Southwest Airlines’ baggage fee, other policies changing this week
Southwest Airlines has made major changes to its policies in recent months, with almost all of them going into effect Wednesday. Here’s what to know.
Southwest Airlines has made major changes to its policies in recent months, with almost all of them going into effect Wednesday. Here’s what to know.
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.
Over 65 canceled flights; nearly 250 delayed after electrical issue causes ground stop at Philly International
In a chaotic 24 hours, many passengers traveling in and out of Philadelphia International Airport have seen their flights delayed for hours or outright cancelled, as airlines try to catch up.
In a chaotic 24 hours, many passengers traveling in and out of Philadelphia International Airport have seen their flights delayed for hours or outright cancelled, as airlines try to catch up.
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.
Several injured after SEPTA trolley crash in Norristown
A crash involving a SEPTA trolley is causing delays on Sunday after officials say at least eight people were injured.
A crash involving a SEPTA trolley is causing delays on Sunday after officials say at least eight people were injured.
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: Travelers can still fly without their REAL ID - for now
The REAL ID deadline is officially here, but officials are still giving some leniency to travelers who still haven't gotten theirs.
The REAL ID deadline is officially here, but officials are still giving some leniency to travelers who still haven't gotten theirs.
Controllers briefly lost contact with Newark planes before wider flight disruptions
The nation’s air traffic controllers union says the flight cancellations plaguing Newark Liberty International Airport and spilling over to U.S. airports can be traced to a week ago when controllers temporarily lost contact with planes.
The nation’s air traffic controllers union says the flight cancellations plaguing Newark Liberty International Airport and spilling over to U.S. airports can be traced to a week ago when controllers temporarily lost contact with planes.
Newark Airport travel chaos continues
The chaos at Newark Liberty Airport comes as it was learned that air traffic controllers temporarily lost contact with some planes last week and controllers, guiding planes in and out of Newark, were working out of a facility in Philadelphia.
The chaos at Newark Liberty Airport comes as it was learned that air traffic controllers temporarily lost contact with some planes last week and controllers, guiding planes in and out of Newark, were working out of a facility in Philadelphia.
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.