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.
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.
California woman served 14 drinks on Carnival cruise wins lawsuit after fall
A federal jury in Florida has found the cruise line company Carnival liable for injuries sustained by a woman who fell while heavily intoxicated aboard one of its cruises. The woman also alleged that a crewmember’s false statement prevented her from investigating whether she had been sexually assaulted.
A federal jury in Florida has found the cruise line company Carnival liable for injuries sustained by a woman who fell while heavily intoxicated aboard one of its cruises. The woman also alleged that a crewmember’s false statement prevented her from investigating whether she had been sexually assaulted.
Hartsfield-Jackson still world’s busiest airport for passengers
Hartsfield-Jackson handled more than 106 million passengers in 2025.
Hartsfield-Jackson handled more than 106 million passengers in 2025.
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.
Atlanta’s airport may swap TSA for private screeners
TSA workers called in sick in record numbers after going unpaid for six weeks during the shutdown.
TSA workers called in sick in record numbers after going unpaid for six weeks during the shutdown.
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.
Cruise line abruptly adds extra charges for passengers; travelers worry others may follow
Since the start of the Iran conflict, oil prices have skyrocketed, and many cruise passengers are worrying they'll be slapped with extra surcharges related to fuel issues in the coming months as a result.
Since the start of the Iran conflict, oil prices have skyrocketed, and many cruise passengers are worrying they'll be slapped with extra surcharges related to fuel issues in the coming months as a result.
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.
Minimal wait times reported at Atlanta airport on Friday afternoon
Security lines at Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport are moving quickly again, a major turnaround from the long delays travelers faced just days ago.
Security lines at Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport are moving quickly again, a major turnaround from the long delays travelers faced just days ago.
Americans warned of potential attacks at vacation destination as border crossing exit fee doubles
The U.S. Embassy Cairo has issued a security alert for Americans in Egypt following regional developments related to military operations in Iran.
The U.S. Embassy Cairo has issued a security alert for Americans in Egypt following regional developments related to military operations in Iran.