Airport News & Updates - Page 119

May 21, 2020

Delta Air Lines to install 'safety barriers' at check-in lobbies and gates where carrier operates

Delta Air Lines is planning to “add another layer of safety at airports” by literally adding a layer of plexiglass between customers and crew.

May 21, 2020

TSA announces updated security protocol, new requirements for travelers in response to coronavirus pandemic

The new efforts are designed to increase physical distancing and decrease physical contact at airport security checkpoints.

May 20, 2020

United Airlines teams up with Clorox to launch 'CleanPlus' initiative, 'all-in-one' bag for passengers

United has updated its cleaning policy again as more states lift shelter-in-place orders.

May 18, 2020

Hong Kong implements tough coronavirus prevention measures for returning residents, including 7-hour airport screening

One woman documented her seven-hour wait to enter Hong Kong, just one coronavirus prevention measure being taken at the airport.

May 15, 2020

Las Vegas' McCarran International Airport 'first' to add PPE vending machines

There’s nothing worse than realizing you forgot to bring something to the airport.

May 11, 2020

Major Latin American airline files for bankruptcy as coronavirus pandemic grounds flights

One of Latin America's largest airlines filed for Chapter 11 bankruptcy protection Sunday in New York, saying the COVID-19 pandemic has devastated its business.

May 8, 2020

Marine speaks out after subduing unruly passenger on flight: 'We eventually decided to step in and help'

U.S. Marine Corps Capt. Daniel Kult joined "America's Newsroom" Friday to discuss his role in helping to detain a disruptive airline passenger, for which he has been hailed as a hero.

May 8, 2020

TSA officers now required to wear masks at all airport checkpoints

Passengers are also encouraged to wear facial protection while passing through checkpoints.

May 8, 2020

Southwest Airlines jet hits, kills person on runway in Texas, airport says

A Southwest Airlines jet struck and killed a person after landing on a runway in Austin, Texas on Thursday night, authorities said.

May 7, 2020

Los Angeles International Airport: Face coverings now required for all travelers, visitors

Yet another major airport is requiring all travelers to wear masks amid the coronavirus health crisis.