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Summer airfares expected to be higher this year due to decreased supply of Boeing planes
Prices for airfare for your summer vacation may be sky high this year after manufacturing delays for new Boeing aircraft are likely to decrease the amount of flights available in the United States.
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Union representing American Airlines pilots expresses concerns over safety in the skies
The union warned members about a significant spike in safety and maintenance problems. NBC 5’s Ben Russell has the details.
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American Airlines pilots union reports ‘a significant spike' in safety and maintenance issues
The pilots union at American Airlines says there’s been a significant spike in safety and maintenance issues at the airline.
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Pilot of United Airlines jet that slid off taxiway says brakes seemed less effective than usual
Federal officials are issuing a preliminary report about a United Airlines jet that slid off a taxiway at a Houston airport last month.
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United asks pilots to take unpaid time off, citing Boeing's delayed aircraft
United previously paused pilot hiring because of late-arriving aircraft from Boeing.
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A big airline is relaxing its pet policy to let owners bring the companion and a rolling carry-on
American Airlines is easing a restriction in its pet policy. For years, people with a small pet could only bring one other thing into the cabin — a small personal item that fits under their seat. American confirmed Friday that people with pets can now bring a personal item or a regular carry-on bag that fits in the overhead bin.
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Texas AG Ken Paxton investigates Boeing door-plug supplier, asking about diversity
The Texas attorney general says he’s investigating a key Boeing supplier that is already under scrutiny by federal regulators over the quality of its work on Boeing planes.
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Low-cost Breeze Airways arrives at DFW with twice-weekly flights to Salt Lake City
Breeze Airways is now offering a $69 flight from Dallas, Texas to Provo, Utah.
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FBI tells passengers on the Alaska Airlines flight that lost a panel they might be crime victims
In letters to some of the passengers, an FBI victim specialist says the case is currently under investigation by the agency. A lawyer representing some of the passengers on that flight in a lawsuit shared the letter with The Associated Press.
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Federal officials want to know how airlines handle — and share — passengers' personal information
The government wants to know how airlines handle personal information about their passengers.
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United Airlines CEO tries to reassure customers that the airline is safe despite recent incidents
The CEO of United Airlines is trying to reassure travelers that the airline is safe despite a series of recent incidents ranging from a panel falling off a plane to an engine fire.
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Brighten up your eclipse viewing experience with a variety of special glasses and quirky souvenirs
Similar to the last time the U.S. got a significant portion of the entire solar eclipse action in 2017, there are a ton of unique eclipse safety glasses for sale, along with T-shirts bearing catchy slogans and other mementos.
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Federal officials investigating tire problem on American Airlines flight from Dallas to Los Angeles
The Federal Aviation Administration says it’s investigating an incident in which an American Airlines plane flying from Dallas to Los Angeles suffered a tire problem.
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What kind of plane are you flying on?
Here’s how to find out what model plane you’re flying on.
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David E. Harris, first Black commercial pilot for major US airline, dies at 89
David E. Harris, the first Black pilot to fly a commercial plane for a major airline and the first Black man to achieve the rank of Pilot Captain for a major U.S. commercial airline, has died at 89, American Airlines confirmed Saturday.
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JetBlue and Spirit end agreement to merge
The announcement came after a federal judge sided with the Justice Department, blocking JetBlue’s attempted takeover of budget airline Spirit.
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Airlines could face more fines for mishandling wheelchairs under a Biden administration proposal
The Biden Damage to wheelchairs and scooters during air travel is a growing problem. The Transportation Department said 11,527 of the devices were mishandled by airlines last year, up from 10,337 in 2022.
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Why airlines are raising baggage fees — and charging you more at the airport
American, JetBlue, United and other airlines now charge different prices for luggage depending on when travelers pay for the service.
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Pilots got their payday. Now flights attendants are pushing airlines for higher wages
Flight attendants picketed around the U.S. Tuesday to demand higher pay and better working conditions.
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Flight attendants picket, demand pay increases at DFW Airport, Dallas Love Field
On Tuesday, tens of thousands of flight attendants were expected to hold informational pickets at major airports across the country – including both major airports in North Texas, Dallas-Fort Worth International Airport and Dallas Love Field Airport.