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Time to Revisit the ExpressJet Model?

I’ve seen unleaded gas for $1.75 a gallon here in Oklahoma, a barrel of oil is hovering around $60, and jet fuel is just over $2.00 a gallon, nearly 30% less than where it was a month ago. With this plunge in fuel prices, is it time to revisit ExpressJet’s...

Published Wed, Nov 12 2008 1:11 PM by The Cranky Flier

Filed under: ExpressJet, Horizon
Allegiant Goes to Punta Gorda; Is It Their Next Base?

Looks like Allegiant might have its eyes on Punta Gorda as its next base after it announced flights to the city from both Greenville/Spartanburg and Knoxville today. This is the first move outside its current base structure in awhile, and it could be...

Published Tue, Dec 2 2008 4:05 PM by The Cranky Flier

Filed under: Schedule Changes, Allegiant
Topic of the Week: Aloha Readers

For the first time in more than 3 years, I’m going on a real vacation. As you read this, I’m on my way to Maui, and I’ll be planting my butt on a beach there for the next week, fruity drink in hand. I have posts set to go live while...

Published Fri, Sep 14 2012 11:45 AM by The Cranky Flier

Filed under: Admin
Topic of the Week: Virgin Atlantic and Delta

It’s all just rumor, and that’s why I’m not writing about it yet. But I’m sure you guys want to talk about it. So what do you think about the idea of Delta buying a 49% stake in Virgin Atlantic? Love it? Hate it? Smart? Stupid...

Published Fri, Dec 7 2012 11:45 AM by The Cranky Flier

Filed under: Delta, Virgin Atlantic
Topic of the Week: Mark Your Calendars for a Cranky Dorkfest on September 29 at LAX

We had a great time last August getting together for In ‘n Out and plane-spotting, so I thought I’d do it again. But this time, I’ve decided to think about all you poor airline employees who might want to come if you can find a seat...

Published Fri, Aug 31 2012 11:45 AM by The Cranky Flier

Filed under: Admin
Want to Earn More Miles? Get a Credit Card and Help Cranky

I’ve received a lot of expressions of support from readers over the years wishing that they could do more to help support Cranky financially. Until today, the main way you could help was by using Cranky Concierge, and that’s not changing....

Published Wed, May 2 2012 11:45 AM by The Cranky Flier

Filed under: Miscellaneous
A Terrible Way to Rank Airline Safety

Have you seen the supposed “safety rankings” for 2012 from the Jet Airliner Crash Data Evaluation Centre (JACDEC)? I know some of you have, because I’ve received emails about it, and it is a truly awful way to measure airline safety...

Published Tue, Jan 29 2013 11:45 AM by The Cranky Flier

Filed under: Safety/Security
A Walk Through LAN’s New 787 Cabin

Last week, LAN brought its 787 to LAX for the first time on the scheduled run down to Santiago. (Lima gets the 787 later this year.) I was able to hop on board while on the ground to see what all the fuss is about. You know what? LAN did a really nice...

Published Mon, Jan 7 2013 11:45 AM by The Cranky Flier

Filed under: LAN, 787
Cranky on the Web (November 26 – 30)

2022: Cheap flights, more rail and hands-free cars – CNN.com This look into the future from CNN included a few quotes from me about the rise of ultra low cost carriers. British Airways’ In-Flight Movie Rules Finally Join the 21st Century –...

Published Sat, Dec 1 2012 11:45 AM by The Cranky Flier

Filed under: British Airways
Delta Makes a Smart Choice for Wifi Internationally

While wireless internet has become nearly ubiquitous on flights within the US (unless you fly United), international travel hasn’t seen the same result. Sure, some foreign airlines have started to install wifi, most notably Lufthansa, but the airlines...

Published Mon, Jul 2 2012 11:45 PM by The Cranky Flier

Filed under: Inflight Entertainment, American, Delta
Spirit Chooses Delays Over Cancellations and Missed Connections

Last week I wrote about Spirit’s flagging on time performance. Shortly after, I had a call with the airline’s Chief Operating Officer, Tony Lefebvre, to discuss what was happening. After talking to him, I got together with the masFlight guys...

Published Tue, Sep 4 2012 11:45 AM by The Cranky Flier

Filed under: Spirit
Cranky on the Web (March 11 – 15)

In the Trenches: Prioritizing Tasks, Getting Paid – Intuit Small Business Blog We’ve neglected an important part of the business, and that means I need to either reallocate time or find someone new to handle it. American Says: Check Your Own...

Published Sat, Mar 16 2013 10:45 AM by The Cranky Flier

Filed under: Baggage, Admin, American
Topic of the Week: What Do You Want to Know About Alaska Airlines?

I’ll be in Seattle next week for the Airline Passenger Experience Association (APEX) 2011 Expo, and I’m excited. But while I’m up there, I’m going to take some time to go meet with the good folks at Alaska Airlines. Anything in...

Published Fri, Sep 9 2011 11:45 AM by The Cranky Flier

Filed under: Alaska Airlines
Cranky on the Web (September 3 – 7)

In the Trenches: The Late Summer Lull – Intuit Small Business Blog The end of August is a very quiet time for us. That usually means that I can focus on longer term projects. Not this year. Read More...

Published Sat, Sep 8 2012 11:45 AM by The Cranky Flier

Filed under: Miscellaneous
American Eagle Becomes Just a Brand Like United Express and Delta Connection

I’m hanging out with the Humuhumunukunukuapua’a this week, but fear not. I have posts scheduled to go live. Today, we talk American Eagle. – The casual traveler might not realize this, but American’s regional operation is far different...

Published Mon, Sep 17 2012 11:45 AM by The Cranky Flier

Filed under: American, SkyWest

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