Airlines warn passengers of fake social media account scams

Travelers have increasingly relied on social media platforms to contact airlines regarding flight issues so they can avoid waiting on hold for a customer service agent.

Southwest failed at customer service amid winter meltdown, US finds

Federal regulators have told Southwest Airlines that the carrier failed to provide enough help to travelers who were stranded during massive cancellations last December, and the airline could be subject to a fine.

FAA investigates after Alaska Airlines flight steers into SkyWest plane's path

An investigation is underway after an incoming Alaska Airlines flight steered into the path of a SkyWest passenger jet that was taking off from Portland International Airport last week, federal officials said.

Air France pilot falls 1,000 feet to death in California's Sequoia National Park

A missing French pilot was found dead last week after officials say he fell 1,000 feet during a hike on Mt. Whitney at Sequoia and Kings National Park in California.

Denver seeks dismissal of Marlon Wayans' luggage dispute case

Denver prosecutors asked a judge on Friday to dismiss a case against Marlon Wayans stemming from a luggage dispute with an airline employee who the actor and comedian said targeted him because of his race.

Spirit Airlines cancels dozen of flights over 'necessary' inspections, expects to last for days

The budget airlines said the cancellation of approximately 100 flights is being taken out of "an abundance of caution," and said the impact on its network is expected to last for several days.

EasyJet flight is canceled after someone fouls up the place amid delays

Passengers to London apparently experienced a day of travel that went from bad to worse after someone defecated on the bathroom floor — which resulted in the cancellation of the entire flight.

Israeli tourists killed in Egypt, US embassy has security message for Americans traveling there

The U.S. embassy in Cairo shared a security message for Americans in Egypt after an Egyptian policeman is said to have opened fire on Israeli tourists Sunday, killing two and a tour guide.

You might get an Uber voucher if your JetBlue flight is delayed or canceled

JetBlue travelers who experience a qualifying delay or cancelation will get an Uber voucher in their email, limiting the need for customers to use their own money and request reimbursement.

Suspicious skull found in luggage prompts security scare at Utah airport

In a pre-Halloween surprise at Salt Lake City International Airport, TSA officials were spooked when a passenger's checked luggage revealed a skull, prompting a two-hour suspension of baggage screening.