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November 22, 2024 at 3:28 PM

American Airlines cracks down on line jumpers at gate

Just in time for the holiday travel rush, the airline is sounding the alarm on travelers who try to cut the line by boarding early.
November 22, 2024 at 3:28 PM
VIDEO: American Airline cracks down on line jumpers at gate
November 22, 2024 at 3:26 PM

US budget airlines are struggling. Will pursuing premium passengers solve their problems?

Delta and United Airlines have become the most profitable U.S. airlines by targeting premium customers while also winning a significant share of budget travelers
November 22, 2024 at 3:26 PM
FILE - A Frontier Airlines jet takes off from Denver International Airport on July 5, 2022, in Denver. (AP Photo/David Zalubowski, File)
November 22, 2024 at 2:04 PM

American Airlines rolls out new technology to crack down on boarding zones

After successful testing American Airlines is rolling out new technology to crack down on passengers boarding with the wrong group ahead of the Thanksgiving travel rush.
November 22, 2024 at 2:04 PM
Travelers in the American Airlines check-in area at San Francisco International Airport (SFO) in San Francisco, California, Oct. 21, 2024.
November 22, 2024 at 3:22 AM

Cutting in line? American Airlines' new boarding tech might stop you at now over 100 airports

Sneaking a little ahead of line to get on that plane faster
November 22, 2024 at 3:22 AM
FILE - A passenger talks on the phone with American Airlines jets parked behind him at Washington's Ronald Reagan National Airport in Washington, Jan. 25, 2016. (AP Photo/Susan Walsh, File)
November 21, 2024 at 1:46 AM

Passengers duct tape man who allegedly tried to open door on flight: Officials

The incident took place on an American Airlines flight 1915 from Milwaukee from Dallas on Tuesday morning. The man allegedly rushed a flight attendant, and passengers jumped in to help restrain him.
November 21, 2024 at 1:46 AM
VIDEO: Passengers duct tape man who allegedly tried to open door on flight: Officials
November 21, 2024 at 12:37 AM

Unruly passenger restrained with duct tape during flight: Officials

A group of passengers sprung into action after a man allegedly tried to open the cabin door mid-flight during a trip to Dallas, officials said.
November 21, 2024 at 12:37 AM
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.
November 19, 2024 at 7:29 PM

What does the Spirit Airlines bankruptcy mean for airfares?

Operations will continue while bankruptcy proceedings unfold, Spirit Airlines said.
November 19, 2024 at 7:29 PM
A Spirit Airlines aircraft prepares to depart from the Austin-Bergstrom International Airport on Nov. 13, 2024 in Austin, Texas.
November 18, 2024 at 5:01 PM

Spirit Airlines files for Chapter 11 bankruptcy protection

A federal judge had blocked the budget airline's proposed merger with JetBlue.
November 18, 2024 at 5:01 PM
A Spirit Airlines aircraft prepares to depart from the Austin-Bergstrom International Airport on Nov. 13, 2024, in Austin, Texas.
November 18, 2024 at 4:46 PM

Spirit Airlines files for Chapter 11 bankruptcy protection

ABC News’ Alexis Christoforous reports on the latest business headlines.
November 18, 2024 at 4:46 PM
VIDEO: Spirit Airlines files for Chapter 11 bankruptcy protection
November 18, 2024 at 3:20 PM

Southwest plane struck by gunfire in Dallas

Authorities are investigating after a Southwest plane in Dallas was struck by gunfire while preparing for takeoff.
November 18, 2024 at 3:20 PM
VIDEO: Southwest plane struck by gunfire in Dallas
November 16, 2024 at 8:46 PM

Bullet strikes Southwest Airlines plane without injuries at Dallas airport

A bullet has struck the body of a Southwest Airlines airplane preparing for departure from a Dallas airport, forcing the cancellation of the evening flight
November 16, 2024 at 8:46 PM
FILE - A Southwest Airlines plane moves to depart from Love Field in Dallas, July 25, 2024. (AP Photo/LM Otero, File)
November 16, 2024 at 3:56 PM

