Emirates Has Found a New Way to Keep the A380 Relevant
The Airbus A380 has always been part machine and part myth. Emirates knows that better than anyone, which is why its latest move is so clever. By completing the first…
Posts by Mika Hämäläinen
Air India’s Varanasi Move Could Be More Important Than It First Appears
When Air India said it is preparing to launch international connectivity from Varanasi under India’s newly operationalized hub-and-spoke framework, the announcement looked specific and local. It is that, but it…
ITA’s Loyalty Shift Is the Real Signal That Lufthansa Is Taking Control
Airline integrations are often announced in dramatic language, but the real turning points usually arrive in quieter forms: a platform migration, a terminal move, a status match, a new earn-and-burn…
Singapore Airlines Just Fired the Latest Shot in the Premium Wi-Fi Wars
Singapore Airlines has decided that “good enough” internet is no longer good enough for a flagship carrier. On 4 May 2026, the airline said it will bring Starlink connectivity to…
Qantas Gold Strategy If You’re Short Before Your Membership Year Ends
There’s a very specific kind of stress that hits frequent flyers late in the year. You open your Qantas app, check your progress, and realise you’re close, but not quite…
British Airways Business Class Europe Review
Flying short-haul business class in Europe can often feel underwhelming, with many airlines offering little more than a blocked middle seat and a slightly decent meal. British Airways, however, proves…
IGA Lounge Istanbul Airport Review: A Beautiful Yet Overwhelming Experience
The IGA Lounge at Istanbul Airport promises a premium pre-flight experience in one of the world’s busiest transit hubs. With its striking design, extensive amenities, and wide-ranging food options, it…
Review: CAC Plaza Premium Lounge Cairo Airport
If you’re passing through Cairo International Airport and considering the CAC Plaza Premium Lounge, it’s important to set your expectations correctly. While the name “Plaza Premium” might evoke a sense…
EgyptAir Lounge Cairo Airport Review: I Felt Like Vomiting
Among all the international airline lounges I have visited, the EgyptAir Gienah lounge at Cairo International Airport stands out as the worst by a wide margin. This is not a…
EgyptAir Economy Class Review: Not Bad, Not Great
Flying with EgyptAir on a short regional route from Amman to Cairo offers a practical glimpse into the airline’s economy class experience. For travelers researching EgyptAir economy class comfort, service…