American Airlines orders 260 new planes, including Boeing Max jets
American Airlines purchased 260 planes – including a significant number of Boeing's largest 737 Max airplane – in an effort to boost its domestic and short-haul international network and expand its first-class seating.
JetBlue, Spirit agree to terminate merger over regulatory issues
Low-cost carriers JetBlue and Spirit agreed to terminate their $3.8 billion merger agreement after facing significant regulatory and legal hurdles.
MH370: Malaysia may renew hunt for missing aircraft, passengers 10 years later
The Malaysian government is considering reopening the search for Malaysia Airlines flight MH370, which disappeared ten years ago with 239 people on board.
TSA PreCheck will try using your face as your ID at these airports
At some airports nationwide, TSA PreCheck members may no longer be required to show their ID or boarding pass.
United Airlines hikes checked bag fees, following lead of American Airlines, JetBlue
United Airlines announced Friday it is raising baggage fees, following a similar move earlier this week by American Airlines and JetBlue.
Airlines earned $33B from bag fees last year, report finds
A new report finds that fees for checked bags first started as an economic necessity for airlines seeking relief from high fuel prices during the oil shock of 2007-2008.
Delta flight to view total solar eclipse sells out
People rushed to scoop up tickets for a Delta Air Lines flight designed for watching the upcoming total solar eclipse.
Washington flights exceed 800 mph due to near-record winds over DC
Multiple flights from the DC area got a roaring start to London over the weekend with help from near-record jet stream winds over the Mid-Atlantic.
Woman walked though unmanned checkpoint, took American Airlines flight without ticket: report
A woman was reportedly able to travel on a domestic flight from Tennessee to California without a boarding pass.
Why don't flight attendants earn their hourly pay during boarding?
Flight attendants are protesting at airports on Tuesday as they push for better pay and contracts with airlines.
Grandmother soars toward dream of pilot license: 'I like being able to go where I want'
Dorsay Einung, a soon-to-be 63-year-old grandmother from Nebraska, is defying age and gender barriers by pursuing her dream of obtaining a pilot's license.
NTSB: Alaska Airlines jet was missing four bolts that secured door plug at time of blowout
A panel called a door plug blew off an Alaska Airlines 737 Max 9 as it flew 3 miles above Oregon on Jan. 5. The blowout left a hole in the side of the plane, but pilots were able to return to Portland and land safely.
Jamaica and Bahamas travel advisories: What to know
Travel warnings for Jamaica and the Bahamas each cite violent crime and sexual assaults as a potential threat to tourists.
Laser strikes against aircraft have surged to a new record, FAA says
Laser strikes aimed at aircraft including airline planes surged 41% last year to a record high, according to federal officials.
Keller father, son on cruise ship witness dramatic rescue of two men stranded at sea
The Keller father and son are currently on board the Carnival Jubilee, enjoying a seven-day cruise. The ship was about 15 miles off the coast of Mexico when the crew spotted two men struggling in a kayak.
America's most bed bug infested cities may surprise you
Travelers beware: Orkin just released the 2024 list of the top 50 most bed bug infested cities in the U.S.
6 sent to hospital after American Airlines flight makes hard landing on Maui
Six people are recovering after their flight from Los Angeles made a a hard landing on Maui.
Boeing 737 Max 9 flights cleared for takeoff after grounding due to panel blowing off
Boeing 737 Max 9 jets were cleared for takeoff again Friday, less than three weeks after a door plug suddenly blew off an Alaska Airlines flight in mid-air.
Southwest, American Airlines announce earnings reports that were better than expected
The two big airlines based in North Texas both reported fourth quarter earnings, and both were better than analysts had expected.
FAA approves inspection process that could clear the way for grounded Boeing planes to fly again
Federal officials are clearing the ways for grounded Boeing planes to resume flying. Meanwhile, Congress is getting involved in examining safety at Boeing after a panel blew off a Boeing 737 Max 9 jetliner in midflight this month.