Airport News & Updates

New York City 12 hours ago

How Russia stowaway snuck onto Delta flight at NY airport: video

Video allegedly shows Russian national Svetlana Dali going through a TSA screening before blending in with other passengers to get on a flight from NYC to Paris.

Travel 18 hours ago

New Jersey adds REAL ID 'emergency' appointments as airlines share urgent reminders

New Jersey launches a "REAL ID Emergency Issuance Program" as Americans rush to obtain new identification by the deadline of May 7 in order to fly domestically in the US.

Travel 1 day ago

Flight passenger drapes 'gross' hair over flyer's TV screen, igniting social media uproar: 'Cut it off'

Flight passenger shares that a fellow flyer put her hair over her headrest, covering the TV screen — and asked Reddit users what to do. An etiquette expert shared insights.

Airlines 3 days ago

Delta passengers in Orlando evacuate plane due to engine fire

Delta Air Lines said an engine fire forced one of its flight crews to evacuate the passenger cabin of a plane at Orlando International Airport on Monday.

Politics 5 days ago

What is REAL ID? Deadline approaches for new identification cards required to fly domestically

Travelers will be required to have updated identification by May 7. Here's a look at what REAL ID is, why it's happening now and how to get one before time runs out.

Travel 5 days ago

Looming REAL ID deadline causes chaos at DMVs as critics take to social media

Americans take to social media to sound off about the REAL ID requirement starting May 7 in order for U.S. air travelers to fly domestically. A TSA spokesperson shared updates.

Police and Law Enforcement 6 days ago

FAA investigating after 'green laser' flashed at Black Hawk helicopter

The Federal Aviation Administration reported it is investigating an incident on Thursday involving a laser aimed at a Black Hawk helicopter operated by the National Guard.

Travel 6 days ago

REAL ID looming deadline prompts TSA travel warning: 'Expect delays'

REAL IDs will be required starting May 7 in order for U.S. air travelers to fly domestically. Travel delays may result for those who are unprepared — and for others as well. Here's why.

Airport News & Updates April 17

Southwest Airlines flight bound for Mexico returns to Houston after 'engine issue'

A Southwest Airlines flight headed to Los Cabos, Mexico, returned to Texas on Thursday after an apparent issue with the plane's engine.

Airlines April 17

Frontier Airlines passenger describes terrifying landing after plane’s wheel breaks off

A Frontier Airlines flight lost a wheel during a terrifying landing at Luis Munoz Marin International Airport in Puerto Rico on Tuesday, a passenger said.

Travel April 17

Americans grounded without REAL ID, long DMV waits turn to other options

With the REAL ID requirement approaching for U.S. air travelers to fly domestically, many DMVs are struggling to meet demand. Some Americans are seeking AAA appointments or getting passports.

Virginia April 16

Former FAA contractor pleads guilty to spying for Iran, sharing private info on US airports, energy industry

A naturalized U.S. citizen working as an FAA contractor pleaded guilty this week to spying in the U.S. on behalf of Iran, while providing them with information on U.S. airports.

Travel April 16

REAL ID appointments added as New Jersey residents struggle to get new identification

Motor vehicle bureaus add more hours to meet REAL ID demand as the new identification is required on May 7 for U.S. air travelers to fly domestically. Some New Jersey residents still struggle.

Travel April 15

No 'Real ID' appointments open in New Jersey as residents sound off: ‘Get with the times, NJ'

New Jersey shows zero Real ID appointments open as the identification will be required starting May 7 in order for U.S. air travelers to fly domestically. Some AAA branches offer Real ID services.

New York April 12

FAA investigating upstate New York plane crash with 6 people on board

The FAA is investigating a fatal plane crash near Copake, New York. Officials confirmed 6 people were aboard the plane, but would not confirm the number of deaths.

Police and Law Enforcement April 12

NTSB finds tour helicopter that crashed into Hudson River was not equipped with any flight recorders

The National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB) confirmed the tour helicopter that fatally crashed into the Hudson River on Thursday did not have any flight records.

Travel April 12

Rare Eleanor Roosevelt letter and pricey gold watch among lost luggage items noted in report

"The Found Report" was released by Unclaimed Baggage, detailing unique and valuable items left behind by flight passengers. The report also shares different trends of travelers.

New York City April 12

Doomed NYC helicopter starred in company’s safety inspection video

The ill-fated helicopter that crashed into the Hudson River on Thursday killing six people features on a video promoting the firm’s purported safety record.

Travel April 12

Flight passenger ‘guilted' into swapping plane seats over baby sparking debate

A flight passenger detailed how a family guilted the person into switching seats so their baby could get a window spot — sparking a debate on Reddit. A travel expert weighed in on the dilemma.

Travel April 11

Airport's strict 'quiet policy' has flight passengers sounding off

Flight passenger shares San Francisco International Airport's quiet policy, which was launched in 2018. Reddit users and a travel expert weighs in.

House Of Representatives April 10

American Airlines flight carrying US lawmakers ‘bumped’ by second plane on tarmac in DC

Several U.S. lawmakers on Thursday said a plane clipped their aircraft while awaiting takeoff at Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport on Thursday.

Travel April 10

Flight passenger calls out fellow traveler for ‘spraying’ disinfectant, causing ‘coughing’

A flight passenger said a fellow flyer sprayed cleaning disinfectant all over her seat area, making others cough. Delta Airlines shared how it cleans its planes and a travel expert weighed in.

Police and Law Enforcement April 9

Plane undergoes security search 'away from main terminal' near DC after ominous sound reported during flight

Frontier Airlines plane deplaned near Washington, D.C. on Wednesday after a security incident was reported by the crew mid-flight.

Dolly Parton April 7

Dolly Parton supporters push petition to rename Nashville airport: 'Departin' from Parton!'

A petition organized by supporters of country music icon Dolly Patron to rename Nashville International Airport to Dolly Parton International Airport has reached nearly 50,000 signatures.

Oregon April 7

Small airplane skids off runway into bay during botched landing at Oregon airport

Airport officials confirmed that five people were hospitalized after a small plane skidded off the runway at an Oregon airport and crashed into the water Monday morning.

Airlines April 3

American Airlines passengers evacuate flight on wing of plane after landing in Georgia, video shows

Passengers onboard an American Airlines plane evacuated the aircraft from its wings after smoke was reported in the cabin upon landing in Augusta, Georgia.

Air And Space April 2

FAA increasing air traffic control staff, supervisors at Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport

The FAA is increasing air traffic control staffing at Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport near Washington, D.C., following a fatal January midair collision that killed 67 people.

Florida April 2

Plane bounces on Tampa airport runway while trying to land, video shows

A dramatic video captured a small plane bouncing on the runway of Tampa International Airport while attempting a landing, forcing it to go around a second time.

Travel April 2

Flight passenger says man deliberately squatted in window seat, ignites social media debate

An airline flyer said a seat squatter tried to tell her to swap seats with him, but she stood her ground, prompting a social media debate. A travel expert weighs in.

Air And Space April 1

Ohio State Highway Patrol investigating small plane crash, pilot dead

Ohio State Highway Patrol is investigating a plane crash that claimed the life of the sole pilot onboard early Thursday evening in Mill Township.