One of my favorite blogs, Flying With Fish, just published a post about the final US Airways flight using the “Cactus” callsign. US Airways inherited this cool callsign when it merged with America West Airlines. Now that the merger with American Airlines is progressing, “Cactus” will make way for “American.” (Just in case this isn’t…
American Airlines and US Airways Merger – One Traveler’s Wish List
American Airlines and US Airways are destined to merge, if you believe the many airline industry talking heads. Here’s my wish list for the two airlines, post merger.
A Quick Guide to Sky Harbor International Airport
There’s never a slow season at Phoenix Sky Harbor International Airport. Besides being busy, it’s in a constant state of construction. Here’s how to find everything you need to travel from, to or through Sky Harbor with your sanity intact.
Scenes from Chicago in the Summer
If you’re planning to visit Chicago, summer is the best time. Check out these photos and you’ll see a city that comes alive in warm weather. It’s nowhere near my favorite American city. But I still had a decent time.
Around the World in 48 Hours – Flying Standby
Marc Jorgensen and a group of friends will soon fly around the world in 48 hours, all on standby. Yes, some people might call this hell. But to any airplane geek, it’s a plan sure to provoke some envy.
5 Places to See the Northern Lights
I’ve just made a decision: I need to see the Northern Lights. You know … the aurora borealis. Can you imagine how cool it must be to see that dark sky above you light up with multicolored swirls of electrons? The jury is still out and whether you can actually hear the aurora; it occurs…