Airlines ranked from best to worst in 2023 by The Points Guy: Where does your loyalty lie?
The Points Guy released a report of the best airlines in 2023 based on reliability, experience, costs and loyalty — see if your favorite made this year's list.
Delta CEO says more government regulations could lead to higher ticket prices
Delta Air Lines CEO Ed Bastian said that more government regulations could translate to higher ticket prices for passengers. The warning comes ahead of a busy summer travel season.
Delta Air Lines flight delayed for hours after bees attempt to hitch a ride
A Delta Air Lines flight was delayed for hours on Wednesday due to a swarm of bees that were attempting to hitch a ride at the George Bush Intercontinental Airport in Houston.
'Wasted' Delta passenger in first class accused of forcibly kissing flight attendant: court docs
A Texas man flying Delta Air Lines first class was arrested after allegedly getting "wasted" on red wine and kissing a male flight attendant without consent.
International airfare prices surge past 2019 levels
Flight prices for international bookings this summer are already averaging over $1,000. Demand for such trips continues to surge now that travelers aren't held up by any COVID-19 restrictions.
Delta discloses record advance summer bookings
Delta Air Lines reported record bookings for the summer of 2023 in their latest earnings report and provided upbeat outlook, though the airline fell short of Wall Street earning and profit forecasts for the March quarter.
Video shows moments before bird strikes Delta engine during JFK airport takeoff
A Delta Air Lines plane was forced to land after a bird reportedly struck its engine during takeoff from John F. Kennedy International Airport in Queens, New York.
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.
Delta flight to Atlanta diverted to Dallas over 'unruly passenger'
A Delta Air Lines flight to Atlanta made an unexpected landing in Dallas early this morning due to the behavior of an “unruly passenger,” the airline says.
American Airlines reportedly prepared to increase pilot pay rates following Delta's new contract
American Airlines is preparing to offer better pay and benefits to its pilots following an industry-changing contract approved by rival Delta Air Lines at the beginning of March.
Delta pilots approve big pay raises, other perks in new contract
Pilots for Delta Air Lines ratified a new contract on Wednesday that will see their pay rise by 34% over the next four years and increase other perks and benefits.
FAA to form safety review team following close calls
The Federal Aviation Administration is forming a safety review team to look into the aviation system following a string of close calls, according to acting administrator Billy Nolen.
Delta Air Lines flight makes emergency landing after flames shoot out from wing
A New York-bound Delta Air Lines plane made an emergency landing in Glasgow, Scotland, on Friday after a mechanical issue with one of the aircraft's engines caused a fire.
American Airlines pilots refuse recorded NTSB interview on JFK close call, get hit with subpoenas
The National Transportation Safety Board said Friday that it had issued subpoenas for three pilots of an American Airlines jet after a close call last month.
Virgin Atlantic CEO: Tech layoffs will impact airline industry
Virgin Atlantic CEO Shai Weiss noted that layoffs in the tech sector have an impact on the travel industry. He still contends that the corporate traveler will fully return in 2023.
T‑Mobile, Delta Air Lines launch free in-flight Wi‑Fi
T‑Mobile and Delta Air Lines officially delivered free inflight Wi-Fi for SkyMiles members on domestic mainline flights, regardless of passengers' wireless providers.
Boeing will open new assembly line to build 737 Max planes
Boeing to crank out 737 Max airplanes to fill backlog of orders from United, Delta, and Southwest caused by the jet being grounded for nearly two years after two deadly crashes.
Viral photo shows Delta flight attendant comforting jittery passenger
A viral photo shows a Delta flight attendant going above and beyond to comfort an anxious, crying passenger on a flight from Charlotte to JFK Airport in NYC.
Airline earnings coming in strong, despite rising fares and economic slowdown
Following Delta Air Lines and United Airlines’ earnings reports last week exceeding expectations, JetBlue, Southwest Airlines, and American Airlines will report on Thursday Jan. 26.
Delta union leaders approve tentative contract for ratification vote
Delta union leaders voted to send the carrier's tentative labor agreement on to rank-and-file members for a vote later this month, the pilot union said.