Southwest faces possible fine over holiday meltdown
The Federal Government may be preparing to penalize Southwest Airlines for a holiday travel meltdown in December 2022 that affected more than two million travelers, with regulators saying the carrier failed to provide adequate customer service during the travel meltdown.
The Federal Government may be preparing to penalize Southwest Airlines for a holiday travel meltdown in December 2022 that affected more than two million travelers, with regulators saying the carrier failed to provide adequate customer service during the travel meltdown.
Southwest failed at customer service amid winter meltdown, US finds
Federal regulators have told Southwest Airlines that the carrier failed to provide enough help to travelers who were stranded during massive cancellations last December, and the airline could be subject to a fine.
Federal regulators have told Southwest Airlines that the carrier failed to provide enough help to travelers who were stranded during massive cancellations last December, and the airline could be subject to a fine.
Docs: Off-duty Alaska Airlines pilot used psychedelic mushrooms before trying to shut off plane engines
New documents shed additional light on the state of mind of an off-duty Alaska Airlines pilot that attempted to turn off a plane’s engines mid-flight, causing a flight of people from Everett, Washington to make an emergency landing in Portland.
New documents shed additional light on the state of mind of an off-duty Alaska Airlines pilot that attempted to turn off a plane’s engines mid-flight, causing a flight of people from Everett, Washington to make an emergency landing in Portland.
Off-duty pilot Joseph Emerson accused of trying to shut off engines on flight from Everett to San Francisco
An Alaska Airlines flight on its way to San Francisco from Everett's Paine Field was diverted to Portland on Sunday after officials said an off-duty pilot tried to shut the plane's engine.
An Alaska Airlines flight on its way to San Francisco from Everett's Paine Field was diverted to Portland on Sunday after officials said an off-duty pilot tried to shut the plane's engine.
FAA investigates after Alaska Airlines flight steers into SkyWest plane's path
An investigation is underway after an incoming Alaska Airlines flight steered into the path of a SkyWest passenger jet that was taking off from Portland International Airport last week, federal officials said.
An investigation is underway after an incoming Alaska Airlines flight steered into the path of a SkyWest passenger jet that was taking off from Portland International Airport last week, federal officials said.
Air France pilot falls 1,000 feet to death in California's Sequoia National Park
A missing French pilot was found dead last week after officials say he fell 1,000 feet during a hike on Mt. Whitney at Sequoia and Kings National Park in California.
A missing French pilot was found dead last week after officials say he fell 1,000 feet during a hike on Mt. Whitney at Sequoia and Kings National Park in California.
Denver Seeks Dismissal of Marlon Wayans' Luggage Dispute Case
Denver prosecutors asked a judge on Friday to dismiss a case against Marlon Wayans stemming from a luggage dispute with an airline employee who the actor and comedian said targeted him because of his race.
Denver prosecutors asked a judge on Friday to dismiss a case against Marlon Wayans stemming from a luggage dispute with an airline employee who the actor and comedian said targeted him because of his race.
Spirit Airlines cancels dozen of flights over 'necessary' inspections, expects to last for days
The budget airlines said the cancellation of approximately 100 flights is being taken out of "an abundance of caution," and said the impact on its network is expected to last for several days.
The budget airlines said the cancellation of approximately 100 flights is being taken out of "an abundance of caution," and said the impact on its network is expected to last for several days.
Arizonans can add driver's licenses and state IDs to Google Wallet
Arizonans now have another way to access their driver's license or state ID – digitally. It will be one of the first states to allow them to be used through Google Wallet.
Arizonans now have another way to access their driver's license or state ID – digitally. It will be one of the first states to allow them to be used through Google Wallet.
Photographer's nightmare: Camera equipment and unpublished wedding photos vanish at Denver airport
Returning from a wedding shoot in St. Louis, Missouri, Amber Smith realized her camera bag had disappeared upon deplaning in Denver.
Returning from a wedding shoot in St. Louis, Missouri, Amber Smith realized her camera bag had disappeared upon deplaning in Denver.
EasyJet flight is canceled after someone fouls up the place amid delays
Passengers to London apparently experienced a day of travel that went from bad to worse after someone defecated on the bathroom floor — which resulted in the cancellation of the entire flight.
Passengers to London apparently experienced a day of travel that went from bad to worse after someone defecated on the bathroom floor — which resulted in the cancellation of the entire flight.
Southwest making it easier to qualify for elite traveler status
There's a battle brewing in the airline business to attract travelers who want elite status in a frequent-flyer program.
There's a battle brewing in the airline business to attract travelers who want elite status in a frequent-flyer program.
United Airlines issues new boarding policy – and it’s a perk for middle seat flyers
The airline's new policy will go into effect on Oct. 26.
The airline's new policy will go into effect on Oct. 26.
'Unusual odor' in cabin midflight sends Southwest plane back to Vegas for emergency landing
The Southwest flight was in the air on its way from Las Vegas to Tulsa, Oklahoma, when the pilot turned around and landed safely at Harry Reid International Airport.
The Southwest flight was in the air on its way from Las Vegas to Tulsa, Oklahoma, when the pilot turned around and landed safely at Harry Reid International Airport.
Alaska Airlines to serve coffee made to taste better in the air
The airline is ending its long partnership with Starbucks to serve a new custom blend from Stumptown Coffee Roasters.
The airline is ending its long partnership with Starbucks to serve a new custom blend from Stumptown Coffee Roasters.
Man arrested at BWI Marshall Airport after telling law enforcement he had explosive device
BWI Marshall Airport officials temporarily shut down a terminal roadway Wednesday afternoon due to an investigation.
BWI Marshall Airport officials temporarily shut down a terminal roadway Wednesday afternoon due to an investigation.
Explore America's national parks by sea: American Cruise Lines announces exciting 2024 voyages
This innovative approach to national park exploration opens up a new dimension for travelers looking to experience the beauty of these iconic American landscapes.
This innovative approach to national park exploration opens up a new dimension for travelers looking to experience the beauty of these iconic American landscapes.
US airlines halt flights in and out of Israel after a massive attack by Hamas starts heavy fighting
Major airlines are suspending flights to Israel after it formally declared war following a massive attack by Hamas.
Major airlines are suspending flights to Israel after it formally declared war following a massive attack by Hamas.
Go solo: Norwegian Cruise Line expanding rooms for single travelers
Solo travelers interested in taking a cruise will now have more options – with the perk of not paying the double occupancy room rate.
Solo travelers interested in taking a cruise will now have more options – with the perk of not paying the double occupancy room rate.
Israeli tourists killed in Egypt, US embassy has security message for Americans traveling there
The U.S. embassy in Cairo shared a security message for Americans in Egypt after an Egyptian policeman is said to have opened fire on Israeli tourists Sunday, killing two and a tour guide.
The U.S. embassy in Cairo shared a security message for Americans in Egypt after an Egyptian policeman is said to have opened fire on Israeli tourists Sunday, killing two and a tour guide.