Soaring jet fuel prices threaten to drive up summer travel costs
Americans who will be traveling this summer could see the cost of their summer vacations jump due to the spike in jet fuel prices.
Americans who will be traveling this summer could see the cost of their summer vacations jump due to the spike in jet fuel prices.
Air Canada suspending flights to JFK over rising jet fuel costs
Air Canada plans to suspend service to New York’s JFK International airport starting June 1 amid an airline industry struggling with high fuel costs and dwindling supplies.
Air Canada plans to suspend service to New York’s JFK International airport starting June 1 amid an airline industry struggling with high fuel costs and dwindling supplies.
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.
United Airlines CEO pitched American Airlines merger in talks with Trump
United Airlines CEO floated the idea of a possible merger with American Airlines, making it potentially one of the largest unions of airlines in years.
United Airlines CEO floated the idea of a possible merger with American Airlines, making it potentially one of the largest unions of airlines in years.
Travel warning expanded for Nigeria, embassy staff allowed to leave
The United States has expanded a travel warning for Nigeria. The embassy in Abuja, the African nation’s capital, is also allowing non-emergency government employees and their families to leave.
The United States has expanded a travel warning for Nigeria. The embassy in Abuja, the African nation’s capital, is also allowing non-emergency government employees and their families to leave.
Woman faked bomb threat involving ex-boyfriend after breakup: police
A woman in New Mexico is facing charges after falsely reporting her ex-boyfriend was bringing a bomb on a plane after his long-distance visit, police said, adding that the two had just broken up the night before.
A woman in New Mexico is facing charges after falsely reporting her ex-boyfriend was bringing a bomb on a plane after his long-distance visit, police said, adding that the two had just broken up the night before.
Global air chief warns it could take months to replenish jet fuel supply
Worldwide aviation executives said that it could still take months to recover the jet fuel supply even if Iran reopened the Strait of Hormuz.
Worldwide aviation executives said that it could still take months to recover the jet fuel supply even if Iran reopened the Strait of Hormuz.
ICE arrested over 800 people after tips from TSA, data shows
Immigration and Customs Enforcement data reveals that the Transportation Security Administration furnished information on thousands of travelers for possible immigration enforcement.
Immigration and Customs Enforcement data reveals that the Transportation Security Administration furnished information on thousands of travelers for possible immigration enforcement.
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.
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.
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.
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.
National gas prices hit $4 for first time since 2022
We are keeping a close watch on oil prices as they continue to climb, showing an increase of over 40% since the Iran conflict began. The rise is ratting the global energy market and raising concerns that drivers in the United States could see further increases at the pump. LiveNOW’s J Russell is speaking with oil analyst, Andrew Lipow, as prices remain sharply higher than pre-conflict levels.
We are keeping a close watch on oil prices as they continue to climb, showing an increase of over 40% since the Iran conflict began. The rise is ratting the global energy market and raising concerns that drivers in the United States could see further increases at the pump. LiveNOW’s J Russell is speaking with oil analyst, Andrew Lipow, as prices remain sharply higher than pre-conflict levels.
President Trump orders DHS to pay TSA workers during shutdown
Transportation Security Administration (TSA) workers will soon be getting paid.
Transportation Security Administration (TSA) workers will soon be getting paid.
Trump will sign order to quickly pay TSA agents
We are now learning that President Donald Trump will sign an emergency order advising Homeland Security to immediately pay Transportation Security Administration (TSA) agents. This comes as Congress continues to battle over a deal to end a budget impasse that has clogged airports and left employees working without pay. LiveNOW’s Andy Mac has the latest after Trump announced that it “is not an easy thing to do, but I am going to do it!"
We are now learning that President Donald Trump will sign an emergency order advising Homeland Security to immediately pay Transportation Security Administration (TSA) agents. This comes as Congress continues to battle over a deal to end a budget impasse that has clogged airports and left employees working without pay. LiveNOW’s Andy Mac has the latest after Trump announced that it “is not an easy thing to do, but I am going to do it!"
NTSB continues to investigate LaGuardia crash
We are learning more after two pilots were killed during a ground collision at LaGuardia Airport late Sunday. Both were operating an Air Canada Express CRJ-900 regional jet that was attempting to land. According to federal investigators, control of the aircraft was transferred from the first officer to the captain just seconds before the incident. LiveNOW’s Shawna Khalafi is speaking with pilot and CEO of Aero Consulting Experts, Captain Ross “Rusty” Aimer, after a news conference from National Transportation Safety Board Chair Jennifer Homendy.
We are learning more after two pilots were killed during a ground collision at LaGuardia Airport late Sunday. Both were operating an Air Canada Express CRJ-900 regional jet that was attempting to land. According to federal investigators, control of the aircraft was transferred from the first officer to the captain just seconds before the incident. LiveNOW’s Shawna Khalafi is speaking with pilot and CEO of Aero Consulting Experts, Captain Ross “Rusty” Aimer, after a news conference from National Transportation Safety Board Chair Jennifer Homendy.
This airline will soon let economy flyers turn a row into a couch
A major U.S. carrier has unveiled a new “Relax Row” that lets long-haul economy passengers convert three seats into a couch-like space with added comfort amenities.
A major U.S. carrier has unveiled a new “Relax Row” that lets long-haul economy passengers convert three seats into a couch-like space with added comfort amenities.
United warns of rising airfares amid fuel surge: What you can do
United Airlines is warning that rising jet fuel prices — driven by Middle East tensions disrupting global oil supplies — are likely to push airfares higher and could dampen travel demand.
United Airlines is warning that rising jet fuel prices — driven by Middle East tensions disrupting global oil supplies — are likely to push airfares higher and could dampen travel demand.