Travelers rank 2022’s best and worst airports in North America
It’s been a rough year for airport travelers, but some airports fared far better than others in customer satisfaction.
Tentative railway labor agreement reached, averting strike, Biden says
President Joe Biden that a tentative railway labor agreement has been reached Thursday morning, averting a potentially devastating strike that could have halted shipments of food and fuel.
United Airlines invests $15 million in flying taxis: 'Going to change the way we live'
In a few years, you may be able to hail a ride to the airport in an electric-powered air taxi.
United Airlines threatens to end service at major U.S. airport
United says if the FAA doesn't grant the airline additional flights, it will end service at the busiest New York-area airport in October.
US airlines delay hundreds of Labor Day flights
Labor Day weekend air travel was forecast to reach pre-pandemic levels.
Some airlines planning to accommodate passengers on delayed or cancelled flights ahead of holiday weekend
Most major airlines are preparing to supply their passengers with extra perks for delays or cancellations ahead of the long, holiday weekend.
Traveling this Labor Day weekend? Flying or driving, here’s what to expect
Summer is coming to a close, meaning millions of Americans will hit the roads and take to the sky for Labor Day weekend.
Was your flight delayed or canceled? New online dashboard displays what U.S. airlines owe you
After a chaotic summer travel season, federal transportation officials are cracking down, forcing airlines to be more transparent when it comes to what they owe passengers if they cancel or delay a flight.
Pilots protesting at Atlanta airport during busy Labor Day weekend
Pilots working for Atlanta-based Delta Air Lines, exhausted by long hours and a demanding schedules, plan to resume their protest during another busy travel week.
Pilot threatens to end flight after someone sent nudes via AirDrop: 'Quit sending naked pictures'
“If this continues while we’re on the ground, I’m going to have to pull back to the gate, everybody’s going to have to get off,” the pilot could be heard telling passengers in a viral TikTok video.
Atlanta airport prepares for busy Labor Day travel weekend
Atlanta's airport is expect more than 1.6 million passengers over Labor Day weekend with Friday as its busiest day. Travelers should expect delays and get to the airport at least 2 hours before your departure time.
Air travel complaints up nearly 270% above pre-pandemic levels
With travel demand higher since COVID, air travel service complaints jumped nearly 270% from pre-pandemic levels in June 2019, according to a new DOT report.
VIDEO: Engine fire forces LA-bound plane to divert back to Mexico
The engine of an LA-bound plane shot sparks mid-flight this week, forcing the plane to divert back to its origin airport in Guadalajara.
Fleet of hydrogen passenger trains debuts in Germany
A fleet of hydrogen-powered passenger trains is replacing diesel trains that previously operated on nonelectrified tracks in Germany. The trains use hydrogen fuel cells to generate electricity, saving about 420,000 gallons of diesel fuel a year.
Alaska Airlines flight to San Diego returns to SEA after 'unusual vibration' from side of plane
An Alaska Airlines flight headed for San Diego returned to Seattle-Tacoma International Airport shortly after takeoff because of an "unusual vibration" coming from the left side of the plane.
Pete Buttigieg warns airlines to help fliers trapped by cancellations, delays or face new rules
Transportation Secretary Pete Buttigieg is telling airlines to do a better job of helping stranded travelers or they will face new regulations.
All-Black, female crew operates American Airlines flight out of DFW
The American Airlines flight was meant to celebrate the 100th anniversary of the first Black woman to earn a pilot's license, Bessie Coleman.
Airbnb testing 'anti-party' algorithm to enforce ban on big parties
More than 6,600 Airbnb guests were suspended last year for violating the company's ban on parties.
Human umbilical cords found in luggage at New Orleans airport
U.S. Customs and Border Protection said human umbilical cords have been found in passenger luggage flying through New Orleans’ international airport via the same flight this summer.
Southwest Airlines offers fall and winter fares for special sale price
Following a tough summer, travel experts say things will get easier as airlines staff up to reduce delays and cancellations.