Author: Tyler Morgan
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.
PLAY Airlines once attracted travelers with low base fares between Iceland, Europe, and North America. However, any review of the airline now needs to begin with a major update: PLAY stopped flying in September 2025. Its former prices, routes, aircraft, and cabin experience remain useful as historical information, but the airline is no longer a bookable travel option. Quick Answer PLAY Airlines is no longer operating. The Icelandic low-cost carrier canceled all flights and ceased operations on September 29, 2025, then petitioned for bankruptcy proceedings. It once offered inexpensive flights through Iceland with many optional fees, but travelers cannot book…
Fort Wayne International Airport (FWA) gives travelers in northeastern Indiana a practical alternative to driving to a larger regional airport. Its scheduled passenger service is concentrated among four airlines, with a mix of major connecting hubs and nonstop leisure routes. Because airline schedules change by season, always confirm the operating days and total trip price before booking. Quick Answer Fort Wayne International Airport is served by four scheduled passenger airlines: Allegiant Air, American Airlines, Delta Air Lines, and United Airlines. Together they provide nonstop service to 14 unique destinations, including major connecting hubs and leisure airports. FWA currently has no…
Norse Atlantic Airways can be a good choice when its nonstop fare is meaningfully cheaper than the alternatives, but reliability depends on more than whether the airline is legitimate or its aircraft are modern. Travelers should also consider punctuality, route frequency, baggage and meal fees, customer-support options, and how difficult rebooking could be after a disruption. Quick Answer Norse Atlantic Airways is a legitimate, regulated long-haul airline operating Boeing 787-9 aircraft. Its flights generally have strong completion rates, but punctuality has varied considerably. It offers good value for flexible travelers who compare the full fare, while passengers with fixed events,…
American Airlines operates from Terminal 8 at John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK). Terminal 8 is also used by British Airways and several other international carriers, so it can be busy during peak departure periods. This guide covers check-in, security, lounges, airlines, transportation, connections, parking, dining, and the terminal’s latest upgrades. Quick Answer American Airlines uses Terminal 8 at JFK Airport. You can reach it by AirTrain, taxi, rideshare, private car, or the Terminal 8 Red parking lot. Check your American Airlines app before leaving because gates, check-in times, flight schedules, and codeshare operating carriers can change. Key Takeaways American…
Southwest Airlines operates an all-Boeing 737 fleet, but not every plane carries the same number of passengers. The smaller Boeing 737-700 has 137 seats, while the Boeing 737-800 and Boeing 737 MAX 8 each have 175 seats. Southwest now uses assigned seating across its network, with Extra Legroom, Preferred, and Standard seat choices inside a single 3-3 cabin. Quick Answer Southwest Airlines planes currently have either 137 or 175 passenger seats. The Boeing 737-700 has 137 seats, while the Boeing 737-800 and Boeing 737 MAX 8 each have 175. All three use a single-cabin, 3-3 layout with assigned Extra Legroom,…
Southwest Airlines has a long history in Houston, but travelers need to choose the correct airport. Although Southwest briefly returned to George Bush Intercontinental Airport, it ended that service in 2024. Today, Southwest’s Houston flights operate from William P. Hobby Airport, which uses the airport code HOU. Quick Answer No. As of July 28, 2026, Southwest Airlines does not operate flights from George Bush Intercontinental Airport (IAH). Southwest ended its IAH service on August 4, 2024. Travelers booking a Southwest flight to or from Houston should select William P. Hobby Airport, whose airport code is HOU. Key Takeaways Southwest Airlines…
STARLUX Airlines operates from San Francisco International Airport’s Dianne Feinstein International Terminal A. Travelers checking in at SFO should go to the departures level on Level 3 and look for the STARLUX counters at Aisle 8. Because counter and gate assignments can change, confirm the location on the airport display boards when you arrive. Quick Answer STARLUX Airlines is located in SFO’s Dianne Feinstein International Terminal A. Check-in is on Level 3 at Aisle 8. The counter normally opens 3.5 hours before departure and closes one hour before departure. Eligible first- and business-class passengers may use the Alaska Lounge in…
Frontier Airlines is a Denver-based ultra-low-cost carrier serving more than 100 airports in the United States, Mexico, and the Caribbean. Travelers often search for a Frontier Airlines 800 number when they need help with a reservation, cancellation, refund, or baggage problem. The key is to use Frontier’s current official contact information rather than a number copied from an old article or third-party directory. Quick Answer Frontier Airlines does not currently publish a toll-free 800 number for general customer service. Its official support number is 602-333-5925. Frontier says phone, live-chat, and WhatsApp agents are available 24/7. Because the phone number is…
Delta Air Lines has offered onboard internet for years, but the access rules have changed. Founded in 1925 and headquartered in Atlanta, the airline now provides fast, free Delta Sync Wi-Fi to SkyMiles members on most domestic and international flights. Coverage still varies by aircraft and region, so checking your specific flight is important. Quick Answer Yes. Delta offers fast, free Delta Sync Wi-Fi to SkyMiles members on most domestic and international flights. SkyMiles is free to join, and you do not need a T-Mobile plan or Delta credit card. Some regional or not-yet-upgraded aircraft still offer free messaging or…
JetBlue combines many of the comforts travelers expect from a full-service airline with fares that can compete with lower-cost carriers. Free Wi-Fi, seatback entertainment, complimentary snacks, and relatively roomy economy seating are real advantages. However, JetBlue is not automatically the best choice for every trip because its lower fares carry restrictions and its operational reliability can vary widely. Quick Answer JetBlue is a good choice for travelers who value free Wi-Fi, seatback entertainment, complimentary snacks, and more economy legroom than many U.S. rivals. Its drawbacks include variable reliability, a route network concentrated around key focus cities, and added fees on…
PLAY was an Icelandic low-cost airline that connected Iceland, Europe, and North America through Keflavík International Airport. Although it operated modern Airbus aircraft under European aviation rules, the most important fact for travelers today is that Fly Play hf. stopped operating on September 29, 2025, and cancelled all of its flights. Quick Answer You cannot currently fly with the original Icelandic PLAY Airlines because Fly Play hf. ceased operations on September 29, 2025. During its operating years, no fatal PLAY accident was identified in the reviewed Aviation Safety Network records, but that historical record does not change the airline’s present…
Royal Air Maroc has operated for decades and flies throughout Africa, Europe, the Middle East, and North America. Its record includes serious and fatal accidents in earlier decades, but the latest fatal event found in the reviewed public accident records occurred in 1994. A fair current assessment should also consider its regulatory access, operational audits, fleet, and more recent incident investigations. Quick Answer Royal Air Maroc is generally a reasonable airline to consider from a safety standpoint. It is a current IATA member, appears on the FAA’s Part 129 foreign-operator list, and is not on the EU Air Safety List.…