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• Some Thoughts on the Air France A330 Accident Off Brazil

  It’s been well over 24 hours since we first heard that an Air France A330 disappeared over the ocean on its way from Rio de Janeiro to Paris. In that time, I’ve seen a million different theories about what happened, and that always makes me... Posted Jun 02 2009, 03:05 PM by The Cranky Flier Filed under: Accidents/Incidents, Air France

• An Underwhelming Air France Experience to Tahiti (Trip Report)

  Hope you all enjoyed the guest posts, but now it’s time for me to get back to work. We had a fantastic time in French Polynesia, and it’s going to take me a little time to get back into the swing of things. I thought I’d ease myself... Posted Apr 27 2009, 03:59 PM by The Cranky Flier Filed under: Air France, Trip Reports

• Air France Rolls Out New Premium Economy Class

  The growing popularity of the premium economy cabin continues as Air France has decided that the time has come to roll out “Premium Voyageur” on their widebodies. Upon first glance, it looks like a strong entry. Premium Voyageur just sounds... Posted Mar 23 2009, 02:02 PM by The Cranky Flier Filed under: Air France, Seats

• Lufthansa Italia Tries to Add Pressure as Alitalia Receives EU Approval

  Ok kids, who’s ready for an Alitalia update? I know, it’s been a little while. It may seem like plenty has happened, but really, we’re not that much closer to resolving this hilarious situation. One of these days, I’ll get around... Posted Dec 05 2008, 03:34 PM by The Cranky Flier Filed under: Air France, Alitalia, Lufthansa, Mergers/Finance

• Airplane Porn: Air France Goes Retro

  I’m happily recovering from yesterday’s turkey-induced stupor, so there’ll be no writing for me today. Instead, let’s take a look at some fun-filled airplane porn! This time, we head across the Atlantic to check out Air France’s... Posted Nov 28 2008, 03:38 PM by The Cranky Flier Filed under: Air France, Airplane Porn

• Air France’s LAX-London Open Skies Experiment Ends

  Delta put out a press release last week entitled “Delta to Offer 180-Degree Full Flat Beds to Heathrow From New York and Atlanta.” Sounds thrilling right? Not so much. But buried in that release was a little note that says “Air France... Posted Oct 14 2008, 03:44 PM by The Cranky Flier Filed under: Air France, Schedule Changes

• Alitalia’s LAX Reception

  I know you guys have been champing at the bit, waiting for an update on the latest with Alitalia. I’ve actually been wanting to write about this for a little while, but I figured I’d wait until I went to last night’s launch party at... Posted Apr 18 2008, 04:12 PM by The Cranky Flier Filed under: Air France, Alitalia, KLM, LAX - Los Angeles, Mergers/Finance