Gary Leff

Gary Leff

expert United States

Gary Leff is a Texas-based travel industry expert and author of the popular travel blog 'View From the Wing.' Known for his insights into airline practices and consumer advocacy, he frequently shares tips and advice on maximizing travel experiences, particularly regarding airline policies and seat assignments. In a recent discussion about a viral incident of seat squatting on a flight, Leff emphasized the importance of communication among passengers and suggested that travelers should ask fellow flyers to swap seats rather than taking over someone else's assigned seat.

Global Media Ratings
Dominance
0.02%
Persistence
2 wks
Reach
371,102
Power
23,544$
Sentiment
6.67
Countries Mentioned
Country Mentions Sentiment Dominance + Persistence x Population = Reach x GDP (millions) = Power
United States 3 6.67 0.09% +20% 331,002,651 371,102 $21,000,000 23,544$
Totals 3 331,002,651 371,102 $21,000,000 23,544$
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Each country's color is based on "Mentions" from the table above.

Recent Mentions

United States United States: Gary Leff, a Texas-based travel industry expert and author of the blog 'View From the Wing,' told Fox News Digital he wouldn't pack anything worth locking in checked bags. 6

Fox News: Travel experts debate whether locking your luggage is worth it for summer trips

United States United States: Gary Leff, a Texas-based travel industry expert and author of the blog 'View From the Wing,' told Fox News Digital he saw the hack circulate on social media in 2023 and 2024. 6

Fox News: Summer travelers are using a pillowcase trick to bring extra items on flights for free

United States United States: Gary Leff, a Texas-based travel industry expert and author of the blog 'View From the Wing,' told Fox News Digital that passengers should be mindful of others. 8

Fox News: Strong cologne on planes sparks debate about smells in cramped travel spaces

United States United States: Gary Leff, a Texas-based travel industry expert and author of the blog 'View From the Wing,' told Fox News Digital that passengers should avoid New York airports for connecting flights. 6

Fox News: Travel experts warn passengers to avoid Newark Airport amid air traffic control crisis

United States United States: Gary Leff, a Texas-based travel industry expert and author of the blog 'View From the Wing,' told Fox News Digital there’s a stigma against vaping. 6

Fox News: Flight passenger vapes on plane, prompting pilot to make announcement to all travelers

United States United States: Gary Leff, a Texas-based travel industry expert and author of the blog 'View From the Wing,' told Fox News Digital he doesn’t expect there will be 'meaningful delays.' 5

Fox News: Flight passengers without REAL IDs may face travel delays up ahead

United States United States: Gary Leff, a Texas-based travel industry expert, advised passengers to plan ahead for their desired seats. 7

Fox News: Seat-swapping family guilts flight passenger into changing spots over baby

United States United States: Gary Leff, a Texas-based travel industry expert and author of the blog 'View From the Wing,' told Fox News Digital that passengers should be mindful of others. 7

Fox News: Flight passenger says flyer 'sprays the air' with disinfectant: 'People all around are coughing'

United States United States: Gary Leff is a Texas-based travel industry expert and author of the blog 'View From the Wing.' 7

Fox News: Seat swapper sends fellow Delta flyer $150 Venmo to switch for aisle seat, Reddit user claims

United States United States: Gary Leff is a Texas-based travel industry expert and author of the blog 'View From the Wing.' 7

Fox News: Airport-vaping travelers ignite heated debate: 'You aren't fooling anyone'