Delta regional jets grounded, flight cancellations expected

Delta Air Lines expected to cancel some 150 flights on Thursday, after dozens of regional jets were grounded and sent in for inspections, a spokesperson told TPG. More disruptions could affect travelers on Friday. Late Thursday afternoon, wholly owned regional subsidiary Endeavor Air pulled 45 Delta Connection jets out of service so those planes could…

Review of American Airlines’ Flagship Suite Preferred on the inaugural flight

It’s the day that American Airlines flyers (and investors) have long been waiting for. The Fort Worth-based carrier has officially inaugurated its snazzy Boeing 787-9P, the next-generation Dreamliner that’s poised to help American finally compete more fiercely in the arms race for premium travelers. Pro tips: The biggest mistakes people make with travel rewards credit…

United Premier 1K members can beat jet lag with a free Timeshifter app subscription

There are many benefits to being a United MileagePlus member. While you’re probably familiar with earning and redeeming miles and United’s plan to bring free Wi-Fi to members, you may not know that United loyalists can save money or earn miles on Timeshifter, an app designed to help travelers beat jet lag. Timeshifter, available for…

Chase transfer bonus to Air Canada Aeroplan: Receive 20% bonus points

If you have Chase Ultimate Rewards points and an eligible Chase card, now is a great time to transfer your points to Air Canada’s Aeroplan program. Through July 17, eligible cardmembers will receive a 20% bonus for every 1,000 Chase points they transfer to Aeroplan. Here’s how to utilize this bonus offer and redeem Aeroplan…

The best lounges at London Heathrow — and how to get inside

London’s Heathrow Airport (LHR) is a large, major international airport that serves millions of passengers each year. It’s currently home to four terminals and a few dozen lounges on both the departures and arrivals sides of the facility to accommodate passengers taking the many long-haul flights in and out of London. The airport has credit…