Boeing halts deliveries of some 737 MAXs, shares fall
Boeing is dealing with a parts issue that is forcing the planemaker to halt deliveries of some 737 aircraft.
Alaska Airlines passenger threatens to kill flight attendant, is restrained with zip ties: prosecutors
A woman on an Alaska Airlines flight from San Francisco to Chicago this month was restrained and arrested, and is now facing charges after allegedly threatening to kill a flight attendant.
Boeing resumes deliveries of 787 Dreamliners after pause, edges Airbus in Q1
Boeing announced that it delivered 64 aircraft in March after the FAA allowed deliveries of 787 Dreamliners to resume, which helped it edge out rival Airbus in the first quarter.
American Airlines adjusts loyalty program, switches to dynamic pricing
American Airlines introduced "flight awards" and an updated award chart. The airline says the recent changes will give loyalty program members a better understanding of their miles.
United adds more international routes this summer due to strong demand
United Airlines announced that it is adding nearly 25 new international routes this summer in response to 'soaring overseas" demand. The airline will fly to 114 international cities.
Atlanta has the busiest airport in the world
Five of the 10 busiest airports in the world are located in the United States, according to the Airports Council International (ACI) World.
Boeing plans to increase 737 MAX production rates 'very soon'
Boeing indicated that it's planning to increase the production rates for its 737 MAX airliners in the near future as its new MAX 7 and MAX 10 models near FAA certification.
JetBlue will cut flights in, out of New York this summer, CEO says
JetBlue CEO Robin Hayes said during a discussion at the Economic Club of New York that airlines are going to have to reduce flights in and out of New York this summer.
EU chiefs flew to COP27 climate talks on private jet, report says
The European Union's presidents reportedly took a private jet to the Egypt COP27 climate talks last year. Officials and celebrities have been scrutinized for their private air travel.
United Airlines flight returns to Houston for emergency landing following 'mechanical issue'
A United Airlines plane that suffered a “mechanical issue" shortly after taking off from Bush Intercontinental Airport in Houston on Tuesday night made an emergency landing.
FAA head stresses need for aviation industry to end close calls, renews safety push
Federal Aviation Administration acting administrator Billy Nolen said that "zero is the only acceptable number for serious incidents and close calls."
Biden's choice for FAA administrator withdraws nomination after lack of Senate support
Phillip Washington, Denver International Airport CEO, withdrew his nomination to lead the Federal Aviation Administration. President Biden chose him for the job in July 2022.
Former Obama official died after pilot of Bombardier jet flipped switch, plane 'abruptly pitched up'
The National Transportation Safety Board said a former Obama-era official on a business jet was fatally injured after the aircraft "abruptly pitched up."
American Airlines to temporarily suspend route due to Boeing dreamliner delays
American Airlines is cutting flights now so because of expected delays in the delivery of Boeing 787 Dreamliners, crucial for the transatlantic route.
FAA lays out additional steps for air traffic controllers after 'too many close calls'
The Federal Aviation Administration's (FAA) Air Traffic Organization announced additional steps it's taking to ensure the aviation system is safe following a string of close calls.
Traveling with a pet? TSA advises the best way to get through airport security
The Transportation Security Administration last week reiterated the proper procedure for fliers going through security checkpoints with small pets.
Biden FAA nominee stalls in Senate committee as Republicans call him unqualified
The Senate Committee on Commerce, Science and Transportation has indefinitely delayed the vote on President Biden's nominee to head the Federal Aviation Administration.
Southwest flight comes within 200 feet of ambulance at Baltimore airport in another scary near-miss
A Southwest Airlines plane had a close call with an ambulance vehicle that came within 200 feet of the aircraft as it was taking off at Baltimore-Washington International Thurgood Marshall Airport.
Travel insurance: When to purchase insurance and when you probably don't need to consider it
Travel insurance is an important component of long distance vacation planning especially for those seeking to venture outside the United States.
Delta launches pilot program to train next generation of aviators
Delta Air Lines is launching a program intended to train the next generation of pilots. This comes amid a time when the industry has been working around the clock to train pilots.