Airbnb puts worries to bed for now
Airbnb is forecasting that daily rates will ‘face increasing downward pressure’ this year. Airbnb is not kept up at night by high inflation and potential recession.
Cruz grills FAA leader, plays video animation of Austin airport close call: 'How can this happen?'
Texas Sen. Ted Cruz pushed acting Federal Aviation Administrator Billy Nolen on a near-miss collision between two planes at an airport in Austin, Texas, this month.
United Airlines passenger says people were 'praying' on flight that plunged to within 800 feet of Pacific
A passenger onboard the United Airlines flight that came close to the Pacific Ocean late last year shortly after takeoff is speaking out.
Orlando named world's most expensive destination for family vacation: report
Orlando, Florida, is the world's most expensive destination for a family of four seeking a seven-day vacation, according to research done by an Australian travel insurance comparison site.
FAA declares 'safest period in aviation history' after US shoots down objects, close calls at airports
The FAA's acting administrator is telling the agency's management board that “We are experiencing the safest period in aviation history."
Airbus plans to boost production of biggest jets amid rebounding demand
Airbus is ramping up production of it's larger aircraft, the A350 and A330neo in an effort to stay abreast of demand as international travel picks back up.
United Airlines flight plunged to within 800 feet of Pacific Ocean after takeoff, data shows
A United Airlines flight from Hawaii to California in December 2022 came within 800 feet of making contact with the Pacific Ocean, according to flight data.
Manchester-Boston airport complete bomb threat sweep, passengers allowed to reenter secure area
A security threat against a Spirit Airlines flight was investigated at Manchester-Boston Regional Airport. The flight eventually left for Tampa.
Airline group warns FAA over 5G retrofitting plan, says rules could cost industry $637M
The world's largest airline trade group warned the FAA this week its proposed requirement for upgrading planes for 5G will cost some $637 million, and many carriers won't be ready.
Southwest exec grilled on Christmas debacle, as pilots union says airline 'failed to listen'
Southwest Airlines COO Andrew Watterson faced lawmakers at a hearing Thursday, where Southwest Airlines Pilots Association President Cpt. Casey Murray testified that company leadership "failed to listen" to frontline employees ahead of last December's operational meltdown.
Pilot shortage puts pressure on airline operations
The pilot shortage is most severe at small, regional airlines, but it could spread to the major carriers. The U.S. has the strictest standards to qualify as a pilot.
American-born startup Pyka launches the world's largest autonomous electric cargo plane
Pyka CEO Michael Norcia discusses the use case for autonomous planes and explains how his Pelican aircraft can do things pilot-driven planes cannot.
Pennsylvania airport officials discover stowaway frog in luggage
Transportation and Security Administration officials recently found a live frog while checking bags at the Harrisburg International Airport in Pennsylvania.
At least 4 injured after battery catches fire on United flight from San Diego
A United Airlines flight from San Diego had to return shortly after takeoff after a battery device caught fire in the cabin. Four patients were transported to the hospital.
FAA faces scrutiny from lawmakers after recent near misses: 'Alarm bells should be going off'
The Federal Aviation Administration is facing scrutiny from Congress after several recent incidents in which accidents were narrowly avoided and an outage delayed flights,.
Spirit Airlines says expects DOJ decision on JetBlue merger in around 30 days
JetBlue's bid to acquire Spirit Airlines has been put on pause while the DOJ considers blocking the merger on antitrust grounds, resolution expected in 30 days.
New York rent regulation is upheld by appeals court
The case was filed by a consortium of local landlord groups and individual landlords led by the Community Housing Improvement Program and the Rent Stabilization Association.
Las Vegas airport expected to reach capacity in 2030 with 63 million passengers
The Harry Reid International Airport in Las Vegas, Nevada, is on track to reach capacity at 63 million passengers in seven years. Officials may build a new reliever airport.
Officials investigating Austin airport after planes nearly collide on runway
A Southwest Airlines plane nearly collided with a FedEx cargo plane at the airport in Austin, Texas on Saturday. The FAA and NTSB have opened investigations into the incident.
Spring break 2023 hotspots will put a big dent in your wallet: Tips for traveling on a budget
Travel mid-week, take advantage of hotel amenities and sign up for loyalty rewards to avoid spending big bucks this spring break, according to travel strategist Jeanenne Tornatore.



















