The Middle Seat
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The Middle Seat, May 23, 2013
Middle Seat columnist Scott McCartney and WSJTM's Gordon Deal review what changes you can expect to see during the busy summer travel season.
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The Middle Seat, May 16, 2013
Middle Seat Columnist Scott McCartney and Wall Street Journal This Morning's Gordon Deal discuss how texting could be coming to the cockpit on your next flight and why it will make your flight safer and more efficient.
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The Middle Seat, May 9, 2013
Hear Middle Seat columnist Scott McCartney and WSJTM's Gordon Deal discuss how the airlines measure up when it comes to redeeming frequent flier awards.
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The Middle Seat, May 2, 2013
Middle Seat Columnist Scott McCartney and Wall Street Journal This Morning's Gordon Deal discuss the best places for summer travel deals.
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The Middle Seat, April 24, 2013
Scott McCartney and Wall Street Journal This Morning's Gordon Deal explore a new system where airlines are auctioning off first class seats and other premium products.
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The Middle Seat, April 10, 2013
The pros and cons of airline mergers
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The Middle Seat, April 3, 2013
Wall Street Journal This Morning's Gordon Deal and Middle Seat columnist Scott McCartney discusses the airline industry's need for your feedback.
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The Middle Seat, March 27, 2013
Wall Street Journal This Morning's Andrew Colton learns about passenger rights and efforts to improve them with Middle Seat Columnist Scott McCartney.
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The Middle Seat, March 20, 2013
The vigorous training firefighters working at airports undergo.
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The Middle Seat, March 13, 2013
Who gets the miles when a passenger purchases two seats?
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The Middle Seat, February 27, 2013
More than half the flights at giant airports like Chicago O'Hare and congested airports like New York LaGuardia are on small regional jets, turning U.S. domestic air travel into an ``RJ Nation.''
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The Middle Seat, February 20, 2013
Officials at Los Angeles International Airport are taking a stand on a surprising issue: They're cracking down on "bogus" requests for wheelchairs.
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The Middle Seat, February 13, 2013
Luxury car rentals have long been a fun part of travel - people rent a fantasy car to impress friends or clients or themselves. But innovation in this market means in some cases it's not that much more expensive than renting a Chevy.
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The Middle Seat, January 30, 2012
We compare amenities bundles at various airlines and show which ones are worth buying and which ones are dogs.
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The Middle Seat, January 23, 2012
Sometimes two tickets are better than one. With airfares rising, savvy travelers can save money by pairing cheap tickets to gateway airports with discounted flights to far-off destinations.
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The Middle Seat, January 10, 2013
The rankings are in for 2012 and some airlines performed a lot better than others.
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The Middle Seat, January 2, 2012
What travel apps should you be using in 2013? We look at new and old and evaluate the most useful apps when you're away from home.
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The Middle Seat, December 26, 2012
What's in store for travelers in 2013?
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The Middle Seat, December 19, 2012
Reaching elite status levels can seem like an unattainable goal for "regular" travelers who don't live on the road. But you can buy yourself top-tier status for an investment of about $5,000 to $6,000.
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The Middle Seat, Dec. 13, 2012
Logan Airport in Boston has become the first to equip its trucks and snow plows with next-generation aircraft transponders so that ground vehicles show up on air-traffic control ground radar displays.
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The Middle Seat, Dec. 6, 2012
Who has the best beds in the air? Journal Middle Seat Columnist Scott McCartney and The Wall Street Journal This Morning's Gordon Deal break it down.
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The Middle Seat, November 28, 2012
Gender differences on the plane: The different habits and wants on airplanes, and the tensions that can sometimes create for couples.
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The Middle Seat, November 7, 2012
A look at airline ticket price trends and popular destinations.
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The Middle Seat, Nov. 1, 2012
Scott takes a look at airport security screening.
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The Middle Seat, Oct. 25, 2012
A look inside the hidden world of sports team travel.
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The Middle Seat, Oct. 18, 2012
Scott and the Wall Street Journal This Morning's Gordon Deal take a look at the travel tax problem.
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The Middle Seat, Oct. 10, 2012
New York, the biggest travel market in the U.S., has never had a dominant airline. Now Delta Air Lines is trying to change that.
