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Delta plane crashes, overturns in Toronto; all survive, officials say

A Delta flight crashed upon arrival at Toronto Pearson International Airport on Monday and the plane was seen upside-down on the snow-covered ground.
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First responders work at the Delta Air Lines plane crash site at Toronto Pearson International Airport in Mississauga, Ontario, Canada Feb. 17, 2025.
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A look at recent aviation disasters in North America

The crash of a Delta Airlines plane in Toronto is the fourth major aviation disaster in North America in the last month
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FILE - Rescue and salvage crews with cranes pull up the wreckage of an American Airlines jet in the Potomac River from Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport, Feb. 3, 2025, in Arlington, Va. (AP Photo/Jose Luis Magana, File)
February 14, 2025 at 7:00 PM

This airline expanded its mileage program, points for experiences beyond flights

Alaska Airlines introduced its new Mileage Plan Unlocked giving access to use miles for experiences like concerts and wine tasting.
February 14, 2025 at 7:00 PM
An Alaska Airlines plane lands at San Francisco International Airport (SFO) in San Francisco, Feb. 7, 2025.
February 12, 2025 at 6:19 PM

JetBlue birthday sale, what's new in 2025: Lounges, more routes, new 1st-class seats

JetBlue announced a $25 flight sale for the airline's 25th birthday, plus detailed new Europe routes, two new lounges and first-class options.
February 12, 2025 at 6:19 PM
A JetBlue Airways plane lands at San Francisco International Airport (SFO) in San Francisco, California, February 7, 2025.
February 11, 2025 at 6:06 PM

How flying private contributes to climate change

ABC News chief meteorologist Ginger Zee breaks down the impact of private jets on the environment, and possible solutions to this problem.
February 11, 2025 at 6:06 PM
VIDEO: How flying private contributes to climate change
February 11, 2025 at 12:11 PM

Man escorted off flight after screaming in pilot's face, threatening flight crew

A New Jersey man was charged with threatening flight attendants and crew members on a flight from Miami to Newark on Sunday.
February 11, 2025 at 12:11 PM
Airplanes sit parked at gates at Terminal A at Newark Liberty International Airport on Dec. 4, 2024, in Newark, New Jersey.
February 11, 2025 at 6:18 AM

1 dead after jets collide at Scottsdale Airport

The incident involved five victims, leaving one trapped inside the wreckage.
February 11, 2025 at 6:18 AM
1 dead after jets collide at Scottsdale Airport
February 9, 2025 at 3:27 PM

All 10 bodies recovered, identified in Alaska plane crash

The National Transportation Safety Board said “it’s too early” to determine the cause of the crash.
February 9, 2025 at 3:27 PM
VIDEO: All 10 bodies recovered, identified in Alaska plane crash
February 8, 2025 at 7:10 PM

10 feared dead after Alaska plane crash

ABC News’ Jaclyn Lee delivers the latest on the investigation into an Alaska plane crash that is believed to have left all ten passengers dead.
February 8, 2025 at 7:10 PM
VIDEO: 10 feared dead after Alaska plane crash
February 8, 2025 at 3:30 PM

Missing Alaska plane found crashed

The aircraft disappeared from radar but now officials are releasing new details and images of the wreckage.
February 8, 2025 at 3:30 PM
VIDEO: Missing Alaska plane found crashed
February 8, 2025 at 2:01 AM

Officials: Plane wreckage found after desperate search in Alaska

The Coast Guard says it found the wreckage of a plane matching the description of the aircraft that vanished off the coast of Alaska carrying 10 people. The bodies of three people were found.
February 8, 2025 at 2:01 AM
VIDEO: Officials: Plane wreckage found after desperate search in Alaska
February 7, 2025 at 6:10 PM

Falling space debris is increasingly threatening airplanes, researchers say

Space debris from rocket bodies orbiting Earth could pose an increased threat of striking aircraft as it falls from space, according to new research.
February 7, 2025 at 6:10 PM
In this June 5, 2024, file photo, this image comprised of multiple exposures shows a satellite-filled sky.
February 7, 2025 at 3:18 PM

