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✈️ Big News for International Travelers ✈️ Ever connected through a U.S. airport after a long international flight and dreaded the second TSA screening? That hassle may soon be history. The TSA has officially launched its One Stop Security (OSS) pilot program, allowing select international passengers to skip re-screening when connecting in the U.S. ✅ Launched with flights from London Heathrow to Dallas (AA) & Atlanta (Delta) ✅ Checked bags transfer automatically — no more claim & recheck ✅ Expected to halve connection times and reduce missed flights ✅ Already expanding to Delta’s Seoul–Atlanta route If successful, this program could expand worldwide, changing how millions of people connect through U.S. airports. TSA says the goal is simple: less stress, faster connections, stronger security. 👉 Would skipping TSA re-screening make you more likely to book U.S. connections on international trips? 🔗 in comments. Photo: Courtesy of American Airlines #Travel #Aviation #TSA #AirportExperience #Innovation #GlobalTravel #BusinessTraveler #BusinessTraveller Business Traveler

🚨 Big shake-up in the skies: Alaska Airlines is teaming up with T-Mobile + STARLINK to bring FREE, ultra-fast Wi-Fi to every flight by 2027. We’re not talking about the slow, glitchy in-flight internet you’ve struggled with for years. We’re talking about: ⚡ Speeds up to 500 Mbps 🌍 Coverage on every route (even long-haul) 💳 Free for Atmos Rewards members This move could reset the entire industry. Airlines like Delta, United, and JetBlue are dabbling in free Wi-Fi—but none are promising fleetwide, next-gen, no-cost connectivity. Seattle will be the launchpad. By 2027, every Alaska flight could feel more like your home office—or living room—than a disconnected metal tube. 👉 Full story in the comments. Photo: Courtesy of Delta Air Lines #Aviation #Airlines #Travel #Innovation #CustomerExperience #Connectivity #Leadership #BusinessTravel #BusinessTraveler #BusinessTraveller Business Traveler

✈️ Airport security just got an upgrade. No podium. No waiting. Just a quick scan. CLEAR and TSA have rolled out biometric eGates at select U.S. airports — a move set to shave minutes (sometimes hours) off the checkpoint grind. 🔹 First eGate: Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson (ATL) 🔹 Coming next: Reagan National (DCA) + Seattle-Tacoma (SEA) 🔹 Goal: 30 airports by Summer 2026 — ahead of the World Cup + America’s 250th birthday 🇺🇸 Here’s why this matters: ✅ Direct-to-screening in 3–6 seconds ✅ Less bottlenecking at TSA podiums ✅ Fully integrated with TSA for security compliance ✅ Zero taxpayer cost With millions of international visitors expected for the World Cup, these eGates could redefine the airport experience. 🚀 Would you pay $209/year for CLEAR+ to skip the line? Or should this tech become standard for all travelers? 🔗 to full article in comments. Photo: Courtesy of CLEAR #Aviation #Innovation #TSA #CLEAR #TravelTech #WorldCup2026 #BusinessTraveler #BusinessTraveller Business Traveler Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport - DCA) Port of Seattle Transportation Security Administration (TSA)

🚨 Big move from Alaska Airlines 🚨 Alaska just launched its first-ever premium credit card — the Atmos Rewards Summit Visa — alongside its new loyalty program with Hawaiian Airlines. And it comes with some serious industry-first perks: ✈️ Global Companion Awards – fly a companion free (even in Business/First) on Alaska, Hawaiian, oneworld + partners 💳 Fast-Track Elite Status – earn 1 status point per $2 spent + 10K bonus annually 🍸 Lounge Access – 8 Alaska Lounge day passes (premium bar coming 2026) 💰 Instant Delay Credit – $50 voucher if your Alaska flight is delayed 2+ hours 🍽️ 3x Points – dining, international travel, Alaska + Hawaiian 👉 Limited-time offer: 100,000 bonus points after $6K spend in 90 days With an annual fee of $395, this card looks built for global travelers chasing both status and flexibility. 💡 What do you think — is the Global Companion Award a game-changer, or would you stick with your current premium card? 🔗 to full article in comments. Photo: Courtesy of Alaska Airlines #Travel #LoyaltyPrograms #AlaskaAirlines #CreditCards #VISA #VISAcards #VisaPayments #BusinessTraveler #BusinessTraveller Visa Business Traveler

🚨 Just opened: Korean Air’s stunning new lounges at Seoul-Incheon Airport ✨ On August 18, travelers got their first taste of the airline’s reimagined lounge experience—complete with hotel-style lobbies, wellness zones, private meeting rooms, and live chef stations where Grand Hyatt chefs prepare dishes to order. 🍣🍷 The first phase includes the redesigned Miler Club and Prestige East Lounges, setting the stage for a multi-year lounge renewal that will more than double Korean Air’s footprint at Incheon by 2026. Guests can now enjoy rotating seasonal menus, barista-made coffee, cocktail service, and even garden-view retreats designed in collaboration with a world-renowned luxury interior firm. This opening marks a major milestone in Korean Air’s brand transformation ahead of its merger with Asiana Airlines—and is just the beginning of a wave of upgrades that will reshape how passengers experience the airline, from lounges to cabins. 👉 Would you make time to try the new lounges on your next trip through Seoul? Photo: Miler Club Lounge. Courtesy of Korean Air #KoreanAir #Aviation #TravelExperience #LuxuryTravel #Airlines #BusinessTraveler #BusinessTraveller Business Traveler