Airlines - Page 3

April 7

Hundreds stranded for days on remote island in freezing weather after emergency flight diversion

Passengers of British Airways said they were left stranded in freezing St. John's, Newfoundland, and blasted the airline over a lack of communication and assistance.

April 6

Flight passengers slam airlines for pushing early bag checks even with empty bins on board

Airline passengers say they're being forced to check their carry-on luggage even as empty overhead bins remain, fueling complaints about boarding practices.

April 6

Woman gives birth midflight as air traffic controller suggests fitting name for baby

A routine Caribbean Airlines flight from Kingston, Jamaica to New York turned into a midair delivery after a passenger went into labor onboard.

April 4

New study reveals in-flight risks and dangers for millions of older travelers on planes

A new study from scientists in Canada suggests airlines should strategically seat elderly passengers to improve evacuation times, as aging populations pose new safety challenges.

April 3

Flight passengers are paying strangers to stand in long TSA lines as chaos drags on

Line-standing services are grabbing attention as travelers face hours-long TSA waits at airports still recovering from the DHS shutdown and officer shortages.

April 2

American Airlines flight diverted to Detroit after passenger allegedly makes ominous threat

American Airlines flight made an emergency landing in Detroit after a passenger allegedly made a false bomb threat, according to federal authorities.

April 2

Airline cracks down on crew's weight, fitness and health, warning some staff could be pulled from flights

Cabin crew at Air India could face unpaid leave under a new health and fitness policy, with those classified as obese via BMI removed from flight rosters, according to reports.

April 2

Passengers screamed 'turn around' as flames shot from Delta jet engine moments after takeoff

Passengers screamed as flames shot from an engine on Delta Flight 104 after takeoff from São Paulo. The plane landed safely with no injuries.

April 1

WATCH: Airplane passenger captures sparks following takeoff

A passenger recorded video from inside a Delta Air Lines flight after an engine malfunctioned moments after takeoff in São Paulo, Brazil. (Aline Correa de Araujo via Storyful)

April 1

Stubborn stroller sparks chaotic airport showdown with baggage handlers in viral video

Two baggage handlers went viral after spending five minutes battling a baby stroller at Kansas City International Airport as watching travelers cheered them on. See the video.