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The Middle Seat, October 3, 2012
How best to deal with delays and cancellations, in light of the American Airlines mess as well as strikes at other airlines.
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Middle Seat, Sept. 19, 2012
Pickpocketing is on the rise at airports and travel destinations. Middle Seat Columnist Scott McCartney talks about how consumers can protect themselves with The Wall Street Journal This Morning's Gordon Deal.
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The Middle Seat, Sept. 13, 2012
A look at a new perk for some flyers at Atlanta's Hartsfield-Jackson International Airport.
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The Middle Seat, Aug. 30, 2012
It's the time of year when people hoarding frequent flier miles start trying to book holiday trips or seats for next summer with miles 11 months out. We look at how you can be an expert shopper for frequent-flier award tickets.
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The Middle Seat, August 23, 2012
Concessions companies in the airport are looking to turn the boarding gate area into a comfortable space with a plethora of amenities.
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The Middle Seat, August 15, 2012
Scott McCartney reviews the most popular scenic airline routes across the country
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The Middle Seat, August 8, 2012
The value of silver, at least at airline frequent-flier programs, has plummeted. Melinda Hoffman speaks with Scott McCartney about the disappearance of perks for lower-level elite frequent fliers.
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The Middle Seat, August 1, 2012
When's the best time to book a vacation? Best way through airport security? These and other tips from corporate travel managers and airlines executives
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The Middle Seat, July 26, 2012
When traveling, it's rare to find a gate agent that goes above and beyond for passengers. Scott McCartney discusses this stand out gate agent from LaGuardia International Airtport.
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The Middle Seat, July 17, 2012
From yoga studios to walking trails, airports are adding facilities to help travelers stay healthy.
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The Middle Seat, June 27, 2012
When is the best time to buy an international plane ticket? Scott McCartney tells The Wall Street Journal Radio's Tom Ortuso that it's not when you might think.
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The Middle Seat, June 20, 2012
Scott McCartney talks with The Wall Street Journal This Morning's Dave Duncan about how Maine's Bangor International Airport has risen to the challenge of being the preferred landing spot for troubled European-bound flights.
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The Middle Seat, June 14, 2012
Long-distance flights are taking longer as airplanes slow down to save on fuel
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The Middle Seat, June 6, 2012
Airlines operate on thinner profit margins than you might think. Middle Seat columnist Scott McCartney talks with The Wall Street Journal This Morning's Gordon Deal about what your airline ticket pays for.
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The Middle Seat, May 30, 2012
As prices soar for certain airline memorabilia, Scott McCartney talks with The Wall Street Journal This Morning's Gordon Deal about why so many people are drawn to the airline-collectibles market.
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The Middle Seat, May 23, 2012
Toddlers on the TSA's no-fly list reflect the ongoing flaws in the airlines' checkpoint-screening system. Scott McCartney and The Wall Street Journal This Morning's Gordon Deal talk about how the TSA is trying to improve.
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The Middle Seat, May 16, 2012
Scoring a free seat with your frequent-flier points isn't always easy. Scott McCartney talks with the Wall Street Journal This Morning's Gordon Deal about which airlines are stingiest -- and most generous -- with their award seats.
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The Middle Seat, May 9, 2012
Scott McCartney talks with the Wall Street Journal This Morning's Gordon Deal about the hurdles and goals for airlines in finding a design for business-class cabins that's both efficient and appealing to passengers.
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The Middle Seat, April 18, 2012
As more cellphones work all around the world, travelers can get socked with hefty charges just for turning their phone on. Scott McCartney talks with the Wall Street Journal This Morning's Gordon Deal about how to avoid huge roaming charges.
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The Middle Seat, April 11, 2012
Summer travelers heading to Europe are in for sticker shock. Scott McCartney talks about how early bookers are coping - and where travelers can still find bargains -with The Wall Street Journal This Morning's Andrew Colton.
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The Middle Seat, April 5, 2012
Some hotel reviews are more reliable than others.
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The Middle Seat, March 28, 2012
Road warriors have strategies for avoiding some of the headaches associated with flying. Scott McCartney talks about his favorite travel tips with The Wall Street Journal This Morning's Gordon Deal.
