Airlines
Boeing, Airlines, Stoke Controversy With Bailout Pleas for at Least $110bn
Boeing and major U.S. carriers are struggling with the turmoil wrought by coronavirus and are pushing for lawmakers to bail them out.
Newest Coronavirus Flight Cancellations and Travel Restrictions
American Airlines and British Airways have suspended certain international flights.
Asia Flight Prices Drop Following Coronavirus Fears
Several airlines are offering lower prices for flights to Asia, while others have reduced their services to the region due to falling demand.
Winter Holiday Travel Update: Good Conditions Expected Across the U.S.
Though forecasts predict some rainfall along the West Coast and over Georgia and Florida during the weekend, most of the country should see clear conditions throughout the busy holiday travel period.
How to Be a Master of Wine While 35,000 Feet up
Our taste buds change when we're flying. So how can you have the optimum wine experience while onboard? We talk to Singapore Airlines' very own airline sommelier, Jeannie Cho Lee, to find out what to sip in the sky.
Qantas Marks 100 Years with 100-Hour $100 Australia Flight Sale
The Australian national carrier is marking its centenary with special discounted flight prices available for 100 hours.
Movie Producer Blasts British Airways After Finding Seat 'Filthy'
Lucy Darwin took to Twitter to complain after she said she turned up on her flight to New York to find her seat was covered in crumbs.
Qantas Airlines Plans to Set Record for World's Longest Commercial Flight
On Friday night, an aircraft scheduled to take off from New York to Sydney, Australia is expected to be the longest commercial flight ever.
How to Go to Hawaii (Practically) for Free
Airfare to Hawaii can be prohibitive - but if you have the right credit card and know how to use their miles, you can fly practically for free
Passengers Stunned by Flight Attendant Hiding in Overhead Compartment
"Southwest employees are known for demonstrating their sense of humor and unique personalities," said a spokesperson for the airline.
Man Puts on 15 Layers of Clothing Rather Than Pay Airline's Baggage Fee
Josh Irvine says his dad, John, was "roasting" by the time they got to the security gate at Nice Airport.
Boeing Forced to Park Grounded 737 Max Planes in Employee Parking Lot
Boeing has continued to produce the 737, which was grounded internationally after a series of fatal crashes, forcing the company to get creative.
Airline Passenger Says She Woke Up Alone in Dark, Empty Plane
The passenger recalled panicking, eventually searching for a flashlight to help her open the plane's doors.
5 Things Airlines Can do Better
"Even if there's no available information to share, show sympathy and take ownership of the situation," says Brian Kelly, CEO of The Points Guy.
Airline Satisfaction is at an All-Time High. No, Really
"New technology investments have dramatically improved the reservation and check-in process," says J.D. Power's Michael Taylor. "Fleets are newer and travelers generally feel that they are getting great value for their money."
Pilot Accuses Senior Airline Instructor of Sexual Harassment
She said the senior captain asked her "how I coped with my husband living away and whether I didn't need to have sex every day."
The 15 Best Airlines in the World
Every trip feels like first class with these airlines, which scored tops in quality, service and on-time flights.
The 15 Worst Airlines in the World
"It is clear the global airline industry is in need of significant improvement," say the producers of a new report ranking the best and worst airlines.
Airlines Eliminating Reclining Seats
Delta is cutting down on reclining seats. While some consider it rude to push back your sear, others say it's air passengers' last perk.
Singapore Airlines Introduces 'Farm-to-Plane" Meals
Singapore Airlines has transformed a New Jersey steel mill into the world's largest vertical farm to provide organic greens for in-flight meals.
How to Fly First Class Without Breaking the Bank
Even if you don't want to fork over thousands of dollars, everyone can experience true first class on the few remaining airlines that offer it by using their miles and points.
Hawaiian Airlines Forced Back to L.A. Three Times
The 207 passengers on board were refunded their flight, given a $100 credit for a future flight and accommodated on other flights.
Family Kicked Off Flight After Body Odor Complaints
The family's luggage, car seat and stroller were not removed from the flight, leaving the family with no clothes.
Alaska Airlines Flight Took 30 Hours From Boston to LA
The flight flew from Boston to Buffalo and back again before passengers finally got on a plane that would take them to L.A.
E-Cigarette Starts Fire on American Airlines Flight
"A passenger's e-cigarette experienced what is called a thermal runaway event, which resulted in a small fire onboard."
Man Sentenced to 9 Years After Sexual Assault on Flight
Prabhu Ramamoorthy, who was living in the U.S. on a work visa, will be deported to India after serving his sentence.
Passengers Record Plane's Engine Cover Breaking Apart
A Frontier Airlines flight was forced to make an emergency landing Friday after passengers began screaming and signaling to the pilot that the engine cover was breaking apart from the plane.
Flight Attendant Sues American Airlines Over Brawl
The lawsuit claimed one of the female flight attendants dragged the plaintiff by her scarf down the plane's aisle.
Bill Pushes Airlines to Install Bigger Seats
Lawmakers have put forward a package of measures to improve passenger services.
Airline Calls Police on Man Over His Wheelchair
Shane Hryhorec was traveling to Bali at the time.