Airline passenger breaks window, restrained by other passengers

A man aboard a Frontier Airlines flight was restrained by fellow passengers on Wednesday after damaging the plane window, officials said.
February 7, 2025 at 3:18 PM
Frontier Airlines Airbus A320-251N, featuring Cookie the Oriole takes off from Los Angeles International Airport on January 24, 2025 in Los Angeles.
February 6, 2025 at 2:55 PM

Recent plane crashes spark alarm toward air travel safety

After two deadly plane crashes in the past week, it's not uncommon for travelers to feel apprehensive about airline travel, experts say.
February 6, 2025 at 2:55 PM
LSG Sky Chefs catering is loaded onto an American Airlines Group Inc. plane at Dallas-Fort Worth International Airport (DFW) in Grapevine, Tex., Friday, April 6, 2018.
February 6, 2025 at 2:00 AM

Passenger restrained on Frontier Airlines flight from Denver to Houston

Terrifying moments on a Frontier Airlines flight from Denver to Houston: A passenger became combative and cracked a window, before others had to restrain him, authorities said.
February 6, 2025 at 2:00 AM
VIDEO: Passenger restrained on Frontier Airlines flight from Denver to Houston
February 6, 2025 at 1:06 AM

Japan Airlines flight hits tail of parked Delta plane at Sea-Tac Airport

No one was injured, the Seattle-Tacoma International Airport said.
February 6, 2025 at 1:06 AM
No one was injured, the Seattle-Tacoma International Airport said.
February 5, 2025 at 7:55 PM

Pilots, air traffic controllers flagged safety concerns at Reagan National Airport

Some of the reports warned that the flight space was "an accident waiting to happen" with others describing scenarios eerily close to last week's crash.
February 5, 2025 at 7:55 PM
A crane lifts a piece of American Airlines flight 5342 from the Potomac River during recovery efforts in Arlington, Va., Feb. 03, 2025.
February 3, 2025 at 3:01 PM

United flight evacuated after engine fire

The 104 passengers and crew members were safely evacuated after flames were seen bursting out of the wing of a United Airlines flight headed from Houston to New York City.
February 3, 2025 at 3:01 PM
VIDEO: United flight evacuated after engine fire
February 1, 2025 at 3:35 AM

What to know about the deadly American Airlines and Black Hawk helicopter collision

An Army Black Hawk helicopter collided with a regional jet near Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport on Wednesday evening, U.S. officials confirmed to ABC News.
February 1, 2025 at 3:35 AM
The U.S. Coast Guard and multiple partner agencies respond to the plane crash in the Potomac River, on Jan. 30, 2025.
February 1, 2025 at 1:26 AM

Pilot reassures passengers of safety commitment before takeoff

An American Airlines pilot reassured any passengers nervous of flying in a heartfelt pre-flight announcement following the tragic D.C plane crash.
February 1, 2025 at 1:26 AM
Leighton Mixon, a passenger aboard an American Airlines flight, shared the pilot's reassuring words.
January 29, 2025 at 8:55 AM

Passengers, crew escape as plane catches fire moments before takeoff

Smoke filled the Air Busan flight’s cabin moments before takeoff at a South Korean airport on Tuesday. The incident happened a month after the deadliest aviation disaster in the country's history.
January 29, 2025 at 8:55 AM
VIDEO: Passengers, crew escape as plane catches fire moments before takeoff
January 28, 2025 at 4:35 AM

American Airlines employee fatally struck by airport ramp vehicle

The incident occurred Monday morning at Charlotte Douglas International Airport in North Carolina, according to officials.
January 28, 2025 at 4:35 AM
The incident occurred Monday morning at Charlotte Douglas International Airport in North Carolina, according to officials.
January 28, 2025 at 1:23 AM

American Airlines employee at North Carolina airport fatally struck on the job

An American Airlines employee was fatally struck by an airport ramp vehicle on Monday morning, according to officials.
January 28, 2025 at 1:23 AM
An American Airlines flight takes off from Los Angeles International Airport, Jan. 24, 2025, in Los Angeles.
January 27, 2025 at 11:39 AM

