FAA investigates Southwest near miss after air traffic control sends jets on collision course

The Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) is investigating a reported close call between two Southwest Airlines flights at Nashville International Airport after one aircraft was directed into the path of another during a go-around, officials said.

Mexico pyramid shooting: 6 Americans among those hurt

Six Americans were among those hurt when a gunman opened fire on tourists visiting a popular archaeological pyramid site in Mexico.

$50 billion in oil lost in 50 days of Iran war, analysis finds

The war in Iran has shaken up financial markets and the oil industry, so much so that an estimated $50 billion in oil has not been produced globally since the war began, according to a Reuters analysis.

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.

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.

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.

WA ferry reservations for summer open Tuesday
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While we're two months away from summer, Washington State Ferries is getty ready for it. Summer ferry reservations open up Tuesday.

FAA targets gamers to fill positions
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The Federal Aviation Administration and the U.S. Department of Transportation are looking to gamers to fill open air traffic control jobs. 

Spring break travel rush at SEA Airport
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Seattle-Tacoma International Airport will see an increase in travelers as Friday is the busiest day of spring break travel. 

More US airlines raise baggage fees: See the list

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.

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.

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.

Spring 2026 flight trends
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Spring travel season is in full swing, so FOX 13's Erin Mayovsky sits down with a travel expert from Dollar Flight Club on Good Day Seattle, taking a look at the trends. 

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.

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. 

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.

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.