Podcast appearances and mentions of Star Alliance

Send us a textMit Jürgen Weber verliert die Lufthansa-Familie eine prägende Persönlichkeit: Als Vorstandschef verwandelte er den Staatsbetrieb in einen europäischen Branchenriesen, formte die Star Alliance mit und hinterließ ein klares Führungsprinzip. Weber starb im Alter von 83 Jahren. Sein Vermächtnis bleibt – ebenso wie sein legendärer Stil und sein Einfluss auf Generationen von Managern.#JürgenWeber, #Lufthansa, #StarAlliance, #Luftfahrt, #Nachruf, #AviationLegend, #AirlineManagement, #CarstenSpohr, #Mayrhuber, #WeberLegacy, #aviationnews00:00 Willkommen zu Frequent Traveller TV01:16 Das Erbe von Jürgen Weber05:00 Die Zukunft der Lufthansa-Flotte07:29 Rückgang der internationalen Besucher nach Deutschland09:13 Wiedereröffnung der First Class Lounge in München10:58 Neue Vorschriften für Passagiere bei Turkish Airlines - Anzeige wer zu früh austeht12:13 Aegean Miles+Bonus sammeln und Status sichern18:00 Fragen des TagesTake-OFF 13.05.2025 – Folge 098-2025Stammtisch Termine: https://FQTWorld.as.me/meetupKanalmitglied werden und exklusive Vorteile erhalten:https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCQyWcZxP3MpuQ54foJ_IsgQ/joinHier geht es zu eurem kostenlosen Consulting Link - https://FTCircle.as.me/Damit Du von unserem Wissen profitieren kannst, kannst du ein mindestens 60 minütiges und vor allem auf dich zugeschnittenes Punkte, Meilen, Status Coaching buchen. Nach dem Call bekommst du ein Jahr Zugang zu dieser Gruppe und zahlst so nur 10 Euro pro Monat und kannst sofort profitieren. Hier ist nun der Link zu deinem neuen Punkte, Meilen und Status Deals.MY SOCIALSWhatsApp - https://wa.me/message/54V7X7VO3WOVF1FACEBOOK | Lars F Corsten - https://www.facebook.com/LFCorsten/FACEBOOK | FQT.TV - https://www.facebook.com/FQTTVFACEBOOK | FTCircle - https://www.facebook.com/FTCircleTWITTER | Lars F Corsten - https://twitter.com/LFCorstenINSTAGRAM | Lars F Corsten - https://www.instagram.com/lfcorsten/LINKEDIN - https://www.linkedin.com/in/lfcorsten/Clubhouse - @LFCorsten

Todos hemos tomado en alguna ocasión un avión, algunos lo hacen incluso varias veces al mes. En nuestro mundo más de 12 millones de personas vuelan diariamente en alguno de los 100.000 vuelos comerciales que cada día del año las aerolíneas programan de forma regular. Volar nos parece de lo más normal, pero es algo relativamente reciente. Los seres humanos no consiguieron despegarse del suelo hasta finales del siglo XVIII, primero en globos como el de los hermanos Montgolfier en 1783, luego en dirigibles y más tarde, ya en el siglo XX, en aeroplanos de ala fija más pesadas que el aire. Este último invento se lo debemos a los hermanos Wright, que en 1903 hicieron el primer vuelo en una playa de Carolina del Norte. A partir de ahí el aeroplano fue mejorando paulatinamente y durante décadas convivió con los dirigibles, que tuvieron una vida larga en países como Alemania. La primera aerolínea de la historia voló, de hecho, dirigibles, no aviones y lo hizo tan pronto como en 1909. Pero los dirigibles eran lentos, voluminosos y su operación implicaba riesgos, de modo que los aviones pronto tomaron la delantera. La primera guerra mundial propulsó la innovación y la producción de aeronaves de combate que, una vez firmada la paz, siguieron su desarrollo, pero ya como aviones comerciales. Fue entonces, en 1919, cuando el convenio de París reguló la aviación civil y nacieron las primeras aerolíneas, algunas de las cuales siguen existiendo un siglo después como la holandesa KLM, la australiana Qantas, la alemana Lufthansa o la española Iberia. Los años 20 y 30 fueron un periodo dorado que sirvió de antesala a la segunda guerra mundial, en la que la aviación tuvo un papel mucho más importante que en la anterior. Los aviones eran potentes, rápidos y ya de gran tamaño. La innovación no se detuvo, fue en esta época cuando aparecieron los primeros aparatos presurizados, los motores a reacción y brillaron los grandes hidroaviones. Antes de terminar el conflicto la convención de Chicago estableció normas para todos y creo la OACI, siglas de Organización de Aviación Civil Internacional. La posguerra asistió al surgimiento de grandes cuatrimotores para pasajeros como el Lockheed Super Constellation y el Douglas DC-7, que desplazaron definitivamente a los hidroaviones. Sería en 1952 en el Reino Unido donde se presentase el primer jet comercial, el De Havilland Comet, que tuvo una vida corta y accidentada. Le sucedería el Boeing 707 en 1958, un avión que revolucionó la aviación comercial gracias a su diseño, capacidad y, especialmente, su velocidad ya que podía mantener cruceros de más de 900 kilómetros por hora. Los años 60 y 70 trajeron la competición supersónica entre el Concorde franco-británico y el Tupolev 144 soviético. El segundo no pasó de unos pocos vuelos, el primero tuvo una vida de casi tres décadas, pero sus costes de operación eran demasiado elevados. En paralelo, los ingenieros de Boeing desarrollaron el 747, también conocido como Jumbo por sus descomunales dimensiones, el primer avión de fuselaje ancho de la historia. McDonnell Douglas respondió con un trimotor, el DC-10, y los europeos de Airbus con el A-300, el primer avión bimotor de fuselaje ancho, algo muy bien recibido por las aerolíneas tras la crisis del petróleo. La desregulación aérea en EEUU y los cielos abiertos en Europa transformaron el mercado, permitiendo a cientos de millones de personas volar de forma rutinaria gracias a la aparición de compañías de bajo coste como Southwest y Ryanair. La normativa ETOPS permitió a los bimotores operar rutas transoceánicas, sacando del mercado a los cuatrimotores. Alianzas como Star Alliance o One World optimizaron recursos, mientras que aviones como el Boeing 787 Dreamliner o el Airbus A350 introdujeron materiales compuestos para mejorar la eficiencia. La industria aérea nunca ha dejado de innovar y lo sigue haciendo. Se investiga activamente en aviones de propulsión eléctrica y nuevos modelos supersónicos que sean económicamente viables. Para hablar de una historia tan presente tenemos hoy en La ContraHistoria a Iker Muro, piloto comercial, contraescucha y, sobre todo, un amante de la aviación. Bibliografía: - "Wings: A History of Aviation" de Tom D. Crouch - https://amzn.to/4cRMGb4 - "100 Years of Civil Aviation" de Ben Skipper - https://amzn.to/3RyZuJK - "Commercial Aviation History" de Saeed Nassar - https://amzn.to/42qtgqe - "Eso no estaba en mi libro de historia de la aviación" de Rafael de Madariaga y Adolfo Roldán - https://amzn.to/44EvdAI · Canal de Telegram: https://t.me/lacontracronica · “Contra la Revolución Francesa”… https://amzn.to/4aF0LpZ · “Hispanos. Breve historia de los pueblos de habla hispana”… https://amzn.to/428js1G · “La ContraHistoria de España. 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Send us a textUnter dem Motto „Find me if you can“ versteckt Uptrip vom 20. April bis 20. Mai ganz besondere NFT-Sammelkarten an ausgewählten Flughäfen in Deutschland und Österreich – mit starken Preisen für Miles & More-Teilnehmende und Uptrip-Nutzer:innen:

