerwin/episode_18_talk_with_avgeek_instagrammer_that_airplane_guy_ram_kumar_who_did_an_expat_flight In this episode, we talk with Avgeek Instagrammer (https://www.instagram.com/that_airplane_guy), Ram Kumar who did an Expat flight from London-LHR to Chennai, India via Delhi. Ram talks about the entire trip and his experiences and life in Chennai now.... Sat, 18 Jul 2020 18:00:00 +0000 2805 Kerwin McKenzie and Cushrow Parakh false full 18 1 In this episode, we talk with Avgeek Instagrammer (https://www.instagram.com/that_airplane_guy), Ram Kumar who did an Expat flight from London-LHR to Chennai, India via Delhi.Ram talks about the entire trip and his experiences and life in Chennai now. It's an amazing insight into the Repatriation process.

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]]> Episode 17: COMAC triple delivery of their new plane, the ARJ21; Boeing 737 MAX cancellations; Qatar Government Boeing 747-8 for sale; Airlines American Airlines and JetBlue (B6) jump into bed together to fight off Delta and United, JetBlue leaves LGB https://passrider.beehiiv.com/podcast/s/what_s_happening_in_travel_with_cushrow_and_kerwin/episode_17_comac_triple_delivery_of_their_new_plane_the_arj21_boeing_737_max_cancellations_qatar_government_boeing_747-8_for_sale_airlines_american_airlines_and_jetblue_b6_jump_into_bed_together_to_fight_off_delta_and_united_jetblue_leaves_lgb Here's what we have for this week: Aircraft COMAC triple delivery of their new plane, the ARJ21 Boeing 737 MAX cancellations Qatar Government Boeing 747-8 for sale Airlines American Airlines and JetBlue (B6) jump into bed together to fight off Delta an... Fri, 17 Jul 2020 00:00:00 +0000 2967 Kerwin McKenzie and Cushrow Parakh false full 17 1 Here's what we have for this week:Aircraft 

  • COMAC triple delivery of their new plane, the ARJ21

  • Boeing 737 MAX cancellations

  • Qatar Government Boeing 747-8 for sale

Airlines 

  • American Airlines and JetBlue (B6) jump into bed together to fight off Delta and United,   

  • JetBlue leaves Long Beach Airport

  • Breeze, a new U.S. airline delays launch

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]]> Episode 16: Boeing cancels 747 program, Airbus ATTOL project, AA moves to T5 at LHR, UK upgrades 14-day quarantine rule and much more... https://passrider.beehiiv.com/podcast/s/what_s_happening_in_travel_with_cushrow_and_kerwin/episode_16_boeing_cancels_747_program_airbus_attol_project_aa_moves_to_t5_at_lhr_uk_upgrades_14-day_quarantine_rule_and_much_more In this episode, Cushrow and Kerwin addresses the following items: Aircraft manufacturers Boeing cancels 747 program Airbus ATTOL project Airport AA moves to T5 at LHR UK upgrades 14-day quarantine rule Airlines PIA fires 28 pilots over fake licenses W... Wed, 08 Jul 2020 23:00:00 +0000 3132 Kerwin McKenzie and Cushrow Parakh false full 16 1 In this episode, Cushrow and Kerwin addresses the following items:Aircraft manufacturers

