Pilots Are Playing Dolly Parton on the Way to the Gate — and It’s Breaking Everyone’s Heart When the news broke yesterday that Dolly Parton, the beloved entertainer and philanthropist, had died at 80 after “a brief battle with cancer,” it hit people hard. Including my wife… Johnny Jet , August 26, 2026
United Airlines Announces Its Largest International Expansion Ever — 10 New Cities and More International Routes Coming in 2027 United Airlines is making a massive international push for 2027, announcing what it calls the largest international network expansion in the airline’s history. Beginning in March 2027, United will add… Johnny Jet , August 25, 2026
This Simple Flight Booking Trick Saved Me Over $1,000 Everyone always wants to know how they can find cheap flights, including me. The truth is there are always new websites and apps popping up to help travelers find deals,… Johnny Jet , August 24, 2026
Flying Today? Northeast Storms Are Already Canceling Flights and Airlines Are Issuing Travel Waivers If you’re flying to, from or through the Northeast today, Thursday, August 20, you’re going to want to keep a very close eye on your flight. Severe weather is expected… Johnny Jet , August 20, 2026
American Airlines Spent Years Ripping Out Seatback Screens. Now It’s Putting Them Back I fly American Airlines a lot. I’ve been one of their top-tier elite frequent flyers for more than a decade and I’m also a Million Miler, so I’m very familiar… Johnny Jet , August 18, 2026
The Best U.S. Airports for Cheap Flights in 2026, According to Going Without a doubt where you fly from can make a huge difference in how often you find cheap airfare which is why I’m always preaching to look at alternate airports…. Johnny Jet , August 17, 2026
How to Sleep Better on a Plane: 10 Tips from a Frequent Flyer This post contains references to products from one or more of our advertisers. We may receive compensation when you click on links to those products. For an explanation of our… Johnny Jet , August 17, 2026
Why Chicago O’Hare Is One of My Favorite Airports, Especially When Traveling With Kids This post was created in partnership with Chicago O’Hare International Airport. As always, all opinions are my own. Chicago O’Hare International Airport (ORD) is massive. It’s one of the busiest… Johnny Jet , August 15, 2026
My Flight Was Delayed 5 Hours. Here’s How I Still Made It Home Early As I mentioned in today’s newsletter, my flight on Sunday from LAX to LAS on American Airlines couldn’t have been any smoother or quicker. Well, the opposite almost happened on… Johnny Jet , August 11, 2026
Looking for a Comfortable Travel Pillow? Here Are Some of the Best Options I’ve Tried I recently received this question from reader Rodney: “Hi Johnny, just saw your podcast with Leo from a few weeks ago! Do you have any suggestions for neck support pillows?… Johnny Jet , August 7, 2026
American Airlines Just Made It Harder for Elite Flyers to Get Free Business Class Upgrades I have to hand it to American Airlines‘ PR department. They’re trying to spin the elimination of complimentary Business Class upgrades on some of their most popular routes as “A… Johnny Jet , August 7, 2026
What Is an Airline Travel Waiver? Here’s What It Means for Your Flight If you’ve ever opened your airline’s app or website before a trip and seen a notice about a “travel waiver,” you might have wondered what it actually means. You’re not… Johnny Jet , August 7, 2026
Major Airlines Issue Northeast Travel Waivers as Flight Cancellations Mount Travelers flying through the Northeast today should check their flight status before heading to the airport. As severe thunderstorms move across the region, the nation’s three largest airlines have all… Johnny Jet , August 7, 2026
Severe Storms Set to Slam the Northeast Tuesday as Airlines Issue Travel Waivers If you’re flying anywhere along the East Coast on Tuesday (July 28), especially through the busy Northeast corridor, prepare for possible delays, cancellations and long lines at the airport. Major… Johnny Jet , July 27, 2026
My Wife Made a Rookie TSA Mistake on Our Flight Home Yesterday: Here’s How to Avoid Making the Same One After spending exactly seven weeks traveling through 17 cities in 10 countries, my family and I finally began the journey home yesterday. Our last flight was on American Airlines from… Johnny Jet , July 26, 2026