Bay Area storm worries Thanksgiving travelers at SFO
Flight delays and cancelations started to rack up Friday morning at San Francisco International Airport, just ahead of the busy Thanksgiving travel week.
American Airlines expands its crackdown on 'gate lice'
American Airlines is expanding a new technology that aims to cut down on “gate lice." Here's what to know.
‘Europe on 5 Dollars a Day’ author Arthur Frommer dies at 95
Arthur Frommer, the author of "Europe on 5 Dollars a Day," died at 95. His guidebooks transformed travel for Americans, promoting affordable and authentic experiences.
Spirit Airlines bankruptcy: What travelers need to know
Spirit Airlines filed for Chapter 11 bankruptcy protection on Monday morning, following months of uncertainty about its future as proposed mergers with JetBlue and Frontier did not pan out.
Norovirus outbreak on Princess cruise ship leaves dozens of passengers, crew sick: CDC
A Princess Cruises ship is completing a month-long journey from Asia on Sunday after dozens of passengers and crew fell ill with Norovirus.
Spirit Airlines files for bankruptcy
Spirit Airlines has filed for Chapter 11 bankruptcy protection following significant financial struggles due to mounting losses and debt maturities, the airline announced Monday.
Two injured after cell phone battery sparks fire on Southwest flight in Denver
More than 100 passengers were evacuated from a Southwest Airlines plane after a cell phone battery sparked a fire in the cabin. FAA data shows this is not an isolated incident.
Los Angeles to San Francisco luxury overnight train project names designer for rail cars
Dreamstar Lines is the company behind what would be the first luxury overnight train service between Los Angeles and San Francisco.
Boeing issues layoff notices as aerospace giant cuts 17,000 jobs
Boeing announced that it will lay off 10% of its workforce in the coming months and cut its production in the wake of a labor union strike.
American nurse, 31, killed while vacationing in Budapest
Hungarian officials have a 37-year-old suspect in custody, who is said to have divulged details of the Oregon woman's death.
Electric flying taxi testing for takeoff in Bay Area would speed up commute
An all-new type of electric aircraft could soon be flying over the Bay Area.
Man punches sleeping passenger on flight leaving San Francisco: FBI
The FBI has arrested a man after they said he punched a sleeping passenger on a United Airlines flight leaving from San Francisco, causing blood to spatter and bruising to occur.
US airlines need to automatically refund travelers for canceled, 'significantly changed' flights
Prior to this change, airlines set their own standards for when passengers were warranted a refund.
What is 'gate lice'? American Airlines cracks down on viral travel phenomenon
'Gate lice' at airports has American Airlines testing new technology to halt the travel phenomenon.
Spirit Airlines plans to sell planes, cut jobs
Spirit is reportedly in talks with Frontier Airlines about a potential merger.
4 in 5 holiday travelers changing plans due to inflation, survey finds
A new Bankrate survey reveals that 83% of Americans are adjusting their 2024 holiday travel plans due to inflation, with many opting for shorter trips, cheaper accommodations, and alternative travel methods.
Royal Caribbean sued over hidden camera possibly filming passengers: lawsuit
A Royal Caribbean International passenger has launched a class-action lawsuit against the company and its former crew member after as many as 960 people may have been victims of a hidden camera in a bathroom on board.
American Airlines jet nearly collides with Cessna in mid-air close call: FAA
An American Airlines plane with 122 passengers on board came dangerously close to a Cessna that flew into its flight path as it was landing at a Texas airport this week.
Thanksgiving and holiday travel trends in 2024: What you need to know
According to the U.S. Department of Transportation, U.S. airlines carried 853 million passengers in 2022, which was up from 658 million in 2021. The Sunday after Thanksgiving annually ranks as one the busiest and hectic days to fly in the entire year.
Japan offers free domestic flights to tourists, but there's a catch
Japan Airlines is offering free domestic flights to international tourists as part of a promotion, but the deal comes with conditions. Find out how it works and the catch travelers need to know.