Southwest Airlines plane struck by gunfire

Authorities say gunfire struck the plane’s rights side near the cockpit while getting ready to take off from Dallas Love Field Airport.
November 16, 2024 at 3:56 PM
VIDEO: Southwest Airlines plane struck by gunfire
November 16, 2024 at 3:24 PM

Southwest aircraft struck by bullet in Texas

No injuries were reported as the plane was headed for Indianapolis with passengers on board.
November 16, 2024 at 3:24 PM
VIDEO: Southwest aircraft struck by bullet in Texas
November 16, 2024 at 1:54 AM

Southwest plane forced to evacuate after cell phone, airplane seat catch fire

Two people were injured after a Southwest flight headed to Houston from Denver was evacuated due to a burning cell phone.
November 16, 2024 at 1:54 AM
VIDEO: Southwest plane forced to evacuate after cell phone, airplane seat catch fire
November 15, 2024 at 4:36 PM

American Airlines flight narrowly avoids mountain with 'expedited climb'

The plane had just departed from Honolulu International Airport and was on its way to Los Angeles International Airport.
November 15, 2024 at 4:36 PM
The plane had just departed from Honolulu International Airport and was on its way to Los Angeles International Airport.
November 15, 2024 at 3:38 PM

American Airlines plane performs 'expedited climb' to avoid mountain in Hawaii

The plane had just departed from Honolulu International Airport and was on its way to Los Angeles International Airport.
November 15, 2024 at 3:38 PM
An American Airlines Airbus A321 ascends for a cross-country flight on September 19, 2024.
November 15, 2024 at 1:31 PM

Alaska Airlines flight turns around due to severe turbulence

Alaska Airlines Flight 309 made an emergency landing at Los Angeles International Airport after reporting an issue with one of its landing gears.
November 15, 2024 at 1:31 PM
VIDEO: Alaska Airlines flight turns around due to severe turbulence
November 15, 2024 at 9:22 AM

Severe turbulence forces US-bound flight to make unusual U-turn

The Scandinavian Airlines plane encountered turbulence over Greenland and descended more than 8,000 feet before turning back Thursday. It was traveling from Stockholm, Sweden, to Miami. 
November 15, 2024 at 9:22 AM
Severe turbulence forces US-bound flight to make unusual U-turn
November 13, 2024 at 8:04 PM

What is check-in chicken? Travel experts weigh in on viral seat assignment tactic

What experts say about the air travel trend of "check-in chicken," that one blogger claimed can help get the best seat available for flights.
November 13, 2024 at 8:04 PM
A plane is seen in an undated stock photo.
November 13, 2024 at 3:33 PM

Spirit Airlines prepares for bankruptcy protection

The budget airlines said it is in active and constructive negotiations with note holders over the company’s restructuring.
November 13, 2024 at 3:33 PM
VIDEO: Spirit Airlines prepares for bankruptcy protection
November 12, 2024 at 10:20 PM

FAA bans US flights to Haiti for 30 days after planes struck by gunfire

Flights into and out of Port-au-Prince, Haiti, were suspended by American Arilines, Spirit and JetBlue after planes were struck by gunfire.
November 12, 2024 at 10:20 PM
A police officer patrols outside Toussaint Louverture International Airport after airlines suspended flights, in Port-au-Prince, Haiti, Oct. 25, 2024.
November 12, 2024 at 7:16 PM

What to know about potential holiday flight delays

ABC News chief transportation correspondent Gio Benitez debriefs on the latest potential air traffic controller shortage.
November 12, 2024 at 7:16 PM
VIDEO: What to know about potential holiday flight delays
November 12, 2024 at 3:01 PM

Major airlines working with Apple to track luggage with AirTags, Find My technology

Apple has announced it will work with 15 airlines that plan to use Find My technology to locate missing bags.
November 12, 2024 at 3:01 PM
In this undated stock photo, a woman is seen dropping off her luggage at the check-in counter of an airport.
November 12, 2024 at 1:41 PM

Airlines team up with Apple to track AirTags for lost luggage

Apple announced that the Find My app will allow users to generate a “share item location” link that they can give to some participating airline customer service departments.
November 12, 2024 at 1:41 PM
VIDEO: Airlines team up with Apple to track AirTags for lost luggage
November 12, 2024 at 12:31 PM

