 TSA Secure Flight Program – Action Required!
TSA has announced that the new Secure Flight requirements will go into effect on August 15 for domestic reservations. The airlines will require the traveler's birth date and gender at the time the reservation is made. For more information, please contact your Travel-On Account Manager or click here. |
 When is a legal ticket illegal? (And Vice Versa)
"Things have been reasonably quiet on this subject over recent years but no more. Through improved monitoring systems and outsourced cheap labour, airlines are able to identify "misuse" and take action in order to recoup what they feel they have lost, via direct billing of the issuer and subsequently the buyer. As a result some such cases are being tested through the courts with interesting results." Read more |
Q&A: United Mileage Plus chief discusses upgrades, award blocking
USA TODAY's Ben Mutzabaugh recently sat down with Graham Atkinson, the president of United Airlines' Mileage Plus frequent-flier program. Atkinson also agreed to take questions submitted by Today in the Sky readers.
United Airlines’ overweight passengers may have to buy 2 tickets
United Airlines' so-called "friendly skies'' could become a lot less hospitable for overweight air travelers. Chicago-based United on Wednesday instituted a new policy that could present some unwelcome and costly options to plus-size passengers.
US Air, Southwest outline policy on overweight passengers
Airlines are outlining policies on overweight passengers who can’t fit into one seat in the wake of United Airlines’ announcement Monday that it will charge some people for a second seat or make them upgrade to first class.
Mileage Deals Spur Runs for Elite Status
If you ever wanted elite status on an airline, now's your chance. And if you're worried about losing your top-tier status because you've reduced business travel, there's a clever way to keep all those perks -- provided you've got some time to fly.
Continental Airlines to join Star Alliance frequent flyer mileage program
Continental Airlines received the okay from the U.S Department of Transportation (DOT) to join the existing partnership between United Airlines and either other Star Alliance airline carriers. The announcement was reported by Continental Airlines on April 7th.
Expiring frequent flyer miles?
Over the last several years my mileage points from several airlines have all started to expire. I don't travel for work like I used to and I had small amounts of points at several different airlines. I did some poking around on airline websites and ended up with some pretty great things for free. I managed to get some great magazines from American Airlines Advantage program, as well as book a free hotel stay. And my 2000 United miles turned into $200 in Restaurant.com certificates. You can use Delta miles for gift cards and other merchandise. Each airline also offers the ability for you to donate your miles to a worthy cause.
10 ways to save with frequent flier programs
ATLANTA - Casino pit bosses will tell you the best way to make your table action pay dividends is to sign up for a players card that is used to record points based on how much money you put down and how long you play. You often can get freebies on food, hotel rooms and merchandise.
Flying High: How to score a first class airline seat when booking coach (Part 2)
In this economy, everyone’s looking for a bargain, and that includes air travel. SeatGuru founder Matt Daimler recently told us how to find a first class seat in coach. Now, he’s taking it one step further and sharing a few more of his own personal tricks for getting the most out of your economy ticket.
How can a seat 'upgrade' lead to a worse location?
Be cautious when switching seats. Don't make any assumptions about extra leg room, and read the details of what you're buying before clicking the purchase button. |
