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What are America's favorite airports?What are America's favorite airports?

What are America's favorite airports?A new analysis rated airports for their terminal facilities, food and beverage and retail service, and baggage claim.

SEP 20, 2023 | Justin Boggs

Hundreds of flying taxis will soon be test-soaring in this stateHundreds of flying taxis will soon be test-soaring in this state

Hundreds of flying taxis will soon be test-soaring in this stateFlying taxis are being built in Ohio, and the products are expected to be available for commercial use in the next few years.

SEP 19, 2023 | Alex Arger

This interactive map shows the best time to see fall foliageThis interactive map shows the best time to see fall foliage

This interactive map shows the best time to see fall foliageRight now, the best areas for seeing changing leaf colors are in the Northeast, the northern parts of the Midwest and a few spots in the Rockies.

SEP 19, 2023 | Mandy Gambrell

Airline tickets will cost you less this fall, report findsAirline tickets will cost you less this fall, report finds

Airline tickets will cost you less this fall, report findsA report from Hopper found airlines are reducing fares for the fall season in an effort to boost demand.

SEP 13, 2023 | Alex Arger

Norwegian cruise ship with 206 aboard runs aground near GreenlandNorwegian cruise ship with 206 aboard runs aground near Greenland

Norwegian cruise ship with 206 aboard runs aground near GreenlandThe ship got stuck Monday in a remote part of the world's largest and most northerly national park known for its icebergs and roaming musk oxen.

SEP 13, 2023 | AP via Scripps News

Computer system outage causing issues at MGM ResortsComputer system outage causing issues at MGM Resorts

Computer system outage causing issues at MGM ResortsGuests are not able to charge anything to their rooms, make reservations, or use their digital room keys.

SEP 11, 2023 | Scripps News Las Vegas

Passenger's dog found at airport 3 weeks after Delta Air Lines lost itPassenger's dog found at airport 3 weeks after Delta Air Lines lost it

Passenger's dog found at airport 3 weeks after Delta Air Lines lost itDelta reportedly told the dog's owner that airline workers opened the dog's kennel on the runway and the dog escaped.

SEP 11, 2023 | Elina Tarkazikis

Air Canada boots passengers who refused to sit on vomit-covered seatsAir Canada boots passengers who refused to sit on vomit-covered seats

Air Canada boots passengers who refused to sit on vomit-covered seatsTwo women on a recent Air Canada flight were left with a tough choice that may have put them on a no-fly list.

SEP 6, 2023 | Alex Arger

You might have to pay a fee to take a day trip to Venice next yearYou might have to pay a fee to take a day trip to Venice next year

You might have to pay a fee to take a day trip to Venice next yearAnyone taking a day trip to Venice might have to pay a fee starting next year if a newly approved test run goes well.

SEP 5, 2023 | AP via Scripps News

United Airlines lifts nationwide ground stop after brief IT issueUnited Airlines lifts nationwide ground stop after brief IT issue

United Airlines lifts nationwide ground stop after brief IT issueThe ground stop was lifted about 15 minutes after the initial notice was released.

SEP 5, 2023 | Scripps News Staff

Pilots and flight attendants using labor muscle to negotiate contractsPilots and flight attendants using labor muscle to negotiate contracts

Pilots and flight attendants using labor muscle to negotiate contractsSince COVID-19, unions for pilots and flight attendants at major airlines have voted time and again to authorize strikes.

SEP 4, 2023 | James Packard

Gas prices could hit record highs on Labor Day weekendGas prices could hit record highs on Labor Day weekend

Gas prices could hit record highs on Labor Day weekendAAA says the national average for a gallon of gas sits at $3.82. It's tied for record prices for this time of year.

AUG 31, 2023 | Adi Guajardo

American Airlines flight attendants vote in favor of going on strike

American Airlines flight attendants vote in favor of going on strikeAmerican Airlines flight attendants vote in favor of going on strike

American Airlines flight attendants vote in favor of going on strikeFlight attendants with the carrier have not received a pay raise since 2019.

AUG 31, 2023 | Scripps News Staff

TSA says Labor Day screenings could exceed 30 minutesTSA says Labor Day screenings could exceed 30 minutes

TSA says Labor Day screenings could exceed 30 minutesTSA officers provided six tips to make getting through security this weekend easier for everyone.

AUG 31, 2023 | Justin Boggs

Idalia aftermath will test Southwest Airlines after winter meltdownIdalia aftermath will test Southwest Airlines after winter meltdown

Idalia aftermath will test Southwest Airlines after winter meltdownMore than 2.7 million Americans are slated to travel on Friday ahead of the Labor Day holiday, just days after Hurricane Idalia's landfall.

AUG 30, 2023 | Justin Boggs

11 taken to hospital after severe turbulence on Delta flight11 taken to hospital after severe turbulence on Delta flight

11 taken to hospital after severe turbulence on Delta flightThe injured include both passengers and crew members.

AUG 30, 2023 | Elina Tarkazikis

Airports shut down due to Idalia; flights across US affectedAirports shut down due to Idalia; flights across US affected

Airports shut down due to Idalia; flights across US affectedSeveral airports are closed and several others have canceled many flights as Hurricane Idalia came ashore Wednesday morning in Florida.