  • Boeing cancels 747 program

  • Airbus ATTOL project

Airport

  • AA moves to T5 at LHR 

  • UK upgrades 14-day quarantine rule

Airlines

  • PIA fires 28 pilots over fake licenses

  • Wizz Air takes action against Ryanair's Buzz

  • Boeing starts to rehabilitate the 737MAX

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]]> Episode 15: BA 1st revenue 781 flight; QF last 744 flights; QF cxls intl long haul flights; LY cxls all flights until Jul 31, 2020; QR requiring face shields and masks; A New airline? https://passrider.beehiiv.com/podcast/s/what_s_happening_in_travel_with_cushrow_and_kerwin/episode_15_ba_1st_revenue_781_flight_qf_last_744_flights_qf_cxls_intl_long_haul_flights_ly_cxls_all_flights_until_jul_31_2020_qr_requiring_face_shields_and_masks_a_new_airline In this episode Cushrow and Kerwin talks about: BA 1st revenue 781 flight QF last 744 flights QF cxls intl long haul flights LY cxls all flights until Jul 31, 2020 QR requiring face shields and masks A New airline? Support the show Tue, 07 Jul 2020 22:00:00 +0000 1696 Kerwin McKenzie and Cushrow Parakh false full 15 1 In this episode Cushrow and Kerwin talks about:

  • BA 1st revenue 781 flight

  • QF last 744 flights

  • QF cxls intl long haul flights

  • LY cxls all flights until Jul 31, 2020

  • QR requiring face shields and masks

  • A New airline?

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]]> Episode 14: 77Ws and A380 retirements, In-country quarantine, Update of the PK A320 crash, NokScoot liquidates https://passrider.beehiiv.com/podcast/s/what_s_happening_in_travel_with_cushrow_and_kerwin/episode_14_77ws_and_a380_retirements_in-country_quarantine_update_of_the_pk_a320_crash_nokscoot_liquidates In this episode, we talk about: Qatar and the 77Ws A380 retirements (AF, QF, QR, LH) Quarantine within country and from U.S. state to state Update about the Pakistan Airlines Airbus A320 crash NokScoot liquidates and our usual background and knowledge ... Wed, 01 Jul 2020 21:00:00 +0000 1663 Kerwin McKenzie and Cushrow Parakh false full 14 1 In this episode, we talk about:

  • Qatar and the 77Ws

  • A380 retirements (AF, QF, QR, LH)

  • Quarantine within country and from U.S. state to state

  • Update about the Pakistan Airlines Airbus A320 crash

  • NokScoot liquidates

and our usual background and knowledge spliced in as necessary.

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]]> Episode 13: What's Happening In Travel - 737 MAX re-cert, Norwegian Cancels Boeing Orders. EU Bans Americans, Caribbean Travel https://passrider.beehiiv.com/podcast/s/what_s_happening_in_travel_with_cushrow_and_kerwin/episode_13_what_s_happening_in_travel_-_737_max_re-cert_norwegian_cancels_boeing_orders_eu_bans_americans_caribbean_travel In this week's episode on June 30, 2020, we talk about the following: Boeing 737 MAX Re-certification Flight Norwegian cancels Boeing orders for 787s and MAXs EU Bans Americans from traveling to the EU [Shoutout to @alexlhr from Instagram] Intra-countr... Tue, 30 Jun 2020 22:00:00 +0000 2627 Kerwin McKenzie and Cushrow Parakh false full 13 1 In this week's episode on June 30, 2020, we talk about the following:

  • Boeing 737 MAX Re-certification Flight

  • Norwegian cancels Boeing orders for 787s and MAXs

  • EU Bans Americans from traveling to the EU [Shoutout to @alexlhr from Instagram]

  • Intra-country tourism

  • Travel within the Caribbean

  • LIAT liquidating and restructuring???

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]]> Episode 12: China gets a new airline; jetBlue expanding aggressively; Canadian airlines requiring masks onboard https://passrider.beehiiv.com/podcast/s/what_s_happening_in_travel_with_cushrow_and_kerwin/episode_12_china_gets_a_new_airline_jetblue_expanding_aggressively_canadian_airlines_requiring_masks_onboard Episode 12 Airlines 1:58 - China gets a new airline 7:50 - JetBlue expanding aggressively 18:56 - Canadian airlines requiring masks onboard Airports 19:54 - Montreal Airport Trains 26:02 - via Rail requires masks onboard Uber requiring masks 27:35 - Me... Sun, 21 Jun 2020 18:00:00 +0000 2221 Kerwin McKenzie and Cushrow Parakh false full 12 1 Episode 12

