In this episode, Andrew starts by looking at why airlines and aircraft sometimes struggle in hot temperatures. Then he explores five unique air travel experiences.

• Why do planes have trouble taking off in hot temperatures? The answer has to do with science. Learn more about why this happens and what airlines and travelers can do about it.
• From a “milk run” through the rugged Alaska wilderness to sipping champagne in your own private suite with a bathroom and bedroom, there are lots of special experiences in the world of air travel. As a follow-up to Episode 31, Andrew looks at five of these unique journeys.
• When you fly with certain airlines, you don’t have to go through the typical airport processes. Andrew talks about how there are no security lines or crowded terminals with helicopter airlines and public charters.

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• I flew on a major airline’s Pokémon-themed plane. The unforgettable experience didn’t cost extra — and it came with souvenirs. (Business Insider)

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This episode contains the second part of our conversation with Joelle Cuvelier from global travel technology company Amadeus. Plus, Andrew takes a look at whether a plane can fly with only one engine.

• Can a plane fly with only one engine? Most commercial aircraft today have two engines, but what happens if there is an engine failure? Find out in this episode.
• We continue our interview with Joelle Cuvelier, Senior Vice President of Customer Success Management at global travel technology company Amadeus. In this episode, she discusses the exciting technological developments in the air travel world.
• The airport experience can be stressful and unpleasant. But there is a movement towards frictionless travel to help remove pain points in our travels. From biometrics to artificial intelligence to wayfinding technology, Joelle shares what is being done to improve our air travel journeys.

Joelle Cuvelier is the Senior Vice President of Customer Success Management at Amadeus, a global travel technology company that provides solutions for airlines, hotels, travel agencies, and other travel businesses. Joelle started her career as a check-in agent and issued the first paper ticket produced by Amadeus. After working in various roles throughout the industry, she rejoined Amadeus in 2013 and has been with the company ever since. Learn more about Amadeus: Website | Facebook | X (Twitter) | LinkedIn | YouTube | Instagram

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In this episode, Andrew starts off by talking about mileage runs. Then for the main segment, he looks at tools that you can use to find flight deals and cheap flights.

• What is a mileage run and should you consider doing one for airline status or for points and miles? Learn more about this tactic in this episode.
• Finding an inexpensive flight is often a goal for travelers. And there are lots of tools and resources out there to help us find cheap flights. In this episode, Andrew talks about the features of these different tools, exploring the pros and cons, and sharing some general insights.
• Google Flights is a powerful tool with a lot of great features. Andrew talks about some of his favorites, and also takes a look at other websites and services that you can use to find flight deals.

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