#243 "Grounded Duties: The Less Glamorous Airport Jobs"

Return of the Non-Rev Lounge: 2026 Kickoff and Airline Jobs Discussion

Monique and Tyler return to the Non-Rev Lounge podcast to kick off 2026, reflecting on five years of podcasting, holiday travels, and the excitement of listener feedback. They discuss their recent travel experiences, challenges of airline travel around the holidays, and share advice for non-revenue passengers to ensure smoother travels. The episode also dives into a detailed discussion about the worst jobs in the airline industry, and Tyler shares an exciting personal announcement about gaining flight benefits with a new airline.

00:00 Introduction and Welcome Back
00:53 Reflecting on the Podcast Journey
01:48 Listener Feedback and Engagement
03:04 Holiday Experiences and Travel Stories
04:41 Challenges of Airline Travel
09:47 Military and Heavy Bags
12:00 Non-Rev Travel Tips
21:12 QR Codes and Travel Observations
25:06 Unexpected Flight Preferences
27:27 Travel Plans and Hotel Upgrades
31:49 Navigating Airline Jobs
35:25 The Worst Jobs at the Airport
46:24 Exciting Announcement and Farewell

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