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FAA warns this Thanksgiving could bring record flight delays as travel surges to 15-year high
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November, 2025
Department of Transportation rolls out air travel ‘civility’ campaign
The FAA is limiting flight cancellations to 6% per day
More families opting for road trips over air travel this holiday season
Government shutdown ends, but limits remain on air travel
Air travel chaos spreads as FAA orders flight cuts amid government shutdown
October, 2025
JetBlue flight makes emergency landing after rapid loss of altitude
September, 2025
Travelers to feel effects of government shutdown
Airport satisfaction rises, despite crowded terminals and higher prices
Spirit Airlines is cutting flights amid industry pressure
Toxic fumes in airline cabins raise concerns
FAA proposes $3.1 million in fines against Boeing over safety violations
August, 2025
TSA bans cordless hair tools in checked bags — but live lobsters are OK
Passengers sue two airlines over ‘phantom window seats’
Trump Administration proposes sweeping changes to enable long-range drone deliveries
July, 2025
Severe turbulence sends 25 Delta Airlines passengers to the hospital
Spirit Airlines to lay off more than 260 pilots as it downsizes
Uber testing new feature that lets women choose female drivers
Southwest assigned seating coming in 2026, ending decades-long tradition
Another mid-air close call reported
IT issue grounded all Alaska Airlines flights late Sunday
Delta flight forced to make an emergency landing on Atlantic island
TSA ending shoes-off rule for air travel
Delta jet diverted after passenger’s battery catches fire
Trump orders higher national park fees for foreign tourists, rolls back diversity goals
June, 2025
A record number of Americans will travel over the July 4th holiday
NTSB finds Boeing failures caused door plug blowout on 737 Max 9
If you’re flying and own this smartphone, leave it at home
Why summer travel opens the door to cyberattacks
Silver Airways shuts down, suspends all flights, effective immediately
Flight restrictions at Newark Liberty Airport will remain through the summer
Vacationers to find cheap flights in 2025 after airlines cut forecasts
May, 2025
United, JetBlue launch joint loyalty program
Fly free no more - Southwest starts charging for bags
Americans are just longing to move to Portugal
Want to leave the U.S. behind? It can be done but the details matter
FAA Slashes Flights at Newark to Ease Delays
Southwest is implementing a new safety-first portable charger rule
Frustrated Newark air traffic controller airs safety concerns
Memorial Day weekend travel could set a record
How safe is America’s aging air traffic control system?
Safety concerns mount as Newark Airport faces an operational crisis
April, 2025
Only one US beach makes the list of ‘The World’s 50 Best Beaches’
Travelers aren’t canceling vacation plans, despite economic uncertainty
Airbnb cleaning fees are highest in these U.S. cities
Avelo Airlines to fly ICE deportation missions, sparking headwinds
The world's 10 busiest airports
American Airlines announces free Wi-Fi service for loyalty program members
Amtrak's destination murky as privatization debate gains steam
March, 2025
United Airlines will launch Starlink web service on regional jets in May
Highways only getting enough taxes in 3 states, analysis says
Frontier takes advantage of Southwest Airlines' policy changes
Southwest Airlines will begin charging for checked bags
FAA faces urgent challenges in upgrading aging air traffic control systems
February, 2025
Since January’s tragic crash in Washington, airline incidents have increased
January, 2025
December, 2024
Frontier Airlines will soon start offering a limited number of first class seats
November, 2024
Reminder: New federal rules give airline passengers more rights
AI and sports tourism are expected to be major travel trends in 2025
Nearly 80 million Americans expected to travel over the Thanksgiving holiday
Consumer groups weigh in on behalf of family seating on airlines
Americans expected to take more and longer holiday trips
American Airlines, JetBlue lose appeal to revive alliance coordinating flights, sharing profits
October, 2024
Airlines must now give refunds for canceled flights instantly
Lyft ordered to scale back its promises about driver earnings
American Airlines takes steps to deter ‘gate lice’
American Airlines fined $50 million for treatment of disabled passengers
Holiday travel: what to expect for Thanksgiving, Christmas and New Year’s
Disney announces new Lightning Lane Premier Pass at highest prices yet
Safety regulators will investigate safety at 45 US airports
Flying over the holidays and want to use points? Beware: values are shifting (again)!
