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

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.

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

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.

Major airline announces return of cult-favorite snack

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.

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

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.

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

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.

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

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.

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

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.

Philadelphia police identify seventh victim in fatal medical jet crash

February 5, 2025

Philadelphia police identify seventh victim in fatal medical jet crash

Philadelphia police have identified the seventh victim who died in a medevac jet crash in Philadelphia last week.

Flight passenger witnesses luggage buckled into 1st-class seat, igniting social media debate

February 4, 2025

Flight passenger witnesses luggage buckled into 1st-class seat, igniting social media debate

A Reddit user is sparking an online debate after posting a photo of a suitcase, instead of a passenger, strapped into a first-class airline seat on a California flight.

Airplane wing strikes tug vehicle at Chicago airport, leaving driver hospitalized

February 2, 2025

Airplane wing strikes tug vehicle at Chicago airport, leaving driver hospitalized

The wing of an American Airlines plane struck a tug vehicle at O’Hare International Airport and sent the driver to the hospital.