Airport News & Updates - Page 48

November 21, 2024

American Airlines expands 'gate lice' crackdown to more than 100 airports

American Airlines is expanding its new technology to more than 100 airports to crack down on a travel trend known as "gate lice" ahead of the Thanksgiving holiday.

November 20, 2024

Airlines that offer bereavement fares: How to get the discount

When dealing with the death of a family member, travel may be required and some airlines like Delta, Hawaiian and more offer discounted flight fares with various policies attached.

November 19, 2024

'Fly' your own aircraft in US Air Force Academy hotel's first-ever flight simulators

Hotel Polaris at the U.S. Air Force Academy in Colorado Springs, Colorado, will launch three flight simulators for guests to experience what it's like to soar through the sky.

November 18, 2024

TSA intercepts loaded handgun found in flight crew member's carry-on at DC-area airport

TSA officers at Reagan National Airport in Arlington, Virginia, intercepted a loaded 9mm handgun from a flight crew member's carry-on baggage on Friday.

November 18, 2024

Flight attendant's viral video shows pilots landing in heavy rainstorm

A Norwegian Airlines flight attendant filmed the moment when pilots successfully landed a plane in a heavy rainstorm. The behind-the-scenes footage is now going viral on social media.

November 14, 2024

Judge orders airport to stop using major city in its name

A federal judge ruled on Tuesday that Oakland violated San Francisco's trademark and must immediately stop using the name "San Francisco Bay Oakland International Airport."

November 14, 2024

Airline passenger shares photo of 'reclined' seat debacle: 'Dude is in my lap'

A passenger paid for a first-class ticket on an American Airlines flight, but the seat in front of him trapped him in his chair, which led to the airline posting a public apology on X.

November 13, 2024

Flight passengers are making 'the gate escape' in attempt to avoid 'poor airport experiences'

Booking.com released its annual travel trends list for 2025, and some travelers seeking less stressful experiences at the airport. Here's what you need to know about "the gate escape."

November 12, 2024

British woman busted at Los Angeles airport with meth-soaked T-shirts: police

Myah Saakwa-Mante, a 20-year-old British university student, was caught at Los Angeles International Airport and arrested after allegedly attempting to smuggle T-shirts soaked with methamphetamine.

November 12, 2024

Major airlines will soon use Apple feature to help travelers track down lost luggage

Apple has announced a new feature allowing users to share the location of an AirTag or Find My network with third parties, including airlines, to help travelers locate lost luggage.