Airlines

  • 1:58 - China gets a new airline

  • 7:50 - JetBlue expanding aggressively

  • 18:56 - Canadian airlines requiring masks onboard

Airports

  • 19:54 - Montreal Airport

Trains

  • 26:02 - via Rail requires masks onboard

  • Uber requiring masks

  • 27:35 - Megabus has seat next to you open

Aircraft

  • 28:25 - Airbus turning the A321 into Freighters

  • 31:46 - Corsair retired its last 747

  • 31:57 - Iberia retires its Airbus A340-600s

  • 33:14 - No more Airbus A380s being built

  • 35:18 - Ever flown the L-1011

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]]> Episode 11: The Mitsubishi MRJ 90 woes, Emirates retiring its A380s, travel restrictions due to COVID-19 and the official opening of Terminal B at LaGuardia Airport (LGA) https://passrider.beehiiv.com/podcast/s/what_s_happening_in_travel_with_cushrow_and_kerwin/episode_11_the_mitsubishi_mrj_90_woes_emirates_retiring_its_a380s_travel_restrictions_due_to_covid-19_and_the_official_opening_of_terminal_b_at_laguardia_airport_lga In this episode, Cushrow and Kerwin talk about: the Mitsubishi MRJ 90 woes, Emirates retiring its A380s, travel restrictions due to COVID-19 and the official opening of Terminal B at LaGuardia Airport (LGA). Support the show Sun, 14 Jun 2020 22:00:00 +0000 2761 Kerwin McKenzie and Cushrow Parakh false full 11 1 In this episode, Cushrow and Kerwin talk about: 

  • the Mitsubishi MRJ 90 woes, 

  • Emirates retiring its A380s, 

  • travel restrictions due to COVID-19 and 

  • the official opening of Terminal B at LaGuardia Airport (LGA).

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]]> Travel This Week with Cushrow and Kerwin - Episode 10 https://passrider.beehiiv.com/podcast/s/what_s_happening_in_travel_with_cushrow_and_kerwin/travel_this_week_with_cushrow_and_kerwin_-_episode_10 In this episode: GECAS and the 77W freighter conversion deal - more details DOT bans Chinese carriers but...... Mobile, AL rollout and first flight of US-produced Airbus A223 Support the show Sun, 07 Jun 2020 23:00:00 +0000 3162 Kerwin McKenzie and Cushrow Parakh false full 10 1 In this episode:

  • GECAS and the 77W freighter conversion deal - more details

  • DOT bans Chinese carriers but......

  • Mobile, AL rollout and first flight of US-produced Airbus A223

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]]> Episode 9: Philippines Aviation https://passrider.beehiiv.com/podcast/s/what_s_happening_in_travel_with_cushrow_and_kerwin/episode_9_philippines_aviation Episode 9 In episode 6, we spoke with Ricky Shetty as he was stuck in Romblon in the Philippines. So this episode, we dedicated it to Philippines Aviation. Where To Find Us Apple Podcast Deezer Google Podcast iHeart Radio Listen Notes Podcast Addict Po... Wed, 03 Jun 2020 02:00:00 +0000 661 Kerwin McKenzie and Cushrow Parakh false full 9 1 Episode 9

 In episode 6, we spoke with Ricky Shetty as he was stuck in Romblon in the Philippines. So this episode, we dedicated it to Philippines Aviation.

 

Where To Find Us

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]]> Travel This Week with Cushrow and Kerwin - Episode 8 https://passrider.beehiiv.com/podcast/s/what_s_happening_in_travel_with_cushrow_and_kerwin/travel_this_week_with_cushrow_and_kerwin_-_episode_8 In this episode, we talk about Philippine aviation. Be sure to listen to the episode about one of my friends that's stuck in Romblon, one of the islands in the Philippines. Support the show Sun, 31 May 2020 22:00:00 +0000 663 Kerwin McKenzie and Cushrow Parakh false full 8 1 In this episode, we talk about Philippine aviation. Be sure to listen to the episode about one of my friends that's stuck in Romblon, one of the islands in the Philippines.

