Insights
Why Are Some SAS Planes Registered In Ireland?
Some SAS shorthaul planes are registered in Ireland. That may be surprising for a Scandinavian airline whose hubs are in Denmark and Sweden.
I’m Calling It: Free Onboard WiFi Is The New Industry Standard
Let me lead the charge - on a full-service airline, free WiFi should be industry-standard, and we should consider anything else "below-par".
What Makes A Good Intra-European Business Class Product?
Okay, so we know that intra-European business class sucks. In this uncompetitive landscape, what makes some products better than others?
9 Features That Make A Good Premium Economy Product
Premium economy is increasing in popularity nowadays, especially with the price of business class becoming more and more…
My Goodness, The Recline Shaming Really Needs To Stop…
While I think you should be mindful of the person behind you when reclining, the "recline shaming" on social media really needs to stop.
Air Peace Seems Like A Hot, AvGeek-y Mess…
I walked past an Air Peace check-in desk today. I'm so intrigued, partially because of how operationally fragmented they are.
ANA’s 777 Premium Economy: Surprisingly Average
I flew ANA's 777 premium economy from Tokyo Haneda to London Heathrow. While pleasant, I found it to be more average than I was expecting.
Flying Domestically Within Japan: An Efficient, Non-Luxurious, Well-Oiled Machine
Flying domestically within Japan is so easy. Planes, airport terminals, and lounges are all built with efficiency (not luxury) in mind.
Seoul’s Gimpo Airport: Not Pleasant
I had the impression that Seoul's Gimpo Airport would be an efficient, nippy city airport. That couldn't have been further from the truth.
My First Date With StarFlyer Airlines Didn’t Sweep Me Off My Feet…
My initial attraction for this Japanese hybrid carrier with 34" pitch and PTVs was unsubstantiated by an otherwise unremarkable experience.
Korean Air’s 737 Economy Class: Perfectly Fine, But Last-Generation
I flew Korean Air's 737 economy class on the 3h 35m flight from Hong Kong to Seoul. Here are my first impressions of the flight.
What Is Departure Immigration? Do All Countries Do It?
If you're from a country that normally does immigration upon departure, you might be surprised to learn that not all countries do this.
Air New Zealand’s Premium Economy: Great, But Not The World’s Best
I flew Air New Zealand's prized premium economy on the 11h 10m flight from Auckland to Hong Kong. Here are my first impressions.
My First Ever Trans-Tasman Flight On Qantas: How Was It?
I flew a trans-Tasman flight from Sydney to Auckland on Qantas, on one of 16 flights a day between the two cities.
Cathay Pacific’s New 777 Economy Class: Surprisingly Delightful
I flew Cathay Pacific's "new" 777 economy class from Hong Kong to Sydney. I might prefer it to the A350, which I wasn't expecting.
Cathay Pacific’s A350 Economy Class: A Couple More Design Flaws Than I Was Expecting
While I enjoyed my recent flight in Cathay Pacific's A350 economy class, I was a little surprised by some of the seat's design flaws.
The Best Non-U.S. Priority Pass Lounge I’ve Ever Been To
Priority Pass lounges are not normally something to get excited about, but I think I've just found my favourite one (outside of the U.S.).
When Can You Use Lounges Located In Another Part Of The Airport?
Can you use lounges in the non-Schengen area of the airport when flying Schengen? What about a different terminal? This post unpacks both.
My Favourite Amenity At Any Airport, Ever
The Zurich Airport observation deck is my favourite airport amenity, providing a unique opportunity to planespot under some fresh air.
My Huge AvGeek Morning At Heathrow’s Terminal 2…
On a lounge review spree at LHR T2, I took a second to enjoy the various longhaul aircraft that would be flying thousands all over the world.