How the Jetblue, Spirit merger will impact fliers
The chief executives of budget airlines JetBlue and Spirit say their deal will drive down fares for the big four air carriers that dominate the industry. However, one expert says the opposite.
The chief executives of budget airlines JetBlue and Spirit say their deal will drive down fares for the big four air carriers that dominate the industry. However, one expert says the opposite.
Southwest Airlines drops expiration dates on flight credits
Southwest Airlines announced Thursday that it's dropping the expiration date for all flight credits to improve the customer experience amid a trying time for the industry.
Southwest Airlines announced Thursday that it's dropping the expiration date for all flight credits to improve the customer experience amid a trying time for the industry.
JetBlue to buy Spirit for $3.8 billion, creating nation's 5th largest airline
The new JetBlue-Spirit agreement comes a day after Spirit's attempt to merge with Frontier Airlines fell apart.
The new JetBlue-Spirit agreement comes a day after Spirit's attempt to merge with Frontier Airlines fell apart.
Boom Supersonic unveils design for world’s fastest passenger airliner
The Overture will reach speeds of over 1,122 mph — one and a half times the speed of sound — with a cruising altitude of 60,000 feet.
The Overture will reach speeds of over 1,122 mph — one and a half times the speed of sound — with a cruising altitude of 60,000 feet.
Amid delays, American Airlines earns $476 million on record revenue in 2Q
American Airlines earned $476 million in the second quarter on record revenue from summer travelers and said Thursday that it expects to remain profitable in the third quarter.
American Airlines earned $476 million in the second quarter on record revenue from summer travelers and said Thursday that it expects to remain profitable in the third quarter.
What is the world's best airline? Top carriers for 2022 ranked, according to report
The best airlines in the world were ranked for a number of factors, including safety and product ratings, passenger reviews, profitability, and environmental commitment.
The best airlines in the world were ranked for a number of factors, including safety and product ratings, passenger reviews, profitability, and environmental commitment.
Heathrow asks airlines to stop selling summer tickets in effort to cap passengers
London's Heathrow Airport has been plagued with soaring travel demand and staff shortages, leading to hours-long lines and massive baggage pile-ups.
London's Heathrow Airport has been plagued with soaring travel demand and staff shortages, leading to hours-long lines and massive baggage pile-ups.
Transportation Department nudges airlines to let families sit together on planes
As air travel ramps back up, authorities are urging airlines to make it easier for families to sit together on planes at no extra charge.
As air travel ramps back up, authorities are urging airlines to make it easier for families to sit together on planes at no extra charge.
Best cities for recreation in 2022: report
Anyone looking for a good place for some fun this summer might want to consider heading to Las Vegas.
Anyone looking for a good place for some fun this summer might want to consider heading to Las Vegas.
FAA to give airports $1 billion for terminals and upgrades
The Biden administration is giving nearly $1 billion to 85 airports to expand and upgrade terminals and other facilities, using money approved in last year's huge infrastructure bill.
The Biden administration is giving nearly $1 billion to 85 airports to expand and upgrade terminals and other facilities, using money approved in last year's huge infrastructure bill.
86-year-old woman recognized as world's longest-serving flight attendant
A lot has changed in the skies in the last 65 years — but Bette Nash’s career is still going strong.
A lot has changed in the skies in the last 65 years — but Bette Nash’s career is still going strong.
Flight cancellations slowing as Fourth of July weekend ends
Airlines had canceled more than 2,200 U.S. flights - and another 23,000 were delayed - since holiday weekend travel picked up on Thursday.
Airlines had canceled more than 2,200 U.S. flights - and another 23,000 were delayed - since holiday weekend travel picked up on Thursday.
July 4th travel: Thousands of flights canceled on busy holiday weekend; more expected
Airlines are struggling to keep up with travel demand that’s meeting pre-pandemic levels.
Airlines are struggling to keep up with travel demand that’s meeting pre-pandemic levels.
Delta reportedly paid passengers $10K to leave oversold flight
Would you take that deal?
Would you take that deal?
Best, worst states for summer road trips in 2022: report
If you are planning to hit the road this summer but are not sure where to go, you might want to consider New York state.
If you are planning to hit the road this summer but are not sure where to go, you might want to consider New York state.
'Oh my God, Titanic 2.0!' Video shows cruise ship hit iceberg near Alaskan glacier
The passenger who recorded the video insisted that he was not “freaking out” but rather marveling at the size of the iceberg.
The passenger who recorded the video insisted that he was not “freaking out” but rather marveling at the size of the iceberg.
Summer travel: July Fourth weekend another test for airlines struggling to meet demand
Problems were already popping up ahead of the holiday weekend: American canceled 8% of its flights Tuesday and Wednesday, while United srubbed 4% of its schedule.
Problems were already popping up ahead of the holiday weekend: American canceled 8% of its flights Tuesday and Wednesday, while United srubbed 4% of its schedule.
Delta allowing flight changes for free over July 4th weekend
Delta said it anticipates air travel volumes “not seen since before the pandemic” over the period of July 1 to Independence Day.
Delta said it anticipates air travel volumes “not seen since before the pandemic” over the period of July 1 to Independence Day.
Drive into summer prepared: 5 things to know when you hit the road in extreme heat
Driving during the summer months poses some unique dangers to vehicles and passengers, but keeping you and others safe all comes down to preparation.
Driving during the summer months poses some unique dangers to vehicles and passengers, but keeping you and others safe all comes down to preparation.
Airlines blame FAA for widespread flight delays, cancellations
Airlines say understaffing at the Federal Aviation Administration is “crippling” traffic along the East Coast.
Airlines say understaffing at the Federal Aviation Administration is “crippling” traffic along the East Coast.