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]]> Travel This Week with Cushrow and Kerwin Episode 7 - Pakistan International Airlines Airbus A320 Crash https://passrider.beehiiv.com/podcast/s/what_s_happening_in_travel_with_cushrow_and_kerwin/travel_this_week_with_cushrow_and_kerwin_episode_7_-_pakistan_international_airlines_airbus_a320_crash In this episode, we talk about the crash of Pakistan International Airlines (PIA) Airbus A320 while approaching Karachi on May 22, 2020. Support the show Sun, 24 May 2020 03:00:00 +0000 1111 Kerwin McKenzie and Cushrow Parakh false full 7 1 In this episode, we talk about the crash of Pakistan International Airlines (PIA) Airbus A320 while approaching Karachi on May 22, 2020.

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]]> Episode 6: Ricky Shetty is stuck in the island of Romblon in the Philippines https://passrider.beehiiv.com/podcast/s/what_s_happening_in_travel_with_cushrow_and_kerwin/episode_6_ricky_shetty_is_stuck_in_the_island_of_romblon_in_the_philippines In this episode, we talk with Ricky Shetty who is stuck on the Philippine island of Romblon as at the time all transportation services were closed. Ricky has formed multiple businesses as a matter of fact, he used the time ton Romblon, to open a new bu... Thu, 21 May 2020 20:00:00 +0000 3727 Kerwin McKenzie and Cushrow Parakh false full 6 1 In this episode, we talk with Ricky Shetty who is stuck on the Philippine island of Romblon as at the time all transportation services were closed.Ricky has formed multiple businesses as a matter of fact, he used the time ton Romblon, to open a new business; a natural juice store.He runs Daddy Blogger, writing about parenting from the perspective of a  dad of course. He's visited Asia, the Middle East, Africa, South America, and Central America. You can find out more about Ricky at http://www.facebook.com/DaddyBlogger and also his YouTube channel at http://www.youtube.com/tokyoricky.You can find out more about Romblon from my friends at Our Awesome Planet at https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=4r5cFknu21U.

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]]> Episode 5: Air Canada is retiring 79 aircraft, Latest on the 737 MAX, Bronson possible selling stake in Virgin Galactic for funds for Virgin Atlantic, VS Plans to retiring all their 744s and much more... https://passrider.beehiiv.com/podcast/s/what_s_happening_in_travel_with_cushrow_and_kerwin/episode_5_air_canada_is_retiring_79_aircraft_latest_on_the_737_max_bronson_possible_selling_stake_in_virgin_galactic_for_funds_for_virgin_atlantic_vs_plans_to_retiring_all_their_744s_and_much_more In this episode, we talk about: Air Canada is retiring 79 aircraft Latest on the 737 MAX Bronson possible selling stake in Virgin Galactic for funds for Virgin Atlantic VS Plans to retiring all their 744s BA Pulling Out of Gatwick Mitsubishi Takes Over... Mon, 11 May 2020 06:00:00 +0000 2523 Kerwin McKenzie and Cushrow Parakh false full 5 1 In this episode, we talk about:

  • Air Canada is retiring 79 aircraft

  • Latest on the 737 MAX

  • Bronson possible selling stake in Virgin Galactic for funds for Virgin Atlantic

  • VS Plans to retiring all their 744s

  • BA Pulling Out of Gatwick

  • Mitsubishi Takes Over the CRJ Program

  • United Orders 78X For Long Haul

  • Qantas Halts Project Sunrise

  • Mahan Air Brings COVID-19 To Iran

  • Travel Restrictions

  • Miami Air Liquidating

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]]> Episode 4: With Special Guest Mike Huxley From The Bemused Backpacker talking about keeping safe in COVID-19 times https://passrider.beehiiv.com/podcast/s/what_s_happening_in_travel_with_cushrow_and_kerwin/episode_4_with_special_guest_mike_huxley_from_the_bemused_backpacker_talking_about_keeping_safe_in_covid-19_times Cushrow and Kerwin has special guest Mike Huxley, an ex-Charge Nurse now travel blogger. They discuss how safe is it to fly in times of COVID-19. Support the show Thu, 07 May 2020 03:00:00 +0000 3313 Kerwin McKenzie and Cushrow Parakh false full 4 1 Cushrow and Kerwin has special guest Mike Huxley, an ex-Charge Nurse now travel blogger. They discuss how safe is it to fly in times of COVID-19.

