Fleet of hydrogen passenger trains debuts in Germany

A fleet of hydrogen-powered passenger trains is replacing diesel trains that previously operated on nonelectrified tracks in Germany. The trains use hydrogen fuel cells to generate electricity, saving about 420,000 gallons of diesel fuel a year.

Phoenix-Mesa Gateway Airport dedicates new John McCain control tower

The new tower doubles the number of controllers that the old tower was able to hold, making for a smoother experience for both travelers and pilots.

Alaska Airlines flight to San Diego returns to SEA after 'unusual vibration' from side of plane

An Alaska Airlines flight headed for San Diego returned to Seattle-Tacoma International Airport shortly after takeoff because of an "unusual vibration" coming from the left side of the plane.

All-Black, female crew operates American Airlines flight out of DFW

The American Airlines flight was meant to celebrate the 100th anniversary of the first Black woman to earn a pilot's license, Bessie Coleman.

American Airlines places deposit on 20 supersonic passenger planes

American Airlines has agreed to buy up to 20 supersonic jets and put down a non-refundable deposit on the planes that are still on the drawing board and years away from flying.

Teen pilot hopes to become youngest to fly solo around the world

Mack Rutherford, a 17-year-old from Belgium, is nearing completion of becoming the youngest pilot to fly solo around the world.

Why now is the best time to book holiday air travel

A travel expert said the best time to buy holiday flights on a budget is in the next several weeks.

European airport will pay passengers who missed flights amid summer chaos

The Dutch airport was one of several across Europe, including London's Heathrow, that was plunged into chaos by staff shortages and soaring demand.

Southwest attendant suffered broken back in hard landing

A Southwest Airlines flight attendant suffered a compression fracture to a vertebra in her upper back during a hard landing last month in California, according to federal safety investigators.

American Airlines cutting flights from fall schedule

American Airlines said it has taken steps to size its airline based on resources that are available, making adjustments to its September and October schedules.

Biden signs executive order aimed at protecting travel for abortion

One of the directives allows states that have not outlawed abortion to apply for specific Medicaid waivers that would, in effect, help them treat women who have traveled from out of state.