Seattle-bound Alaska Airlines flight declares emergency, returns to Rome
Passengers on a flight between Seattle and Rome faced a roller-coaster of travel plans over the weekend as a mechanical issue caused an emergency declaration to return back to the Italian capital.
Passengers on a flight between Seattle and Rome faced a roller-coaster of travel plans over the weekend as a mechanical issue caused an emergency declaration to return back to the Italian capital.
Airlines, Boeing push Congress for $20B to modernize air traffic control
The U.S. aviation industry is urging Congress to approve an additional $20 billion to modernize the nation's aging air traffic control system.
The U.S. aviation industry is urging Congress to approve an additional $20 billion to modernize the nation's aging air traffic control system.
Delta says airline fares likely to remain elevated even if fuel prices fall
Delta Air Lines says travelers should not expect airline ticket prices to fall significantly even if fuel costs decline, as carriers continue to face higher expenses across their operations.
Delta Air Lines says travelers should not expect airline ticket prices to fall significantly even if fuel costs decline, as carriers continue to face higher expenses across their operations.
Freedom Fuel gas station locations open as Trump pushes for lower energy costs
The first Freedom Fuel gas station has opened in Philadelphia as part of a White House‑backed effort to offer drivers discounted gasoline.
The first Freedom Fuel gas station has opened in Philadelphia as part of a White House‑backed effort to offer drivers discounted gasoline.
FAA probes near-miss between Delta, American Airlines flights in Boston
The Federal Aviation Administration is investigating a near-collision between two commercial aircraft at Boston Logan International Airport on Saturday.
The Federal Aviation Administration is investigating a near-collision between two commercial aircraft at Boston Logan International Airport on Saturday.
Semitrailer carrying 11,000 pounds of Kit Kat bars overturns on Mississippi interstate: Reports
A semitrailer reportedly carrying 11,000 pounds of Kit Kat bars overturned on a Mississippi interstate on Memorial Day.
A semitrailer reportedly carrying 11,000 pounds of Kit Kat bars overturned on a Mississippi interstate on Memorial Day.
Long Island Rail Road service to resume at noon Tuesday
Transportation and infrastructure editor for WNYC and The Gothamist, Clayton Guse, joins LiveNOW's Andy Mac to discuss the breaking news that a deal has been reached between the MTA and the Long Island Rail Road unions after a 3-day strike. Service is set to resume at 12pm ET on Tuesday.
Transportation and infrastructure editor for WNYC and The Gothamist, Clayton Guse, joins LiveNOW's Andy Mac to discuss the breaking news that a deal has been reached between the MTA and the Long Island Rail Road unions after a 3-day strike. Service is set to resume at 12pm ET on Tuesday.
Historic LIRR strike threatens NY commuter chaos
Our partners at FOX 5 New York are providing new details on the ongoing labor strike at the Long Island Rail Road (LIRR), which marks the first such service disruption in three decades. Recently, New York Governor Kathy Hochul has stepped in to pressure both sides, insisting they "get a deal done" to avoid widespread travel chaos. LiveNOW’s Shawna Khalafi is speaking with Jose Martinez, THE CITY's transportation reporter, as travel disruptions are likely to get worse as the weekend comes to an end.
Our partners at FOX 5 New York are providing new details on the ongoing labor strike at the Long Island Rail Road (LIRR), which marks the first such service disruption in three decades. Recently, New York Governor Kathy Hochul has stepped in to pressure both sides, insisting they "get a deal done" to avoid widespread travel chaos. LiveNOW’s Shawna Khalafi is speaking with Jose Martinez, THE CITY's transportation reporter, as travel disruptions are likely to get worse as the weekend comes to an end.
NTSB calls on airlines to train pilots for cockpit smoke emergencies
Federal safety officials are urging airlines to adopt more realistic pilot training for cockpit smoke emergencies after investigating a Southwest Airlines flight.
Federal safety officials are urging airlines to adopt more realistic pilot training for cockpit smoke emergencies after investigating a Southwest Airlines flight.
White House taps government contractor to lead TSA post-shutdown
A onetime executive for a government contractor was tapped to lead the Transportation Security Administration (TSA), which is in the process of moving past recent months when employees went without paychecks and passengers faced long lines at airports.