AUG 30, 2023 | Justin Boggs

Which airports are closed as Hurricane Idalia approaches Florida?Which airports are closed as Hurricane Idalia approaches Florida?

Which airports are closed as Hurricane Idalia approaches Florida?Passengers are encouraged to check directly with airlines for latest flight information.

AUG 29, 2023 | Elina Tarkazikis

This European airline is testing child-free zones on its flightsThis European airline is testing child-free zones on its flights

This European airline is testing child-free zones on its flightsThe airline's "Only Adult" seating areas will cost you about $50 to $100 more but will be blocked off from the rest of the aircraft.

AUG 29, 2023 | Scripps News Staff

American Airlines forced to pay customers for long tarmac delaysAmerican Airlines forced to pay customers for long tarmac delays

American Airlines forced to pay customers for long tarmac delaysThe Department of Transportation said American Airlines violated its tarmac delay rule and will be ordered to pay millions to some customers.

AUG 29, 2023 | Justin Boggs

American Airlines is suing to stop this money-saving travel hack

American Airlines is suing to stop this money-saving travel hackAmerican Airlines is suing to stop this money-saving travel hack

American Airlines is suing to stop this money-saving travel hackA money-saving hack used by air travelers is the subject of a new lawsuit by American Airlines.

AUG 22, 2023 | AP via Scripps News

Dog ate groom's passport days before couple's wedding in ItalyDog ate groom's passport days before couple's wedding in Italy

Dog ate groom's passport days before couple's wedding in ItalyWe're willing to bet "my dog ate my passport" doesn't work at Customs.

AUG 22, 2023 | Elina Tarkazikis

Airlines are creating comfier seats, but you have to pay for themAirlines are creating comfier seats, but you have to pay for them

Airlines are creating comfier seats, but you have to pay for themFour major U.S. airlines have plans to make seating improvements to their premium, business and first-class sections.

AUG 19, 2023 | Tod Caviness

Why passengers always enter planes on the leftWhy passengers always enter planes on the left

Why passengers always enter planes on the leftThis makes sense!

AUG 12, 2023 | Jennifer Graham Kizer

San Francisco approves robotaxi expansion despite safety concernsSan Francisco approves robotaxi expansion despite safety concerns

San Francisco approves robotaxi expansion despite safety concernsWhile the proposed expansion has faced increasingly staunch resistance, the Public Utilities Commission still approved it by a 3-1 vote.

AUG 11, 2023 | AP via Scripps News

NTSB says miscommunication caused flight to approach ocean's surfaceNTSB says miscommunication caused flight to approach ocean's surface

NTSB says miscommunication caused flight to approach ocean's surfaceThe National Transportation Safety Board said the crew failed in managing the aircraft's vertical path, nose direction and airspeed.

AUG 10, 2023 | Scripps News Staff

Travel hack 'skiplagging,' is dividing customers and airlinesTravel hack 'skiplagging,' is dividing customers and airlines

Travel hack 'skiplagging,' is dividing customers and airlinesAirlines are now banning this practice, and we explore why this practice became popular.

AUG 5, 2023 | Meg Hilling

Frontier's new policy requires that you drop off bags earlierFrontier's new policy requires that you drop off bags earlier

Frontier's new policy requires that you drop off bags earlierThe news comes as airlines face a high demand for summer travel.

AUG 3, 2023 | Scripps News Staff

'Evasive action' taken to avoid plane collision near Florida airport'Evasive action' taken to avoid plane collision near Florida airport

'Evasive action' taken to avoid plane collision near Florida airportThe abrupt maneuver left an Allegiant Air flight attendant injured.

JUL 29, 2023 | Elina Tarkazikis

American Airlines again reaches tentative contract with pilotsAmerican Airlines again reaches tentative contract with pilots

American Airlines again reaches tentative contract with pilotsAmerican Airlines and its pilots reached a second version of a proposed tentative agreement regarding pay and benefits increases.

JUL 28, 2023 | Alex Arger

Airplane restrooms to become more accessible for wheelchair usersAirplane restrooms to become more accessible for wheelchair users

Airplane restrooms to become more accessible for wheelchair usersSingle-aisle airplanes have not been required to be wheelchair-accessible, but new rules will mandate changes.

JUL 28, 2023 | Justin Boggs

British Airways crew serves KFC on flightBritish Airways crew serves KFC on flight

British Airways crew serves KFC on flightPassengers had mixed reviews about the finger-licking meal.

JUL 27, 2023 | Simplemost and Jennifer Graham Kizer

Air Pressure: A special report on America's struggling airlinesAir Pressure: A special report on America's struggling airlines

Air Pressure: A special report on America's struggling airlinesScripps News investigates how demand, training and safety issues are combining to pressure airlines like never before.

JUL 26, 2023 | Scripps News Staff

Solving the airline pilot shortage may require multiple solutionsSolving the airline pilot shortage may require multiple solutions

Solving the airline pilot shortage may require multiple solutionsIn Congress right now, the proposed 2023 FAA Reauthorization Act would raise the current required pilot retirement age from 65 to 67.

JUL 26, 2023 | Maya Rodriguez

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