Hackers steal personal information from 8K pilot applicants for American, Southwest
Personal information for more than 8,000 pilot applicants at American Airlines and Southwest Airlines was stolen by hackers who gained access to a database in April.
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.
United Airlines pilots picket demanding wage increases as airlines threaten strike
United Airlines pilots are picketing at 10 major airports across the U.S. on Friday in support of union demands for better pay and conditions from the carrier.
Southwest pilots authorize a strike with decisive vote
Pilots for Southwest Airlines voted overwhelmingly to authorize a potential strike in attempt to apply pressure in contract negotiations, which focus on pay raises and schedule changes.
Southwest Airlines resumes operations after tech issues halt departures
Southwest Airlines is facing operational issues on Tuesday due to intermittent technology issues. The airline said on Twitter that it's working on the problem.
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.
Southwest Airlines plans further measures to prevent another winter operations meltdown
Southwest Airlines plans to boost staff levels and add to its fleet of de-icing trucks during the winter months as the company takes steps to prevent another holiday meltdown.
Southwest Airlines passengers detail 'horrifying' flight diverted in Carolinas, some vomited in 9-hour ordeal
Southwest Airlines passengers reportedly vomited and had panic attacks when their plane shook "like crazy" approaching Raleigh, and the flight was diverted to Myrtle Beach.
Southwest Airlines flight to Fort Lauderdale fills with smoke, returns to Cuba for emergency landing
Southwest Airlines passengers headed to Fort Lauderdale saw the cabin fill with smoke after birds took out one of the engines, forcing the plane to turn back to Cuba.
Southwest Airlines raises Wi-Fi fees for passengers with connecting flights
Southwest Airlines has announced a new pricing model for its onboard internet, with $8 WiFi being purchased from "Takeoff to Landing" beginning on Feb. 21.
Senator Cantwell demands more answers from Southwest Airlines on holiday cancelation chaos
Sen. Maria Cantwell sent a letter to Southwest Airlines on Thursday, seeking a "full accounting" of how the airline is refunding customers after mass holiday cancellations.
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.
FAA to form safety review team following close calls
The Federal Aviation Administration is forming a safety review team to look into the aviation system following a string of close calls, according to acting administrator Billy Nolen.
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.
Southwest Airlines exec offers up explanation for Christmas meltdown
Southwest Airlines COO Andrew Watterson will detail the factors that caused the carrier's operational meltdown in December when nearly 17,000 flights were canceled to the Senate Commerce Committee on Thursday.
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.
Southwest Airlines reducing minimum requirements for pilots: report
Southwest Airlines is reportedly cutting the number of hours pilot applicants must have spent flying jets or other turbine-powered aircraft to qualify for jobs.
Southwest Airlines exec to testify at Senate hearing following travel meltdown
Southwest Airlines Chief Operating Officer will testify in front of the U.S. Senate Commerce Committee next week to explain what the airline has done following the holiday meltdown
Winter weather: Over 1,900 flights canceled as storm slams South
Thousands of flights were disrupted again on Wednesday as a mix of winter weather, including freezing rain and sleet, continued to hammer several states in the South.
Lawmakers look to increase penalties for airline disruptions
Lawmakers have presented a "passenger bill of rights" aimed at raising penalties on airlines for delays and cancelations.