I'm a pilot with no hands or feet
I was very nervous. I remember thinking, "Okay, well, this is it."
Airlines brace for record-breaking Memorial Day weekend travel surge
The AAA predicted some 3.4 million Americans would fly over the holiday weekend—exceeding both pre-pandemic levels and those seen the same time last year.
United Airlines flyer rages after first-class seats given to crew members
The airline said flyers are getting a refund of the price difference for their seats and a $1,500 certificate for future travel.
Thousands of Russian flights using expired parts because of sanctions
The head of Russia's transportation watchdog organization told lawmakers that 2,000 Russian flights were performed last year using expired parts.
Airplane turbulence is on the rise: Here's why
Scientists estimate that severe turbulence on flights could triple as climate change worsens.
Fury as passenger exits plane before those in front: 'Breach of Etiquette'
The passenger in the viral post ignited a heated discussion online, with one commenter saying "you're not more important because you sit in the front."
Flight to New York forced to U-turn mid-Atlantic after pilot falls ill
The flight was reportedly 1 hour and 30 minutes into its 7-hour journey when the crew took the decision to turn back.
It's Time for Congress to Make the Skies Friendly Again
Sen. Maria Cantwell's (D-WA) Senate Committee on Commerce, Science, and Transportation recently convened a hearing on "Strengthening Airline Operations and Consumer Protections." It's critical the committee follow this hearing up with airline reform based on the information and testimonies it received.
Woman comes up with hilarious method to beat Spirit Airlines' baggage fee
The money-saving hack saved the Washington-based woman some $123.67.
Passenger sharing alleged 'racist encounter' on flight sparks debate
There has been an increase in incidents where passengers have disrupted flights with "threatening or violent behavior," according to the U.S. Federal Aviation Administration.
Russia ally eyes business deal with Jared Kushner
Serbia has long been an ally of Russia, but recent remarks from the Serbian president have strained his relations with Russian President Vladimir Putin.
Airlines Pay Flyers for Cancellations and Delays in Europe. Why Not Here?
On Wednesday morning all domestic flights were grounded for hours after the F.A.A.'s flight safety data system experienced an outage caused by a "damaged" database file, creating chaos from coast to coast. But it was the unprecedented holiday meltdownof Southwest Airlines that should have been the impetus to create the kinds of protection and compensation that European passengers take for granted.
Woman tries on mom's pan am uniform from 1970s: "high class"
"Back when flying was elegant," wrote one TikTok user after watching the video, which has over a million views.
Pete Buttigieg relentlessly mocked after FAA outage grounds all flights
Flights are gradually resuming after the ground stop was lifted Wednesday morning, and some on Twitter are placing the blame for the snafu on Buttigieg.
Internet in disbelief as passenger shares view from Etihad's "window seat"
Several users on TikTok sympathized with the passenger's predicament, one saying: "I would hyperventilate."
Flights grounded across U.S. amid FAA system outage
Passengers were left stranded at airports across the U.S. on Wednesday morning waiting for an FAA system failure to be resolved.
American Airlines punished staff for reporting toxic fumes on planes—Probe
A House committee said work-related injuries are "grossly underreported," suggesting employers had "strong incentives" to underreport them.
Delta looking into pilot blaming Pete Buttigieg for flight problems
A passenger called out the pilot for the "completely unacceptable" political remarks on Monday.
Democrat blames Biden admin for holiday airline chaos
"This mess with Southwest could have been avoided. We need bold action," California Representative Ro Khanna tweeted Thursday.
Has Southwest Airlines finally crossed the line?
Delays and massive cancellations by Southwest Airlines have been called "unacceptable" and a "meltdown."
Southwest airlines CEO says cancellations "giant puzzle" amid investigation
More than 2,500 Southwest Airlines flights were canceled by Tuesday with more cancellations to come on Wednesday and Thursday.
Pilot describes Southwest chaos as "embarrassing" amid earlier warnings
Southwest pilots warned flight operations that the scheduling software and systems need to be fixed. But those pleas were made "to no avail."
Arctic blast grounds planes as airline crews shelter from blizzard threat
Southwest Airlines to cancel about 500 of its 4,000 scheduled flights on December 22 and 23.
Dad prioritizing business meeting over flying 5-year-old son home dragged
"The crew would look after him during the flight. Uh, no. The flight crew are not babysitters," one commenter said.
Bizarre Noises on American Airlines Flight has Internet Baffled: 'Vomiting'
American Airlines has said of claims the onboard intercom system was broken into: "There is no Wi-Fi component to our PA systems."
Russia Tells Pilots To Repair Their Own Planes Amid Sanctions—Report
Russia's regional airline pilots must "simultaneously be pilots and aircraft technicians," according to a Russian minister.
Plane Passenger's Method to Get More Leg Room on Flight Outrages Internet
"Generally speaking, I hate people," one user said as the internet turned against the space-grabbing passenger.
Dog Sitting on Owner's Lap During Flight Melts Hearts: 'Coming Home'
One TikToker wrote, "awwww so cute..i want to hug him" about the video of the Italian greyhound that has been viewed almost 400,000 times.
Man Gives 'Stranger' Sitting Next to Him on Plane a Tattoo Mid-Flight
Some 46 percent of American respondents to a recent survey confirmed they have at least one permanent design.
Airplane Passenger Takes Drastic Action to Avoid $89 Hand Luggage Fee
Pro skater Shaun Hover told Newsweek he hoped his video gave a "sense of satisfaction" to anyone who had faced similar.