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March 11

Homeland Security reactivates major Global Entry program for travelers amid shutdown

The Global Entry program resumes amid government shutdown as spring break travelers face massive airport delays and reported 3.5-hour wait times at major hubs.

March 11

171 million travelers face airport delays as Democrats' DHS shutdown hits TSA staffing, Scalise warns

Airports across the U.S. are seeing long security lines as the DHS shutdown impacts TSA staffing, with 171 million travelers expected to fly in coming weeks.

March 11

Airlines may cut flight schedules as Iran tensions drive up fuel costs, experts warn

The Iran conflict is threatening to drive up airfares as fuel costs surge. Travel experts urge booking spring and summer trips early while fares remain affordable.

March 10

Major airline suspends Abu Dhabi flights until end of year amid airspace 'uncertainty'

UAE flights are suspended after British Airways, Lufthansa cancel service to Dubai and Abu Dhabi amid the latest Middle East tensions. Airports are restricting access.

March 10

DHS shutdown forces airports to tell travelers to arrive 4 hours early amid massive delays

The DHS shutdown is causing massive airport delays, with wait times reaching 3.5 hours at some major hubs. Officers work without pay as funding lapse continues.

March 9

Shutdown sparks flight chaos as TSA lines spill into parking lots with 3-hour waits or longer

Airport security lines reach 3.5 hours at major hubs as TSA staffing shortages cause massive delays and missed flights amid ongoing government shutdown.

March 9

Southwest flight diverted after passenger scare as security incidents rattle US airports

Multiple airline security scares disrupted weekend travel across several airports, though authorities found no credible threats in any incidents.

March 8

Actor and former 'SNL' star slams major airline for his seat downgrade: ‘I paid for first class’

An actor and comedian has alleged that American Airlines downgraded him from first class to economy on a red-eye flight, sparking controversy over airline practices.

March 6

Major airline reportedly considers deluxe cleaning for premium seats only as passengers vent online

Southwest Airlines is considering a cleaning policy that would deep-clean premium seats between flights, while leaving coach cabins relatively untouched.

March 5

Private flights account for 30% of departures from Oman airport as wealthy evacuate Middle East

Private flights account for more than 30% of departures from Oman's main airport as Middle East evacuation efforts intensify amid conflict escalation.