Send us a textLinking the Travel Industry is a business travel podcast where we review the top travel industry stories that are posted on LinkedIn by LinkedIn members.  We curate the top posts and discuss with them with travel industry veterans in a live session with audience members.  You can join the live recording session by visiting BusinessTravel360.comYour Hosts are Riaan van Schoor, Ann Cederhall and Aash ShravahStories covered on this session include -London's Heathrow airport is currently closed. Passengers are asked not to travel to the airport under any circumstances. The February 2025 Airlines Reporting Corporation (ARC) data shows a concerning decline in travel sales, and is discussed in this post by Robert W. Mann, Jr.The Austrian rail operator ÖBB joins Star Alliance as the group's second intermodal partner.Uganda Airlines announce they will start serving the Entebbe - London routes with four flights a week to Gatwick from 18 May.Travel related developments continue in Tanzania with the news that the largest conference facility in East and Central Africa will be developed in Arusha. The facility will house a 5,000-seat auditorium as well as a 500-room five-star hotel.Africa's biggest airport will be built in Ethiopia, at an estimated $7.8b cost, with the aim to provide a capacity of 60m passengers a year by 2040. You can subscribe to this podcast by searching 'BusinessTravel360' on your favorite podcast player or visiting BusinessTravel360.comThis podcast was created, edited and distributed by BusinessTravel360.  Be sure to sign up for regular updates at BusinessTravel360.com - Enjoy!Support the show

Send us a textITA Airways verlässt am 30. April 2025 offiziell SkyTeam und startet den Beitritt zur Star Alliance – mit Unterstützung der Lufthansa Group, die bereits 41 % der Airline hält. Der vollständige Beitritt ist für Anfang 2026 geplant.Ab 30. März 2025 profitieren Passagiere von:– Gemeinsamer Lounge-Nutzung– Codeshare-Flügen & abgestimmten Flugplänen– 360 zusätzlichen Flügen im Star-Alliance-NetzGroßer Schritt für die Lufthansa Group – und mehr Vorteile für Vielflieger!

 In this episode of The SAF Podcast, host Oscar is joined by Lahiru Ranasinghe, Director of Sustainability at EasyJet, to explore the airline's journey toward net zero. With aviation's decarbonization at the forefront of industry discussions, Lahiru outlines EasyJet's three-pronged strategy—Reduce, Replace, Remove—which balances efficiency improvements, sustainable aviation fuel (SAF) adoption, and long-term hydrogen integration.  Discover how EasyJet is navigating the complex SAF landscape by strategically securing supply agreements across Europe to meet regulatory mandates while exploring voluntary market opportunities. Lahiru provides candid insights into the airline's SAF procurement strategy, highlighting recent partnerships with producers like ENI in Italy and Moeve in Spain. Whilst acknowledging that airlines "can't optimize their way to zero."The conversation tackles the SAF green premium head-on - sustainable aviation fuel costs 2-7 times more than conventional jet fuel, yet EasyJet operates with razor-thin margins of just £6.10 profit per seat. This creates a fundamental tension for an airline committed to democratizing air travel. Their pragmatic solution? Focus first on securing SAF partnerships across Europe to meet regulatory mandates while exploring innovative approaches like corporate SAF certificates that allow business customers to address their Scope 3 emissions.Ranasinghe also gives a candid assessment of the "first-mover disadvantage" in long-term SAF agreements. With future production likely to become more efficient and less expensive, airlines that lock in decade-long contracts today risk putting themselves at a competitive disadvantage tomorrow. This chicken-and-egg problem requires creative solutions like Project SkyPower's proposed market intermediary to bridge the gap between producers' need for certainty and airlines' commercial realities. We also dive into EasyJet's hydrogen ambitions, discussing Airbus' timeline delays, the impact on fleet planning, and how hydrogen-powered aircraft could revolutionize short-haul travel by 2040. Plus, we examine the financial realities of SAF adoption, carbon pricing under EU ETS, and whether passengers are willing to pay a green premium. You might have noticed a trend for Project Skypower over recent episodes and the work they are doing developing EFuel policy infrastructure, which you can find out more here: https://project-skypower.org/If you enjoyed this episode, check out our previous episode with Jonathan Pardoe, Star Alliance here: https://www.buzzsprout.com/2202964/episodes/13933438

Everyone loves a good airport lounge experience, but it's not always a given for every airline - even if you're a Star Alliance loyalist. Enter Priority Pass - Megan Singleton's newest hack to experiencing airport luxury. Megan reveals how she found out about this - and details her experiences here. LISTEN ABOVESee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Send us a textITA Airways hat den Austritt aus der SkyTeam Allianz schneller als erwartet vollzogen!

Send us a textLufthansa-Chef Carsten Spohr sieht großes Wachstumspotenzial für ITA Airways, die mit 99 Flugzeugen noch zu klein für den italienischen Markt sei.

Send us a textLufthansa drückt ITA Airways ihren Stempel auf! Ab sofort können Miles & More Mitglieder Meilen auf ITA-Flügen sammeln und einlösen. Zudem zieht ITA in die Lufthansa-Terminals in Frankfurt und München um, was kürzere Umsteigezeiten bringt. Ab 2026 verlässt ITA die SkyTeam-Allianz und tritt der Star Alliance bei. Lufthansa plant zudem ein großes Codeshare-Netzwerk mit über 250 Zielen. Eine schnelle Integration in den Konzern soll ITA schon 2025 profitabel machen – günstigere Tickets gibt es jedoch nicht, denn Lufthansa erwartet auch von ITA eine hohe Rendite. Wie wird sich die Airline unter Lufthansa entwickeln?

Send us a textLufthansa übernimmt 41 % der Anteile an ITA Airways und setzt damit einen strategischen Schritt in der europäischen Luftfahrt. Mit einer Kapitaleinlage von 325 Mio. Euro wird ITA das sechste Drehkreuz im Lufthansa-Netzwerk, der Flughafen Rom-Fiumicino das neue Tor nach Südeuropa.

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This episode is available in audio format on our Let's Talk Loyalty podcast and in video format on www.Loyalty.TV.Today's interview features the SAS Group, the Swedish airline holding company originally formed in 1946 after the merger of the three Scandinavian flag carriers serving Sweden, Denmark and Norway.It is now Scandinavia's leading airline, offering the most departures to, from and within Scandinavia.Like many airlines, the SAS Group has made significant changes to its corporate structure over the years and particularly this year to its global alliance strategy.SAS was one of the original founding members of the Star Alliance in 1997 which it left on 31 August 2024 and it then joined Skyteam the very next day on September 1st 2024! It's an incredible story.Joining us today to share some insights on their loyalty program and some recent award-winning loyalty-led campaigns is Olivia Wasniewski, who is the Head of the EuroBonus Program operated by SAS.Show notes:1) Olivia Wasniewski2) SAS Group3) SAS EuroBonus4) Watch the full video interview for free

In Episode 7 of Miles Ahead: The Canadian Points Podcast, Reed, Josh, Danny, and Jeff discuss the unique world of US credit cards and everything Canadians need to know about how they can access and benefit from these cards. The Frugal Flyer team guides listeners through the process of obtaining an Individual Tax Identification Number (ITIN), a US address, and a US bank account to get started with US credit cards. They also discuss the benefits of US credit cards and how they can often be significantly more beneficial than those offered in Canada. The episode concludes with listener questions on redeeming Aeroplan points for Star Alliance flights, RBC Avion strategies, and assessing a unique RBC banking offer.

