In this powerful episode of Runway Life, host Craig Butterworth sits down with Ryan, a Stage 4 Hodgkin’s Lymphoma survivor who refused to let cancer take away his dream of flying. After losing his medical during treatment, Ryan fought to get it back — and not only returned to the skies, but became a Certified Flight Instructor-Instrument (CFI-I) at First Landings Aviation. Ryan shares his journey through diagnosis, recovery, and the long process of regaining his FAA medical. Now serving as ...

Delta backtracks on AI-powered personalized pricing after Congressional scrutiny, while American Airlines faces a billion-dollar elite member exodus over poor premium service. Marriott Bonvoy cards are offering their best-ever welcome bonuses with up to 185,000 points, and Bilt announces a valuable 20-100% transfer bonus to Avianca LifeMiles. Plus, JSX unlocks access to NYC's exclusive Teterboro airport, European border control changes coming in October, and eight excellent ways to redeem

Today we dive into Air France-KLM Flying Blue's August 2025 Promo Rewards offering 25% savings on awards, while Emirates disappoints with increased fees on US fifth freedom flights. We explore elevated Marriott Bonvoy credit card bonuses worth up to 185,000 points and discuss hotel cards with lower spending requirements. Plus, we cover Hyatt's Under Canvas glamping bonus, strategic use of free night certificates, and maximizing Chase Ultimate Rewards points for premium

British Airways has launched their most coveted Avios-Only flight yet - a Christmas Cape Town service where every seat across all cabins can be booked with points. Jack breaks down the pricing (70k-200k Avios), value analysis (up to 6p per Avios), and strategic implications of this December 2025 departure. Learn why this represents the evolution of BA's award availability strategy and how to maximize your chances of securing these highly sought-after redemptions. Plus, tips on building your

Today we cover Southwest Airlines offering Rapid Rewards points at 50% off for just 1.5 cents per point, plus their new Peet's Coffee partnership. Citi launches two new cards - the no-fee Strata and premium Strata Elite - that could reshape their ThankYou points ecosystem, while the Double Cash Card gets upgraded to earn transferable points. We discuss American Airlines' secret lounge access certificates worth $270 and potential business class award devaluations. Plus, Hyatt loses two

What happens when a pilot's identity is grounded for mental health? This episode exposes the "unseen turbulence" of aviation's re-certification process, revealing why the current system can hinder recovery and compromise safety. I make a compelling case for universal counseling as the missing piece in aviation's safety puzzle.

David and Alicia share the latest ⁠2025 AirVenture news⁠ with an on-the-scene report from Wittman Regional Airport in Oshkosh, Wisconsin, including long-awaited MOSAIC rules, the AOPA Sweeps 182 winner, Van's RV-15 wing kits ready to order, ForeFlight's Dynamic Procedures, a record-setting Piper order, and a Valkyrie aircraft that wows onlookers.

Citi just changed the miles and points game forever by adding American Airlines as a ThankYou transfer partner and launching the premium Strata Elite Card with 80,000 point welcome bonus. We also cover Southwest's new assigned seating pricing strategy that seems overly aggressive, JetBlue-United's approved Blue Sky partnership launching in May 2025, and exciting lounge developments at Miami Airport. Plus, find out about a fantastic 35,000 mile deal to Hawaii and why the new Citi card might

Today we cover JetBlue's 125% bonus on purchased points bringing costs down to 1.43 cents each, plus Hilton Amex cards offering up to 175,000 point welcome bonuses. We explore the highly-rated Capital One Lounge at JFK with its famous cheese counter and reveal the hidden third floor at Denver's United Club accessible via elevator code. Also discussed: Delta's new Atlanta security protocols for London connections, airline loyalty program disputes over credit card chargebacks, and various

Citi has launched the new Strata Elite card and added American Airlines as a 1:1 transfer partner for ThankYou points, expanding redemption options for existing Prestige and Premier cardholders. We also cover concerning hotel fee trends in Las Vegas, including a $50 charge for plugging in a laptop at Paris Las Vegas. Plus, Marriott allegedly extends renovation requirements to 21 years, Hyatt elite benefits continue to impress at NYC properties, and limited-time Apple shopping portal