A onetime executive for a government contractor was tapped to lead the Transportation Security Administration (TSA), which is in the process of moving past recent months when employees went without paychecks and passengers faced long lines at airports.
Map: How much are federal, state gas taxes?
State gas taxes are often higher than the federal gas tax, and help maintain roads and infrastructure. Here is a breakdown.
State gas taxes are often higher than the federal gas tax, and help maintain roads and infrastructure. Here is a breakdown.
Trainee driver crashes bus into river, prompting massive rescue
A trainee driver crashed a bus into a major river this week, dragging a parked car down with it and prompting a massive rescue mission.
A trainee driver crashed a bus into a major river this week, dragging a parked car down with it and prompting a massive rescue mission.
US transportation secretary seeks $10B to modernize air traffic control
U.S. Transportation Secretary Sean Duffy is seeking $10 billion from Congress to advance the next phase of modernizing the nation’s aging air traffic control system.
U.S. Transportation Secretary Sean Duffy is seeking $10 billion from Congress to advance the next phase of modernizing the nation’s aging air traffic control system.
Oil prices climbing again amid US-Iran standoff in Strait of Hormuz
Crude oil prices rose again Sunday as tensions between the U.S. and Iran kept tankers from using the Strait of Hormuz, the vital waterway in the Persian Gulf.
Crude oil prices rose again Sunday as tensions between the U.S. and Iran kept tankers from using the Strait of Hormuz, the vital waterway in the Persian Gulf.
Lyft to launch nationwide fuel savings program as drivers feel pinch from rising gas prices
Lyft is rolling out a temporary relief plan for its drivers across the U.S. as rising gas prices continue to cut into earnings
Lyft is rolling out a temporary relief plan for its drivers across the U.S. as rising gas prices continue to cut into earnings
Commercial driver's license 'English only," Duffy says
Secretary of Transportation Scott Duffy and Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administrator Derek Barrs announced Friday that commercial driver's license, or CDL, tests for truck drivers must be taken in English.
Secretary of Transportation Scott Duffy and Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administrator Derek Barrs announced Friday that commercial driver's license, or CDL, tests for truck drivers must be taken in English.
Uber in hot seat after probe finds violent offenders were cleared to drive passengers: report
The popular ride-share app Uber is reportedly taking strides to enact more comprehensive background checks after its policies allowed individuals with violent criminal convictions to drive for the company.
The popular ride-share app Uber is reportedly taking strides to enact more comprehensive background checks after its policies allowed individuals with violent criminal convictions to drive for the company.
Trump admin to release Gateway Tunnel Project funds
Federal officials were expected to release millions in funding for the Gateway Tunnel project by Thursday afternoon after a federal court ordered the money be restored. New Jersey Gov. Mikie Sherrill said the ruling from the 2nd U.S. Circuit Court of Appeals requires the funds to be released immediately and will allow construction to resume on the long-delayed rail project beneath the Hudson River. Chris Marquette, a POLITICO Transportation Reporter, is speaking with LiveNOW’s Andy Mac as the project continues to face uncertainty, despite funds being released.
Federal officials were expected to release millions in funding for the Gateway Tunnel project by Thursday afternoon after a federal court ordered the money be restored. New Jersey Gov. Mikie Sherrill said the ruling from the 2nd U.S. Circuit Court of Appeals requires the funds to be released immediately and will allow construction to resume on the long-delayed rail project beneath the Hudson River. Chris Marquette, a POLITICO Transportation Reporter, is speaking with LiveNOW’s Andy Mac as the project continues to face uncertainty, despite funds being released.
Former NASCAR legend, Greg Biffle, was not flying jet when it crashed, NTSB preliminary report says
Investigators with the National Transportation Safety Board said in a preliminary report that Greg Biffle, former NASCAR driver, was not the one flying his jet when it crashed last month.
Investigators with the National Transportation Safety Board said in a preliminary report that Greg Biffle, former NASCAR driver, was not the one flying his jet when it crashed last month.
UPS retires entire fleet of planes involved in deadly Louisville crash
UPS is permanently retiring its fleet of McDonnell Douglas MD-11 cargo planes following a deadly November crash in Louisville.
UPS is permanently retiring its fleet of McDonnell Douglas MD-11 cargo planes following a deadly November crash in Louisville.