What’s that expression? You snooze you loose. You also get a good lesson in the mix of rules and fees that often make in-flight connectivity so confusing.
We love the bold design thinking of the Air Lair 'This might just fly!' concept. But it could take a while for airlines to get over outdated 'class' thinking. Until then, it won't fly.
Practical beats romantic every time. The Orient Express, after all, was only tantalizing when Agatha Christie committed murder on it. If Poirot had free Wi-Fi, it would have gone much better for all involved.
As Forrest Gump would say, “You never know what you’re going to get.” The good news is that, with competition in this race hot enough for candy, the chocolate assortment is going to get pretty tasty quick.
With competition increasing from all corners, airlines have to find a new way to adapt or die. Profiting from a lifestyle association with their passengers and building that brand loyalty could well be the missing link in airline evolution. Survival of the fittest isn't just a Nike thing.
Technology may not address all our air travel needs, but improvements which take the hassle out of getting there and back, with our luggage in tact, are surely welcome.