Nation Oct 20 FAA approves Boeing's 737 Max 10 for passenger service The new model is designed to carry more people while using less fuel, appealing to airlines facing high jet fuel costs.
Economy Sep 06 U.S. tourism groups want to win Canadian visitors back. A testy trade war isn't helping The bilateral rift has not stopped state and local tourism officials and popular destinations like Graceland from trying to persuade Canadian visitors to return.
World Aug 14 NTSB says broken engine parts shattered Ryanair plane window that a man's head got sucked into A fan blade in the Boeing 737-800's right engine broke loose, sending fragments flying out of the engine that broke the window and damaged the fuselage in several other places, according to a preliminary report by the National Transportation Safety Board.
Nation May 25 Travel industry worries after Trump administration reiterates threat to sanctuary city airports The travel industry is on edge after Homeland Security Secretary Markwayne Mullin reiterated his threat to withdraw U.S. Customs and Border Protection officers from airports in so-called “sanctuary cities” in a move that could jeopardize international flights.
Economy May 18 Summer travelers who relied on Spirit Airlines may struggle to find affordable alternatives The developments illustrate how difficult it's gotten for low-cost airlines to operate while squeezed by jet fuel prices, changing consumer preferences and competition.
World May 15 Trump says China will buy 200 planes from Boeing, with a possibility of expanding the deal to 750 Aircraft manufacturer Boeing will make its first major sale to China in nearly a decade with an order for 200 planes, President Donald Trump told reporters on Air Force One on Friday, a deal he said had been made during…
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.