This time Tim was on vacation, but the rest of the Frequent Miler crew got together on YouTube for another Ask Us Anything, Live. (On the first Wednesday of every month, we host a live YouTube to answer your points and miles questions in real time!) (00:30) - How did TeamLabs "Borderless" compare with "Planets"? Read more about our TeamLabs experience here. (04:57) - ​​What are your thoughts on new U.S. bank smartly credit card? (07:08) - Hi team! If I downgrade my Ritz card to get the Amex Brilliant sign up bonus, then upgrade again to the Ritz card, will that affect my Ritz 85k certificate? Anything to be careful of so I don't lose the 85k Ritz certificate? (08:56) - ​​What is one place (non-US) destination that has a bad reputation for tourists and doesn't deserve it or alternatively is very overrated? (16:45) - Hi Greg, I was 0 for 3 on my CC applications for Barclays Hawaiian Airlines Personal, Barclays Hawaiian Airlines Biz, and Bank of America Sonesta. Did you have better luck with your CC applications? (18:16) - ​​Any suggestions on how to improve odds on getting targeted for useful Amex? offers? (20:28) - I want to stay at Hilton Tokyo Bay for Fam of 5 - Disneyland and Disney Sea…. what card should I get first? Are there specific rules to follow like Marriott? (26:04) - ​​I have big spend coming up, capacity for ~20k in spend, but I can't get business cards. Any recommendations on sign up bonuses/big spend bonuses? Read more about who can apply for business cards here. (27:57) - Have you ever had issues with gift card fraud? How would you deal with it? (31:13) - What parts of Japan besides Kyoto and Tokyo do you enjoy (33:07) - How much of a transfer bonus from Amex to Hilton would you find to be on the same level as the normal 1:1 transfer from Chase to Hyatt? (34:38) - I have United Silver, is booking basic economy on United and/or Star Alliance partners still going to give me the free checkin luggage? (35:34) -What's the best bet for a new card or downgrade to keep Amex points when cancelling a Gold? My husband has a Business Platinum and it's too hard to get all the benefits/offsets for a second one. (39:16) - ​​What is the best use of Avios after all the short-haul devaluations? (40:16) - ​​What is your favorite hotel ecosystem for long term commitment? (42:42) - Nick, I got the surpass on July 31 and close to meeting spend. want to work towards the 15k spend for 2nd free night certificate but need to pause since I got approved US Bank Altitude Reserve. Will spend in 2025 before anniversary count? (44:13) - ​​What's your best guess on how long the JetBlue status match offer will be active? I have JetBlue cash flights booked in October (domestic) and December (Mint to London). Trying to time it right. (45:24) - ​​Can't book JetBlue economy via Qatar? I tried using the article for finding mint via Qatar using ITAmatrix. I used “P” fare class for economy Got the calendar, but Qatar website doesn't show the flights. (47:44) - what's the best award booking using Lufthansa miles without the exuberant taxes and best way to find availability? (49:43) - ​​Planning trip to Ghana or Kenya next June. Would like to use Flying Blue and Qatar to stop in Ams and Doh. Is it worth it to transfer points now hoping award prices come down closer to the trip? (51:17) - Why don't you guys have a (paid) service for your subscribers to help make award bookings? I've been following for almost a couple of years. I know you teach us to do it on our own, but... (54:36) - NICK and Greg shared an amazing video about finding award availability on Jetblue and booking via Avios. I believe They used Matrix.Ita. Is there a way to find united availability using same process Watch the JetBlue Mint via Qatar how to video here. (56:25) - ​​Should I go for the Hilton Surpass now for the 150k sign up bonus that I can find via incognito browser or wait for a better offer? Subscribe and Follow

In episode 231 of the Simple Flying podcast, Tom and Jo discuss, Cathay Pacific's Airbus A350 issues SAS leaves Star Alliance for SkyTeam SWISS' new first class is too heavy Fishy things at Alaska Airlines Heathrow to welcome to Beluga XL

Det har blitt september og når vi spiller inn denne episoden er det mandag 2. september og SAS har vært med i SkyTeam i én dag. Det virker som det meste fungerer som det skal. SAS er også endelig ute av konkurshjørnet, Qatar Airways skal handle mer og Christian har lest papiravis i helgen. Velkommen ombord på flight 309. Caproni CA. 309 Flight 309 to Tennessee Air Caribbean flight 309 AKTUELT SAS ute av konkurshjørnet ... og Star Alliance og inn i SkyTeam KLM har fått sin første Airbus A321neo Norse Atlantic slipper Q2-tallene ... ... og får en merkelig helsides annonse i Aftenposten Qatar Airways inn I Virgin Australia? SpiceJet sliter

Der er indkaldt til krisemøde i regeringspartiet Moderaterne mandag morgen. Højrepartiet AfD vinder i tyske lokalvalg. SAS forlader Star Alliance og bliver en del af Skyteam. Ørsted skjulte forsinkelser i kriseramt projekt. Danskernes privatforbrug fortsat lavt. Vært: Lasse Ladefoged (lala@borsen.dk)  

Episode Notes A growing number of short-term rental hosts are turning to amenities such as pools, hot tubs and mini golf to help stand out from the competition. Reporter James Farrell examines what one executive calls an “amenities arms race.” Farrell writes hosts and owners willing to invest in developing properties with high-end amenities are likely to see benefits. Analysis from AirDNA found that listings with pools and hot tubs posted higher revenues and occupancy rates than listings without them. Luxury listings with high-quality amenities saw more pronounced revenue benefits than budget or economy listings.  Farrell adds the push for more amenities might be driven partly by the desire of hosts to appeal to families as well as wellness or adventure travelers. David Krauss, CEO of advocacy group Rent Responsibly, said members of those groups tend to expect high-quality amenities.   Next, Saudi Arabia says it's a destination for all types of travelers in its new tourism campaign, writes Middle East Reporter Josh Corder. A video titled “This Land is Calling” showcases several of the kingdom's attractions, including skyscrapers and seaside resorts. Corder notes the campaign aims to highlight the nature in the country as well as its culture and entertainment options. The video's narrator is a solo female traveler as Saudi Arabia attempts to send a message that it's a welcoming environment for female travelers.  The campaign launched on Wednesday in the UK, the U.S., France, Italy and Germany.  Finally, the Air France-KLM Group has officially become a shareholder in SAS Scandinavian Airlines, having formally acquired a roughly 20% stake in the company. Airlines Editor Gordon Smith lists three things to pay attention to.  SAS will join the SkyTeam group of airlines on September 1 after having long been a member of rival Star Alliance. Smith notes one of the biggest implications of the shift pertains to loyalty programs, with members of SAS and Air France-KLM's programs soon being able to enjoy reciprocal frequent flyer benefits.  Smith adds that flyers will find buying tickets and connecting between flights operated by the airlines easier. For example, Air France-KLM passengers will have easier access to 33 destinations in Northern Europe via SAS hubs. In addition, SAS confirmed it recently completed bankruptcy proceedings in the U.S., which CEO Anko van der Weff said represents a new era for the company.  For more travel stories and deep dives into the latest trends, head to skift.com.  Connect with Skift LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/skift/ X: https://twitter.com/skift Facebook: https://facebook.com/skiftnews Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/skiftnews/ WhatsApp: https://whatsapp.com/channel/0029VaAL375LikgIXmNPYQ0L/ Subscribe to @SkiftNews and never miss an update from the travel industry.

Unlocking the Future of IoT: Exploring Interoperability in IoT DevicesIn a recent episode of The Thoughtful Entrepreneur, host Josh sat down with Nick Earle, the CEO of Eseye and the host of the IoT Leaders Podcast, to delve into the intricacies of the Internet of Things (IoT) industry. The conversation was rich with insights on the challenges and advancements in IoT, particularly focusing on connectivity and interoperability issues that have historically hindered the growth of IoT technologies. This blog post will break down the key themes and actionable advice from the episode, providing a comprehensive guide for anyone interested in the evolving landscape of IoT.Nick begins by addressing a significant discrepancy in the IoT space. He recalls a time when Cisco predicted that by 2020, 50 billion devices would be connected to the internet. However, the reality fell short, with only 11 billion devices connected. This gap underscores the challenges that the IoT industry faces, particularly regarding interoperability and connectivity. One of the fundamental issues in IoT is the prevalence of proprietary systems. Much like mobile network operators with their SIM cards, IoT devices often operate on closed systems, creating barriers for communication between devices. This proprietary nature leads to frustration for both consumers and businesses, hindering the seamless integration of IoT technologies.Nick elaborates on Eseye's innovative approach to solving connectivity issues in IoT. The company has developed a solution that allows devices to connect to any network globally, eliminating the proprietary lock that has long plagued the industry. This solution is akin to the airline industry's evolution, where travelers can now purchase a single ticket that allows them to fly on multiple airlines through alliances like Star Alliance. By abstracting the connectivity process, Eseye aims to simplify IoT integration for businesses and consumers. One of the standout features of Eseye's technology is its ability to enable devices to automatically switch between networks, ensuring that devices remain connected regardless of their location, providing a seamless user experience.About Nick Earle:Nick is CEO of Eseye, a global IoT connectivity solutions company with offices in 7 countries, more than 2000 customers across 190 countries and is deploying its IoT connectivity solutions in large Enterprises including 4 of the Fortune 10.Nick spearheads Eseye's strategy and firmly believes in connectivity that ‘just works'; that makes people's lives and jobs easier; connectivity that's invisible. He's a visionary business leader with a distinguished career in technology spanning more than 30 years, spanning large corporations and dynamic start-ups and oscillating between start-ups and global technology, telco and transportation companies.Previously, Nick led organisations and cross-company transformation programs for two $50B global corporations; Cisco where he ran the Cloud and Managed Services business as well as their Worldwide Field Services function, and Hewlett Packard where he ran the global Enterprise Marketing function and the internet transformation strategy.Nick was voted #2 in Computer Reseller News list of the 25 most ‘Disruptive Channel Executives in IT globally'. He has recently received the Juniper Research ‘Mover and Shaker' award and named ‘CxO of the Year' at the 2023 IoT Global Awards, highlighting his visionary leadership and success in propelling Eseye to an enviable position in the IoT space.About Eseye: As a world leader in IoT connectivity solutions, Eseye enables customers to achieve lasting value from global IoT projects.They bring the deep device expertise necessary to integrate, manage, and optimize IoT connectivity for estates of any scale or complexity. Eseye seamlessly connects these devices across 190 countries...

