Airport News & Updates - Page 98

Dog called 'Cutest Canine' by TSA retires in Minnesota after 10 years of service: 'Best defense'

September 6, 2022

Dog called 'Cutest Canine' by TSA retires in Minnesota after 10 years of service: 'Best defense'

A dog and handler are retiring from the Transportation Security Administration after working together at the Minneapolis−Saint Paul International Airport.

Man dies in car crash inside Phoenix airport parking garage

September 6, 2022

Man dies in car crash inside Phoenix airport parking garage

A man died after crashing his car against a wall on the roof level of the Phoenix airport parking garage. Authorities are still investigating the cause of the fatal crash.

Tupelo pilot: Who is Cory Patterson?

September 3, 2022

Tupelo pilot: Who is Cory Patterson?

Cory Patterson, the Tupelo pilot who stole an aircraft, worked at the regional airport for ten years as a lineman and it does not appear that he has a pilots license.

Milan Airport dogs sniff out 30 pounds of cocaine hidden in wheelchair

September 2, 2022

Milan Airport dogs sniff out 30 pounds of cocaine hidden in wheelchair

A drug-sniffing dog led police at a Milan airport to find 30 pounds of cocaine stuffed into the upholstery of a motorized wheelchair.

Airport baggage handler dies in freak accident after her hair gets caught in conveyor belt

September 1, 2022

Airport baggage handler dies in freak accident after her hair gets caught in conveyor belt

GAT Airline Ground Support baggage handler Jermani Thompson was killed at a New Orleans airport when her hair got caught in a conveyor belt while she was unloading bags from a flight.

Holiday travel quiz! How well do you know these facts about Labor Day travel and more?

August 29, 2022

Holiday travel quiz! How well do you know these facts about Labor Day travel and more?

As Labor Day approaches, the unofficial end of summer is almost here. Test your holiday travel knowledge in this fun, interactive lifestyle quiz. See if you get these facts about travel right!

Temporary ground stop issued at New York's LaGuardia Airport due to law enforcement activity: FAA

August 18, 2022

Temporary ground stop issued at New York's LaGuardia Airport due to law enforcement activity: FAA

Travelers took to social media Wednesday night to say they were stuck on planes at LaGuardia Airport. The FAA said a ground stop was issued due to law enforcement activity.

Las Vegas airport flights grounded after ‘unfounded’ reports of shooting spark panic

August 14, 2022

Las Vegas airport flights grounded after ‘unfounded’ reports of shooting spark panic

Las Vegas police said reports of a shooting at Harry Reid International Airport were unfounded, but an unruly subject was taken into custody and a loud noise sent crowds running.

New footage reveals tense moments when plane crashed on California highway

August 10, 2022

New footage reveals tense moments when plane crashed on California highway

New video shows the moments a single-engine Pipe PA-32 attempted an emergency landing on a California freeway, striking a barrier and bursting into flames upon impact.

Los Angeles Sparks players speak out after being stuck at airport following canceled flight

August 9, 2022

Los Angeles Sparks players speak out after being stuck at airport following canceled flight

Some Los Angeles Sparks players spent the night at Dulles International Airport on Sunday after their commercial flight was delayed several times before being canceled.