Airport News & Updates - Page 47

November 30, 2024

Air traveler warns flyers not to place laptops in this common spot, prompting social media users to react

A woman on TikTok shared a video showing that her laptop broke on an airplane after she placed it in the seat pocket in front of her before a fellow passenger reclined.

November 29, 2024

Flight passengers visiting this vacation spot will have to pay a fee just to leave the islands

The Maldives has implemented a departure tax charging tourists on their flights out of airports on the islands, and will be increasing other tourist taxes beginning in January.

November 27, 2024

Flight passengers' ritual of touching airplane before boarding sparks mixed feelings among travelers

Many flight passengers who have a fear of flying participate in the popular ritual of touching an airplane before boarding. A travel expert weighs in as to why it's done.

November 26, 2024

California man allegedly checked suitcases containing meth-caked clothes and a cow pajama onesie: DOJ

A California man faces federal charges after he allegedly checked two suitcases into Los Angeles International Airport that contained clothing caked in methamphetamine.

November 26, 2024

Travelers at airports are playing 'check-in chicken' in latest flight-booking trend

A new airplane hack, "check-in chicken," has flyers getting better seats for free while waiting out the seat selection process. A travel expert weighs in on the travel trend.

November 25, 2024

American, Frontier planes clip wings at Logan International Airport in Boston

Officials confirmed that two planes operated by American Airlines and Frontier Airlines clipped wings on the tarmac at Logan International Airport in Boston on Monday.

November 25, 2024

Flight passenger ignites debate after posting photo of traveler's coat thrown over seat

A traveler who said he was flying on Delta posted a photo on Reddit showing that a passenger had their jacket draped over a seat, sparking a discussion in the comments section.

November 25, 2024

Hot travel gifts for the vacationer in your life: Top picks ahead of Christmas

Ahead of Christmas 2024, see this holiday gift guide focused on the traveler in your life. From smart luggage to carry-on totes, cozy slippers and more, consider these practical picks.

November 25, 2024

Take the turkey, leave the gravy: Thanksgiving food that TSA might confiscate at airport security

If you plan on flying home with tasty Thanksgiving leftovers, be sure to pack them in the correct suitcase or else the TSA might flag your festive food at the airport.

November 22, 2024

American Airlines passenger who helped restrain unruly traveler says situation was 'fight or flight'

Three American Airlines passengers flying from Milwaukee to Texas stepped in to help a flight attendant restrain a disruptive passenger who was trying to exit the plane mid-air.