Masters of Scale Rapid Response: Wild summer travel tales from Boeing to CrowdStrike, with The Points Guy, Brian Kelly
Aug 13, 2024
Brian Kelly, founder of The Points Guy, shares his expert insights into the tumultuous summer travel landscape. He discusses how Boeing’s safety issues are reshaping flying habits and the ripple effects of operational disruptions on traveler anxiety. Kelly reveals hidden tips for maximizing travel rewards and details significant shifts in the airline industry, including Southwest’s policy changes. The conversation dives deep into the complexities of airline economics, consumer behavior, and the balance between comfort and profit in air travel.
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Fear of Flying vs. Reality
- Flying is statistically safer than driving, yet fear of flying seems to be increasing.
- This may be due to social media amplifying incidents and Boeing's safety issues.
Boeing 737 MAX 9 Travel Advice
- Consider avoiding the Boeing 737 MAX 9, not necessarily for safety reasons, but due to potential flight cancellations.
- Airlines might ground these planes for extended periods, leading to rebooking on less desirable flights.
High Travel Volume and Smooth Operations
- Air travel volume is at record levels due to lower fares compared to the 2022 spike.
- Despite increased passenger numbers, airports are generally operating smoothly.