Passport wait times have been cut by two weeks
Southwest Airlines’ new need for speed: turnaround times, boarding, baggage
Spirit Airlines looking at bankruptcy filing
New study finds 1 in 12 vacation rentals have hidden cameras
September, 2024
Southwest will soon tell you where to sit
Bogus GPS data leading airliners astray
Despite the crowds, summer travelers seemed to enjoy the airport experience
Alaska Airlines completes Hawaiian Airlines acquisition
Passports starting to go digital
The nation's airlines just got their report card. Who's passing and who isn't?
The other shoe has dropped regarding airlines rewards program
U.S. airports are in trouble. Here's how much money they need by state.
More older women are traveling solo these days. Why not you?
Planning on a fall foliage trip? There are places where you’ll be sadly disappointed.
August, 2024
Traveling over Labor Day? Here’s where things could go wrong.
Are we entering the golden era of cheap flights?
California residents will be able to add their driver's licenses to Google and Apple Wallet
Alaska, Hawaiian Airlines move one step closer to merger
Avoid these U.S. airports if you can
Fly all you want for three months for $299? Yes, on Frontier Airlines
Should you consider budget carriers over full-service airlines?
Southwest Airlines reveals more about its plans
Families should sit together on airliners without paying extra, feds say
July, 2024
Spirit Airlines updates its pricing structure, introduces business class seats
United flight diverted after the cabin crew began throwing up
Transportation Secretary Buttigieg reads angry Tweets about airlines
Delta will reimburse passengers for expenses during computer outage
Southwest Airlines to make impressive consumer-facing changes
American steps up for disabled travelers to better take care of their equipment
The 'Dirty Dozen' carry-on items that will get you pulled aside by TSA
Vrbo updates its unforeseen events policy
Delta CEO apologizes to travelers for the outage-related pause in flights
Would travel insurance have helped in the wake of the software outage?
Is airfare dropping like a rock? Sure seems like it.
Airlines soaring to new heights: cancellations down, passenger rights up
June, 2024
AAA predicts 71 million Americans will travel over the July 4th holiday
May, 2024
Southwest Airlines is making fare shopping a little easier
Traveling this summer? Experts offer some dos and don'ts.
Six ways your dream vacation could turn into a passport nightmare
Those new airline rules about cancellations and delays? Don’t count on them yet.
April, 2024
Southwest Airlines offers new payment options
Flight canceled? Here's what a new rule says the airline must do.
Like flying Southwest? You’ll soon have fewer options.
Could it be cheaper to see Taylor Swift in Europe this summer than it was in the U.S.?
Flying with a wheelchair? A new rule may improve the experience.
Traveling soon? New junk fees are hitting hotel guests.
Got your REAL ID card yet? Looking for a workaround?
March, 2024
Potholes & peril: Survey exposes America's worst roads
TSA is testing out a self-service screening system at Las Vegas airport
January, 2024
Airlines are ready to help travelers impacted by winter storms
Alaska and United ground 737 jets, cancel hundreds of flights
US airlines cancel fewer flights than they have in the last 10 years
December, 2023
Know how to play the game if you get bumped from your flight?
Southwest Airlines gets record fine for 2022 holiday meltdown
Need a last-minute flight? Then use those points you’ve been saving!
More airline-related consumer data is showing up on the dark web
November, 2023
Flying over the holidays? Here are the best and worst days to do it.
If your luggage gets lost on a holiday flight, what do you do?
September, 2023
August, 2023
July, 2023
Aspen, Amsterdam, or Austin – What are the most and least expensive places to visit these days?
