If you’ve ever browsed vintage airline timetables or old boarding passes, you might have come across the name Ozark Airlines. For younger travelers, the name might sound unfamiliar. But for those of us who study the roots of regional aviation in the U.S., or who flew through smaller Midwestern airports in the 1960s to 1980s, … Read more

If you’ve spent any amount of time studying commercial aviation or you’re a frequent flyer yourself, you’ve probably heard the term “legacy airline.” But what does it actually mean? And how do legacy carriers differ from budget airlines or regional carriers? As someone who’s flown nearly every major U.S. and international airline over the past … Read more

After flying business class across five continents, I’ve developed a strict personal benchmark for what makes a premium cabin “worth it.” Some airlines nail it. Others fall flat. Lufthansa’s Business Class, especially on intercontinental routes, lands somewhere in the middle, a product that offers comfort and consistency but often lacks the innovation and luxury found … Read more

When you think of premium transatlantic travel, LOT Polish Airlines might not be the first name that comes to mind, but it should be. As someone who has flown LOT’s Business Class across multiple intercontinental and European routes, I’ve come to see it as one of the most underrated premium cabins in the Star Alliance … Read more

As someone who regularly navigates the skies, traveling has become second nature to me, and airport lounges are a crucial part of my journeys. Among numerous airlines and lounges I’ve visited, the Turkish Airlines Lounge at Istanbul Airport always stands out for me. Having traveled extensively with Turkish Airlines and experiencing their premium services over … Read more

I’ve flown nearly every premium economy cabin offered by European carriers, and Austrian Airlines has consistently stayed on my radar. While not the flashiest airline in Europe, it often surprises with solid attention to detail and service consistency. But let’s be honest, Premium Economy isn’t a small upgrade. You’re usually paying 70% to 100% more … Read more

Flying long-haul on a budget used to mean taking a risk, uncomfortable seats, surprise fees, or unreliable operations. I’ve experienced all of that. So when I first saw Level Airlines offering transatlantic flights for less than half the price of traditional carriers, I was skeptical. Could a low-cost airline actually deliver a smooth, safe, and … Read more

When I first heard about Global Airlines, I had two simultaneous reactions, curiosity and skepticism. You don’t hear about startups launching with Airbus A380s very often, especially not in a post-COVID world where even giants like Air France and Thai Airways retired their superjumbos. But here we are. A British virtual airline, backed by bold … Read more

After flying across more than 60 airlines globally, I’ve learned that not every carrier is trying to be the next Emirates or Singapore Airlines. Some focus on connecting underserved regions, offering affordable options in niche markets, or experimenting with flexible charter operations. Prince Airlines fits into that second category, a lesser-known name with strategic ambitions … Read more

After over 200 flights across North America, Europe, and Asia with both United Airlines and American Airlines, I’ve learned something: loyalty to an airline is rarely about brand, it’s about consistency, comfort, and context. As someone who splits travel time between domestic business routes and long-haul international trips, I often get asked, “Which is better, … Read more