Air traffic controller shortage: FAA to cut service to NYC by 10% this summer
Possible delays and fewer flights could affect all three of New York’s major local airports this summer.
Hawaii considers tourist fees to help protect its natural environment
“All I want to do, honestly, is to make travelers accountable and have the capacity to help pay for the impact that they have," one Hawaii lawmaker said.
Air travel made better: 20 rules of airplane etiquette no one ever tells you (but should)
With spring travel season here and summer right behind it, there are some very smart ways to make air travel a little more pleasant for everybody involved.
Mexican police investigating after 3 'lifeless bodies' found on beach in Cancun
The three individuals, all men, were identified as alleged drug dealers by local media, though Mexican government officials only confirmed that three people had been killed.
Delta flight aborts takeoff after Learjet makes wrong turn at New Orleans airport
The Federal Aviation Administration said the air traffic controller told the Delta flight to halt out of an abundance of caution.
FAA expects summer travel delays in Northeast due to increased traffic, staffing shortages
The FAA is concerned about the travel period from just after spring break through Labor Day.
Spirit Airlines bringing in 4,000 pilots, flight attendants, other team members this year
Spirit Airlines said it will hold five recruitment events in cities across the U.S. in April, and that the hiring announcement is not related to JetBlue's acquisition of the low-cost airline.
JetBlue to cancel flights amid air traffic controller shortage
According to JetBlue, air traffic control staffing is at 54% of what is needed.
Lawmakers propose new no-fly list for unruly passengers
Plane incidents serious enough to be investigated by federal officials remain more than five times higher than before the pandemic.
CBP: Don't bring more than 12 decorated Easter eggs into the US
U.S. customs officials shared the warning about cascarones, the confetti-filled eggshells that are popular throughout Mexico and other parts of the U.S.
Carnival Cruise Lines has record future bookings, demand rebounds
Cruises ran into hurdles during the peak of COVID-19, facing low numbers of people traveling and seeing tough pandemic-related restrictions.
Passenger detained at LAX after opening emergency exit door of plane
A passenger onboard a flight from Los Angeles to Seattle was detained Saturday morning after opening an emergency exit door.
TSA says peanut butter is a liquid
Travelers heads up, the TSA considers peanut butter and cheese dip as liquids under its carry-on policy.
Pilot from another airline helps Southwest plane land safely after captain needs 'medical attention'
An off-duty pilot was on a Southwest Airlines flight from Las Vegas to Ohio and jumped in to help when the captain required "medical attention" following takeoff.
FAA: Ambulance illegally crossed Southwest plane on BWI runway
FAA officials said the plane became airborne before the point where the vehicle had crossed.
Delta launches pilot program to train next generation of aviators
The program, which is already accepting applications, is poised to bolster the pool of trained pilots.
Flight attendants renew push for infants to have their own seats
Citing turbulence as a major factor, The Association of Flight Attendants wants children under 2 years old to have their own seats.
Flight attendants on SkyWest airplane reportedly get into fight, delay passengers for over an hour
The argument began when a woman in first class asked to switch seats with someone in coach.
Uptick in close calls adds to airline safety concerns
In January alone, there were six close-call incidents that the National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB) is investigating.
Waze adds feature for EV drivers to find compatible charging stations
Users will now be able to enter their electric vehicle and plug type into the Waze app to find relevant charging stations along their route.