White House considering former Obama official for Fed vice chair: report
The Biden administration is reportedly looking at former Obama economic adviser Austan Goolsbee as an option to replace Lael Brainard as vice chair of the Federal Reserve.
Cruz grills FAA leader, plays video animation of Austin airport close call: 'How can this happen?'
Texas Sen. Ted Cruz pushed acting Federal Aviation Administrator Billy Nolen on a near-miss collision between two planes at an airport in Austin, Texas, this month.
United Airlines passenger says people were 'praying' on flight that plunged to within 800 feet of Pacific
A passenger onboard the United Airlines flight that came close to the Pacific Ocean late last year shortly after takeoff is speaking out.
Orlando named world's most expensive destination for family vacation: report
Orlando, Florida, is the world's most expensive destination for a family of four seeking a seven-day vacation, according to research done by an Australian travel insurance comparison site.
FAA declares 'safest period in aviation history' after US shoots down objects, close calls at airports
The FAA's acting administrator is telling the agency's management board that “We are experiencing the safest period in aviation history."
Airbus plans to boost production of biggest jets amid rebounding demand
Airbus is ramping up production of it's larger aircraft, the A350 and A330neo in an effort to stay abreast of demand as international travel picks back up.
Universal income programs spreading across US: ‘I know what our people need’
Universal basic income programs are spreading throughout the country and are giving low-income people and families $500 a month or more, funded in part through federal legislation.
United Airlines flight plunged to within 800 feet of Pacific Ocean after takeoff, data shows
A United Airlines flight from Hawaii to California in December 2022 came within 800 feet of making contact with the Pacific Ocean, according to flight data.
Lady Gaga's dad Joe Germanotta slams 'filthy' New York City: 'The city is a mess'
Lady Gaga's dad and famed restaurateur, Joe Germanotta, called New York a "horrible" city as he claimed his business lost revenue due to the "filthy" state of the Big Apple.
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.
West coast pipeline resumes pumping gas after shutdown
A gas pipeline near Los Angeles has resumed deliveries of gasoline to some California cities and neighboring states including Nevada and Arizona.
Irish pub owner who barred Colin Farrell as teen over 'outrageous' behavior says he's welcome now
Pub owner Adrienne MacCarthy said she and actor Colin Farrell are now friends and her banning him from her bar when he was 19 is now water under the bridge.
Manchester-Boston airport complete bomb threat sweep, passengers allowed to reenter secure area
A security threat against a Spirit Airlines flight was investigated at Manchester-Boston Regional Airport. The flight eventually left for Tampa.
Oldest cheese shop in America to close after over a century in business
The oldest cheese shop in the United States is set to close after over a century in business following a dispute with a landlord and the results of COVID-19 pandemic restrictions in New York City.
Florida bill revoking Disney's self-governing status heads to DeSantis' desk
The Florida legislature has passed a bill that would complete the state's takeover of Walt Disney World's special self-governing district, punishing the company for its public stand against parental rights legislation.
Airline group warns FAA over 5G retrofitting plan, says rules could cost industry $637M
The world's largest airline trade group warned the FAA this week its proposed requirement for upgrading planes for 5G will cost some $637 million, and many carriers won't be ready.
Phoenix police announce arrest in $100K theft from Super Bowl Experience
Phoenix Police have announced an arrest in the alleged theft of $100,000 in production equipment from the Super Bowl Experience from over the weekend.
Southwest exec grilled on Christmas debacle, as pilots union says airline 'failed to listen'
Southwest Airlines COO Andrew Watterson faced lawmakers at a hearing Thursday, where Southwest Airlines Pilots Association President Cpt. Casey Murray testified that company leadership "failed to listen" to frontline employees ahead of last December's operational meltdown.
Pilot shortage puts pressure on airline operations
The pilot shortage is most severe at small, regional airlines, but it could spread to the major carriers. The U.S. has the strictest standards to qualify as a pilot.
American-born startup Pyka launches the world's largest autonomous electric cargo plane
Pyka CEO Michael Norcia discusses the use case for autonomous planes and explains how his Pelican aircraft can do things pilot-driven planes cannot.