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The Middle Seat, March 21, 2012
WiFi use onboard airplanes is climbing as passengers get used to paying to stay connected at 35,000 feet. We look at which airlines have the most coverage, if planes with WiFi are in demand, and much more.
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The Middle Seat, March 14, 2012
New programs let travelers skip the TSA and security lines at airports. A look at these perks -- and how to get them.
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The Middle Seat, March 8, 2012
The battle between passengers and flight attendants heats up, as more problems arise from passengers refusing to turn off their electronic devices.
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The Middle Seat, Feb. 29, 2012
High ticket prices and airline stinginess are making the basic mileage award harder and harder to use. Here's how to make the most of your miles.
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The Middle Seat, Feb. 22, 2012
Air rage incidents are down in the U.S., but airlines are still dealing with plenty of misbehavior. A look at how airlines are handling unruly passengers.
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The Middle Seat, February 16, 2012
Boeing's "Dreamliner" may not live up to all the hype
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The Middle Seat, Feb. 1, 2012
Limited space in overhead bins is causing chaos at boarding time. Tom Ortuso and the Wall Street Journal This Morning's Gorden Deal discuss how travelers -- and airlines -- are responding.
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The Middle Seat, Jan. 25, 2012
"Premium economy" is the fastest growing offering from airlines, giving travelers room to stretch for an affordable price. A look at the spread of the services and what it offers.
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The Middle Seat, Jan. 18, 2012
With new planes capable of flying almost a full day, airlines are adding longer non-stop flights. Avoiding a connection can be a plus; 15 hours in the air raises questions like how many episodes of "30 Rock" can a person watch in one sitting.
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The Middle Seat, Jan. 11, 2012
With so many fare-searching sites and so many fares, what's the best way to shop for plane tickets?
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The Middle Seat, Jan. 4, 2012
The Middle Seat column's annual scorecard of airline performance: Which carriers had the best years and which provided the worst service in 2011?
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The Middle Seat, December 20th, 2011
Tips to avoid getting sick on airplanes this holiday season.
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The Middle Seat, Dec. 7, 2011
Innovation has been virtually non-existent in the coach cabin for decades. Now, Air New Zealand has produced something new: a way for coach passengers to lie flat, via a new-fangled futon.
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The Middle Seat, Nov. 30, 2011
A look at Changi Airport in Singapore, widely considered to be the best airport in the world. It's where you'll find a tropical swimming pool, free movie theaters, a lush butterfly garden -- and more.
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The Middle Seat, Nov. 16, 2011
Flying as a family? Beware the baby ghetto. Most airlines seat parents with babies at the back of the plane: just one example of how air travel has gotten tougher for families.
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The Middle Seat, Nov. 9, 2011
Wintery weather on Halloween weekend created the airline industry's "perfect storm," complete with diverted planes and stranded passengers. A look at the fragile ecosystem of air traffic.
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The Middle Seat, Nov. 2, 2011
On top of baggage fees and extra costs for food, some airlines are now charging passengers to reserve their seats.
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The Middle Seat, Oct 26, 2011
Pan Am employees, enjoying their stylish moment, held a reunion to reminisce about the glam days of travel.
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The Middle Seat, Oct 19, 2011
Mileage addicts have found a new way to rack up tons of points. The Wall Street Journal This Morning's Gorden Deal and the "Middle Seat" columnist, Scott McCartney, talk about folks who open multiple credit cards -- just for the sign-up bonuses.
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The Middle Seat, Oct 12, 2011
Everyone thinks they own the frequent-flier miles they've earned. But a dispute between airlines and websites that help you manage your miles has exposed a different reality - airlines that claim they own the miles.
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The Middle Seat, Oct 5, 2011
Luftansa is using a a new type of seat on its planes that give passengers more room -- but you wouldn't know it from the way seat space is measured.
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The Middle Seat, September 29, 2011
One airline is offering a course on how to survive a plane crash.
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The Middle Seat, Sept. 21, 2011
Airlines are finding a new class of road warriors - college kids who spend their free time earning and burning frequent flier miles.
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