Airlines - Page 16

December 17

Air traffic control towers will 'never' reach full staffing levels under current system, FAA chief says

FAA chief says air traffic control towers will "never" reach full staffing under current system, calling it "chronically understaffed."

December 16

'Massive' rat spotted running through airplane forces cancellation of vacation flight

Shocking video shows rat scurrying through KLM flight cabin from Amsterdam to the Caribbean, forcing airline to cancel connecting flight to Bonaire for safety.

December 16

Unusual airport amenity gains traction as part of healthy travel push: 'Makes a world of difference'

Travel expert who flies 250,000-plus miles yearly reveals his pick for top airport shower location — plus shares insider tips for using lounge facilities during layovers and long-haul trips.

December 15

JetBlue pilot calls Air Force near-miss 'outrageous' after tanker crosses flight path

JetBlue flight from Curaçao to New York narrowly avoided mid-air collision with U.S. Air Force tanker near Venezuela, forcing evasive action during climb.

December 13

Want to avoid getting sick on a plane this holiday season? Medical expert reveals best seat

To avoid getting sick during Christmas flights this holiday season, a medical expert shared her suggestion for the best airplane seat to choose to stay healthy.

December 12

Airline passenger attempted to open plane door in mid-air, authorities say

A passenger on a Cathay Pacific flight from Boston to Hong Kong was arrested this week after trying to open a door on the aircraft mid-flight, officials said.

December 11

Pilot program at major airport tracks movement, approves international flyers' identity

Orlando International Airport tests 90-day biometric program serving 155,695 daily passengers, eliminating passports on select international flights.

December 10

Transportation Secretary Duffy pushes for exercise areas, nursing pods at airports

Transportation Secretary Sean Duffy and nutrition and fitness specialist Dr. Paul Saladino discuss the Trump administration’s $1 billion airport upgrade plan on ‘Fox & Friends.’

December 10

New cockpit audio reveals chaos as off-duty Alaska Airlines pilot tried to shut engines off mid-flight

New cockpit audio reveals tense moments as former Alaska Airlines pilot on mushrooms tried shutting down engines mid-flight, forcing emergency Portland landing.

December 10

Newly released Amelia Earhart documents reveal vivid details of Japan's role in search for doomed aviator

Amelia Earthart documents were recently released by the National Archives, revealing Japan's role in the search and Franklin D. Roosevelt's cost justifications for the project.