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.

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.

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.

Frontier Airlines offering $19 flights to new destinations out of Dallas

Frontier Airlines is adding 13 new destinations out of DFW Airport, including to Houston, Chicago, Nashville, and Los Angeles. Some flights are just $19 one way.