Weekly Recap: August 9, 2025
Catch up on the latest aviation and travel related news for the week ending August 9, 2025 in the ATX Jetsetter weekly recap.
Review: Delta Sky Club New Orleans (MSY)
The Delta Sky Club at Louis Armstrong New Orleans International Airport (MSY) is a small space that offers big flavor and hospitality.
Emirates is Banning the Use of Power Banks Onboard
In an update to its safety rules, Emirates is banning the use of all power banks onboard its aircraft effective October 1, 2025.
Marriott is Opening the 16 Suite Mapito Safari Camp in Tanzania
Marriott International is preparing to open the 16 suite Mapito Safari Camp, Serengeti, Autograph Collection in Tanzania this September.
airBaltic is Looking For Passengers From Its First Flight
Latvian flag carrier airBaltic is looking for passengers from its first flight as it prepares to celebrate its 30th anniversary.
American Airlines Announces New Service to Prague, Budapest, and More
American Airlines is launching service to Prague and Budapest this summer along with four new routes to existing destinations.
Review: Emirates Boeing 777-300ER Business Class (DXB-DFW)
While we had a great flight in Emirates Business Class, the product lags behind what I would expect from a recently redesigned cabin.
Southwest is Offering Free Wi-Fi to Rapid Rewards Members for a Limited Time
Southwest Airlines is offering free wi-fi to Rapid Rewards members on flights between August 8 and August 14, 2025.
ANA To Retire R2-D2 Jet on August 6, 2025
ANA is retiring its popular R2-D2 livery which appears on one of its Boeing 787 aircraft with the last flight operating August 6, 2025.
Alaska Airlines Unveils New Livery Amid Global Expansion
Alaska Airlines has unveiled a new livery that will appear on the carrier's long haul Boeing 787 Dreamliner aircraft.