Rebecca Hirst is the Chief Marketing Officer of EY UK, a TEDx Speaker and a winner of Campaign's 40 over 40. Before joining EY and making the switch to B2B, Rebecca was Marketing Director at Samsung and working on brands including Coca-Cola, Schweppes, Kellogg's, Kleenex, Microsoft, IBM, United Airlines, Lufthansa and Star Alliance.Timestamps00:00 - Intro00:54 - Winning Campaign's 40 over 4004:33 - Being a Ted Talk speaker08:01 - Rebecca's time at Samsung13:08 - Why Jon loves being a challenger brand17:08 - Working at Coca Cola vs Pepsi23:00 - How Rebecca transitioned into a B2B role25:46 - The power of compounding32:03 - How is B2B marketing different to B2C?37:36 - How to influence change at a large organisation46:12 - How EY became UK's strongest brand52:14 - Rebecca's advice to young marketers

Listen in as Star Alliance CEO Theo Panagiotoulias, the head of the first of the global airline alliances, sits down with Aviation Week's Karen Walker to discuss customer experience initiatives and focus areas.

Air China, one of the country's major airline companies, plans to schedule more international flights during the upcoming summer travel rush to cater to passengers' needs and facilitate China's global civil aviation market.中国国际航空公司是中国主要航空公司之一，预计将为夏季旅游高峰期安排更多国际航班，以满足乘客需求并促进全球民航市场。According to the company, the airline will launch new routes such as Beijing to Dhaka, capital of Bangladesh, Chengdu to Milan, and resume the Shanghai to Barcelona route. Additionally, it will increase the frequency of flights on 13 international routes, including Beijing to Copenhagen and Chengdu to Singapore.据国航称，将开通北京至孟加拉国首都达卡、成都至米兰等新航线，并恢复上海至巴塞罗那航线。此外，将新增13条国际航线的航班量，包括北京到哥本哈根及成都到新加坡。By doing so, Air China's international and regional flight network will be restored to over 90 percent of the level in 2019, totaling 114 routes connecting 43 countries and regions across the world.中国航空国际和地区航线网将恢复到2019年水平的90%以上，共计114条航线，连接全球43个国家和地区。In addition, through collaboration with member airlines of the Star Alliance, the airline will expand its route network to nearly 1,200 destinations worldwide.通过与星空联盟组织成员的合作，国航将把航线网络扩展到全球近1200个目的地。To facilitate the Belt and Road Initiative, Air China has opened 61 routes to countries and regions involved in the BRI, connecting 36 cities in 28 countries. The number of these flights accounts for 60 percent of the total international flight volume.为推动“一带一路”倡议，国航开通了61条通往“一带一路”沿线国家和地区的航线，连接28个国家的36个城市，航班数量占国际航班总量的60%。Notably, the company is a significant carrier between China and Europe, holding a market share of over 28 percent. The company operates 32 routes between China and Europe with 53 flights every day.中国航空是连接中国和欧洲的重要航空公司，市场份额超过28%。该公司运行中国和欧洲之间的32条航线，每天有53个航班。The number of flights between China and Europe has surpassed the volume in 2019, representing about 116 percent of the level in 2019.截至目前，连接中国和欧洲的航班数已超过2019年，约为2019年的116%。China's summer travel rush usually begins in early July and ends in late August, in line with students' summer vacation. During that time, travel demand often booms.中国的暑期旅游高由7月初开始，8月下旬结束，与学生群体的暑假时间对应，此期间旅行需求经常激增。Air Chinan. 中国国航Star Alliancen. 星空联盟Belt and Road Initiative (BRI)n.“一带一路”

Austrian Airlines könnte die Boeing 737MAX aus der Lufthansa Group Bestellung übernehmen. Austrian Airlines-Chefin Annette Mann erklärte, dass bis 2035 viele Kurzstreckenflugzeuge bei der Austrian Airlines ersetzt werden müssen. Während Eurowings ebenfalls als Kandidat für die 737MAX gilt, ist Austrian Airlines aufgrund ihres hohen Bedarfs eine wahrscheinliche Option. Eine Entscheidung darüber wird frühestens im Herbst getroffen. Fragen des Tages: Was haltet ihr von dem Southwest Airlines Geschäftsmodell? Wie findet ihr die Klage der FAA?00:00 Intro02:58 Southwest Airlines Boeing 737MAX schwer beschädigt wegen Taumelschwingung05:58 Southwest Airlines hat ein angestaubtes Geschäftsmodell, oder?10:08 Austrian Airliner schaut sich Boeing 737MAX an13:52 Vereinigung Cockpit sieht Lufthansa City Airlines kritisch16:20 SAS sieht Zeit bei der Star Alliance nicht als Erfolg20:44 FAA verklagt Passagierin die mit Panzerband fixiert wurde24:32 Hitzeprobleme bei Flug von Qatar Airways in Athen26:16 Und Gök Airlines in Antalya28:18  Fragen des TagesTake-OFF 13.06.2024 – Folge 136-2024 Kanalmitglied werden und exklusive Vorteile erhalten:https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCQyWcZxP3MpuQ54foJ_IsgQ/joinHier geht es zu eurem kostenlosen Consulting Link - https://FTCircle.as.me/Damit Du von unserem Wissen profitieren kannst, kannst du ein mindestens 60 minütiges und vor allem auf dich zugeschnittenes Punkte, Meilen, Status Coaching buchen. Nach dem Call bekommst du ein Jahr Zugang zu dieser Gruppe und zahlst so nur 10 Euro pro Monat und kannst sofort profitieren. Hier ist nun der Link zu deinem neuen Punkte, Meilen und Status Deals.MY SOCIALSWhatsApp - https://wa.me/message/54V7X7VO3WOVF1FACEBOOK | Lars F Corsten - https://www.facebook.com/LFCorsten/FACEBOOK | FQT.TV - https://www.facebook.com/FQTTVFACEBOOK | FTCircle - https://www.facebook.com/FTCircleTWITTER | Lars F Corsten - https://twitter.com/LFCorstenINSTAGRAM | Lars F Corsten - https://www.instagram.com/lfcorsten/LINKEDIN - https://www.linkedin.com/in/lfcorsten/Clubhouse - @LFCorsten

