Starlux Airlines planning Phoenix-Taipei flights
Officials with the City of Phoenix announced on May 20 that Starlux, a Taiwan-based airline company, is planning to operate non-stop flights between Phoenix and Taipei. Pending government approval, the flights could start in 2026.
Officials with the City of Phoenix announced on May 20 that Starlux, a Taiwan-based airline company, is planning to operate non-stop flights between Phoenix and Taipei. Pending government approval, the flights could start in 2026.
Newark Airport affected by yet another outage
For the fourth time in a month, Newark Airport has lost radio contact, and now, the FAA has issued an interim order that reduces the arrival and departure rate at the New Jersey airport, which serves New York City and surrounding areas. Reporter Kailey Schuyler has more.
For the fourth time in a month, Newark Airport has lost radio contact, and now, the FAA has issued an interim order that reduces the arrival and departure rate at the New Jersey airport, which serves New York City and surrounding areas. Reporter Kailey Schuyler has more.
New Southwest Airlines portable charger rule could set industry trend
Southwest Airlines passengers must soon keep portable chargers visible during flights due to rising lithium battery fire incidents. The policy begins May 28.
Southwest Airlines passengers must soon keep portable chargers visible during flights due to rising lithium battery fire incidents. The policy begins May 28.
AAA expecting busy Memorial Day weekend for travel
Officials with AAA believe over 45 million people will travel at least 50 miles from their homes, between this coming Thursday (May 22) and Monday (May 26). That is about 1.4 million more than 2024's Memorial Day weekend.
Officials with AAA believe over 45 million people will travel at least 50 miles from their homes, between this coming Thursday (May 22) and Monday (May 26). That is about 1.4 million more than 2024's Memorial Day weekend.
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.
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.
Gregg Popovich: San Antonio city council member wants airport renamed after legendary coach
A member of the San Antonio City Council filed a formal request to rename the city's airport after legendary coach Gregg Popovich.
A member of the San Antonio City Council filed a formal request to rename the city's airport after legendary coach Gregg Popovich.
Cruise ship crime reaches 2-year high, casting ‘dark cloud’ for travelers: expert
Department of Transportation data reveals 23 alleged rapes among 48 total crimes reported in early 2025.
Department of Transportation data reveals 23 alleged rapes among 48 total crimes reported in early 2025.
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.
Transportation secretary calls for air traffic control system overhaul
Transportation Secretary Sean Duffy had an urgent message for lawmakers on Wednesday. He says the nation’s air traffic control system needs a complete overhaul, and the FAA needs the funds to pay for those fixes right now.
Transportation Secretary Sean Duffy had an urgent message for lawmakers on Wednesday. He says the nation’s air traffic control system needs a complete overhaul, and the FAA needs the funds to pay for those fixes right now.
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.
Trump set to accept jet from Qatar to use as Air Force One
The president reportedly will receive the aircraft during an upcoming trip to the Middle East, but the Qatari government denied that they made a final decision about it.
The president reportedly will receive the aircraft during an upcoming trip to the Middle East, but the Qatari government denied that they made a final decision about it.
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.
Newark Airport radar screens went blank once again
More trouble at Newark Airport in New Jersey, where radar screens reportedly went black again early Friday morning. FAA officials said the outage lasted about 90 seconds. A week ago, another outage at the New York City-area airport caused ATC computer screens to go dark.
More trouble at Newark Airport in New Jersey, where radar screens reportedly went black again early Friday morning. FAA officials said the outage lasted about 90 seconds. A week ago, another outage at the New York City-area airport caused ATC computer screens to go dark.
New air traffic control system announced by transportation secretary
Transportation Secretary Sean Duffy announced a plan to overhaul the air traffic control system. This comes after a deadly January collision and a recent Newark system failure. FOX's Sarah Alegre reports.
Transportation Secretary Sean Duffy announced a plan to overhaul the air traffic control system. This comes after a deadly January collision and a recent Newark system failure. FOX's Sarah Alegre reports.
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.
Travelers breeze through Sky Harbor Airport as REAL ID deadline arrives
Travelers at Phoenix Sky Harbor were well prepared for the start of REAL ID requirements at airports throughout the country.
Travelers at Phoenix Sky Harbor were well prepared for the start of REAL ID requirements at airports throughout the country.
Will REAL ID be required for other transportation after May 7?
To begin, driving will not be impacted by the new requirement, so road trips are still fair game for anyone without a REAL ID.
To begin, driving will not be impacted by the new requirement, so road trips are still fair game for anyone without a REAL ID.
U.S. travelers enter REAL ID era at airport
The REAL ID deadline is here, meaning those who travel by air will need to present identification documents that are considered to be REAL ID compliant, or an alternate form of document that is deemed by officials to be acceptable. FOX 10's Danielle Miller has more from Sky Harbor, while FOX 10's Irene Snyder has more on what people can do to get a REAL ID.
The REAL ID deadline is here, meaning those who travel by air will need to present identification documents that are considered to be REAL ID compliant, or an alternate form of document that is deemed by officials to be acceptable. FOX 10's Danielle Miller has more from Sky Harbor, while FOX 10's Irene Snyder has more on what people can do to get a REAL ID.