Summer travel forecast: Jet fuel crisis could mean more than just higher fares
Experts say summer travelers should prepare not just for higher prices, but also for fewer flights, “more schedule volatility and fewer low-fare options" if the Iran war continues.
Experts say summer travelers should prepare not just for higher prices, but also for fewer flights, “more schedule volatility and fewer low-fare options" if the Iran war continues.
American Airlines says no thanks to United merger
The idea of a merger between American Airlines and United Airlines appears to be going nowhere.
The idea of a merger between American Airlines and United Airlines appears to be going nowhere.
Spirit’s bankruptcy uncertain as jet fuel prices soar
Spirit Airlines is grappling with an increasingly difficult road out of bankruptcy as it faces hurdles dealing with rising jet fuel prices affecting the airline industry.
Spirit Airlines is grappling with an increasingly difficult road out of bankruptcy as it faces hurdles dealing with rising jet fuel prices affecting the airline industry.
Airline unveils bunk beds for economy passengers on long flights
One airline is rethinking long-haul comfort with new sleep pods for economy travelers. Here's what to know.
One airline is rethinking long-haul comfort with new sleep pods for economy travelers. Here's what to know.
Popular airline rolls out free bag perk for certain travelers, but there's a catch
One of America's biggest airlines is adding a new perk. Here's what to know.
One of America's biggest airlines is adding a new perk. Here's what to know.
More US airlines raise baggage fees: See the list
America’s biggest airlines have all increased baggage fees amid soaring jet fuel prices.
America’s biggest airlines have all increased baggage fees amid soaring jet fuel prices.
Mount Everest guides accused of poisoning climbers to force fake rescues
Nearly three dozen people are facing criminal charges for their roles in a sprawling $20 million insurance scam that targeted climbers on Mt. Everest.
Nearly three dozen people are facing criminal charges for their roles in a sprawling $20 million insurance scam that targeted climbers on Mt. Everest.
Summer airfare is much higher than last year; here’s how much prices are increasing
Flying soon? Summer travel is getting pricier fast, according to new data. Here's how much prices are rising.
Flying soon? Summer travel is getting pricier fast, according to new data. Here's how much prices are rising.
DHS says US may stop processing international travelers at major airports in 'sanctuary cities'
Homeland Security Secretary Markwayne Mullin told reporters that the agency could halt customs operations at airports that aren’t complying with the Trump administration’s immigration enforcement.
Homeland Security Secretary Markwayne Mullin told reporters that the agency could halt customs operations at airports that aren’t complying with the Trump administration’s immigration enforcement.
Trump administration proposes cutting 9,400 TSA workers, $1.5 billion from budget
The White House proposal to slash jobs and funding at the Transportation Security Administration comes as the agency grapples with understaffing and long lines at several airports nationwide.
The White House proposal to slash jobs and funding at the Transportation Security Administration comes as the agency grapples with understaffing and long lines at several airports nationwide.
Delta Air Lines increasing checked bag fees due to fuel costs
Atlanta-based Delta Air Lines is increasing checked bag fees as airlines face mounting financial pressure tied to rising fuel prices.
Atlanta-based Delta Air Lines is increasing checked bag fees as airlines face mounting financial pressure tied to rising fuel prices.
Trump suggests more airports privatize security in TSA budget cut proposal
The White House wants more airports to privatize TSA security in 2027, saying the money it’d save would help reform the troubled agency. Here’s what to know about the budget proposal and TSA privatization.
The White House wants more airports to privatize TSA security in 2027, saying the money it’d save would help reform the troubled agency. Here’s what to know about the budget proposal and TSA privatization.
These airlines are raising baggage fees amid rising fuel costs
Travelers are watching America’s biggest airlines to see which one will be the next to announce higher fees as jet fuel prices continue to soar.
Travelers are watching America’s biggest airlines to see which one will be the next to announce higher fees as jet fuel prices continue to soar.
New study reveals in-flight risks and dangers for millions of older travelers on planes
Older travelers who may be limited in their dexterity should be spread out across a flight's seating — not just for their own safety, but for the safety of everyone on board, scientists say.
Older travelers who may be limited in their dexterity should be spread out across a flight's seating — not just for their own safety, but for the safety of everyone on board, scientists say.
American Airlines customers say flights turned into bus trips without warning
Some American Airlines customers have arrived at smaller airports and gone through security only to find they were boarding a bus instead of a plane.
Some American Airlines customers have arrived at smaller airports and gone through security only to find they were boarding a bus instead of a plane.
Three women removed from Frontier flight, arrested over refusal to pay extra bag fee
Three women are facing criminal charges after authorities said they refused to pay an extra carry-on bag fee.
Three women are facing criminal charges after authorities said they refused to pay an extra carry-on bag fee.
Amazon and Delta partner to launch faster in-flight Wi-Fi
Amazon and Delta Air Lines are partnering to significantly upgrade the in-flight Wi-Fi experience for customers.
Amazon and Delta Air Lines are partnering to significantly upgrade the in-flight Wi-Fi experience for customers.
JetBlue hikes baggage fees as Iran conflict drives up jet fuel costs
JetBlue has announced an increase in baggage fees, citing rising operating costs linked to higher fuel prices.
JetBlue has announced an increase in baggage fees, citing rising operating costs linked to higher fuel prices.
TSA lines improve at Houston's Bush Airport as paychecks are restored
After more than a month without pay, Transportation Security Administration officers are finally getting compensated. At George Bush Intercontinental Airport in Houston, conditions have changed dramatically in just a matter of days.
After more than a month without pay, Transportation Security Administration officers are finally getting compensated. At George Bush Intercontinental Airport in Houston, conditions have changed dramatically in just a matter of days.
Houston-bound flight from Knoxville diverted after engine issue
A flight from Tennessee to Houston was diverted to Mississippi on Monday after experiencing an engine issue, officials confirm.
A flight from Tennessee to Houston was diverted to Mississippi on Monday after experiencing an engine issue, officials confirm.