SAS Scandinavian Airlines wird am 1. September von Star Alliance zu Skyteam wechseln. SAS-Chef Anko van der Werff betont, dass die Partnerschaft mit Air France-KLM, die 19,9 Prozent der Anteile an SAS übernehmen, größere Chancen bietet, insbesondere Richtung Nordamerika. Das Nordatlantik-Joint-Venture mit Air France, Delta, KLM und Virgin Atlantic ist besonders interessant für SAS. Der Wechsel zu Skyteam, der normalerweise 18 bis 24 Monate dauert, wird in nur sechs bis neun Monaten vollzogen. Der Vielfliegerstatus der SAS-Kunden bleibt unverändert, jedoch profitieren sie künftig von den Skyteam-Partnern.Frage des Tages: Ist der Wechsel von SAS Scandinavian Airlines zu SkyTeam eine Verbesserung für die Kunden? Wurde SAS Scandinavian Airlines schlecht bei der Star Alliance behandelt? 00:00 Intro01:48 DHL Airbus A300 Tail Strike im Februar04:08 Emirates zögert beim Airbus A350-1000 Kauf08:00 ITA Airways Entscheidung noch diese Woche10:00 Lufthansa muss 1.1 Millionen Strafe an DOT zahlen14:26 SAS Scandinavian Airlines sieht mehr Vorteile bei Skyteam als bei der Star Alliance19:42 Fragen des TagesTake-OFF 04.06.2024 – Folge 128-2024 Kanalmitglied werden und exklusive Vorteile erhalten:https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCQyWcZxP3MpuQ54foJ_IsgQ/joinHier geht es zu eurem kostenlosen Consulting Link - https://FTCircle.as.me/Damit Du von unserem Wissen profitieren kannst, kannst du ein mindestens 60 minütiges und vor allem auf dich zugeschnittenes Punkte, Meilen, Status Coaching buchen. Nach dem Call bekommst du ein Jahr Zugang zu dieser Gruppe und zahlst so nur 10 Euro pro Monat und kannst sofort profitieren. Hier ist nun der Link zu deinem neuen Punkte, Meilen und Status Deals.MY SOCIALSWhatsApp - https://wa.me/message/54V7X7VO3WOVF1FACEBOOK | Lars F Corsten - https://www.facebook.com/LFCorsten/FACEBOOK | FQT.TV - https://www.facebook.com/FQTTVFACEBOOK | FTCircle - https://www.facebook.com/FTCircleTWITTER | Lars F Corsten - https://twitter.com/LFCorstenINSTAGRAM | Lars F Corsten - https://www.instagram.com/lfcorsten/LINKEDIN - https://www.linkedin.com/in/lfcorsten/Clubhouse - @LFCorsten

Austrian Airlines führt ab Juni die Boeing 787-9 auf Langstrecken ein, um Boeing 767 und 777 zu ersetzen. Die ersten Jets sind mit Sitzen von Bamboo Airways ausgestattet. Zukünftige Jets könnten das neue Allegris-System von Lufthansa oder eine Standard-Business-Class erhalten. Die Entscheidung steht noch aus, wobei einheitliche Konfigurationen bevorzugt werden, um die Effizienz zu steigern.Frage des Tages: Allegris oder nicht Allegris bei der Austrian Airlines? Was ist euch lieber?00:00 Intro03:36 Seniorin wird auf falschen Flug gesetzt09:32 Lufthansa will ITA Deal mit Angebot an Air France, KLM und British Airways retten12:00 Boeing 787 Schattenfabrik soll noch dieses Jahr geschlossen werden15:50 Austrian Airlines neue Preisgarantie ist kundenunfreundlich18:26 Austrian Airlines Boeing 767 werden 2026 ausgeflottet 19:50 Austrian Airlines 787 Allegris oder doch die Business von der Stange24:48 Emirates in die Star Alliance?27:42 Eine Person starb, nachdem sie in das Triebwerk eingesaugt wurdeFragen des TagesTake-OFF 30.05.2024 – Folge 123-2024 Kanalmitglied werden und exklusive Vorteile erhalten:https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCQyWcZxP3MpuQ54foJ_IsgQ/joinHier geht es zu eurem kostenlosen Consulting Link - https://FTCircle.as.me/Damit Du von unserem Wissen profitieren kannst, kannst du ein mindestens 60 minütiges und vor allem auf dich zugeschnittenes Punkte, Meilen, Status Coaching buchen. Nach dem Call bekommst du ein Jahr Zugang zu dieser Gruppe und zahlst so nur 10 Euro pro Monat und kannst sofort profitieren. Hier ist nun der Link zu deinem neuen Punkte, Meilen und Status Deals.MY SOCIALSWhatsApp - https://wa.me/message/54V7X7VO3WOVF1FACEBOOK | Lars F Corsten - https://www.facebook.com/LFCorsten/FACEBOOK | FQT.TV - https://www.facebook.com/FQTTVFACEBOOK | FTCircle - https://www.facebook.com/FTCircleTWITTER | Lars F Corsten - https://twitter.com/LFCorstenINSTAGRAM | Lars F Corsten - https://www.instagram.com/lfcorsten/LINKEDIN - https://www.linkedin.com/in/lfcorsten/Clubhouse - @LFCorsten

Ever wonder how you could wander through the romantic streets of Paris, explore the ancient ruins of Rome, or cruise the canals of Amsterdam without the steep price of airfare hanging over your head? Well, buckle up, because today's episode is all about making those European dreams a reality for pennies on the dollar! Join us, the Travel Mom Squad—Alex, Pam, and Jess—as we delve into our treasure trove of tips for using points and miles to jet off to Europe. In today's chat, Jess spills the beans on how she's hopping across the pond multiple times this year (hint: it's all about those points!), and Pam shares her seasoned strategies for snagging those luxurious long-haul flights to visit her daughter in London. We're peeling back the curtain on the mystical world of traveling on points, showing you that with a bit of savvy planning and the right credit cards, those chic European getaways can be more attainable than you think. From leveraging airline alliances to maximizing credit card rewards, we're not just talking about scoring a seat on a plane; we're upgrading you to a lifestyle where globe-trotting to Europe becomes as routine as a road trip to the next state. We'll guide you through the best cards for travel points, how to snag that elusive business class upgrade without breaking the bank, and why sometimes, the best travel strategy involves a simple train ride through stunning landscapes. So, whether you're plotting your first escape to Europe or you're a seasoned flyer looking to stretch your miles even further, this episode is your first-class ticket to smarter travel. Ready to soar into the skies without the hefty price tag? Hit play to join our journey and maybe even discover how to make Europe your second home, one point at a time! Links For This Episode:  Transfer Partner & Airline Alliance Master List: https://travelmomsquad.ck.page/cheatsheet Our Favorite Search Engines To Book Award Travel: https://travelmomsquad.com/our-favorite-search-engines-to-book-award-travel/    Links For All Things Travel Mom Squad: stan.store/travelmomsquad   Episode Minute By Minute: 1:49 Starting Points - Pam shares why Europe is a top destination and tips on using points for flights. 3:09 Cheap Carriers & Trains - Pam explains how to travel cheaply within Europe once you arrive. 4:12 Typical Costs - Pam outlines what to expect in terms of points for economy and business class. 6:22 Favorite Airlines - Pam and Alex discuss their preferred airlines and strategies for booking. 9:54 Booking Tips - Alex offers advice for beginners on booking with United and other carriers. 14:12 Air France Benefits - Alex highlights the perks of booking with Air France, especially for families. 20:30 Real Booking Examples - Alex shares recent bookings and Jess talks about flying Singapore Airlines. 24:11 Avianca LifeMiles - Pam discusses using Avianca for flying Star Alliance to Europe. 27:00 Chase Travel Portal - Alex suggests using the Chase portal for booking when rates are low. 32:00 Upgrading Tickets - Alex and Jess talk about upgrading flights and when it's worth it.

