Southwest Airlines’ system issues continue for 2nd day
Southwest Airlines’ computer issues continued into Tuesday afternoon, a day after a computer glitch stranded passengers at airport terminals around the country.
Airlines' latest troubles: Unruly passengers drinking, smoking, refusing to wear masks
The passengers are facing proposed civil fines ranging from $7,500 to $15,500 as part of the FAA’s zero-tolerance policy for unruly and dangerous behavior by passengers, which was enacted in January after the agency saw an increase in "disturbing incidents."
Archer Aviation unveils electric air taxi for launch in 2024
Archer Aviation on Thursday unveiled its first-ever electric air taxi and demonstrated how the aircraft will operate with a virtual reality flight.
Airline CEOs urge US, UK to reopen travel routes ahead of G7 Summit: 'Follow the science'
Business leaders in the commercial airline space want the U.S. and U.K. to reopen for transatlantic travel.
Boeing's new Air Force One jets could arrive late, cost more
Boeing Co. has estimated the new Air Force One jets it is building may arrive a year late and cost taxpayers more than planned, a top Pentagon official said.
Planes grounded by COVID-19 largely avoid the junkyard — for now
Fewer planes will head to the junkyard, despite air travel being grounded during the coronavirus pandemic.
United Airlines to buy 15 Boom Supersonic Overture jets
United Airlines announced Thursday that it intends to buy at least 15 Overture jets from Colorado-based Boom Supersonic.
Memorial Day weekend travel surges as COVID-19 restrictions ease
On Sunday and Saturday, over 3.2 million people were screened at checkpoints across the nation, according to the Transportation Security Administration (TSA).
Tripadvisor CEO declares 'travel is back,' predicts busy summer season
Americans are looking to travel – and travel more – in the coming summer thanks to widespread vaccination.
US airlines refunded $12.8 billion to travelers in 2020: trade group
Eleven U.S. airlines issued $12.84 billion in cash refunds to customers in 2020 as the coronavirus pandemic upended the travel industry, the head of industry trade group Airlines for America (A4A) said in a letter to lawmakers on Friday.
FAA approves database to help weed out bad pilots
According to the FAA, the database will keep a record of a pilot's employment history, training, qualifications and drug and alcohol records. It will also include FAA summaries of unsatisfactory pilot applications for new certificates or ratings. Air carriers will be required to review the information when considering a pilot for employment.
Boeing to pay FAA penalties related to 737 jet production problems
Boeing Co. has agreed to pay $17 million in civil penalties for production lapses related to 737 aircraft models in a settlement with the Federal Aviation Administration, the agency said.
Boeing to pay at least $17M to settle enforcement cases on 737
Boeing Co. has agreed to pay $17 million in civil penalties for production lapses related to 737 aircraft models in a settlement with the Federal Aviation Administration.
Delta says domestic travel demand recovered, hits pre-pandemic levels
Delta Air Lines President Glen Hauenstein said bookings for domestic travel would in June have recovered completely.
Ronald Reagan Presidential Library officially reopens after COVID closure
The Ronald Reagan Presidential Library in Simi Valley, California, is the most visited in the country, and it finally reopened to visitors Wednesday.
United Airlines seat demand snapping back faster than expected
The recovery is accelerating at such a rate that the major U.S. carrier said yields on tickets purchased since the beginning of May for travel during the second quarter have "reached levels similar to 2019," according to a regulatory filing.
FAA proposes fines on 5 unruly passengers that cost up to $15K
The Federal Aviation Administration is cracking down on five unruly flight passengers with fines that can amount to thousands of dollars.
United offers vaccinated travelers big perks
The move from United is in support of President Biden's nationwide effort to encourage more people to get inoculated, according to a major U.S. carrier.
Emirates warns Boeing it will refuse 777x jets if they don’t meet commitments
In an interview broadcast on Monday, President Tim Clark said he had not received any performance details of the jet's engines so far even though test flights began in 2020.
JetBlue founder’s newest airline, Breeze Airways, is taking off
JetBlue founder David Neeleman’s newest venture, Breeze Airways, is ready for takeoff, the fifth airline startup of his career.



















