National Parks Service offers free lifetime pass for military veterans, Gold Star families
The free lifetime pass will be available starting on Veterans Day 2022, as a thank you to military personnel and their families for their service.
Airbnb to display total prices up front, end 'unreasonable' checkout tasks
“I’ve heard you loud and clear—you feel like prices aren’t transparent and checkout tasks are a pain,” Airbnb CEO Brian Chesky said in a statement.
Fly now, pay later: Here’s how you can book a flight but pay for it next year
With air travel demand rising, one California-based company lets customers book a flight without paying for their ticket upfront.
Airplane seat size: FAA wants public's comments on seating dimensions
A U.S. appeals court previously heard arguments from a flyer advocacy group urging it to order the FAA to set minimum seat dimensions on passenger planes.
3rd-largest railroad union rejects deal, renewing possibility of strike
The third largest railroad union rejected its deal with the railroads Monday — renewing the possibility of a strike that could cripple the economy — but before that could happen both sides will return to the bargaining table.
Major US airport websites go offline in apparent cyberattack
The apparent cyberattack hit websites for some major U.S. airports, including in Atlanta and Los Angeles, although officials said flights were not affected.
Spirit flight leaving Baltimore makes emergency landing minutes after takeoff
According to FlightAware, the plane took off at 8:35 p.m. and was back on the ground about 15 minutes later.
Hurricane Ian: How to get compensated if your flight was canceled
Major airlines are allowing passengers to rebook flights without a fee, but each airline’s travel waiver has different restrictions and deadlines.
New rule will reveal 'true cost' of airline tickets, White House says
President Joe Biden plans to announce a new initiative that would eventually allow consumers to see a more complete price on airline tickets before they buy them.
Detroit Metro Airport ranked 3rd for passenger satisfaction
Detroit Metro Airport was ranked third in passenger satisfaction among mega airports in North America.
United Airlines invests $15 million in flying taxis: 'Going to change the way we live'
In a few years, you may be able to hail a ride to the airport in an electric-powered air taxi.
United Airlines threatens to end service at major U.S. airport
United says if the FAA doesn't grant the airline additional flights, it will end service at the busiest New York-area airport in October.
Was your flight delayed or canceled? New online dashboard displays what U.S. airlines owe you
After a chaotic summer travel season, federal transportation officials are cracking down, forcing airlines to be more transparent when it comes to what they owe passengers if they cancel or delay a flight.
Baggage handler killed after hair gets tangled at New Orleans airport
The Jefferson Parish Coroner’s Office on Wednesday identified the victim as Jermani Thompson.
Pilot threatens to end flight after someone sent nudes via AirDrop: 'Quit sending naked pictures'
“If this continues while we’re on the ground, I’m going to have to pull back to the gate, everybody’s going to have to get off,” the pilot could be heard telling passengers in a viral TikTok video.
Air travel complaints up nearly 270% above pre-pandemic levels
With travel demand higher since COVID, air travel service complaints jumped nearly 270% from pre-pandemic levels in June 2019, according to a new DOT report.
Why now is the best time to book holiday air travel
A travel expert said the best time to buy holiday flights on a budget is in the next several weeks.
More flights canceled Saturday after two days of major disruptions
More than 1,600 flights were scrapped Friday in the worst day for cancellations since mid-June.
Airlines would have to give refunds for delayed flights under new rule proposal
The new rule would apply even to travelers who buy nonrefundable tickets.
Airline tickets dropping from summer highs, report says
Airfare prices surged earlier this summer. However, as we enter "shoulder season," travel website Hopper says prices will drop 25% from peak prices in May.