Travel expert warns pilot shortage crisis will get 'bigger and bigger'

The Points Guy founder and CEO Brian Kelly said "When they (airlines) don't have enough pilots, there's less flights, and less flights means more expensive flights."

Alaska Airlines cancellations: CEO says 'ripple effect' to continue causing flight disruptions through May

Alaska Airline's CEO said Friday that about 50 flights are still being canceled each day, and the month of May "will continue to be choppy." Starting next month, the airline is adding hundreds of pilots, reservation agents and flight attendants.

Southwest spending over $2 billion for faster internet, outlets, overhead bins

Southwest is making a huge financial investment in upgrades to make flights more comfortable for travelers. Faster internet service will be installed on 350 planes by the end of October.

Bahamas Sandals deaths:  Other guests complained about 'strong odor' at resort

Vacationers who have recently been in the area of the Sandals Bahamas resort where three Americans were found dead last week say they have complained about the "strong odor" of insecticide there, according to a new report.

Bahamas Sandals deaths:  Victims identified

Authorities in the Bahamas have identified the three U.S. tourists who were found dead at a resort on the Atlantic island nation. The deaths occurred at Sandals Emerald Bay in Exuma.

CDC: Keep wearing a mask on planes, trains, mass transit

The CDC is doubling down on its recommendation that Americans keep wearing well-fitting masks when inside airports and stations, and on planes, trains, buses, and other mass transit.

What happens if I get COVID-19 while traveling?

COVID-19 rules for travelers will vary depending on the destination. But testing positive for the virus could result in an unexpected change in plans, such as being required to stay isolated in a hoteI.

Delta to pay flight attendants during boarding

Delta Air Lines, which has narrowly fought off several attempts to unionize its flight attendants, will begin paying cabin crews during boarding starting June 2 on all flights. Currently, pay for flight attendants starts when all the passengers are seated and the plane’s doors close.

Mike Tyson repeatedly punches man aboard plane, TMZ reports

Mike Tyson reportedly punched a man repeatedly aboard a plane, according to TMZ. The incident was captured on video.

Majority of Americans want masks for travelers: AP-NORC poll

The poll finds that despite opposition to the requirement that included verbal abuse and physical violence against flight attendants, 56% of Americans favor requiring people on planes, trains and public transportation to wear masks.

Mask rules at airports and on mass transit vary across NYC area

Call it "mask confusion" as a dizzying set of rule updates on mask mandates in the New York City region are leaving travelers unclear where and when they need to mask up.

Mask mandates: Here's where face coverings are still enforced in public settings

A decision by a federal judge in Florida to throw out a national mask mandate in public transportation across the U.S. has created a patchwork of rules that vary by location.

Lyft, Uber drop mask requirements for riders and drivers

Uber, which had mandated masks since May of 2020, said Tuesday that both riders and drivers will no longer be required to wear them.