Southwest charging for bags, and other airline changes in recent months

Southwest has made major changes to its policies in recent months, including the most recent of charging for checked bags. Here’s a look.

Southwest Airlines ending its free checked bag policy for many passengers

Southwest Airlines will begin charging for checked bags on flights for many passengers, ending its unique offering in the industry. Here's what to know.

Speaker Scum: The battle against fliers who don't use headphones

Now, there’s a term for another airborne nuisance—passengers who blast their music and videos without headphones.

Turks and Caicos Islands travel advisory issued by State Department

The U.S. State Department recently issued a Level 2 travel advisory, warning travelers to exercise increased caution in the Turks and Caicos Islands due to crime. 

No threat found on Sun Country flight from MSP that diverted to El Paso: FBI

Federal investigators say there was no threat to the safety of the passengers on the flight that was diverted to El Paso after the security concern was determined to be a “hoax."

Delta honors woman behind its name during Women's History Month

As Delta Air Lines celebrates its 100th anniversary, the company is paying tribute during Women's History Month to Catherine Fitzgerald.

FedEx plane seen flying while on fire near Newark Airport

The video Saturday morning showed another aviation close call in recent weeks, worrying some about the safety of flying.

Delta flight bound for Atlanta from Charlotte forced to return to airport

A Delta flight bound for Atlanta returned to Charlotte shortly after takeoff Wednesday due to a mechanical issue; all passengers and crew were safe.

American Airlines jet aborts landing at DCA to avoid runway collision

An American Airlines jet aborted a landing at Reagan National Airport in Washington, D.C., to avoid a collision with another plane on Tuesday morning, aviation officials said.

Florida woman anoints JetBlue planes with oil after recent flight incidents

A Florida woman took it upon herself to bless two planes she recently traveled on, and the decision is getting mixed reviews from viewers of her viral video.