Nation May 04 How the collapse of Spirit Airlines is impacting travelers and the wider aviation industry 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
Arts Sep 06 Watch 1:51 Pilot recalls childhood fascination with flying in new memoir 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. By PBS News Hour
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