LGB – Long Beach
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Long Beach Gets 9 New Slots, But Which Airlines Will Want Them?
You all know I love nothing more than some local drama at my hometown airport. This time, however, it’s not the customs…
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California, Long the Nation’s Most Important State for Building Aircraft, Just Watched Its Last One Roll Off the Line
Since the beginning of powered flight, California and aviation have had a special bond. Early aircraft manufacturers swarmed to the Golden State…
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JetBlue Officially Requests a Customs and Immigration Facility in Long Beach
If you’ve been waiting for a fun-filled airport battle, then you’ve come to the right place. After months of discussion about the…
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Long Beach’s Anti-Airport Crowd Chooses Misguided Scare Tactics Against JetBlue Flying Internationally
It’s been a few years since we’ve had a contentious airport battle here in my hometown of Long Beach, and I’m sure…
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Cranky on the Web (June 23 – 27)
Long Beach Airport’s interim director embraces challenge – Orange County Register Long Beach lost its airport director recently and a sub has…
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Cranky on the Web (April 21 – 25)
How to Beat Spirit at its Own Game and Minimize Airline Fees – Conde Nast Daily Traveler Spirit has a great business…
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Celebrating in Phoenix (Trip Report)
Last weekend it was time for another trip to Phoenix, but this time it was for a festive event – my brother’s…
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Cranky on the Web (August 26-30)
In the Trenches: Incorporating Exercise Into the Workday – Intuit Small Business Blog Finding the best way to get exercise in is…
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Cranky on the Web (August 19 – 23)
By Popular Demand: PlaneBusiness Analysis Of GAO Report on American Airlines-US Airways Merger – PlaneBusiness – no subscription required A lot of…
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Cranky on the Web (Dec 3 – 7)
Airlines, airports cater to international travel – USA Today A very brief mention in an article about airlines adding more international flights.…
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A Sneak Peek of the New Long Beach Airport Concourse
Long time readers of the blog know that I’ve been waiting to write this post for nearly four years. In less than…
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Touring the Ghosts of Douglas Aircraft Company’s Past
As a Long Beach resident and airline dork, I have a special connection with Douglas airplanes. As World War II ramped up,…