Inside the shoe bomb plot that changed airport security – and why the rule is now ending
After nearly two decades of shuffling barefoot through airport security lines, American travelers can finally leave their shoes on.
After nearly two decades of shuffling barefoot through airport security lines, American travelers can finally leave their shoes on.
DHS to end 'shoes-off' travel policy at airport security checkpoints
Travelers flying out of Philadelphia International Airport kept their shoes on while passing through security checkpoints on Tuesday.
Travelers flying out of Philadelphia International Airport kept their shoes on while passing through security checkpoints on Tuesday.
Keep shoes on while passing through airport security checkpoints
The Department of Homeland Security ends the nearly two-decade long policy requiring airport travelers to remove their shoes at TSA security checkpoints.
The Department of Homeland Security ends the nearly two-decade long policy requiring airport travelers to remove their shoes at TSA security checkpoints.
Is taking shoes off at the airport becoming a thing of the past?
TSA is reportedly gradually rolling out a new policy that will eventually allow all travelers to keep their shoes on during security screenings, regardless of lane or status.
TSA is reportedly gradually rolling out a new policy that will eventually allow all travelers to keep their shoes on during security screenings, regardless of lane or status.
Waymo is testing their self-driving robotaxis in Philly and NYC this summer
Waymo is testing its self-driving robotaxi service in Philadelphia and New York City this summer as part of its “Road Trip" tour.
Waymo is testing its self-driving robotaxi service in Philadelphia and New York City this summer as part of its “Road Trip" tour.
Southwest installs 'third set of eyes' in cockpit to boost safety
The program is called "SmartRunway SmartLanding" and it is designed to help pilots respond on the tarmac.
The program is called "SmartRunway SmartLanding" and it is designed to help pilots respond on the tarmac.
Firefighter dies after vacation excursion with family at summer hot spot
Jay Lyons, who recently helped with Hurricane Helene relief efforts, leaves behind two young daughters.
Jay Lyons, who recently helped with Hurricane Helene relief efforts, leaves behind two young daughters.
American Airlines flights resume after system outage
American Airlines flights have resumed after a system outage grounded flights.
American Airlines flights have resumed after a system outage grounded flights.
NTSB: Multiple system failures led to Alaska Airlines door plug blowout
The National Transportation Safety Board said Boeing and the Federal Aviation Administration could have done more to ensure the safety of the Boeing 737 Max.
The National Transportation Safety Board said Boeing and the Federal Aviation Administration could have done more to ensure the safety of the Boeing 737 Max.
American travelers should know escape routes at transit hubs after Iran strikes, security expert warns
A former Secret Service agent shares crucial guidance on situational awareness following US airstrikes on Iranian nuclear facilities.
A former Secret Service agent shares crucial guidance on situational awareness following US airstrikes on Iranian nuclear facilities.
Pan Am returns to the skies with classic 12-Day transatlantic journey
The plane left JFK Airport on Tuesday, starting a 12-day trip costing about $60,000 per passenger.
The plane left JFK Airport on Tuesday, starting a 12-day trip costing about $60,000 per passenger.
NTSB issues urgent safety bulletin about engines found in some Boeing 737 Max jets
Bird strikes triggered engine damage on Boeing 737 Max planes that sent smoke into the cockpit and cabin.
Bird strikes triggered engine damage on Boeing 737 Max planes that sent smoke into the cockpit and cabin.
JetBlue to cut flights as carrier says 'unlikely' to break even in 2025 due to weaker travel demand
JetBlue is also trying to boost efficiency among its leadership by combining or restructuring certain roles.
JetBlue is also trying to boost efficiency among its leadership by combining or restructuring certain roles.
Southwest adds 'powerful' cockpit alert system to detect runway danger
Southwest Airlines is in the process of outfitting all of its Boeing 737 planes with new technology aimed to improve safety on runways.
Southwest Airlines is in the process of outfitting all of its Boeing 737 planes with new technology aimed to improve safety on runways.
Biggest plane crashes in recent world history
A string of crashes this year has brought attention to air travel, which remains overwhelmingly safe. Here are some of the most recent details.
A string of crashes this year has brought attention to air travel, which remains overwhelmingly safe. Here are some of the most recent details.
Bedbug outbreak at Vegas hotels sparks multiple guest lawsuits
Bedbug infestations at two locations in Las Vegas have sparked legal action after four travelers reported severe "injuries."
Bedbug infestations at two locations in Las Vegas have sparked legal action after four travelers reported severe "injuries."
Lone survivor: What we know about the only man to survive the Air India crash
An Indian man traveling to London with his brother was the only person to survive an Air India plane crash that killed more than 240 people.
An Indian man traveling to London with his brother was the only person to survive an Air India plane crash that killed more than 240 people.
Passengers stuck on 32-hour flight ended up back where they started: Reports
The flight made five stops to refuel, including a layover in Thessaloniki, Greece, where passengers had to allegedly pay for their own accommodations.
The flight made five stops to refuel, including a layover in Thessaloniki, Greece, where passengers had to allegedly pay for their own accommodations.
Skydiving plane crashes in Tennessee with 20 people on board
A skydiving plane carrying 20 people crashed soon after taking off in Tennessee Sunday.
A skydiving plane carrying 20 people crashed soon after taking off in Tennessee Sunday.
TSA tells fliers: Stop flashing your Costco card at REAL ID checkpoints
Bad news for travelers who don’t have a REAL ID yet: You can’t use your Costco membership card to get through TSA.
Bad news for travelers who don’t have a REAL ID yet: You can’t use your Costco membership card to get through TSA.