Airport News & Updates - Page 39

February 17, 2025

Flight passenger says 'bold seat thief' refused to budge after rightful seat owner approached her

An airline traveler is calling out a seat squatter after flying out of Houston. The woman successfully took over a fellow passenger's seat, prompting social media users to react.

February 17, 2025

Plane catches fire at air show in Texas, 1 person injured: reports

An airplane caught on fire during an air show in Laredo, Texas, on Sunday, leaving one person injured in critical condition. The FAA is investigating.

February 15, 2025

Flight passenger's awkward seat assignment has travelers sounding off

An airline passenger posted a photo of his unique seat assignment on social media, which prompted other travelers to react. The flyer said his seat put him "halfway into the aisle."

February 13, 2025

Plane crashes spark renewed fear of flying: 10 causes of aviation disasters

Despite several aviation disasters across the U.S. in recent weeks and growing concerns about the safety of flying, an expert says air travelers have nothing to fear.

February 13, 2025

Flight passenger ignites debate after being told to 'climb over' seatmate for bathroom break

A flight passenger took to social media to ask for advice after being told to "climb over" a fellow flyer in order to exit the row for a bathroom break. An etiquette expert weighs in.

February 12, 2025

Major airline announces return of cult-favorite snack

United Airlines has announced the return of the Stroopwafel cookie, which is being offered in Economy on flights traveling over 300 miles. Social media users react.

February 12, 2025

Flight passenger says traveler paid $100 to swap seats because she felt 'claustrophobic'

An airline passenger took to Reddit to share a recent encounter with a fellow flyer who offered $100 to switch their window seat for the aisle seat. Social media users react.

February 11, 2025

Flight passenger 'bullied' after refusing to swap with seat squatter, triggers reactions on social media

A traveler says they encountered a seat squatter situation on a flight and fellow passengers got involved, encouraging the rightful seat owner to switch. Social media users react.

February 10, 2025

American Airlines flight returns to gate over passenger hotspot name mentioning 'bomb'

An American Airlines flight was delayed following an alert of suspicious activity on board, after a passenger's Wi-Fi hotspot name mentioned a bomb.

February 6, 2025

FAA, NTSB to brief senators on Washington, DC midair collision

The Federal Aviation Administration and National Transportation Safety Board are planning to brief senators just one week after a midair collision claimed the lives of 67 people.