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Sweeping Views of New York City on Approach into JFK

I got lucky sitting on the right side of the plane during an approach into JFK last week.
Shawn Gallagher
September 9, 2025
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Japan Airlines Set to Retire 3rd 777-300ER

The airline will now be left with 10 Boeing 777s in its fleet, while it is scheduled to receive its 11th Airbus A350-1000 by March 2026.
Shawn Gallagher
September 8, 2025
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London Heathrow’s Terminal 4 Evacuated Over Possible Hazardous Material Incident

The airport is urging passengers not to travel to Terminal 4 for the time being.
Shawn Gallagher
September 8, 2025
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New Express Train Service From Narita Airport to Tokyo Skytree Coming in FY2028

The new airport express service opens up the possibility of through-running into the Toei Asakusa subway line.
Shawn Gallagher
September 6, 2025
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Drinking Japan Airlines Pilot Tampered With Testing Kit to Avoid Alcohol Detection

The pilot involved had altered the date settings on their alcohol testing kit in the Honolulu incident and had also done so on multiple previous occasions.
Shawn Gallagher
September 5, 2025
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China’s Growing Visa-Free Access Proves Crucial for Soaring Foreign Tourism Arrivals

China's focus on easing its visa-free policy reflects Beijing's efforts to boost spending in a nation struggling to ramp up consumption.
Shawn Gallagher
September 4, 2025
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Southwest to Deliver Free Wi-Fi for Rapid Rewards Members

Southwest's aircraft with the legacy Anuvu system will struggle with the free offering.
Shawn Gallagher
September 4, 2025
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Japan Airlines Pilot Drinks and Delays Three Honolulu Flights

Despite the airline banning pilots from drinking at overseas destinations, the captain involved had broken this rule "about 10 times" since December 2024.
Shawn Gallagher
September 4, 2025
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WestJet Places Boeing 737 and 787 Order Totaling 67 Aircraft

WestJet further commits to the MAX 10s and looks to double the number of 787s in its fleet.
Shawn Gallagher
September 3, 2025
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Review: Hyatt Centric Faneuil Hall Boston, Deluxe King

Although not the most spacious, this Hyatt does the job in terms of convenience for both business and leisure travelers.
Shawn Gallagher
September 3, 2025
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