I just noticed the “Coming Soon . . .” forum that appeared on the discussions page. It is to be released October 6 at the NBAA Convention. Any ideas as to what it might be? My guess: non-aviation - a banter forum instead of banter thread. But the fact that it is NBAA related might suggest an aviation theme.
The forum will be about a new aviation product we’re releasing next week. The announcement is about the product and the forum is for conversation resulting from it.
Such a thing wouldn’t surprise, or bother me. FlightAware doesn’t seem to have much advertising, so money has to come from somewhere. Actually, commercial services are available now for purchase, but they are based around the number of watchable aircraft and airports, and flight alerts, if I recall correctly.
Printable drink coupons for all airlines courtesy of the FlightAware crew. That is just the start. Down the road will be free upgrades, coupons to wave the baggage fees, and even mileage rewards.