Southwest Airlines to cut 15% of its workforce in its first-ever mass layoffs
The Dallas-based airline says its “workforce reductions" of 1,750 jobs will focus mainly on corporate overhead and leadership positions, including senior leadership and directors.
Southwest Airlines now has redeye flights: See the routes
The airline had its first redeye flight last week and added these routes for passengers.
Flight passenger ignites debate after being told to 'climb over' seatmate for bathroom break
A flight passenger took to social media to ask for advice after being told to "climb over" a fellow flyer in order to exit the row for a bathroom break. An etiquette expert weighs in.
Budget airline flight makes emergency stop after pilot collapses: 'Rough and scary'
An EasyJet pilot suffered a collapse on a flight, causing a mid-air fright and leading to a diversion in Greece, according to an airline official.
America's longest commutes got longer in 2024: See the worst cities
A new traffic report revealed worsening commute times and congestion in these cities.
Missing plane in Alaska located; 10 found dead, officials say
A plane carrying 10 people over Alaska went missing on Thursday. Here's what to know.
Video: Small plane crashes onto busy street, killing 2 people
A small plane crashed onto a busy street in Brazil, killing two people and injuring several more on the ground. Video captured the explosion.
American Airlines pilot reassures passengers after deadly DC collision: 'No higher calling'
A day after a deadly midair collision near Washington, D.C., killed 67 people, an American Airlines pilot reassured passengers before a flight from Jacksonville to Miami.
United Airlines plane catches fire at Houston's Bush Airport
A flight from Houston to New York had to be evacuated after it caught fire during take off.
Bartow air traffic controller academy will work towards filling nationwide vacancies
The D.C. plane crash this week highlighted the desperate need for more air traffic controllers across the country. In Polk County, a new control tower operator academy is working towards fixing that shortfall.
Pilot of American Airlines jet that crashed in Washington DC had Florida ties
One of the pilots of the passenger jet involved in a mid-air collision in Washington, D.C. was a native of New York but grew up in Florida, where he learned to fly planes, according to records and statements from those who knew him.
Air traffic control audio in DC plane crash captures moments around collision
Air traffic control audio from a plane crash near Ronald Reagan National Airport sheds light on the moments before and after the collision.
What is home swapping? Here's why more vacationers are doing it
There’s a growing number of Americans choosing to swap houses on vacation instead of booking hotels or a short-term rental property, including a St. Petersburg woman who says it’s one of the best ways for her to travel the world.
Frontier and Spirit: Budget airline merger back on the table
Frontier Airlines is making a second attempt to merge with Spirit Airlines, which filed for bankruptcy in November amid financial struggles.
Watch: British Airways plane struck by lightning in Sao Paulo
A British Airways plane was struck by lightning during a storm at Sao Paulo Guarulhos Airport on January 24, delaying its takeoff to London Heathrow by several hours.
Spirit Airlines no longer allowing passengers with inappropriate clothing or tattoos to fly
Leave your see-through shirt at home: The update, which became effective on Jan. 22, says a passenger can be denied boarding or removed from a flight because of their clothing or offensive tattoos.
Disney Cruise Line raises gratuity rates in 2025 – here’s what to know
Disney Cruise Line has increased its recommended gratuity rates. Here's what to know.
Winter storm impacting dozens of flights at TPA. Here's what travelers need to know
With a winter storm moving through the southeastern U.S., even impacting Florida, weather conditions are having an effect on some flights into and out of Tampa International Airport.
Southwest pilot of Chicago-bound flight arrested for allegedly being intoxicated
The pilot for a Chicago-bound flight was arrested Wednesday morning and charged with DUI.
TSA sees slight drop in number of guns found at airport checkpoints: 'Starting to turn a corner'
Airport security agents are seeing good signs in the effort to remind passengers not to bring guns through security checkpoints.