Bags don't fly free anymore; Southwest abandons long-standing perk
It's the end of an airline industry mainstay: Southwest Airlines had touted its no-baggage fees for decades. But all of that is coming to an end.
It's the end of an airline industry mainstay: Southwest Airlines had touted its no-baggage fees for decades. But all of that is coming to an end.
Gas prices this Memorial Day weekend will be cheapest in 4 years
If you’re planning a road trip for Memorial Day weekend, you’re in luck: Gas prices are projected to be their cheapest since 2021.
If you’re planning a road trip for Memorial Day weekend, you’re in luck: Gas prices are projected to be their cheapest since 2021.
Lufthansa flight flew for 10 minutes without a pilot, report says
A Lufthansa flight co-pilot fainted while he was alone in the cockpit last year, leaving the plane without a pilot for 10 minutes, German media reported.
A Lufthansa flight co-pilot fainted while he was alone in the cockpit last year, leaving the plane without a pilot for 10 minutes, German media reported.
Jacksonville airport reopens after vehicle fire in parking garage, officials say
The Jacksonville International Airport (JIA) in Florida has reopened after being closed for several hours when a fire broke out in one of its parking garages on Friday afternoon.
The Jacksonville International Airport (JIA) in Florida has reopened after being closed for several hours when a fire broke out in one of its parking garages on Friday afternoon.
Horrified passenger films roaches crawling inside Spirit Airlines plane
A horrified Spirit Airlines passenger said she’ll never fly the airline again after filming two roaches crawling inside the cabin.
A horrified Spirit Airlines passenger said she’ll never fly the airline again after filming two roaches crawling inside the cabin.
Spirit Airlines debuts extra-legroom seats, revamps loyalty program
Spirit Airlines is launching a new “Go Comfy” travel option featuring extra-legroom seats available for booking starting May 15.
Spirit Airlines is launching a new “Go Comfy” travel option featuring extra-legroom seats available for booking starting May 15.
Avelo Airlines flying deportation flights out of Phoenix-Mesa Gateway Airport
Avelo Airlines has begun to deport migrants out of Phoenix Mesa Gateway Airport in the East Valley.
Avelo Airlines has begun to deport migrants out of Phoenix Mesa Gateway Airport in the East Valley.
Fiji added to CDC’s travel alert after surge in dengue fever cases
The island nation of Fiji in the South Pacific Ocean is the latest country to be added to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention’s travel alert list.
The island nation of Fiji in the South Pacific Ocean is the latest country to be added to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention’s travel alert list.
Best and worst airlines ranked for customer satisfaction in 2025: See the list
Although consumer confidence and passenger volume are down, overall passenger satisfaction is up thanks to gains in economy and basic economy class.
Although consumer confidence and passenger volume are down, overall passenger satisfaction is up thanks to gains in economy and basic economy class.
Real ID deadline: These states have the most residents without passports
Many Americans still lack a passport, with states like West Virginia, Alabama, and Mississippi having the lowest rates
Many Americans still lack a passport, with states like West Virginia, Alabama, and Mississippi having the lowest rates
Deadly U.S. plane crashes in 2025: Timeline
Since the beginning of 2025, at least 188 people have died in 60 U.S. aviation incidents.
Since the beginning of 2025, at least 188 people have died in 60 U.S. aviation incidents.
American Airlines launching luxurious new Flagship Suite this summer
American Airlines' Flagship Suite service will be officially launching on June 5, the airline said in a media release, aboard a new Boeing aircraft.
American Airlines' Flagship Suite service will be officially launching on June 5, the airline said in a media release, aboard a new Boeing aircraft.
People are choosing the path less traveled for vacations this year, studies show
Have you heard of "detour destinations?"
Have you heard of "detour destinations?"
U.S. issues 'do not travel' warning for 21 countries. What to know
In 2025 alone, the U.S. added eight new countries to its “do not travel” list.
In 2025 alone, the U.S. added eight new countries to its “do not travel” list.
Southwest announces revamped fare bundles: What to know
Southwest Airlines has announced revamped fare bundles: Choice Extra, Choice Preferred, Choice, as well as Basic.
Southwest Airlines has announced revamped fare bundles: Choice Extra, Choice Preferred, Choice, as well as Basic.
American man hijacks plane headed to popular Belize tourist town
An American man hijacked a small plane heading to a popular Belize tourist town, stabbing two passengers and a pilot before another passenger shot him.
An American man hijacked a small plane heading to a popular Belize tourist town, stabbing two passengers and a pilot before another passenger shot him.
TSA warns thousands may face delays at Sea-Tac Airport ahead of REAL ID deadline
Around 12,000 Sea-Tac Airport travelers could run into issues on May 7 if they haven't updated their identification.
Around 12,000 Sea-Tac Airport travelers could run into issues on May 7 if they haven't updated their identification.
'Wildlife strike' forces United Airlines flight to make emergency landing, officials say
Passengers recalled hearing loud banging noise coming from the right side of the plane.
Passengers recalled hearing loud banging noise coming from the right side of the plane.
Real ID countdown: You have 3 weeks to make sure your license is compliant
The Real ID deadline is coming soon and here’s how you can apply.
The Real ID deadline is coming soon and here’s how you can apply.
NCAA woman of the year among those killed in New York plane crash
Authorities have revealed the names of the six victims who were killed in a New York state plane crash on Saturday, including renowned former student athlete Karenna Groff.
Authorities have revealed the names of the six victims who were killed in a New York state plane crash on Saturday, including renowned former student athlete Karenna Groff.