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American Starlink; Air France routes; BA A380; SWA 787

One Mile at a Time reports this week's key travel updates: American Starlink, Air France routes, BA A380, Southwest 787, Etihad exec departure, Amex lounge expansion.

This week brought several travel updates worth knowing. One Mile at a Time reports:

American Airlines will install Starlink Wi-Fi across its entire fleet. Faster internet means the kids can stream without buffering. For families, that is a big win.

Air France added two new U.S. destinations. The source did not say which cities, so expect more details soon.

British Airways shared updates on its A380 cabin updates. Even without specifics, any refresh to the A380 is worth watching for travelers flying on that aircraft.

Southwest Airlines is considering a Boeing 787 order. That would be a major change for an airline known for its 737 only fleet. It could open up long haul international routes.

Etihad, the Abu Dhabi based airline, had a controversial executive leave the company. The departure suggests possible changes within the carrier's leadership.

Amex announced a huge expansion of its Centurion Lounge network. More lounges across more airports mean more comfort for cardholders before flights.

For your next trip, keep an eye on these changes. Starlink on American will improve connectivity. New Air France routes give more choices for Europe. Southwest's 787 order could eventually lead to affordable long haul flights. The Amex lounge expansion adds places to relax before flying.

These stories are still developing, and Bag Drop will keep you updated as more information becomes available.

  • Air France
  • American Airlines
  • Amex
  • British Airways
  • Etihad
  • Southwest Airlines

About Ben Abrams

Ben Abrams covers family travel, theme parks and road trips. He has planned more than 60 trips with his four children, including drives to 41 states in the same minivan. He teaches physical education at an elementary school in Kansas City, where he lives with his wife and kids.