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JetBlue Is Now a Subscription Service. Welcome to the Airline Industry’s Silicon Valley Era.

JetBlue announced two significant changes to its TrueBlue loyalty program on March 31, 2026: a new subscription service called “Points On Repeat” and the ability to redeem TrueBlue points for select travel extras beyond airfare. A Subscription Model for Earning […]

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Hyatt Implied It Wouldn’t Be Like the Others, Then Added Two More Ways to Charge You

World of Hyatt has announced updates to its loyalty program, including changes to its published award chart and the introduction of new features aimed at increasing flexibility for members. The updates begin rolling out in May 2026. Award chart expanding

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American Airlines Plans Regional Fleet Upgrades for a More Consistent Travel Experience

American Airlines is moving forward with a plan to bring its regional aircraft more in line with its mainline fleet. With the largest regional fleet of any U.S. carrier, the airline says it is focusing on upgrades that emphasize comfort,

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Spirit Airlines Files for Chapter 11 Bankruptcy Again, Aims for Long-Term Restructuring

Spirit Airlines has entered bankruptcy protection for the second time in recent years as the company works to address financial and operational challenges. On August 29, 2025, Spirit Aviation Holdings, Inc., the parent of Spirit Airlines, announced that it has

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Strata Elite Lands: Citi’s New Travel Card Takes Off with American Airlines Transfers

Citi has introduced the Citi Strata Elite credit card, a refreshed version of the Citi Prestige card, aimed at travelers and lifestyle spenders looking to earn elevated rewards on everyday purchases. The new Strata Elite builds on the core strengths

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American Airlines: Now Featuring Dynamic Upgrades and Dynamic Disappointment

American Airlines is making changes to how AAdvantage members use their miles for upgrades. The airline will retire its mileage upgrade award chart effective August 12, 2025, at midnight CT and has introduced a new instant point upgrade system. While

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