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Economy May 02

Spirit Airlines goes out of business after 34 years, ceases operations immediately

Spirit Airlines, an impish upstart that shook the industry with its irreverent ads and deep discount fares, announced Saturday that it has gone out of business after 34 years.

Economy May 01

Trump says a 'final proposal' to rescue Spirit Airlines is under consideration

Speaking to reporters before departing the White House for Florida, Trump emphasized that a deal to rescue the financially strapped airline remained under review. The president did not provide details but said an announcement could come as soon as later…

Economy Apr 25

What to know if your flight is canceled as jet fuel costs rise

With airlines worldwide canceling flights as the war in the Middle East strains jet fuel supplies and pushes up prices, here's what to know if your flight is canceled.

World Apr 18

How consumers can navigate the cost of available flights impacted by the Iran war

Experts say booking earlier, and staying flexible on dates, destinations and departure airports can help reduce costs.

Economy Apr 07

As jet fuel costs soar, Delta joins growing list of U.S. airlines raising checked bag fees

Delta Air Lines announced Tuesday it is raising checked baggage fees, part of a broader wave of U.S. carriers responding to higher jet fuel prices tied to the war in the Middle East.

Nation Mar 29

TSA pay may arrive, but airport delays could continue and ICE agents may remain

Even after President Donald Trump ordered emergency pay for TSA agents to ease long security lines, major U.S. airports on Sunday were still urging travelers to arrive hours early.

Nation Mar 18

Jet fuel prices and airfares are rising. U.S. airlines say travelers are still booking flights

Industry analysts say it's not a question of if airfares will rise because of higher fuel costs, but when, for how long and by how much.

Nation Mar 17

Flight cancellations pile up after storms dump snow in the Midwest and head east

Thousands of flights are canceled or delayed one day after powerful storms swept across the eastern half of the country and disrupted thousands of others.

Nation Mar 11

As another shutdown affects travelers, is privatizing TSA screenings a solution?

Long security lines snaked into baggage claim areas and parking garages at some U.S. airports this weekend, a possible indicator of more widespread travel problems as the latest government shutdown drags on.

Nation Feb 14

How the Homeland Security shutdown is impacting travel in the U.S.

Transportation Security Administration officers are expected to work without pay while lawmakers remain without an agreement on DHS' annual funding.

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