Spirit Airlines and JetBlue planes struck by gunfire in Haiti

Flights into and out of Port-au-Prince, Haiti, were suspended after a Spirit Airlines plane was struck by gunfire while attempting to land there.
November 12, 2024 at 12:31 PM
File image of Spirit Airlines Airbus A320 preparing for landing at Chicago O'Hare International Airport.
November 12, 2024 at 2:56 AM

Spirit Airlines plane struck by gunfire

A spray of bullets diverted a Spirit Airlines flight from Fort Lauderdale, Florida, as it was attempting to land in Port-au-Prince, Haiti, according to the Haitian National Office of Civil Aviation. 
November 12, 2024 at 2:56 AM
Spirit Airlines plane struck by gunfire
November 2, 2024 at 3:15 PM

Airlines required to issues automatic refunds for delayed, cancelled flights

The Department of Transportation’s new airline regulations are now in effect requiring airlines to issue automatic refunds for canceled or long-delayed flights.
November 2, 2024 at 3:15 PM
VIDEO: Airlines required to issues automatic refunds for delayed, cancelled flights
October 31, 2024 at 2:12 PM

Passenger brutally attacked on United flight

The FAA is investigating after a deaf and nonverbal man was assaulted by another passenger during a flight from San Francisco to Washington, D.C., on Monday.
October 31, 2024 at 2:12 PM
VIDEO: Passenger brutally attacked on United flight
October 30, 2024 at 7:32 PM

What to know about new policy on automatic refunds for canceled flights

What to know about the new Department of Transportation rules for airlines issuing refunds for cancellations and major changes.
October 30, 2024 at 7:32 PM
In this July 19, 2024, file photo, flight information is seen on a display screen at Ronald Regan Washington National Airport in Washington, D.C.
1 month ago

American Airlines cracks down on line-cutting passengers at the gate

American is testing technology that would give what they call an “audible signal” when someone tries to board early and tells the gate agent which group they should be boarding with.
1 month ago
VIDEO: American Airlines cracks down on line-cutting passengers at the gate
1 month ago

Airport sparks debate with introduction of 'hug time' limit

An airport in New Zealand is asking travelers to limit their "hug times" in order to reduce congestion.
1 month ago
Dunedin Airport in New Zealand is introducing a three-minute “hug time” limit at the airport’s drop-off zone.
1 month ago

FAA investigates close call in the sky

A single engine Cessna and an American Airlines passenger jet came within 400 feet of each other at Austin Airport.
1 month ago
VIDEO: NTSB investigates close call in the sky 
1 month ago

FAA opens audit into runway incursions at 45 US airports

The decision comes after a series of near-miss incidents at some of the nation’s busiest airports.
1 month ago
VIDEO: FAA opens audit into runway incursions at 45 US airports
1 month ago

Turkish Airlines pilot dies midflight, prompting emergency landing at JFK

Capt. İlçehin Pehlivan "lost consciousness" flying from Seattle to Istanbul.
1 month ago
Turkish Airlines Boeing 777-300ER passenger aircraft lands at Pearson Airport in Toronto, Ontario, September 17, 2024.
1 month ago

Turkish Airlines jet makes emergency landing at JFK after pilot dies mid-air

The plane was flying from Seattle to Istanbul when it was diverted to New York City for an emergency landing after "one of the pilots suffered a medical emergency," according to the FAA.
1 month ago
VIDEO: Turkish Airlines jet makes emergency landing at JFK after pilot dies mid-air
1 month ago

Turkish Airlines flight makes emergency landing in NY after pilot dies midflight

The plane was traveling from Seattle to Istanbul when Capt. İlçehin Pehlivan lost consciousness, the airline said. He died before it landed at John F. Kennedy International Airport early Wednesday.
1 month ago
VIDEO: Turkish Airlines flight makes emergency landing in NY after pilot dies midflight
1 month ago

Florida airports shut down ahead of Milton

The Tampa, Fort Myers, Sarasota and Orlando airports are among those closing until Hurricane Milton passes over the state, officials said.
1 month ago
VIDEO: Florida airports shut down ahead of Milton
2 months ago

