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February 16, 2026

American Airlines AAdvantage vs. Air Canada Aeroplan: Why I Far Preferred Booking An AAdvantage Award Via Phone

While both AAdvantage and Aeroplan are great award programmes, I far preferred booking one award on the phone over the other.
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February 16, 2026

Is Premium Economy A Scam? I Don’t Think So, Here’s Why (Win-Wins Exist)

Is premium economy a scam? Research shows it's the most profitable cabin on a plane, but here's why it doesn't mean it's a terrible deal.
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February 13, 2026

StarFlyer: The Low-Cost Airline I Have A Crush On

There's a sleek Japanese low-cost airline that has adjustable headrests, PTVs, and 34-inch pitch. Count me super interested.
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February 13, 2026

BOOKED: Japan Airlines vs. ANA Domestic Showdown (I’m Flying A 767!!!!!)

I share travels that I'm excited about, and today I'm sharing a trip that I booked with Japan Airlines and ANA, including my first 767.
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February 13, 2026

Hong Kong Airlines’ Messy Fleet: 28″ or 34″ Seat Pitch?

It's common for airlines to have different configurations on their shorthaul fleet, though Hong Kong Airlines takes this to the extreme.
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February 12, 2026

Review: Hong Kong Airlines A321 Economy Class (HKG-DAD)

A comprehensive review of Hong Kong Airlines' A321 economy class on the 1h 55m flight from Hong Kong to Da Nang.
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February 12, 2026

The 15 Premium Economy Products I Would Love To Review Next

We specialise in premium economy reviews at The Alviator, especially between Europe and Asia. Here are the airlines I'd like to review next.
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February 11, 2026

Wizz Air Introduces “Wizz Class” Add-On Across All Routes – Surely They’re Joking

Wizz Air has introduced a new concept called "Wizz Class", a concept mimicking intra-European business class (though it certainly isn't).
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February 10, 2026

Review: British Airways A350 Premium Economy (LHR-HKG)

A comprehensive review of British Airways' A350 premium economy class from London to Hong Kong, detailing the seat, catering, service, and more.
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February 10, 2026

My Favourite Aircraft To Fly: Here Are The Airplanes I Get Excited About

I'm hugely excited when I get on any plane, though there are a few planes I get particularly excited about flying. Here's why.
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February 10, 2026

Cities That Are Served By 2+ Airports: In Which Cases Do These Airports Compete?

London, Paris, Tokyo, Seoul, Milan, and Beijing are examples of cities that are served by multiple airports. But do these airports compete?
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February 9, 2026

The Two Common Aircraft I’ve Never Flown Before: Time To Change This

There are two plane types that I've never flown before, and I'm keen to change this. File this in "aviation nerd" category.
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February 9, 2026

BOOKED: ANA Premium Economy, Air New Zealand Premium Economy, And More!

I booked a few flights that I'll be reviewing, including Air New Zealand and ANA premium economy, Cathay Pacific economy class, and more.
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February 7, 2026

Trip Report Introduction: A350ing Home For Christmas

An introduction of my trip report featuring British Airways and Japan Airlines' A350 premium economy, Greater Bay Airlines' Premium, and more.
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February 6, 2026

Review: Finnair A350 Economy Class, Premium Seat (HEL-LHR)

A review of Finnair's A350 economy class on an intra-Europe flight, where I paid extra to sit in one of their premium economy seats.
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February 6, 2026

Review: Plaza Premium Lounge, Helsinki (HEL)

A review of the 445 sq. m Plaza Premium Lounge at Helsinki Airport, accessible to AmEx Platinum and Priority Pass cardholders.
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February 6, 2026

Review: Finnair A350 Premium Economy (PVG-HEL)

A review of Finnair's A350 premium economy on the 14h 15m flight from Shanghai to Helsinki, detailing the seat, amenities, catering, and more.
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February 5, 2026

Cathay Pacific’s Regional Business Class Showdown: 777/A330 vs. A321neo

Cathay Pacific has two different regional business class products – one on their 777/A330, and one on their A321neo. Which is better?
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February 4, 2026

Cathay Pacific Introduces New Regional Business Class: Yay, This Looks Nice!

Cathay Pacific recently revealed their new lie-flat regional business class product, due to start flying on A330s and A330neos from 2026.
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February 3, 2026

Review: No. 170 VIP Lounge, Shanghai Pudong T2 (PVG)

A review of the No. 170 lounge at Shanghai PVG Airport, a Plaza Premium-affiliated lounge open to AmEx Platinum and Priority Pass cardholders.
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