38 injured on United Airlines flight to DC 

New video shows frightening moments onboard a United Airlines flight bound for Washington, D.C., after what officials are calling a “technical issue” occurred. 
January 27, 2025 at 11:39 AM
VIDEO: 38 injured on United Airlines flight to DC 
January 26, 2025 at 4:55 AM

Senators demand answers on rising airline fees

Members of Congress are demanding an explanation from two budget carriers over “skyrocketing fees.”
January 26, 2025 at 4:55 AM
Members of Congress are demanding an explanation from two budget carriers over “skyrocketing fees.”
January 26, 2025 at 2:29 AM

Spirit Airlines updates passenger conduct guidelines

Spirit Airlines has revised its "contract of carriage" to include updated guidelines for passenger conduct and attire.
January 26, 2025 at 2:29 AM
File image of Spirit Airlines Airbus A320 preparing for landing at Chicago O'Hare International Airport.
January 23, 2025 at 7:29 PM

Ice block allegedly linked to JetBlue plane crashes into LA home, prompting lawsuit

Los Angeles residents Michael Reese and Leah Ferrarini are suing JetBlue for $1 million over the incident at their Inglewood home in January 2024.
January 23, 2025 at 7:29 PM
A JetBlue plane takes off from Los Angeles International Airport on Jan. 3, 2025 in Los Angeles, California.
January 23, 2025 at 4:27 PM

Investigation underway after plane cabin filled with smoke

Authorities are investigating after the cabin of a passenger jet that took off from Boston earlier this week filled with smoke.
January 23, 2025 at 4:27 PM
VIDEO: Investigation underway after plane cabin filled with smoke
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Plane makes emergency landing in Boston when cabin fills with smoke

A plane made an emergency landing in Boston after thick smoke filled the cockpit and cabin 30 minutes into a flight to Hong Kong.
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VIDEO: Plane makes emergency landing in Boston when cabin fills with smoke
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TSA alerted authorities to Southwest pilot's alleged drunkenness

Pilot David Allsop was removed from the cockpit of the plane he was set to fly from Savannah to Chicago on Wednesday. He was arrested and charged with driving under the influence.
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VIDEO: TSA alerted authorities to Southwest pilot's alleged drunkenness
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Allegedly intoxicated Southwest Airlines pilot arrested at airport ahead of flight

Southwest Airlines confirmed the pilot had been removed from duty and apologized to customers whose travel plans were disrupted.
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In this file photo, a Southwest Airlines plane prepares to land at Midway International Airport, Feb. 12, 2023, in Chicago.
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Intoxicated Southwest pilot arrested at Georgia airport: Police

The flight, which was scheduled to fly from Savannah to Chicago on Wednesday, was delayed several hours after the pilot was arrested for alleged DUI.
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VIDEO: Intoxicated Southwest pilot arrested at Georgia airport: Police
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Planes’ mid-air close call under investigation by FAA

Images show United and Delta jets coming dangerously close to each other while landing in Phoenix, Arizona.
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VIDEO: Planes’ mid-air close call under investigation by FAA
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Cockpit warning prevents Delta, United planes from colliding over Phoenix airport

The planes were 1,217 feet horizontally and 875 feet vertically separated at their closest points on Saturday, according to FlightRadar24. Someone on the ground captured the moment on their phone.
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VIDEO: Cockpit warning prevents Delta, United planes from colliding over Phoenix airport
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Delta flight evacuated on tarmac after takeoff aborted

Delta Flight 2668 was traveling from Atlanta to Minneapolis-St. Paul when it suspended takeoff after "an indication of an engine issue," the airline said.
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Passengers evacuate on slides after a Delta flight aborted takeoff due to an engine issue at Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport in Atlanta, Jan. 10, 2025.
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American Airlines plane clips tail of United plane on taxiway at Chicago airport

The FAA said it’s investigating after the wing of an American Airlines plane clipped the tail of a United Airlines aircraft as both planes were preparing for takeoff. No one was hurt.
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VIDEO: American Airlines plane clips tail of United plane on taxiway at Chicago airport
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2 found dead in JetBlue landing gear compartment after flight, airline says

