Airport News & Updates - Page 10

March 1

Out-of-control airline passenger caught on video ripping into flight crew in 'sad' meltdown

A Frontier Airlines passenger's profanity-filled meltdown went viral on TikTok, with over 2 million views as she screamed at crew members during a flight headed for Denver.

February 26

Tampa airport issues pajama ban, triggering social media firestorm over dress code controversy

Tampa International Airport sparked a viral controversy with a lighthearted X post about "banning pajamas" at the airport, igniting a heated social media debate.

February 24

Traveler slams 'awful' experience of canceled flights as budget airline announces creditor agreement

Outraged Spirit Airlines passengers face flight disruptions as the twice-bankrupt carrier struggles with staffing shortages, canceling 250-plus flights in February.

February 21

Trump airport renaming advances amid controversy. Here are others named for presidents

Trump would join Lincoln, Kennedy, Reagan and five other presidents with airports bearing their names if Florida's Palm Beach renaming plan moves forward.

February 20

President Donald J. Trump International Airport poised to come to Palm Beach under new bill

A Florida bill to rename Palm Beach International Airport after President Donald Trump advances to Gov. Ron DeSantis and the FAA for final approval.

February 20

Woman charged with animal abandonment after leaving dog tied at JetBlue counter at Las Vegas airport

A woman was arrested at a Las Vegas airport after tying her dog to a baggage sizer at a JetBlue ticket counter and walking away, police said.

February 19

Bullet discovered on commercial jet at major airport sparks security scare

A bullet found in a United Airlines overhead bin at Newark airport caused a scary security incident for passengers. The ammunition discovery caused a three-hour delay in departure.

February 19

Casinos brace as Las Vegas tourism plunges 7.5% in sharpest annual visitor decline outside COVID pandemic

The Las Vegas airport had 55 million passengers last year, while tourism plunged 7.5% from the prior year to just 38.5 million visitors — marking a stark contrast in travel trends.

February 18

JetBlue flight returns to Newark after engine failure, smoke prompts evacuation

JetBlue flight makes emergency return to Newark after engine failure and cockpit smoke. All passengers were safe after dramatic incident that halted operations.

February 16

Tourist arrested after destroying multiple check-in kiosks in Hong Kong airport rampage

Tourist arrested after smashing Hong Kong airport check-in kiosks with metal stanchion. Police reportedly detained the 35-year-old man Monday.