Authorities investigate after Frontier flight catches fire during emergency landing

The flight from San Diego to Las Vegas was in the process of landing on Saturday when the pilots detected smoke, the airline said. All passengers and crew were evacuated safely.
2 months ago
VIDEO: Authorities investigate after Frontier flight catches fire during emergency landing
2 months ago

Flames erupt from Frontier Airlines plane after hard landing in Las Vegas

The Frontier Airlines flight made an emergency landing at Harry Reid International Airport in Las Vegas when the pilots detected smoke and declared an emergency, according to Frontier.
2 months ago
VIDEO: Flames erupt from Frontier Airlines plane after hard landing in Las Vegas
2 months ago

Frontier Airlines jet appears to catch on fire while landing at Las Vegas airport

The aircraft landed safely and all passengers and crew were evacuated.
2 months ago
Frontier Flight 1326 made a rough landing with flames sparking from the wheels Saturday afternoon at Harry Reid International Airport in Las Vegas.
2 months ago

Video shows American Airlines passengers intervene in violent "altercation"

Video shows passengers and crew intervening to move a woman away from an allegedly violent man she was traveling with. Witnesses claimed he grabbed her very hard. He claimed self-defense in the video.
2 months ago
VIDEO: Video shows American Airlines passengers intervene in violent "altercation"
2 months ago

Airlines, cruises prepare for Hurricane Helene: Latest travel updates

Airlines and cruise lines have canceled some routes and updated itineraries as a result of Hurricane Helene that is set to hit Florida and the Southeast.
2 months ago
Waves from the Gulf of Mexico crash on shore as Hurricane Helene churns offshore on September 26, 2024 in St. Pete Beach, Florida.
2 months ago

NTSB, FAA launch investigation into narrowly avoided collision at Nashville airport

The FAA and NTSB are looking into the cause of planes near collisions at the Nashville International Airport and Atlanta.
2 months ago
An Alaska Airlines jet taking off in Nashville braked to a rapid stop on the runway to avoid a possible collision Thursday with a Southwest Airlines plane, and federal agencies are investigating the incident, Sept. 12, 2024.
2 months ago

Alaska Airlines and Southwest planes have close call at Nashville airport

An Alaska Airlines plane had to abruptly abort takeoff after a Southwest jet crossed in front of it.
2 months ago
VIDEO: Alaska Airlines and Southwest planes have close call at Nashville airport
2 months ago

Alaska Airlines plane aborts takeoff to avoid potential collision

The pilots applied the brakes to avoid hitting a Southwest Airlines jet on a runway at Tennessee's Nashville International Airport on Thursday.
2 months ago
VIDEO: Alaska Airlines plane aborts takeoff to avoid potential collision
2 months ago

Alaska Airlines pilot describes moment when door plug blew off plane

Pilot Emily Wiprud spoke out to CBS News about the moment the door plug blew off her aircraft in January.
2 months ago
VIDEO: Alaska Airlines pilot describes moment when door plug blew off plane
2 months ago

TSA weighs in on viral airport tray trend

A social media trend has travelers snapping photos of their artfully arranged TSA bins and sharing their airport tray aesthetics.
2 months ago
Tulsa International Airport participates in the viral airport tray trend.
2 months ago

Delta plane clips smaller jet on Atlanta runway

A Delta jet clipped a smaller plane on a taxiway at Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport on Tuesday, tearing the tail off the smaller plane, officials said.
2 months ago
VIDEO: Delta plane clips smaller jet on Atlanta runway
2 months ago

Delta flight clips another plane on taxiway, knocks off smaller plane's tail

A plane clipped a second plane on a taxiway at Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport on Tuesday morning, tearing the tail off the smaller plane.
2 months ago
An airplane with a damaged tail section is seen on the tarmac after a collision at the Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson International Airport, Sept. 10, 2024, in Atlanta.
2 months ago

Delta flight tears off plane's tail on Atlanta airport taxiway

The Tokyo-bound plane was taxiing for takeoff when its wingtip hit the Endeavor flight on Tuesday morning. No one was hurt, but the cause of the incident is under investigation.
2 months ago
VIDEO: Delta flight tears off plane's tail on Atlanta airport taxiway