It was unclear how they accessed the aircraft, JetBlue said.
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A JetBlue plane takes off from Los Angeles International Airport on Jan. 3, 2025 in Los Angeles, California.
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New video shows Master Sgt. Matthew Livelsberger pouring racing fuel in Cybertruck

A new video released by authorities in Las Vegas shows Master Sgt. Matthew Livelsberger preparing for the Cybertruck explosion outside the Trump Hotel.
1 month ago
VIDEO: New video shows Master Sgt. Matthew Livelsberger pouring racing fuel in Cybertruck
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2 men found dead in landing gear of JetBlue plane at Fort Lauderdale Airport

Two men were discovered dead in the landing gear compartment of a JetBlue plane in Florida during a routine post-flight inspection on Monday.
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VIDEO: 2 men found dead in landing gear of JetBlue plane at Fort Lauderdale Airport
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2 found dead in JetBlue landing gear compartment after flight, airline says

The bodies were discovered Monday evening during a "routine post-flight maintenance inspection" at Fort Lauderdale-Hollywood International Airport, the airline said. ABC News’ Ike Ejiochi reports.
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VIDEO: 2 found dead in JetBlue landing gear compartment after flight, airline says
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Two people found dead inside landing gear bay of JetBlue flight

The bodies of two people were found at Fort Lauderdale-Hollywood International Airport on Monday evening, according to JetBlue.
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VIDEO: Two people found dead inside landing gear bay of JetBlue flight
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Video shows Air Canada plane making fiery landing in Nova Scotia

A passenger's video shows a plane wing on fire following a landing gear failure while arriving at Stanfield International Airport in Nova Scotia, Canada.
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VIDEO: Video shows Air Canada plane making fiery landing in Nova Scotia
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Major storms cause air travel disruptions

Storms are causing major disruptions for air travel, with nearly 8,000 flights canceled or delayed in the U.S. ABC News' Alex Presha reports from Washington, D.C.
1 month ago
VIDEO: Major storms cause air travel disruptions
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Major airlines offering storm waivers to travelers ahead of storm

As the final weekend of the holiday season starts to wrap up, airlines are bracing for travel delays or cancellations due to the major winter storm.
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VIDEO: Major airlines offering storm waivers to travelers ahead of storm
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JetBlue fined $2M for chronically late flights

This is the first time the Department of Transportation has fined an airline for repeated delays.
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JetBlue fined $2M for chronically late flights
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DOT fines JetBlue $2 million

ABC’s Alexis Christoforous joins GMA to discuss what this means for the industry.
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VIDEO: DOT fines JetBlue $2 million
2 months ago

Azerbaijan Airlines crash probe looks into Russian air control conduct, source says

The probe into the Azerbaijan Airlines crash in Kazakhstan is examining the conduct of air traffic controllers after the aircraft encountered difficulty, a source said.
2 months ago
Emergency specialists work at the crash site of an Azerbaijan Airlines passenger jet near the Kazakh city of Aktau on Dec. 25, 2024.
2 months ago

Investigators comb runway, searching for answers in deadly South Korean plane crash

After a deadly plane crash in South Korea, authorities are conducting a full investigation on 101 of the same model of aircraft that are operating in six local airlines.
2 months ago
Police forensics personnel and National Bureau of Investigation officials work at the scene where a Jeju Air Boeing 737-800 aircraft crashed and burst into flames at Muan International Airport in Muan, South Korea, on Dec. 31, 2024.
2 months ago

1 of 2 survivors of deadly South Korea jet crash is alert and talking

A flight attendant, one of just two survivors of the Jeju Air plane crash in South Korea on Sunday that killed 179 people, is awake and talking, a hospital official said.
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Firefighters and rescue personnel work near the wreckage of a Jeju Air Boeing 737-800 series aircraft after the plane crashed and burst into flames at Muan International Airport in South Jeolla Province, Dec. 29, 2024.
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Near-miss between 2 planes at LAX caught on video

Air traffic controllers told a Key Lime Air flight to stop just before crossing a runway right as a Delta plane was taking off. The incident, which happened on Friday, is under investigation.
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VIDEO: Near-miss between 2 planes at LAX caught on video