Author: Tyler Morgan

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Tyler Morgan covers airlines, airports and everything between check-in and baggage claim. He writes terminal-by-terminal airport guides, airline fare and rewards breakdowns, and follows fleet news from Boeing and Airbus. His focus is the practical detail that decides whether a tight connection works — which terminal, how early the counter closes, and what actually counts as a carry-on.

Paying five figures for a plane ticket sounds extreme until you see what the Singapore Airlines Suite actually provides: a private room with a separate bed and seat, premium dining, and a highly personalized ground and onboard experience. The bigger question is not whether it feels luxurious, but whether the route, price, and benefits make sense for your trip. Quick Answer Singapore Airlines Suites is the airline’s top cabin, available only on selected Airbus A380 flights. Each Suite has a sliding privacy door, separate full-flat bed, swivel leather chair, and 32-inch HD screen. Cash fares are dynamic and often reach…

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Yes, LATAM Airlines has onboard Wi-Fi, but it is not guaranteed on every flight. Connectivity is widespread on LATAM’s narrow-body aircraft within South America, while long-haul Wi-Fi began rolling out on Boeing 787-9 aircraft in March 2026. Your aircraft, route, and operational conditions determine what is available. Quick Answer LATAM offers Wi-Fi on most narrow-body flights within South America and has started adding it to long-haul Boeing 787-9 aircraft. LATAM Pass members get free text messaging on eligible connected flights. Paid browsing and streaming plans are also available, but service, benefits, and prices can vary by aircraft and route. Key…

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Spirit Airlines became famous for fares that sometimes looked dramatically cheaper than tickets on larger carriers. Those prices came from a carefully designed ultra-low-cost model, not from offering the same product for less money. Spirit separated many extras from the base fare, packed more seats onto each aircraft, and kept its operation focused on low unit costs. However, Spirit stopped operating on May 2, 2026, so the model described below is now historical. Quick Answer Spirit Airlines historically kept fares low by separating the ticket price from extras such as carry-on bags, checked bags, seat selection, and food. High-density cabins,…

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Choosing an airline means trusting its aircraft, crews, maintenance program, and regulators. Condor has operated since the 1950s and today flies an all-Airbus fleet. Its current safety record, European regulatory oversight, independent rating, maintenance organization, pilot-training requirements, and accident history all provide useful evidence when deciding whether Condor is safe to fly. Quick Answer Yes, Condor is generally considered a safe airline based on its current record and oversight. AirlineRatings currently gives Condor a 7/7 safety rating, the airline operates under European aviation rules, and no fatal accident involving people aboard a Condor aircraft has occurred since 1988. Condor now…

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Avianca is generally considered a safe airline based on its current regulatory standing, IOSA registration, safety-management systems, and modern operating record. Its history includes several serious accidents and the 1989 bombing of Flight 203, but Avianca’s mainline public accident record shows no fatal passenger accident since Flight 052 in January 1990. Quick Answer Yes, Avianca is generally safe to fly. It is an IATA member that must remain IOSA registered, follows Colombian aviation rules enforced by Aerocivil, and currently holds a 7/7 independent safety score from AirlineRatings. That score supports the verdict, but it is not a guarantee that technical…

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Your AAdvantage miles can help a friend or family member travel even when the miles are in your account. You can book an award ticket in the other person’s name, transfer existing miles to their account, buy new miles as a gift, or donate unused miles. The best method depends on award availability, fees, account limits, and who needs control of the miles. Quick Answer You can use AAdvantage miles for another traveler by booking an award ticket in that person’s name, transferring existing miles, or buying miles as a gift. Booking the award yourself usually avoids transfer charges. The…

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Airline partnership headlines can mislead even frequent flyers. Alaska Airlines and American Airlines still maintain an active partnership that includes selected codeshare flights, reciprocal loyalty benefits, and shared oneworld privileges. Here is what that means for your bookings, points and miles, and travel day.Updated on 2026-07-24 Quick Answer No. Alaska Airlines and American Airlines still maintain an active partnership that includes selected codeshare flights, reciprocal award access, and status benefits. However, eligibility depends on the marketing carrier, operating carrier, fare class, route, and loyalty number attached to the booking. Alaska’s loyalty program is now called Atmos Rewards, not Mileage Plan.…

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Spirit Airlines no longer releases new flights, so older advice about timing low-fare seats is no longer actionable. The airline stopped flying on May 2, 2026, canceled all scheduled service, and began winding down its operations. Here is what that means for future searches, existing bookings, refunds, credits, and replacement travel. Updated on 2026-07-24 Quick Answer Spirit Airlines is not releasing new flights. The airline began an orderly wind-down on May 2, 2026, canceled every flight, and ended customer service. Any Spirit booking calendar or fare page that still appears online may be stale. Travelers with canceled trips should follow…

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United Airlines gives U.S. travelers access to a broad mix of Caribbean destinations, from Aruba and the Bahamas to Puerto Rico, Jamaica, Dominica, and the U.S. Virgin Islands. The exact nonstop route, operating day, and aircraft can change by season, so use this guide to compare islands, then confirm your dates on United’s official route map or booking page before you buy. The best destination depends on the trip you want. Some islands focus on quiet beaches and diving, while others offer historic districts, nightlife, food, hiking, or large resorts. This guide explains where United currently lists service, what each…

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As of July 24, 2026, Spirit Airlines is no longer operating flights. The airline began an immediate wind-down on May 2, 2026, and canceled all service. This guide preserves Spirit’s former personal-item rules while explaining what affected passengers should do now. Quick Answer Spirit Airlines no longer operates flights. It began an immediate wind-down on May 2, 2026, and canceled all service. Before shutdown, Spirit allowed one free personal item measuring no more than 18 x 14 x 8 inches, including handles and wheels. Treat that size as a former policy, not a rule for current travel. Key Takeaways Spirit…

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United Airlines operates one of the world’s largest airline networks, so mechanical diversions, weather events, and other operational reports receive substantial attention. The better question is not whether United ever has incidents, because every major airline does. It is whether the airline meets modern safety requirements, responds effectively when problems occur, and learns from recorded data. Here is what official FAA, NTSB, DOT, and IATA information shows as of July 24, 2026. Updated on 2026-07-24 Quick Answer Yes. United Airlines can reasonably be considered safe to fly, but its record needs context. The FAA’s 2024 focused review found no significant…

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Flying on American Airlines, Delta Air Lines, or United Airlines is generally very safe, but comparing their records is more complicated than counting crashes. You need to consider the operating airline, the number and type of flights, accident causes, regional affiliates, regulatory findings, and how recently each event occurred. American Airlines, Delta Air Lines, and United Airlines operate large domestic and international networks. All three use FAA-regulated Safety Management Systems, pilot-training programs, and continuous aircraft-maintenance programs. However, no authoritative U.S. regulator publishes a simple ranking that names one of the three as the safest. Quick Answer There is no defensible…

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