These are the worst airlines for cancellations, delays
The U.S. Department of Transportation released its December 2022 Air Travel Consumer Report on Thursday, ranking airlines on cancellation rates, on-time arrivals
Biden admin urges Congress to ban family seating fees on airlines
Transportation Secretary Pete Buttigieg urged Congress to pass legislation that would bar airlines from charging families to sit together, also known as "junk fees."
United passengers tackle man who allegedly tried to open emergency exit door, stabbed flight attendant mid-air
A passenger onboard a United Airlines flight between LA and Boston allegedly tried to open a door mid-flight and attempted to stab a flight attendant.
Two United Airlines planes make contact at Boston’s Logan Airport, prompting FAA investigation
The FAA has launched an investigation Monday after two United Airlines planes made contact while waiting to take off from Boston Logan International Airport.
Biden, Buttigieg call on airlines to drop family seating fees
President Biden and Secretary of Transportation Pete Buttigieg are calling on major carriers to
United Airlines creates fund for sustainable aviation fuel
United Airlines has been one of the most aggressive airlines in acting on climate change. Aviation has struggled to decarbonize over the weight of batteries.
United Airlines changes family seating policy
United Airlines improved its family seating policy less than a year after federal officials urged all airlines to make it easier for families to sit together on planes at no extra cost.
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.
United flight that dove within 800 feet of sea one of recent flight close calls
Known for its strong safety record, the aviation industry has recently experienced an unusual number of incidents involving near misses and runway incursions.
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.
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 proposes $1.1M fine against United Airlines over pre-flight safety check
United Airlines is responding after the Federal Aviation Administration proposed fining the airline $1.1 million for allegedly not performing a pre-flight safety inspection.
Boeing will open new assembly line to build 737 Max planes
Boeing to crank out 737 Max airplanes to fill backlog of orders from United, Delta, and Southwest caused by the jet being grounded for nearly two years after two deadly crashes.
Airline earnings coming in strong, despite rising fares and economic slowdown
Following Delta Air Lines and United Airlines’ earnings reports last week exceeding expectations, JetBlue, Southwest Airlines, and American Airlines will report on Thursday Jan. 26.
Airline CEO preparing travelers for more disruptions
United CEO Scott Kirby sounded the alarm that more travelers will see delays and cancelations if carriers don't update operations.
New pilot contracts to drive up costs at US airlines
The Delta Air Lines pilot raises have been lauded by other pilot unions. If other airlines like American, United and Southwest follow suit, airline costs will increase.
FAA system outage: What airlines are doing for passengers
Major U.S. carriers including United, Delta and Southwest Airlines, have promised to help passengers rebook for free if they were impacted by the FAA's system-wide outage.
FAA lifts airline ground stop as flight delays, cancellations pile up across the country
The FAA's NOTAM system failed early Wednesday morning, resulting in thousands of delayed or canceled flights, according to the FAA's website.
Southwest cancels 43 flights Friday, after CEO pledges full schedule, 'great operation'
Southwest Airlines has canceled 41 flights Friday as its CEO says he is "very confident" about its operation following days of mass cancelations.
Southwest stock sinks as airline delays, cancellations continue
Southwest Airlines scrapped over 12,000 flights over the busy Christmas travel weekend and says it will operate on a reduced schedule for the next several days.