United CEO apologizes for flying private jet while the airline delayed, canceled thousands of flights
United Airlines CEO Scott Kirby apologized Friday for flying a private jet this week while passengers were left stranded by thousands of delays and cancelations this week.
5G wireless signals could disrupt air travel this holiday weekend
Airline passengers who have endured tens of thousands of weather-related flight delays this week could face a new source of disruptions starting Saturday, when wireless providers are expected to power up new 5G systems near major airports.
American Airlines passenger gets plane to himself after 18-hour delay: ‘It was an insane experience’
A North Carolina man's patience at the airport paid off in a big way.
Travelers suffer through another day of flight cancellations, but it may get worse during July 4 holiday
By Wednesday afternoon, roughly 5,800 flights were delayed in the U.S., and more than 1,000 others were canceled, according to FlightAware.
Delta plane lands at Charlotte airport without front landing gear
A Delta plane with 96 passengers on board landed at the Charlotte, N.C., airport this morning without its front nose landing gear. No one was injured.
United CEO Scott Kirby slams FAA for flight cancellations, delays
The head of United Airlines lambasted the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) claiming that air traffic control staffing problems led to flight disruptions in the New York City area over the weekend.
Texas airline worker killed after being sucked into Delta Air Lines jet engine
The victim was employed by Unifi Aviation, a company Delta and other airlines contract to support ground handling operations.
Officials celebrate reopening of I-95
The collapsed stretch of I-95 is reopening sooner than expected, as Governor Josh Shapiro and Pennsylvania Department of Transportation Secretary Mike Carroll officially reopen the highway at noon Friday.
OSHA fines American Airlines subsidiary $15k after worker gets sucked into plane engine, dies
OSHA fined Piedmont Airlines, an American Airlines subsidiary, after investigators determined the airline was at fault in the death of 34-year-old Courtney Edwards in Alabama.
United Airlines plane clips tail of Delta aircraft at Boston airport, causing delays
A United Airlines plane clipped the tail of a Delta aircraft at the Boston Logan International Airport Friday evening, causing delays for travelers.
2 Americans found dead in hotel room in Mexico's Baja California
The Americans are believed to have died in El Pescadero, Mexico, after inhaling gas.
American Airlines ends free checked luggage for many international travelers
Flying will become even more expensive for basic economy passengers traveling internationally.
Relatives fight for custody of siblings who survived Colombian plane crash
A custody battle has broken out among relatives of four Indigenous children who survived a plane crash and 40 harrowing days alone in the Amazon rainforest in an extraordinary showing of youthful resilience that captivated people around the world.
Fisherman finds vehicle overturned in river with family of 4 dead inside
The family was reported missing after they were overdue to arrive at a vacation destination. The youngest victim was 8 years old.
11-year-old girl on Turkish Airlines flight dies after falling ill, company says
The plane made an emergency landing Sunday in Budapest, Hungary, in an attempt to save the child, but first responders there were unsuccessful.
Marlon Wayans speaks out after being cited for disturbing the peace, removed from United Airlines flight
The comedian, who was trying to get to a show in Kansas City, detailed the incident he had with gate agent on social media.
Delta unveils 'first-of-its-kind' airplane seat for travelers in wheelchairs
The new prototype allows travelers to remain in their own powered wheelchairs on board and still have access to the headrest and tray tables.
American Airlines allowing passengers to rebook without fees as wildfire smoke impacts Northeast
Passengers traveling through certain U.S. airports may now have their change fees waived under certain conditions due to the wildfire smoke from Canada impacting airline operations.
US issues travel advisory for Caribbean hotspot amid violence, sex assault concerns
A yellow flag-level two advisory was issued urging travelers heading to the Caribbean hotspot to "exercise increased caution."
Fire on cruise ship in Alaska prompts evacuations
All 51 passengers and most crew members were removed from the ship and placed on another cruise ship in the area.