Another week, another deep dive into the wild world of points, miles, and all things aviation because, let’s face it, airlines and loyalty programs aren’t exactly making things easy for us. Whether you’re a seasoned points hoarder or just dipping your toes into the art of flying smarter, WingTips is here to help you navigate the chaos. This week, we’ve tackled everything from the latest credit card tricks to the best ways to squeeze value out of your hard-earned points, with a few rants about airline antics thrown in for good measure. We’ve sifted through the good, the bad, and the downright ridiculous, so you don’t have to. So, if you’ve been too busy living your life (or just endlessly refreshing your points balance), here’s everything you might have missed.
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WingTipsHQ:
WingTips News:
Malaysia Airlines Bets Big on the 737 MAX
Heathrow Goes Dark: Massive Fire Shuts Down London’s Busiest Airport
UK Passport Fees Are Rising Again – Here’s What You Need to Know
From Entebbe to Gatwick: Uganda Airlines Joins the Party
Gatwick’s Green Machine: Bigger, Better, and Bus-Free
JAL Goes All-In on Fleet Renewal: 737 MAX Boost & a New Airbus Twist
EVA Air Doubles Down on Airbus – More A350s, More A321neos, and a $3.1B Price Tag
WingTips Opinion:
The Heathrow Disaster: What Every Traveller Needs to Know
Plane Crazy: The Aircraft Shortage That’s Grounding Airlines
Conclusion:
And that’s a wrap on another week of WingTips wisdom, packed with enough travel hacks, insider tips, and airline gossip to keep your points obsession alive and kicking. Whether you’ve found a new redemption sweet spot, learned a trick to avoid those sneaky fees, or just enjoyed a good old-fashioned moan about the state of the industry, we’re here for it. Loyalty programs are changing faster than a budget airline’s baggage policy, but don’t worry; we’ll keep you ahead of the curve. Got thoughts? Travel wins? An airline horror story that deserves its own feature? Drop us a comment or message; we love a good av-geek chat. Until next time, keep collecting, scheming, and, most importantly, flying smarter.