DOT issues first-ever fine for chronically delayed flights

The federal government has fined one of the nation's largest airlines $2 million for chronic flight delays. It's the first-ever fine issued to an airline for chronic delays.

Fumes in cockpit forces Hawaiian-bound flight to return to Seattle

A Hawaiian-bound flight was forced to turn around to Seattle after reports of fumes coming out of the cockpit shortly after taking off.

South Korea to inspect Boeing aircraft after deadly Jeju Air crash: What to know

South Korean officials will conduct safety inspections of all Boeing 737-800 aircraft operated by the country's airlines after a deadly Jeju Air crash.

Jeju Air plane crash in South Korea kills 179 people

The Boeing jet was trying to land in Muan, South Korea when it collided head-on with a concrete wall, killing 179 of the 181 people on board.

Jeju Air plane crashes in South Korea: More than 60 killed after runway accident, fire

A Jeju Air passenger plane carrying about 180 people crashed at Muan Airport in southern South Korea, killing at least 60 people after malfunctioning landing gear caused it to veer off the runway, hit a fence, and catch fire.

Body found in wheel well of United Flight from Chicago to Maui

A body was found in the wheel well of a United Airlines aircraft upon its arrival at Kahului Airport on Tuesday, according to the airline.

Unruly Royal Caribbean cruise ship passenger accused of attacking crew member dies after detainment

Cell phone video captured the dramatic moments aboard a Royal Caribbean cruise as a man hurled threats and tried to kick down a door on the boat. The man seen on the video died a short time after he was detained, his family said.

American tourist in Fiji among 7 hospitalized after drinking cocktails at luxury resort

One American and six others, including at least four Australians, were hospitalized in Fiji on Saturday after they consumed pina coladas that may have been spiked at a hotel bar.

What do mysterious 'ding' sounds on airplanes really mean?

The pilot said that he chimes the flight crew three separate times during the flight — and each chime has its own meaning.

Amazon offers $25 holiday flights for young Prime members

Amazon has partnered with StudentUniverse to offer $25 domestic flights to Prime members enrolled in the young adult plan, targeting individuals aged 18–24.

American Airlines halts flights to Haiti

American Airlines will no longer resume flights to Haiti in February as gang violence has worsened in the Caribbean country.