In honor of Star Alliance, Unfathomable, and Untamed retiring for Aember Skies, June and Sydnie discuss some of their favorite graduating cards with classic (and not-so-classic) High School superlatives. Get ready to learn to whom June bestows the title of most beautiful eyes, and who Sydnie thinks would totally fall for an MLM (Multi-Level Marketing) scheme. Back the Æmber Skies Gamefound Campaign: ⁠https://bit.ly/3xCiiRr⁠ If you wish to donate to HFFS here is our Patreon link:  https://www.patreon.com/hffspodcast • Please subscribe if you enjoyed  this episode, leave a review on Apple with your thoughts, and share it on your social channels. We appreciate any and all support. // If you wish to connect with, join our Discord, link below, or email us: hffspodcast@gmail.com. Connect with Sydnie on Discord:  SCSteele // June on Discord: june.is.here // Blake on Discord: blvdblake Join our Discord to talk about episodes and help shape future ones! https://discord.gg/w6vbkWF6Xh

Das Flying Blue-Programm von Air France-KLM hat seine bezahlte Statusanpassung auf Nordamerika und Europa ausgeweitet. Ursprünglich für Mitglieder im Vereinigten Königreich gestartet, umfasst die Aktion jetzt auch Kanada und mehrere europäische Länder wie Österreich, Belgien, Deutschland und weitere. Die Aktion ermöglicht es Mitgliedern von Flying Blue, die bereits einen Status bei ausgewählten anderen Fluggesellschaften haben, diesen auf Silver, Gold oder Platinum für 12 Monate anzupassen. Die Vereinigten Staaten und Mexiko sind aufgrund der Präsenz von Delta und AeroMexico ausgeschlossen. Interessanterweise sind Mitglieder von SAS' Eurobonus nicht eingeschlossen, auch wenn SAS von Star Alliance zu SkyTeam wechselt. Das Programm bietet Vorteile wie zusätzliches Gepäck, bevorzugtes Einchecken und Lounge-Zugang, mit als angemessen betrachteten Gebühren für diejenigen, die planen, häufig mit SkyTeam-Airlines zu fliegen.https://FQTWorld.as.me/meetup Der Link zu den StammtischenFrage des Tages: Werdet ihr den Statusmatch zu Air France machen? Wie wollt ihr den Match nutzen?00:00 Intro01:30 Stammtische04:22 Flughafen Wien wird 70 Jahre alt07:02 Delta Boeing 767 verliert Notrutsche09:00 Wizz Air findet Westeuropa weniger wichtig11:12 Al-Maktoum Flughafen in Dubai wird mit Milliarden weiter ausgebaut14:12 Lufthansa bekommt von Easyjet Hilfe bei ITA Übernahme16:20 Finnair und das GPS Jamming lässt Flüge umkehren20:14 AirFrance/KLM Status Match jetzt auch in Europa23:40Fragen des TagesTake-OFF 29.04.2024 – Folge 098-2024 Kanalmitglied werden und exklusive Vorteile erhalten:https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCQyWcZxP3MpuQ54foJ_IsgQ/joinHier geht es zu eurem kostenlosen Consulting Link - https://FTCircle.as.me/Damit Du von unserem Wissen profitieren kannst, kannst du ein mindestens 60 minütiges und vor allem auf dich zugeschnittenes Punkte, Meilen, Status Coaching buchen. Nach dem Call bekommst du ein Jahr Zugang zu dieser Gruppe und zahlst so nur 10 Euro pro Monat und kannst sofort profitieren. Hier ist nun der Link zu deinem neuen Punkte, Meilen und Status Deals.MY SOCIALSWhatsApp - https://wa.me/message/H4VQT6XX7L6WJ1FACEBOOK | Lars F Corsten - https://www.facebook.com/LFCorsten/FACEBOOK | FQT.TV - https://www.facebook.com/FQTTVFACEBOOK | FTCircle - https://www.facebook.com/FTCircleTWITTER | Lars F Corsten - https://twitter.com/LFCorstenINSTAGRAM | Lars F Corsten - https://www.instagram.com/lfcorsten/LINKEDIN - https://www.linkedin.com/in/lfcorsten/Clubhouse - @LFCorsten

Neues Lufthansa Lounge - Konzept wird kommen, das erstmals im Juli 2024 in einer brandneuen Lounge in Newark präsentiert wird. Das Design umfasst eine klassische hufeisenförmige Bar, private Besprechungsräume und exklusives à la carte Essen für Erste-Klasse-Passagiere. Laut Heiko Reitz, dem Chief Commercial Officer von Lufthansa, werden die Lounges verschiedene Bereiche für Entspannung und Meetings bieten und eine warme, zeitgemäße Ästhetik mit Holz und Ziegel aufweisen.Das Konzept entstand in enger Zusammenarbeit mit Kunden, um deren Bedürfnisse und Erwartungen zu verstehen. Nach Newark sind ähnliche Neugestaltungen in Washington DC und New York JFK geplant, besonders mit dem Umzug nach Terminal 6. Das neue Lounge-Konzept wird schließlich auch an den Drehkreuzen Frankfurt und München eingeführt, wobei jede Lounge individuell gestaltet wird, um unterschiedliche Atmosphären und Passagierbedürfnisse zu berücksichtigen.Frage des Tages: Spielt ihr auch am Automaten an Flughäfen wie Las Vegas? Wie findet ihr das neue Loungekonzept der Lufthansa?00:00 Intro02:26 Fluggastdaten müssen geteilt werden03:56 Austrian Airlines Tarifeinigung05:14 Star Alliance “alles eher selbstbezogen' sagt SAS11:02 Tasse Kaffee mit Insekten verseucht kostet fast das Leben an spanischem Flughafen13:18 American Airlines Passagier diskriminiert wegen “First Class Toilette” ?18:18 1.4 Millionen USD am Flughafen Las Vegas gewonnen 20:04 Lufthansa Lounges bekommen einen neuen LookFragen des TagesTake-OFF 26.04.2024 – Folge 097-2024 Kanalmitglied werden und exklusive Vorteile erhalten:https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCQyWcZxP3MpuQ54foJ_IsgQ/joinHier geht es zu eurem kostenlosen Consulting Link - https://FTCircle.as.me/Damit Du von unserem Wissen profitieren kannst, kannst du ein mindestens 60 minütiges und vor allem auf dich zugeschnittenes Punkte, Meilen, Status Coaching buchen. Nach dem Call bekommst du ein Jahr Zugang zu dieser Gruppe und zahlst so nur 10 Euro pro Monat und kannst sofort profitieren. Hier ist nun der Link zu deinem neuen Punkte, Meilen und Status Deals.MY SOCIALSWhatsApp - https://wa.me/message/H4VQT6XX7L6WJ1FACEBOOK | Lars F Corsten - https://www.facebook.com/LFCorsten/FACEBOOK | FQT.TV - https://www.facebook.com/FQTTVFACEBOOK | FTCircle - https://www.facebook.com/FTCircleTWITTER | Lars F Corsten - https://twitter.com/LFCorstenINSTAGRAM | Lars F Corsten - https://www.instagram.com/lfcorsten/LINKEDIN - https://www.linkedin.com/in/lfcorsten/Clubhouse - @LFCorsten

Tragically, United appears to to be blocking saver award space from Star Alliance partner bookings. In this coffee break episode we'll talk about what that means. (0:59) - Overview of United's recent changes Read more about these United changes here.  (01:09) - Why it matters (07:11) - Research findings - what we've found out digging a little deeper... (09:50) - Are United miles now more valuable? (14:19) - Are United credit cards now more valuable? (extra award space) Visit here to get updated on in-depth points and miles content like this, and don't forget to like and follow us on social media. You'll find all other Frequent Miler on the Air episodes here. Music Credit - Beach Walk by Unicorn Heads

In episode 213 of the Simple Flying podcast, regular host Tom Boon is joined by US Lead Jonathan Hendry to talk about SAS's upcoming Star Alliance exit, and what else is new in the aviation loyalty world.

SAS har kommet med dato for bruddet med Star Alliance, og vi snakker med Tommy Danielsen fra FlyerTalk om hva du bør gjøre om du vil fortsette å samle poeng på Star Alliance. Norwegian, SAS og Norse har kommet med trafikktall, nye ruter til Nord-Norge, Tennessee forbyr noe som ikke finnes og vi anbefaler podcasten Flydilla. Velkommen ombord på flight 294! Boeing 294 AKTUELT: Dato for SAS' Star Alliance-exit er klar Trafikktall mars Norwegian + Widerøe SAS Norse Atlantic SunClass Airlines tapte 200 millioner Nye ruter til Nord-Norge Iberia Madrid-Tromsø Finnair Ivalo-Kirkenes Tennessee forbyr "chemtrails" (hør mer fakta om contrails i Flight 126) UKENS ANBEFALING: Er du interessert i småfly eller vil bli pilot? Sjekk ut podcasten Flydilla!

In this video, we talk through all the Star Alliance cards in Winds of Exchange. You can follow along at https://archonarcana.com/Card_Gallery?houses=Star_Alliance&sets=Winds_of_Exchange . Tell me about your favorite Cadet decks!

