FAA may have to redo plane evacuation tests as passengers squeeze into smaller spaces

Lawmakers who want tougher standards for evacuating aircraft in an emergency have criticized the Federal Aviation Administration for what they consider unrealistic simulations, and now they are calling for a do-over of current evacuation tests.

Memorial Day holiday US air passenger travel tops 2019 levels

The Transportation Security Administration (TSA) says more than 9 million people were screened at airports over the four-day Memorial Day holiday weekend.

Frontier Airlines launches 'all you can fly' fall and winter pass for $299

Denver-based Frontier Airlines has introduced an all-you-can-fly GoWild! Fall & Winter Pass, granting pass holders exclusive access to unlimited flights from September through February 2024.

American Airlines passenger sentenced after spitting, using emergency slide

Cynthia McKnight was convicted of spitting on another passenger, pushing a flight attendant, and exiting the aircraft via the emergency slide.

Cruise ship Carnival Sunshine pounded by large waves during coastal storm near Charleston, South Carolina

Passengers aboard the cruise ship Carnival Sunshine were left distressed as large waves churned up by a powerful storm off the Southeast coast pounded the vessel, delaying its return from the Bahamas over the Memorial Day weekend.

Manhattanhenge 2023: When, where and how to watch in New York City

Manhattanhenge is when the sun sets in perfect alignment with Manhattan’s east and west numbered streets to create cinema-worthy photo opportunities. Here are this year's dates.

Giant African land snail intercepted at Louisville Port of Entry

Giant African land snails are considered one of the most destructive snails in the world, but that does not stop people from trying to import the creature into the United States.

Travelers head out of town for Memorial Day
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Estimates show millions of Americans are expected to either hit the road or fly for the Memorial Day weekend. The situation at Phoenix Sky Harbor Airport was no different, as travelers gather to get ready for a holiday weekend. FOX 10's Stephanie Bennett reports.

Big crowds expected for the summer travel season -- and expensive prices, too

AAA predicts that 37 million Americans will drive at least 50 miles from home this weekend, an increase of more than 2 million from Memorial Day last year but still below pre-pandemic numbers in 2019.

Travel troubles: Passengers told flight times change due to staffing issues

The summer travel season could be off to a rocky start already as some passengers are receiving messages from the airlines stating their flights have changed. This comes after a rough summer last year and a complete meltdown during the holidays.

Is summer travel season off to a rocky start?
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The summer travel season could be off to a rocky start already after some passengers are receiving messages from the airlines that their flights have changed. It comes after a rough summer last year and complete meltdown during the holidays. FOX 10's Marissa Sarbak has the latest from Sky Harbor.

NAACP issues travel advisory for those traveling to Florida in light of DeSantis' 'restrictive' policies

On the day Florida Governor Ron DeSantis returned to his home state after traveling to New Hampshire, the NAACP issued a travel advisory for those choosing to travel to the Sunshine state — citing laws that the organization said restrict diversity, equity, and inclusion.