Airport News & Updates - Page 22

Measles cases confirmed at four major US airports across country amid peak holiday travel

January 6, 2026

Measles cases confirmed at four major US airports across country amid peak holiday travel

Health officials confirmed measles exposure at four major airports as the CDC reported over 2,000 cases nationwide this year, prompting urgent public advisories.

Major airline expands passenger test that holds flights to help prevent missed connections

January 5, 2026

Major airline expands passenger test that holds flights to help prevent missed connections

A new AI system being tested by American Airlines helps delays flights to help passengers make their connections. The technology holds flights an average of 10 minutes.

Airlines cancel slew of Caribbean flights, are 'closely monitoring' situation amid Venezuela strikes

January 3, 2026

Airlines cancel slew of Caribbean flights, are 'closely monitoring' situation amid Venezuela strikes

A large-scale U.S. attack on Venezuela triggered Caribbean flight cancellations. Airlines are offering waivers; 16.8 million Americans visit the region annually.

World's most contagious virus detected at two major US airports amid holiday traffic

December 30, 2025

World's most contagious virus detected at two major US airports amid holiday traffic

A case of measles was detected at Newark airport in New Jersey during holiday travel — and at Logan in Boston. Health officials urge travelers to contact healthcare providers as needed.

Las Vegas tourism continues its slump, with flight passengers down nearly 10% even amid Grand Prix

December 29, 2025

Las Vegas tourism continues its slump, with flight passengers down nearly 10% even amid Grand Prix

New airport data reveals Las Vegas tourism declining with domestic passengers down nearly 10% in November despite Grand Prix drawing 300,000+ fans.

Your holiday travel plans could be ruined if you wear one particular item to the airport

December 24, 2025

Your holiday travel plans could be ruined if you wear one particular item to the airport

The TSA is advising holiday travelers to skip sparkly sweaters and sequined outfits at airport security checkpoints, as glittery clothing can trigger extra screening.

Jet crash carrying Libya’s top general triggers airspace shutdown over NATO capital

December 23, 2025

Jet crash carrying Libya’s top general triggers airspace shutdown over NATO capital

Turkey shuts down Ankara airspace after business jet carrying Libya's top military commander crashes. Ali Ahmed Al-Haddad is feared dead.

Flying for Christmas? Avoid 3 travel mistakes that ruin holiday trips and get people in trouble

December 22, 2025

Flying for Christmas? Avoid 3 travel mistakes that ruin holiday trips and get people in trouble

Three major travel issues can turn Christmas flights into chaos and add more stress than necessary, from overpacking to rude behavior, say former flight attendants.

Man rushed to hospital in apparent self-inflicted shooting at Atlanta airport

December 21, 2025

Man rushed to hospital in apparent self-inflicted shooting at Atlanta airport

Man suffers apparent self-inflicted gunshot wound at Atlanta's Hartsfield-Jackson Airport near baggage claim. Victim hospitalized, alert and conscious.

Airline passengers on 'Jetway Jesus' and 'miracle flights' accused of faking disabilities for better boarding

December 21, 2025

Airline passengers on 'Jetway Jesus' and 'miracle flights' accused of faking disabilities for better boarding

Social media users are blasting "Jetway Jesus" and "miracle flight" scams, as some passengers allegedly fake disabilities to board early on wheelchairs, then walk off unassisted.