Enjoy a short video of our next interview with Adam Bakos, Aircraft Certification & International Regulatory Affairs Expert. 🔍 In this short preview, we discuss: • The connection between the marketing name and the certified aircraft model • What the term levelling means in a TCDS context • How special conditions are applied — and why they matter This is just a taste of what’s to come in the full episode, launching August 5 at 10:00 AM PDT. 🎙️ If you're in aircraft certification,

Today's episode covers an incredible Avianca LifeMiles bonus of up to 160%, bringing costs down to just 1.27 cents per mile - perfect for Star Alliance premium cabin awards. We discuss Etihad Airways expanding their A380 fleet with nine aircraft, potentially improving award availability on popular routes. American Airlines has taken delivery of their first A321XLR, opening future route possibilities for AAdvantage members. Plus, we explore credit card strategies for car purchases, the

UCAP Daily from AirVenture Oshkosh 2025. Jeb and Jack look back on their whirlwind visit to OSH2025. On the Uncontrolled Airspace Podcast. Recorded July 23, 2025. (8:49) [#763] [UCAP1111B]

In this episode of Runway Life, host Craig Butterworth sits down with Daniel Gunther, a former JetBlue flight attendant who is making the jump from the cabin to the cockpit. Daniel shares what life was like working as a flight attendant, why he decided to pursue flying, and what it’s been like transitioning into pilot training. Now in the early stages of timebuilding, Daniel offers a unique perspective on seeing aviation from both sides of the flight deck and talks about his ultimate goal of...

American Airlines is making major changes to their premium JFK-LAX route, swapping A321T aircraft for Boeing 777-200s and adding premium economy. The airline is also bringing back business class pajamas and mattress pads on international flights. Bilt Rewards offers up to 100% transfer bonus to Avianca LifeMiles for August Rent Day. Plus, we discuss reports of Paris restaurants charging American tourists significantly higher prices than locals.Subscribe to Miles & Points Daily Thanks

In this week’s show, Communications Committee Chair Matt McCants walks the membership through the upcoming opportunity to transfer your Profit Sharing Account at Empower to the Southwest Airlines Pilots Retirement Savings Plan at Schwab. He also teases the upcoming 401(k) production coming in early August – from how your retirement dollars flow to frequently asked questions that the committee receives, be on the lookout for this evergreen resource in the coming weeks. He also talks abou...

In this episode, Joe is joined by Paul Stefaniak to discuss Garmin’s Smart Glide technology, an innovative tool designed to assist pilots during engine failures and emergency situations. They explore how Smart Glide automatically identifies the most suitable airports for landing, provides crucial in-flight guidance, and improves decision-making under stress.🎧 Topics Covered:• What is Garmin Smart Glide?• How it works in engine-out situations• Choosing the best emergency landing options•

Southwest Airlines cuts profit expectations by $1 billion as customers rebel against bag fees and basic economy, while their credit cards get a major overhaul with higher fees but better bonuses. American Airlines CEO blasts Delta's AI pricing as 'bait and switch' tactics, positioning AA as the transparent alternative. We also cover Etihad's stunning new A321LR with flat beds, Alaska's upcoming premium card, and an 80% IHG points buying bonus. Plus, expert strategies for maximizing 200k

Today we cover Rakuten's debut American Express Membership Rewards card with no annual fee, plus important insights into Amex's one bonus per lifetime rule. We discuss concerning airline pricing trends that charge solo travelers up to 70% more than group bookings, and explore Chase Ultimate Rewards transfer speeds to partner programs. Plus, hotel industry shake-ups as popular Hollywood properties leave Hyatt for Marriott, while Marriott completes its citizenM acquisition, and American

American Airlines extends their onboard miles redemption program to regional jets, giving casual collectors new ways to use their AAdvantage miles. Marriott announces the highly anticipated Lake Como Edition opening in September 2025, creating a premium points redemption opportunity in one of Europe's most coveted destinations. We analyze the best no annual fee Chase business cards and dive into maximizing the Hilton Aspire card's $200 flight credit. Plus, incredible first-class deals to