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Top Ten Most Annoying Airline Passengers
AirlineRatings.com recently did a study of the top ten most annoying airline passengers. The worst goes to smelly passengers. 78% of respondents listed this as annoying. Here we go: 10 Window Hogger: 39% 9. High and might passenger: 42$ 8. Exercise in the aisles: 45% 7. Chatterbox: 48% 6. Weak bladder: 50% 5. Too many carry-ons: 55% 4. Armrest … [Read more...] about Top Ten Most Annoying Airline Passengers
**Senior Alert:** Miracles actually happen on flights!
According to a CBS News report, flight attendants have often reported "miracles" happening on flights! They claim many people board with a wheelchair yet are able to walk off the plane on their own. Of course, this miracle is tongue-in-cheek as the wheelchair passengers are just hacking the system to get early boarding. I find this unethical but in my many travels, I … [Read more...] about **Senior Alert:** Miracles actually happen on flights!
Alaska Airlines Fall Sale
A sale at an airline is not that unusual. Sometimes, however, they are too good not to mention here. Alaska Airlines started their Fall sale two days ago and I can fly from San Diego to Kona Hawaii for just $179. Check them out today because this sale ends tonight. https://www.alaskaair.com/content/deals/flights/fall-sale … [Read more...] about Alaska Airlines Fall Sale
**Senior Alert:** Hot or cold on an airplane? Report it!
Ever been hot on an airplane? Or cold? Now, there is an app that allows you to report it. Seniors have thinner skin than younger passengers and it's not unusual to see a senior wearing a sweater while others are trying to cool off. Planes are particularly difficult at times. The app was launched by The Association of Flight Attendants and it's called 2Hot2Cold. It … [Read more...] about **Senior Alert:** Hot or cold on an airplane? Report it!
**Senior alert:** Should you drink airplane water?
Probably not. Senior citizens generally have a weaker immune system than youngsters. it's important we avoid things that can enter our bodies and do harm. Social media posts show many flight attendants refuse to drink any water out of the airplane storage tanks. A 2015 study on aircraft water quality published in the International Journal of Environmental Research and … [Read more...] about **Senior alert:** Should you drink airplane water?
**Senior alert:** Worst airlines for losing or damaging checked bags
Senior citizens check bags more frequently than younger travelers. A new study has ranked many airlines based on their complaints for mishandled or lost bags. According to a study by luggagehero.com, Delta and Spirit are the best for handling your checked bags. At the bottom is Envoy Air. I agree with travel expert Peter Greenberg that there are two kinds of bags on … [Read more...] about **Senior alert:** Worst airlines for losing or damaging checked bags
TSA is NOT dropping security at small airports
Recently, CNN broadcast reports that TSA was considering dropping passenger screening at small airports. According to today's report on CBS News, TSA has no plans to do this and it was never under serious consideration. The rumor irked members of congress, on both sides of the aisle. Today's interview with TSA officials indicate they believe it was partisan staffers that … [Read more...] about TSA is NOT dropping security at small airports
TSA installing CT Scanners in 15 airports across the U.S.A.
The Transportation and Security Administration (TSA) has begun installing CT scanners for checking carry-on bags at airports across the U.S.A. These scanners will allow 3D images to enhance security. Currently, they are installed at Phoenix Sky Harbor, Boston Logan airport and JFK in New York. Soon, they will be installed at Los Angeles, San Diego, Oakland, Las Vegas and … [Read more...] about TSA installing CT Scanners in 15 airports across the U.S.A.