May, 2023
AAA’s Memorial Day travel forecast says it could be slow-going
April, 2023
Don’t believe everything you hear – An expert exposes the biggest myths about travel
Delta Air Lines will reportedly increase overbooking to 'see what happens'
March, 2023
There’s very little blue sky in the latest consumer complaints about airlines
Haven’t booked your summer vacation yet? Maybe Goldilocks could help!
February, 2023
January, 2023
Did Southwest Airlines sell flights it knew it couldn’t fly?
Travel experts share their predictions for 2023’s best bets
Southwest Airlines passengers recall ‘The Nightmare Before Christmas’
November, 2022
Road tripping for Thanksgiving? Here are expert money-saving tips.
Here are some last minute tips for Thanksgiving holiday travel
Airbnb takes a major step to reverse travelers’ complaints about hidden fees
October, 2022
Why you might think twice before booking a Florida Airbnb during hurricane season
September, 2022
It’s a bumpy ride for the travel industry, a new study suggests
Stinky, drunk, flirty fliers are really annoying, a new travel survey suggests
August, 2022
Proposed rule change could make it easier to get airline ticket refunds
June, 2022
Airline complaints jumped 300% in April
Travelers who can wait until early fall can score some serious airfare savings
April, 2022
Airlines cut back on flights as fuel prices rise and available workers decline
March, 2022
Delta changes rewards program to make it easier to gain elite status
Ticket prices for museums and amusement parks to get more expensive, study finds
February, 2022
July, 2021
June, 2021
United Airlines buys 15 supersonic aircraft in big investment in fast travel
May, 2021
Flight attendants union asks for firmer policies to prevent passenger disruptions
California rules Uber and Lyft must switch to electric vehicles in nine years
April, 2021
Uber app now lets users book COVID-19 appointments at Walgreens
Airlines unblock middle seats despite CDC stance on the matter
July, 2020
Delta requires passengers to undergo health screening if they can’t wear a mask
June, 2020
May, 2020
Consumers should prepare for significant changes at the airport
December, 2019
What consumers need to know about traveling with pre-existing conditions
September, 2019
August, 2019
Do you know your rights as an airline passenger?
National Cheap Flight Day happens this Friday, but is it a good deal?
July, 2019
Beware of advertised prices when booking your next hotel stay online
May, 2019
March, 2019
Diamond Resorts still can’t explain why it sold $250,000 worth of timeshare points to an 88-year-old
New ratings rank the safest airlines and the safest aircraft
January, 2019
You can check out a Mexican timeshare circus theme park anytime you like, but you can never leave
October, 2018
Spirit Airlines joins the list of airlines modifying their emotional support animals policies
September, 2018
June, 2018
April, 2018
Uber adds car rental, bikes, buses, and trains to its mobile app
January, 2018
Pet deaths go unmentioned in Delta’s service animal crackdown
December, 2017
Expedia is offering an alternative to Airbnb, and customers say it’s terrible
November, 2017
A record number of consumers will fly over the Thanksgiving holiday
August, 2017
Is terrorism driving an increase in travel insurance purchases?
July, 2017
National Parks Senior Pass – buy yours before the price goes up
June, 2017
Booze, bribes and propaganda: The company that promises 'safe' travel in North Korea
Company that brought Otto Warmbier to North Korea says that country is 'extremely safe!'
May, 2017
March, 2017
Avoid these travel insurance mistakes when you take a cruise
December, 2016
Uber drivers cancel rides at last minute, consumers complain
What’s it like to sail Celebrity Cruises?
Timeshare resellers bilked consumers out of $15 million, feds charge
June, 2016
HomeAway, VRBO service fees rile property owners and renters
March, 2016
February, 2016
November, 2015
June, 2015
January, 2015
Frequent flyer miles stolen from American and United Airlines passengers
June, 2014
April, 2014
July, 2013
May, 2013
April, 2013
August, 2010
Airlines Keep Baggage Fees Even When Bags Lost, Suit Charges