Nation Sep 22 Air traffic control calamity disrupts hundreds of U.S. flights, spotlighting the aging system By Josh Funk, Associated Press
Nation May 04 Watch 6:32 How the collapse of Spirit Airlines is impacting travelers and the wider aviation industry Spirit Airlines has officially shut down. The low-cost airline went out of business this weekend after 34 years. It’s left members of the flying public in a tricky bind and the larger industry with some serious questions. Stephanie Sy has… By Stephanie Sy, Courtney Norris, Unda Dittaboot
Nation Dec 02 TSA screened more than 3 million travelers at U.S. airports Sunday, setting a record FlightAware says more 6,800 flights were delayed on Sunday, with the highest numbers at Hartsfield–Jackson Atlanta International Airport and Chicago's O'Hare Airport. By Associated Press
Nation Jan 20 Watch 7:04 Travelers feel the pinch as major airlines cash in on added service fees 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… By William Brangham, Andrew Corkery, Andrew Chambers
Health Aug 27 Watch 6:54 How airports can make travel more accessible for flyers with disabilities A recent report from the Department of Transportation showed that complaints from flyers with disabilities have more than doubled since before the pandemic, leading the department to announce a "Bill of Rights" to help people understand their protections under federal… By Megan Thompson
Sep 06 Watch 1:51 Pilot recalls childhood fascination with flying in new memoir By PBS News Hour Pilot and author Mark Vanhoenacker's book "Skyfaring: A Journey with a Pilot" introduces readers to what it's like to pilot one of the largest commercial airliners: the 747. NewsHour's Stephen Fee has the story. Continue watching
Apr 13 Watch Solar-powered plane revealed in Switzerland By PBS News Hour Following 12 years of research and testing, designers and pilots Bertrand Piccard and Andre Borschberg debuted a huge solar-powered plane in Switzerland this week. The plane, which boasts a wingspan wider than a 747's, is covered in more than 17,000… Continue watching