EU to propose COVID-19 vaccine passport to allow free travel by summer
The European Union’s executive body has presented a proposal that would allow EU residents to travel freely across the 27-nation bloc by the summer as long as they have been vaccinated, tested negative for COVID-19 or recovered from the disease. SAMUEL PETREQUIN Associated Press
The European Union’s executive body has presented a proposal that would allow EU residents to travel freely across the 27-nation bloc by the summer as long as they have been vaccinated, tested negative for COVID-19 or recovered from the disease. SAMUEL PETREQUIN Associated Press
FAA extending zero-tolerance policy amid COVID-19 pandemic for unruly passengers
The FAA has slapped hefty fines on two separate passengers in recent weeks, and announced it will be extending its zero-tolerance policy for unruly passengers for as long as the CDC and TSA’s mask mandate is in effect.
The FAA has slapped hefty fines on two separate passengers in recent weeks, and announced it will be extending its zero-tolerance policy for unruly passengers for as long as the CDC and TSA’s mask mandate is in effect.
TSA looks to disinfect airport bins with ultraviolet lights to prevent COVID-19 spread
The Transportation Security Administration wants to add another layer of protection for passengers against COVID-19.
The Transportation Security Administration wants to add another layer of protection for passengers against COVID-19.
Is Sky Harbor expected to see pre-pandemic spring travel numbers this year?
March was typically Sky Harbor's busiest month before the pandemic. Heather Shelbrack with the Sky Harbor Aviation Department says the airport is seeing an increase in travelers this year but we're not back to pre-pandemic numbers.
March was typically Sky Harbor's busiest month before the pandemic. Heather Shelbrack with the Sky Harbor Aviation Department says the airport is seeing an increase in travelers this year but we're not back to pre-pandemic numbers.
US travel on the rise as COVID-19 vaccinations ramp up, but medical experts warn pandemic isn’t over
Some destination hot spots are already seeing waves of travelers as COVID-19 vaccinations ramp up, but medical experts warn the pandemic is not over yet.
Some destination hot spots are already seeing waves of travelers as COVID-19 vaccinations ramp up, but medical experts warn the pandemic is not over yet.
Drivers report being stuck in traffic for hours after Northern Arizona snowstorm causes freeway closures
Severe snowfall caused several road and highway closures in Northern Arizona on March 13, says the Arizona Dept. of Transportation.
Severe snowfall caused several road and highway closures in Northern Arizona on March 13, says the Arizona Dept. of Transportation.
Gas prices jump 25 cents in two weeks
The price spike is partly because of the power outages that caused several Texas refineries to shut down or reduce operations last month and surging prices on credits for a renewable fuel. The highest average price in the nation is $3.86 a gallon in the San Francisco Bay Area. The lowest average is $2.48 in Baton Rouge, Louisiana.
The price spike is partly because of the power outages that caused several Texas refineries to shut down or reduce operations last month and surging prices on credits for a renewable fuel. The highest average price in the nation is $3.86 a gallon in the San Francisco Bay Area. The lowest average is $2.48 in Baton Rouge, Louisiana.
Southwest employees send lost Buzz Lightyear toy on epic adventure before returning him to family
A Southwest employee went “to infinity and beyond” to return a lost Buzz Lightyear toy to a family after it was left behind on a plane.
A Southwest employee went “to infinity and beyond” to return a lost Buzz Lightyear toy to a family after it was left behind on a plane.
As COVID-19 vaccinations ramp up, AAA warns 2021 travel will likely be a different experience for many
For many who may be planning a future trip after being vaccinated against COVID-19, AAA says it will likely be a different experience for many who haven’t traveled over the past year.
For many who may be planning a future trip after being vaccinated against COVID-19, AAA says it will likely be a different experience for many who haven’t traveled over the past year.
American, United Airlines cancel 27,000 furloughs after COVID-19 relief bill passes
Two of the biggest U.S. airlines have canceled employee furloughs after the House passed COVID-19 relief that will provide much-needed payroll support.