In the latest episode - sponsored by Panasonic Avionics - Graham and Lewis look back on an inauspicious start to 2024 in terms of airline safety and consolidation moves. They then consider what airlines including United Airlines, Ryanair and Wizz Air had to say about the year ahead in their recent earnings calls. Music credit: Tea K Pea “highabove”/Creative Commons Spirit pushes back on ‘misguided narrative' about stability without JetBlue https://www.flightglobal.com/strategy/spirit-pushes-back-on-misguided-narrative-about-stability-without-jetblue/156863.article European regulators ‘welcome' JetBlue's summer Amsterdam access https://www.flightglobal.com/networks/european-regulators-welcome-jetblues-summer-amsterdam-access/156788.article Regulators in no mood to wave through airline M&A activity https://www.flightglobal.com/airlines/regulators-in-no-mood-to-wave-through-airline-manda-activity/156749.article SAS chief looks to SkyTeam gains to outweigh ‘emotionally difficult' Star Alliance exit https://www.flightglobal.com/strategy/sas-chief-looks-to-skyteam-gains-to-outweigh-emotionally-difficult-star-alliance-exit/156831.article Lufthansa remedies to secure ITA deal fail to convince competition regulator https://www.flightglobal.com/airlines/lufthansa-remedies-to-secure-ita-deal-fail-to-convince-competition-regulator/156595.article Commission initiates deeper probe into latest IAG-Air Europa tie-up bid https://www.flightglobal.com/airlines/commission-initiates-deeper-probe-into-latest-iag-air-europa-tie-up-bid/156633.article Why United chief Kirby is unfazed by more operational and cost pressures in 2024 https://www.flightglobal.com/airlines/why-united-chief-kirby-is-unfazed-by-more-operational-and-cost-pressures-in-2024/156602.article Why growing Ryanair expects European short-haul capacity to fall this summer https://www.flightglobal.com/airlines/why-growing-ryanair-expects-european-short-haul-capacity-to-fall-this-summer/156681.article How is Wizz Air handling impact of Middle East war and GTF groundings? https://www.flightglobal.com/airlines/how-is-wizz-air-handling-impact-of-middle-east-war-and-gtf-groundings/156638.article

In this episode, Andrew starts off by talking about what the different cabin class names mean. Then he looks at round-the-world tickets and how you can take a trip around the globe. Club World, Delta One, Signature Class, and Mint. These are all names of airlines' lie-flat business class products. What's with all the different names? What does the term first class really mean? Andrew unpacks it all at the beginning of this episode.   There's something special about circumnavigating the world in a single trip. And airline alliances offer you the ability to book a round-the-world itinerary on a single ticket. Andrew looks at the Star Alliance and oneworld round-the-world ticket options.What if you want to book your own itinerary to go around the planet? This episode looks at your other circumnavigation options as well, comparing the different ways in which you can book a round-the-world ticket and talking about how you can save money to find the cheapest option. For more air travel content, check out the Insights section of the Flying Smarter website! Connect with Flying Smarter: Facebook: Flying Smarter Podcast Instagram: @flyingsmarter X (Twitter): @flying_smarterLinkedIn: Flying SmarterWebsite: www.flyingsmarter.com Travels With Jim and RitaEver think of selling everything and traveling the world? Jim & Rita are giving it a try.

Zach Armstrong from KPR joins Sydnie for some crazy talk about Grim Reminders. What new Key Cheat scares Sydnie? What conspiracy theory was Zach looking for in Star Alliance? Tune in to find out! If you wish to donate to HFFS here is our Patreon link:  https://www.patreon.com/hffspodcast • Please subscribe if you enjoyed  this episode, leave a review on Apple with your thoughts, and share it on your social channels. We appreciate any and all support. // If you wish to connect with us through social media @HFFSpodcast on Twitter & hffspodcast@gmail.com. Connect with Sydnie on Discord:  SCSteele#9355 // Rick on Twitter: @TKeyforger // Blake on Twitter: @blvdblake & YouTube:  https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCSgDdfWvcRbCC3l7CnvOJhg Join our Discord to talk about episodes and help shape future ones! https://discord.gg/w6vbkWF6Xh

In episode 193 of the Simple Flying podcast, regular host Tom is joined by Rhys from Head for Points to take an in-depth look at the new lounge that Star Alliance opened in Paris Charles De Gaulle Terminal 1 earlier this month.

Get Thrifty Traveler Premium deal/award alerts sent straight to your inbox. Use promo code “AT101” for $10 off your first year. Head to ThriftyTraveler.com for more details and check out their Google Flights guide. Recent finds include:Business class to Rome for 58KBusiness class to Tokyo for 60KPremium Economy to Europe for 36K R/TYou can find these at ThriftyTraveler.com/Premium.Post of the weekElizabeth Holmes Hanes posted about needing to up her hotel redemptions. Was she blinded by status when there was a gorgeous Marriott right around the corner?NewsGet Bonus Hilton points -Is it worth purchasing points? There's a 100% bonus, and it could make sense in certain situations.What's going on with certain Award tools? ExpertFlyer and Seats.aero are having issues. Expertflyer is removing all Star Alliance carriers, plus seats.aero received a cease and desist order from Aeroplan. Is Expertflyer becoming useless?Support the AT101 Podcast/CommunityTrip updatesAngie - has both Australia and a safari booked but can she convince P2 to go?Allison - Still doesn't love her Brazil flight. 2 options booked - which would you choose? Booked a hotel finally, Hilton Copacabana (5th night free). There was a JW Marriott with similar points price, so why did she choose the Hilton?What bonuses did we get?Angie - closed first Business Platinum. Calling to start the Chase Sapphire Reserve product changeAllison - has been holding steady. Should she get something new?Highlight feature: Bali! Doing a $12k trip for less than $1500 out of pocket plus some pointsHow we Booked FlightsBoth of us booked Qatar (QR) by transferring American Express Membership Rewards to British Airways. 100K plus $202Angie: DPS-SIN 14K Lifemiles plus $40.60 then SIN-JFK for 112.5K transferred from Chase Ultimate Rewards (took FOREVER) to Singapore Airlines (SQ) plus $59.92Allison: Same QR price, DPS-SIN was 8.5K SQ miles +$15.95 (transferred from AMEX), plus Etihad Business Class SIN-AUH-JFK was 87.5K and $122.63 booked through Aeroplan.How we Booked HotelsAngie and Allison discuss their Bali Girls Trip:A $12k trip for less than $1500 out of pocket plus some pointsFull trip report posted in the Award Travel 101 Community w/hotel and airline reviewsTip of the weekGo to meetups to make frWhere To Find the Award Travel 101 Community For questions, you can join us in the free 100,000+ member Award Travel 101 Community. For more intermediate and advanced strategies, join Award Travel 201 community To book time with our team, check out Award Travel 1-on-1. You can also email us at contactawardtravel@gmail.com. Our next meetup is located in San Antonio, TX on April 26–28, 2024, and it's SOLD-OUT. You can get on our wait-list, but to learn more visit Taco 'Bout A Fiesta! Support the AT101 Podcast/Community

Dan joins On-Air from Japan, and Alex from a state dining room set for 50. The duo discusses the latest in the world of aviation, including plenty on Dan's amazement at Air France-KLM swooping up SAS, the role of airline alliances as SAS looks to move from Star Alliance to Skyteam, the impact on air travel of the worsening Israel-Palestine conflict, as well as your questions on flying etiquette.------------------------Please send us your questions, topics, or opinions via direct message on Instagram below.Follow Nonstop Dan on YouTube and Instagram.Follow Alex Macheras on X (Twitter) and Instagram.Contact for sponsorship: collabs@nonstopdan.com------------------------Dan's travels to JapanLuxury hotels and hospitality industry - are expensive hotels actually worth it?Alex's Formula 1 Race Weekend in Doha, QatarAir France-KLM to purchase 19% stake in SASEuropean airline consolidationAlliances and their roles in airline routes + operationsAirlines respond to Israel-Palestine escalationsSleeping on daytime flights - what's up with it?!Airplane etiquette: window shades, recline, deplaning in order, gate lice, someone wanting to switch seats

