FAA holds runway safety meetings at major airports nationwide after multiple close calls
The Federal Aviation Administration plans to meet with airport officials at 90 major airports through September as part of its ongoing effort to prevent close calls.
San Diego airport close call between private jet, Southwest plane prompts federal investigation
Officials are investigating an incident at San Diego's airport where a private jet was told to abort a landing to avoid a Southwest airplane using the same runway.
Florida-bound American Airlines plane drops 15,000 feet in 3 minutes: 'It was terrifying'
An American Airlines flight headed to Florida reportedly dropped over 15,000 feet in a matter of three minutes, according to flight records.
Airlines seek to extend cuts to flights in New York-area airports amid staffing shortage
Major U.S. airlines requested that the FAA extend cuts to flights at New York-area airports and Washington National through late October due to air traffic staffing shortages.
Stuck on an airport layover? Travel pros reveal the best ways to spend that extra time
A surprise airport layover doesn't have to be a terrible thing. Travel pros share smart ways to make the best of layovers — and how to spend time wisely without breaking the bank.
FAA investigating after close call between Allegiant Air flight, private jet in Florida
The Federal Aviation Administration is investigating after Allegiant Air Flight 485 and a Gulfstream business jet were involved in a close call on July 23.
Passengers aboard Las Vegas flight pass out while awaiting takeoff in triple-digit temperatures
Passengers aboard an Atlanta-bound flight at Harry Reid International Airport in Las Vegas fell ill as they awaited takeoff in triple-digit temperatures.
Tornado disrupts hundreds of flights at Chicago's O'Hare and Midway airports
A tornado touched down at Chicago's O'Hare International Airport on Wednesday, leading to hundreds of flights being canceled or delayed until the severe weather passed.
Duckworth rips Sinema proposal for lowering airline pilot qualifications: 'Blood on your hands'
Sen. Tammy Duckworth condemned an amendment by Sen. Kyrsten Sinema, saying it will weaken requirements and produce less experienced airline pilots.
FAA delays flights for 5 major US airports so far, as Canada wildfire smoke impacts visibility
The FAA announced flight delays at New York, New Jersey, Philadelphia, Washington, D.C., and Charlotte, North Carolina, airports Thursday amid Canada's wildfires.
Korean man who opened plane door mid-flight 'wanted to get off quickly': report
The South Korean man who opened the emergency exit door of his plane mid-flight Friday told authorities he did it because was feeling claustrophobic.
Terrifying video shows South Korea plane door open during flight; man in custody
A passenger on Asiana Airlines Airbus A321 in South Korea opened the emergency exit doors, initiating a blast of powerful winds that affected others.
Summer travelers look for new ways to save money as prices rise across the US
Travelers are looking for new ways to save money as prices rise across the country. Some people are settling for fewer trips, while others are driving to save money on airfare.
Airlines ranked from best to worst in 2023 by The Points Guy: Where does your loyalty lie?
The Points Guy released a report of the best airlines in 2023 based on reliability, experience, costs and loyalty — see if your favorite made this year's list.
John Wayne Airport elicits most anger from flyers, report says
Forbes recently compared the anger various American airports evoke from people using them for air travel and found John Wayne Airport in California irritates travelers the most.
TSA testing facial recognition technology at 16 airports across US to enhance airport security, travel
The TSA is testing new facial recognition technology at 16 airports all over the U.S. to bolster security and make procedures run more smoothly.
Atlanta has the busiest airport in the world
Five of the 10 busiest airports in the world are located in the United States, according to the Airports Council International (ACI) World.
United Airlines flight returns to Houston for emergency landing following 'mechanical issue'
A United Airlines plane that suffered a “mechanical issue" shortly after taking off from Bush Intercontinental Airport in Houston on Tuesday night made an emergency landing.
TSA declares peanut butter a liquid, social media reacts
The debate is over if the TSA considers peanut butter a liquid after the agency took to social media to share that peanut butter is a liquid, not a solid.
Pilot from another airline helps Southwest plane land safely after captain needs 'medical attention'
An off-duty pilot from another airline helped Southwest Airlines Flight 6013 make a safe landing in Las Vegas after one of its pilots needed "medical attention" following takeoff.


