Two of the biggest U.S. airlines have canceled employee furloughs after the House passed COVID-19 relief that will provide much-needed payroll support.
A look back at Boeing's second deadly 737 MAX crash 2 years later
Two years ago today, 157 people were killed aboard Flight 302 heading from Ethiopia to Kenya when a Boeing 737 MAX jet crashed six minutes after takeoff, creating a fallout of events for the aerospace giant.
Two years ago today, 157 people were killed aboard Flight 302 heading from Ethiopia to Kenya when a Boeing 737 MAX jet crashed six minutes after takeoff, creating a fallout of events for the aerospace giant.
South Dakota Airport employee juggles batons, entertains passengers waiting for flight
Video posted on Facebook showed the moment an airport employee in South Dakota gave a stellar performance, juggling batons and entertaining onlookers on March 6.
Video posted on Facebook showed the moment an airport employee in South Dakota gave a stellar performance, juggling batons and entertaining onlookers on March 6.
Airline industry pushes US to standardize health papers
Leading airline and business groups are asking the Biden administration to develop temporary credentials that would let travelers show they have been tested and vaccinated for COVID-19, a step that the airline industry believes will help revive travel.
Leading airline and business groups are asking the Biden administration to develop temporary credentials that would let travelers show they have been tested and vaccinated for COVID-19, a step that the airline industry believes will help revive travel.
Increasing demand for travel as COVID numbers decline and vaccination numbers rise
Travel agents say there's a lot of pent-up demand for travel. With new COVID-29 cases on the decline and more people getting vaccinated, more people are ready to see new places.
Travel agents say there's a lot of pent-up demand for travel. With new COVID-29 cases on the decline and more people getting vaccinated, more people are ready to see new places.
Gas line fire near 7th Street, University Drive closes Phoenix bridge indefinitely
Phoenix firefighters say the flames and smoke came from underneath the 7th Street bridge, which overlooks the Salt River. The fire closed the bridge indefinitely, says the mayor.
Phoenix firefighters say the flames and smoke came from underneath the 7th Street bridge, which overlooks the Salt River. The fire closed the bridge indefinitely, says the mayor.
Delta passenger facing $27,500 fine for assaulting flight attendant amid mask dispute, FAA says
A Delta passenger is facing a $27,5000 fine for allegedly assaulting a flight attendant amid a dispute over the flight attendant’s instructions and the airline’s mask policy, the FAA said.
A Delta passenger is facing a $27,5000 fine for allegedly assaulting a flight attendant amid a dispute over the flight attendant’s instructions and the airline’s mask policy, the FAA said.
PD: New York women arrested in Arizona for assault on American Airlines flight
During an American Airlines flight from Dallas to Los Angeles, two New York women reportedly became violent and were arrested when the flight stopped in Phoenix.
During an American Airlines flight from Dallas to Los Angeles, two New York women reportedly became violent and were arrested when the flight stopped in Phoenix.
Pilot doing OK after emergency landing near Marana
A pilot was injured after a crash during an emergency landing on Saturday, Feb. 27 in Pima County.
A pilot was injured after a crash during an emergency landing on Saturday, Feb. 27 in Pima County.
FAA seeks $27,500 fine from passenger for hitting flight attendant
Federal officials are seeking a $27,500 civil penalty against an airline passenger who allegedly struck a flight attendant who asked the passenger and a companion to leave the plane after a dispute over wearing a face mask.
Federal officials are seeking a $27,500 civil penalty against an airline passenger who allegedly struck a flight attendant who asked the passenger and a companion to leave the plane after a dispute over wearing a face mask.
Vaccine 'passports' may open society, but inequity looms
Governments say getting vaccinated and having the proper documentation to prove it will smooth the way to recovery from the COVID-19 pandemic, and such efforts have gotten a head start in Israel.
Governments say getting vaccinated and having the proper documentation to prove it will smooth the way to recovery from the COVID-19 pandemic, and such efforts have gotten a head start in Israel.