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]]> Travel This Week with Cushrow and Kerwin - Episode 3 https://passrider.beehiiv.com/podcast/s/what_s_happening_in_travel_with_cushrow_and_kerwin/travel_this_week_with_cushrow_and_kerwin_-_episode_3 In this episode, Cushrow and Kerwin talks about: Reminiscing about The three Berlin Airports British Airways Having Operational Issues; no word about the other IAG carriers Flights from Paris to palette via Guadeloupe and Vancouver, BC Canada AA retiri... Sun, 03 May 2020 15:00:00 +0000 1649 Kerwin McKenzie and Cushrow Parakh false full 3 1 In this episode, Cushrow and Kerwin talks about:Reminiscing about The three Berlin Airports

British Airways Having Operational Issues; no word about the other IAG carriers

Flights from Paris to palette via Guadeloupe and Vancouver, BC Canada

AA retiring some of their fleet

Places where airplanes are stored

Antanov 225

Boeing First Quarter Loss

Boeing 777W and 77X Production

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]]> Travel This Week with Cushrow and Kerwin - Episode 2 https://passrider.beehiiv.com/podcast/s/what_s_happening_in_travel_with_cushrow_and_kerwin/travel_this_week_with_cushrow_and_kerwin_-_episode_2 In this week's episode, we talk about the following and more: Boeing Terminates Agreement with Embraer Embraer 190 Having Operational Issues UAE Gets 5 National Carriers Boeing considering a new 757+ and 767X 12 reasons why I’m not ready to fly Support... Sat, 02 May 2020 17:00:00 +0000 2106 Kerwin McKenzie and Cushrow Parakh false full 2 1 In this week's episode, we talk about the following and more:Boeing Terminates Agreement with Embraer

Embraer 190 Having Operational Issues

UAE Gets 5 National Carriers

Boeing considering a new 757+ and 767X

12 reasons why I’m not ready to fly

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]]> Travel This Week with Cushrow and Kerwin Episode 1 https://passrider.beehiiv.com/podcast/s/what_s_happening_in_travel_with_cushrow_and_kerwin/travel_this_week_with_cushrow_and_kerwin_episode_1 This is the very first episode of our new show. In this episode, we talk about: South African Airways (SA), Virgin Australia (VA), Virgin Atlantic (VS), Air Mauritius (MK) on the verge of collapse Boeing 73x cancellations Cathay Pacific Airways (CX), L... Fri, 24 Apr 2020 20:00:00 +0000 2810 Kerwin McKenzie and Cushrow Parakh false full 1 1 This is the very first episode of our new show.In this episode, we talk about:South African Airways (SA), Virgin Australia (VA), Virgin Atlantic (VS), Air Mauritius (MK) on the verge of collapseBoeing 73x cancellations Cathay Pacific Airways (CX), Lufthansa (LH) delaying Boeing 77X?Mechanic requirements on parked aircraftEmirates (EK) requiring blood tests and other adjustments to their inflight svcs Tokyo-Narita (NRT) Airport  requiring 1-2 day quarantine for arriving pax in Baggage ClaimBoeing 77W converted to freighters at Air Canada (AC)United Airlines (UA) and Delta Air Lines (DL) losses in 1Q20Lufthansa (LH) closing Germanwings380 retirements ahead of scheduleBeing 744 retirements at KLM (KL), Qantas (QF)?Delta Air Lines (DL) wanting Boeing 73X for 717 trade?British Airways (BA), others storing heavy Airbus 380s at WWII French airport.

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