Airports

Lifestyle 3 days ago

Airline passenger sparks viral debate about plus-sized seatmate issue

An airline traveler posted on Reddit to ask other users what they would do about being uncomfortable while "sitting next to a passenger of size." Etiquette experts weighed in on the issue.

Montana 3 days ago

Man allegedly barges through TSA, storms onto Alaska Airlines flight in attempt to steal plane

A 34-year-old man was charged after successfully breaching the TSA security line and boarding an Alaska Airlines aircraft at a Montana airport in an attempt to reach the cockpit.

Texas 4 days ago

Helicopter spins out of control at Texas airport, crashes into parked plane: video

A Robinson R44 helicopter was spun out of control and struck a parked small plane while taking off from the Pearland Regional Airport near Houston.

Travel 4 days ago

Halloween crab rescued at airport is now on display at zoo: 'Charming crustacean'

A Halloween crab has found a new home at the Denver Zoo; it was left behind at the airport after hitching a ride from Costa Rica. The colorful crab resembles a Jack-o'-lantern.

Travel 6 days ago

Winning lottery ticket sold at New York's JFK Airport Building

A person hit the jackpot winning $28,448 on a TAKE 5 ticket purchased at the JFK Airport Building in Jamaica, New York, on Oct. 27. The winner has not yet claimed their prize.

Travel October 27

The four 'dreaded' letters on airline boarding passes that travelers say they never want to see

Airline travelers are going viral for sharing the details behind the "dreaded" letters "SSSS" that can appear on your boarding pass before a flight. Here's what they mean.

Travel October 26

American Airlines cracks down against 'gate lice' as airport passengers skip lines amid boarding process

American Airlines is testing new technology that will alert staff if a passenger tries to board the plane early. A former flight attendant weighs in about the move against "gate lice."

TRAVEL October 22

Google Flights unveils new feature to find lowest ticket prices as holiday season approaches

Google has released a new feature, adding a "Cheapest" button on Google Flights so travelers could see the lowest ticket price options when booking air travel.

HEALTH October 22

'Airport malaria' on the rise in Europe, new study suggests: Here's what travelers should know

A study noted an increase in airport and luggage malaria cases in Europe, but is it really a concern? Experts weigh the risks and the need for prevention measures.

TRAVEL October 22

Airport sets 'max' time limit on goodbye hugs for travelers

Dunedin Airport in New Zealand has implemented a new policy limiting the time on goodbye hugs in passenger drop-off areas. Some users took to social media to react.