FAA opens military airspace to accommodate holiday travel rush
The Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) has opened military airspace across the East Coast and Gulf of Mexico to ease pressure on commercial airline routes for the festive period, and so far delays have been kept to a minimum despite heavy downpours from a storm slamming the West Coast.
Southwest Airlines pilots to earn 50% pay raise as part of new contract agreement
It's been three years since the end of their last contract, and their new deal is similar to other major airlines.
TSA testing self-screening to speed up airport wait times: How it works
The goal of TSA self-screening is not only reducing wait times for passengers, but also “reducing the number of pat downs and bag inspections" by TSA agents.
Wait for US passports is finally back to pre-pandemic processing times
Earlier this year, a surge in overseas travel caused processing times between 10 to 13 weeks.
Southwest Airlines reaches $140 million settlement for December 2022 flight-canceling meltdown
Southwest Airlines is paying a $35 million fine as part of a $140 million settlement with the government over a meltdown last holiday season.
Planes narrowly avoid collision on runway in Colorado after pilot's last-second maneuver: video
A quickly thinking airplane captain narrowly avoided a head-on crash at an airport in Colorado last year after unclear communication between two aircraft and the traffic control center.
14 airport workers accused of stealing from checked luggage, Spanish police say
Another 20 airport employees are under investigation in the same case.
Southwest Airlines celebrated for policy to give a full row to 'passengers of size' for free
A plus-sized travel expert and TikToker says, 'I hope to see more airlines implement customer-of-size policies.'
Wonka-inspired hotel stay is up for grabs, see how you can book a room full of chocolate and candy
There are "little surprises around every corner," the iconic Willy Wonka once said.
Venice to test entry fee, cap on visitors to famous canals
Venice, a UNESCO World Heritage site, narrowly escaped being placed on a danger list because of the threat of overtourism on its delicate ecosystem.
Virgin Atlantic achieves 1st trans-Atlantic flight on sustainable 'jet-zero' fuel
The first commercial airliner to cross the Atlantic on a purely high-fat, low-emissions fuel flew Tuesday from London to New York in a step toward achieving what supporters called “jet zero."
US mediators reject attempt by flight attendants to clear the path for a strike at American Airlines
Federal mediators have rejected a union's request that could have cleared the way for a year-end strike by flight attendants at American Airlines.
Man captured after New Orleans tarmac hatch escape, dramatic runway struggle caught on video
Airport workers tackled a man who authorities say popped open an emergency escape hatch on a Southwest Airlines flight Sunday.
Travelers in and out of Dallas report no major issues on one of the busiest travel days of the year
Airports expected record-breaking numbers of passengers this week, with Sunday likely to be the busiest.
Woman on meth tries to open emergency exit door on plane after showing signs of anxiety
Korean Air flight crew were able to restrain the woman on the flight from New York to South Korea.
Three-year, around the world 'Life at Sea' cruise canceled at the last minute
Life at Sea promised visits to 375 ports across 135 countries for $30,000 a year.
Travel Tuesday deals: How to score big savings on flights, hotels and more
Booking now for 2024 trips is a 'really good way to go,' says one expert.
Post-Thanksgiving travel timeline: Where weather across the US could impact flights, roads through the weekend
If you’re hitting the road or catching a flight this weekend, you’re not alone. AAA expected the third-busiest Thanksgiving holiday since recordkeeping started in 2000.
Rainbow Bridge car explosion leaves 2 dead, officials say no sign of terrorism
Authorities say there is no indication of a terrorist attack in the vehicle crash and explosion that left two people dead at a checkpoint on the American side of a U.S.-Canada bridge.
North Texans hit the roads ahead of Thanksgiving
Wednesday was not just a busy day for flight travel, but for those on the roads as well.