Doug is back from Frankfurt, and Drew is rounding everyone up to create Winter ops checklists as temps start dropping. Breaking news is a cargo 757 doing a belly landing in Chattanooga, Tennessee after a possible hydraulic issue.  We discuss landing gear situations as well as a planeload of other topics:SAS moves from the STAR Alliance to SkyTeam with Air France/KLM buying a stakeJetblue flight attendants get a raise and back the merger with SpiritUnited buys another 110 aircraft including 50 787s and 60 A321NEOsDrew has a weight restricted flight from DC to Tokyo - how does ops handle that?We explain why we think American Airilnes is suing to keep its Northeast Alliance with JetBlueJoin the discussion! https://www.nexttripnetwork.com/

Welcome to What's Up in Business Travel for Week 40 of 2023.  This is a weekly podcast from BusinessTravel360, where we update you on what's up this week in the world of business travel.  This podcast is great for those who need to know what's happening all in less than 15 minutes.Topics covered during this podcast -ASTA looks to DOT for helpAugust air demand near pre-pandemic levelsLost business trips costing $52B in impactSAS Airlines drops Star AllianceSAS loses 95% of value after restructuring dealGatwick extends flight cap until 15 OctoberUS Passport renewal wait time dropsUnited Airlines & LOT Polish Airlines codeshare lapsesDelta & Aeromexico to expand codeshareJetBlue & Uber for Business partner for disruption servicesLufthansa partners with South Korean Rail OperatorFetcherr partners with Royal Air MarocUnited orders 110 new aircraftsAeromexico plans US route expansionAir Malta to close in MarchHQ wins BTN Group's 2023 Innovator of the Year AwardUnited will add wheelchair featureSabre offers LATAM NDC ContentHeathrow trials pre-booked security slotsAirPlus launches new spend analytics platformTune in every Monday morning to get your weekly update.  We hope you will make this a regular part of your week and listen in while you on the move or sitting back and sipping your coffee.You can subscribe to this podcast by searching 'BusinessTravel360' on Google Podcast, Apple Podcast, iHeart, Pandora, Spotify, Alexa or your favorite podcast player.This podcast was created, edited and distributed by BusinessTravel360.  Be sure to sign up for regular updates at BusinessTravel360.com - Enjoy!Support the show

On this episode of AvTalk, we chat with curator of theAirchive.net, Chris Sloan. United Airlines adds more aircraft to its order book, SAS will say hello to Air France+KLM and goodbye to Star Alliance, and Qantas is in more hot water thanks to an IT malfunction. This week's highlights Air France+KLM will become a major […] The post AvTalk Episode 236: Into the Airchive! appeared first on Flightradar24 Blog.

Delta wants dollars: this week we discuss the massive changes coming to the Delta Sky Miles elite status program and what it means for flyers and cardholders alike. 00:00 Intro 01:24 Giant Mailbag 04:26 What crazy thing . . .did Citi do this week? 06:10 Mattress running the numbers 6:23 American Airlines elite status fast track for some Hyatt elites https://frequentmiler.com/american-airlines-back-with-instant-status-pass-for-hyatt-elite-members-targeted/ 10:25 Hyatt Globalist fast track for AA Platinum Pro & Executive Platinum members https://frequentmiler.com/new-american-airlines-hyatt-status-match-get-globalist-with-20-nights/ 17:51 Wyndham Shopping Portal Promo https://frequentmiler.com/wyndham-shopping-portal-earn-1k-points-on-1st-purchase-500-bonus-points-per-purchase-after-limit-3k-4k-points/ 19:54 Award Talk: Now book Star Alliance awards on Turkish Airlines website again https://frequentmiler.com/turkish-star-alliance-awards-online-once-again-book-united-to-hawaii-for-7500-miles-one-way/ 26:23 Main Event: Delta breaks up with its loyal customers (It's not you, it's Delta!) https://frequentmiler.com/deltas-2024-elite-program-it-aint-pretty/ 31:01 How do you earn MQDs in the newly-announced program? 36:00 No more rollovers 37:45 January 1, 2024 SkyClub access changes for cardholders https://frequentmiler.com/delta-announces-big-sky-club-access-changes-for-2024-and-beyond/ 40:08 Feb 1, 2025 SKyClub access changes 44:12 Who is the winner here? 46:11 What will be the best ways to get SkyClub access moving forward? 48:06 How did Greg do on his predictions? 57:51 What will Greg do about Delta elite status now? 1:06:16 If you're close to Million Miler status . . . 1:07:45 Question of the Week: Better rewards or more peace of mind?

Welcome back, travel hackers! In our latest episode we uncover the hidden gems within airline alliances! Ever wondered about flying Q Suite for fewer miles than you'd expect? Or how about discovering those hidden airline sweet spots that seem elusive? We've got you covered. We dive deep into the world of airline alliances. These power-packed groups allow travelers like us (and you!) to book flights using miles from one airline but fly on another. To put it in perspective, imagine using Virgin Atlantic miles to book a Delta flight and snagging a bargain in the process. And yes, flying Q Suite on Qatar Airways with American Airlines miles is entirely possible—we've done it! And for those of you keen on understanding the potential of less-talked-about loyalty programs, Pam dove deep into her experiences with Avianca Life Miles. Want to catch all the details and tips we shared? Press play on the episode and embark on a journey of travel hacking mastery with us!   Links For This Episode:  Award Travel Academy Next Level: https://travelhackingmom.teachable.com/p/atanextlevel?coupon_code=ATANLWEB Transfer Partner Cheat Sheet: https://travelhackingmom.ck.page/cheatsheet    Free Gifts and Resources To Start Your Travel Hacking Journey: Free Webinar: How to Start Traveling for Nearly Free Best Current Credit Card Offers: Best Rewards Card Offers | Travel Hacking Mom Award Travel Academy: Award Travel Academy Our Website: https://travelhackingmom.com Connect With Us: Newsletter signup: https://travelhackingmom.com/newsletter Instagram: Alex + Pam + Jess | Points & Miles (@travelhackingmom) TikTok: travelhackingmom's Creator Profile Facebook group: Travel Hacking Mom Group | Facebook   Episode Minute By Minute: 00:48 Jess breaks down how airline alliances work, check the cheat sheet in the show notes!  02:49 Working with a partner airline can save a lot of miles, but it's not always an option  04:27 Alex shares her favorite airline alliance sweet spots  06:59 Alex and Pam share their experience with Qatar airlines, flying in Qsuite   11:51 Pam talks about the sweet spots that she's taken advantage of with Avianca Life miles 15:11 Jess shares her favorite sweet spot with Star Alliance  18:29 Alex talks about booking Delta flights through Virgin Atlantic  21:00 Pam gives another tip when it comes to booking flights to Hawaii  25:10 Jess shares her plan to get home from Japan with American Airlines miles  26:12 Breaking down sweet spots that don't involve airline alliances  28:01 Jess talks about Turkish Airlines, known for an amazing experience  32:54 Make sure to check out the Award Travel Academy Next Level course!   

United steeply increased the cost of award tickets this week and as a result, United miles are worth less. Fear not --- you have many great options for booking Star Alliance awards moving forward. This week, we discuss your alternatives. Join our email list: https://frequentmiler.com/subscribe/ 00:00 Intro 00:36 Giant Mailbag: Citi premier *does* have purchase protections 04:13 Award Talk 04:18: Citi adds a new transfer partner (Accor) https://frequentmiler.com/accor-live-limitless-added-as-citi-thankyou-transfer-partner/ 08:37 AA slot machine 12:23 United status challenge 17:14 What crazy thing . .  did United Mileage Plus do this week? https://frequentmiler.com/major-united-mileage-plus-devaluation-33-increase-in-award-prices-to-from-europe/ 21:33 Main Event: The sky fallen on United MileagePlus 25:20 United Good News 31:01 What do you do if you like Star Alliance? https://frequentmiler.com/dont-transfer-chase-points-to-united-but-dont-despair-yet/ 32:18 Air Canada Aeroplan 37:38 Avianca LifeMiles https://frequentmiler.com/lifemiles-manual-booking-patience-compulsory-persistence-pays-off/ https://frequentmiler.com/avianca-lifemiles-awesome-mixed-cabin-award-pricing-first-class-for-less/ 46:35 Singapore KrisFlyer 47:21 Turkish Miles & Smiles https://frequentmiler.com/turkish-miles-smiles-complete-guide/ 51:50 ANA 59:35 Will other programs follow suit? 1:15:09 How many points per year can one sustainably earn? Music credit: Annie Yoder