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Senate passes bill making it easier to get refunds from airlines after delays or cancellations
The Senate has passed a $105 billion bill designed to improve air safety and customer service for air travelers, a day before the law governing the Federal Aviation Administration expires.
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American Airlines announced it's bracing for one of the busiest summer travel seasons yet: The Connection
Get ready for a potentially chaotic travel season this summer! The new information from DFW-based American Airlines. Plus, meteorologist Adrienne Vonn has everything you need to know about today’s severe weather threat.
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American Airlines bracing for largest schedule ever at DFW Airport this summer
DFW, which is American’s largest hub, will surpass pre-pandemic levels of flying this summer.
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American Airlines warns travelers about busiest travel season yet
DFW, which is American’s largest hub, will surpass pre-pandemic levels of flying this summer. NBC 5’s Alanna Quillen has the details.
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FAA investigating whether Boeing completed required inspections on 787 Dreamliner jets
The Federal Aviation Administration has opened an investigation into Boeing after it learned the company may not have completed required inspections on 787 Dreamliner jets.
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Dick Rutan, co-pilot of historic round-the-world flight, dies at 85
Dick Rutan, along with copilot Jeana Yeager, completed one of the greatest milestones in aviation history: the first round-the-world flight with no stops or refueling.
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Passenger who disrupted flight ordered to pay United Airlines more than $20,000
An unruly passenger who was “physically combative” on a flight last month has been ordered to pay more $20,000 to United Airlines, according to court documents.
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REAL ID requirements are coming next year—here's what U.S. fliers need to know
Beginning May 7, 2025, you won’t be able to board a domestic flight with your driver’s license unless it’s REAL ID-compliant.
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Federal officials are investigating a Rockies coach's cockpit visit during a United flight
Federal officials are investigating an unauthorized inflight cockpit visit by a coach for the Colorado Rockies baseball team during a United Airlines charter flight.
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FAA will require more rest time for air traffic controllers amid fatigue concerns
Staffing shortfalls have led to forced overtime and tightly packed air traffic controller schedules
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World's busiest airports show surge in international travel. Here are the rankings
Airports from Tokyo to London logged big increases in travelers in 2024.
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Eclipse travelers return home
Airport officials warn that traffic may be increased due to post eclipse travels. Storms and severe weather have also caused several delays that travelers in the Dallas area should be aware.
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American Airlines begins flights to new airport in Tulum, Mexico Thursday
Fort Worth-based American Airlines will launch service into Tulum, Mexico Thursday and become the first U.S. airline and first international carrier to fly to the new airport since opening in December 2023.
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Boeing CEO to step down at end of 2024
Boeing’s top executive Dave Calhoun is stepping down at the end of this year as the aerospace giant faces intense scrutiny over its 737 Max planes.
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Is it rude to ditch your partner at TSA PreCheck?
Fairy tales would have us believe that true love can overcome any obstacle. That is, unless the obstacle is the airport security line. Then, it’s every traveler for themselves.
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With all the recent headlines about panels and tires falling off planes, is flying safe?
It’s been 15 years since the last fatal crash of a U.S. airliner, but you wouldn’t know that from a torrent of flight problems that made news in the last three months
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Boeing tells airlines to check pilot seats after report that an accidental shift led plane to plunge
Boeing is telling airlines to inspect switches on pilots’ seats in its 787 Dreamliner jets after a published report said an accidental cockpit seat movement likely caused the sudden plunge of a LATAM Airlines plane flying to New Zealand.
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Man allegedly tries to storm cockpit during Alaska Airlines flight from San Diego to Dulles
A student pilot tried getting into the cockpit of a cross-country flight to Washington D.C., telling crew members he was merely “testing them” with this dangerous stunt, authorities said.
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TSA unveils passenger self-screening lanes at Vegas airport as ‘a step into the future'
Federal airport security officials have unveiled a prototype passenger self-screening system at busy Harry Reid International Airport in Las Vegas but say they do not plan to use it in other cities around the country