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Andrew Chen

Andrew is a lifelong lover of aviation and travel. He has flown all over the world and is fascinated by the workings of the air travel industry. As a private pilot and glider pilot who has worked with airlines, airports and other industry stakeholders, he is always excited to share his passion for aviation with others. In addition to being a writer, he also hosts Flying Smarter, an educational travel podcast that explores the complex world of air travel to help listeners become better-informed and savvier travelers.

Stories By Andrew Chen:

Viva Aerobus Expands With New U.S. Markets
Viva Aerobus becomes the first Mexican air carrier to add additional service to the U.S. following a change in the FAA’s safety rating.
A Look at JetBlue’s Creative Aircraft Names and Liveries
America’s most blue airline has a history of giving its aircraft creative names and adorning them in a series of different tail designs and special liveries. Each aircraft in JetBlue’s fleet features a clever name that often features some sort of pun or wordplay. The airline’s aircraft also feature a lineup of blue-themed tail designs, […]
United Opens Massive New Lounge as Part of $1 Billion Airport Investment
United Airlines has opened two new lounges at its hub at Denver International Airport, including its largest lounge in the world. The two new United Clubs are part of the airline’s nearly $1 billion investment in the passenger experience in Denver. A Brewery-Themed Space The newest lounge in United’s network opened on Wednesday and features […]
Where Are Boeing 737-200s Flying in 2023?
The Boeing 737 has played a central role in the development of the global aviation industry for decades. Since the first aircraft entered service in 1968, the twin-engine narrowbody jet has been the backbone of air travel around the world. For many years, it was the highest-selling commercial aircraft of all time – until it […]
Red Way Airlines Ceases Operations
After only two months of operations, startup carrier Red Way Airlines has announced that it will be shutting down at the end of the month. The Lincoln, Neb.-based airline’s last flights will take place on Aug. 31. Insurmountable Challenges for a Small Startup In a statement posted to its Facebook page, the airline describes its […]
Gatwick Runway Closure Leads to Delays and Diversions
A runway closure created havoc for travelers at Gatwick Airport.
A Look Back at Air Canada Tango
In the early months of 2001, low-cost competition was heating up in Canada. WestJet had started operations a few years ago in 1996 and was growing quickly. Discount airline Canada 3000 had been a charter operator in Canada for many years but began offering scheduled flights in May of 2001. The world was also seeing […]
WestJet Expands Vacation, Connecting Options This Winter
WestJet is bolstering its sun destinations and partner connection offerings this winter with the release of its 2023-2024 winter schedule. Canada’s second largest airline is adding four new routes, restarting several others, and extending a number of seasonal summer routes through the winter months. Increased Leisure Travel Options With Canada’s cold winter climate, the country […]
United Unveils New Domestic First Class Seats
United Airlines is continuing the modernization of its narrowbody fleet with the introduction of a new domestic first class seat. The new seat features several improvements over the current product and is expected to debut later this summer. The announcement comes just months after United began retrofitting its narrowbody fleet with new cabins. The Chicago-based […]
Qatar Airways Reports Record Revenues
Qatar Airways has reported record revenue for the 2022-2023 fiscal year after ferrying fans to and from the 2022 FIFA World Cup. The airline also saw significant increases in capacity, yields and market share, as part of their expansion. Recently, the Qatar Airways Group reported overall revenue of 76.3 billion Qatari Riyals ($21.0 billion) for […]