Nation Nov 07 More than 1,000 flights cancelled as FAA's traffic cuts due to shutdown go into effect Anxious travelers across the U.S. felt a bit of relief Friday as airlines mostly stayed on schedule while still cutting more than 1,000 flights largely because of the government shutdown.
Nation Nov 06 Boeing won't face criminal charge over 737 Max crashes that killed hundreds A federal judge in Texas has dismissed a criminal conspiracy charge against Boeing related to two 737 Max crashes that killed 346 people.
Nation Nov 06 Flight cancellations ramp up as most major U.S. airports targeted for shutdown traffic cuts by FAA U.S. airlines began canceling hundreds of flights Thursday due to the Federal Aviation Administration’s order to reduce traffic at the country’s busiest airports starting Friday because of the government shutdown.
Nation Nov 05 FAA plans to reduce air traffic by 10% at dozens of busy airports during shutdown The Federal Aviation Administration said Wednesday that it would reduce air traffic by 10% across 40 “high-volume” markets beginning Friday morning to maintain safety during the ongoing government shutdown.
World Nov 04 Boeing may face its first civil trial over payouts to families of victims in Ethiopia crash Boeing has settled most wrongful death lawsuits from the March 2019 crash, but two cases may open before a federal court jury as soon as Tuesday.
Nation Nov 03 What to do if your flight is delayed or canceled during the government shutdown The U.S. government shutdown has now dragged on for over a month, and shortages of air traffic controllers are straining operations — with flight disruptions piling up nationwide.
Nation Oct 15 Shutdown puts renewed spotlight on cracks in U.S. aviation system The government shutdown’s strain on the aviation system is starting to show.
Nation Oct 15 A Kristi Noem video blames Democrats for the shutdown. Some airports are refusing to play it for being too political Airports in New York, Atlanta, Chicago, Las Vegas, Charlotte, Phoenix, Seattle and more say the video's political content goes against their policies or regulations prohibiting political messaging in their facilities.
Nation Oct 02 How your travel plans could be affected by a prolonged government shutdown The latest shutdown is unfolding at a time when both the TSA and the Federal Aviation Administration are already facing staffing shortages, including a shortage of about 3,000 air traffic controllers.
Economy Sep 12 Boeing workers reject latest contract offer, extending strike at three Midwest plants Another contract proposal has been rejected by Boeing workers who now have been on strike for nearly six weeks from three Midwest plants where military aircraft and weapons are developed.