Mar 25 Boeing CEO will depart, capping tumultuous era for manufacturer By Michelle Chapman, Associated Press The top executive at embattled plane maker Boeing will step down this year amid a broader shakeup of the company’s top leadership. Continue reading
Feb 06 Watch 7:20 Boeing under pressure amid string of safety and quality control issues By Geoff Bennett, Alexis Cox Boeing's problems were front and center again as the National Transportation Safety Board released its preliminary report on the door panel that flew off an Alaska Airlines plane. It comes as the head of the head of the Federal Aviation… Continue watching
Jan 20 Watch 7:04 Travelers feel the pinch as major airlines cash in on added service fees By William Brangham, Andrew Corkery, Andrew Chambers What was once a budget airline tactic has now become common practice, as passengers face an increasing number of fees for services like checking a bag, picking a seat in advance or getting something to eat or drink. Worldwide, fees… Continue watching
Jan 01 Watch 6:54 Airlines face government scrutiny over devaluation of frequent flyer programs By William Brangham, Courtney Norris Frequent flyer miles are one way airlines try to coax travelers to repeatedly fly with them. However, the Department of Transportation is examining whether airlines have been making promises about the value of the miles but then later tweaking the… Continue watching
Dec 26 Mexico’s army-run airline takes to the skies, with first flight to the resort of Tulum By Associated Press The airline combines Lopez Obrador's reliance on the military — which he claims is the most incorruptible and patriotic arm of the government — and his nostalgia for the state-run companies that dominated Mexico's economy until widespread privatizations were carried… Continue reading
Dec 22 Watch 5:55 Inside the store selling unclaimed luggage and how to keep your bags from ending up there By Stephanie Sy, Layla Quran This year, the Transportation Security Administration says it screened a record number of passengers, and if the past is any guide, it will handle millions of bags this holiday season. But a small fraction of them will go missing and… Continue watching
Dec 03 Alaska Airlines announces plan to acquire Hawaiian Airlines for $1.9 billion By Associated Press Alaska Airlines said Sunday it agreed to buy Hawaiian Airlines in a $1.9 billion deal, including debt, putting it on track for a potential clash with a Biden administration that has shown wariness about higher fares in the industry. Continue reading
Nov 22 Thanksgiving travel kicks off with snowy weather looming over Northeast By Dee-Ann Durbin, Associated Press About 2.7 million people were expected to board flights on Wednesday, and Sunday is expected to set an all-time record of 2.9 million. Continue reading
Oct 09 Major airlines suspend flights to, from Israel amid war with Hamas By Associated Press American Airlines, United Airlines and Delta Air Lines suspended service as the U.S. State Department issued travel advisories for the region citing potential for terrorism and civil unrest. Airlines in Europe and Asia are also halting flights. Continue reading
Aug 31 Labor Day travelers can expect lots of company By David Koenig, Associated Press The Federal Aviation Administration predicts that this will be the third busiest holiday weekend of the year so far. Continue reading