Germán Ceballos

Korean Air just pulled back the curtain on a brand-new identity and aircraft livery—the first time they’ve made such a major change in over 40 years. They revealed it on March 11, 2025,, in Seoul, showing off a Boeing 787-10 freshly painted in the new design. This big refresh comes at a crucial time: Korean Air recently bought Asiana Airlines and plans to merge both carriers under a single look. The updated brand isn’t just about appearances—it sets the tone for where Korean Air is headed as they combine with Asiana and keep up with modern design trends.

Korean Air’s acquisition of Asiana Airlines, first announced in late 2020, has finally been completed after nearly four years of regulatory reviews. Finalized in December 2024, this merger creates a powerful national carrier in South Korea and positions Korean Air as one of the largest airlines globally by fleet size.

Japan Airlines (JAL) has announced significant changes to its Mileage Bank award program, set to take effect on June 10, 2025. While the airline provided advance notice, giving travelers time to adjust plans, the devaluation hits hardest for premium cabin redemptions. Here’s a breakdown of the changes and how they might impact your travel plans.

On March 9, 2025, Korean Air’s brand-new Boeing 787-10 Dreamliner (HL8515) was spotted displaying a newly updated livery and logo at Gimpo International Airport (RKSS) in Seoul. This marks the first appearance of Korean Air’s new visual identity, just weeks after its recent merger with Asiana Airlines.

Here’s a summary of my recent flight with China Eastern from Beijing (PEK) to Shanghai (SHA). Despite being a short flight (~1 hour), I was surprised they operated it using a massive 777-300ER. The flight was cheap, departed, and arrived on time, and the service was solid. They even gave us a hot meal with coffee or tea. Kudos to the China Eastern team! Let’s dive into the details.

Booking Qatar Airways Qsuites Business Class with Alaska Airlines Mileage Plan miles is one of the best ways to experience one of the world’s most luxurious Business Classes at a fantastic value. Qsuites offer fully enclosed suites, lie-flat beds, and top-tier service, making them feel more like a First Class than Business. As Qatar Airways is part of the Oneworld alliance, booking with Alaska Mileage Plan provides unique opportunities, often at lower mileage rates than other programs. This post will show how to find Qsuites award availability and maximize your miles for the ultimate travel experience.