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fromFast Company
4 days ago
US politics

TSA pay is back today-but here's why airport lines could still be slow

TSA workers will receive paychecks after an executive order, but airport lines may remain affected due to ongoing issues from the government shutdown.
fromwww.businessinsider.com
6 days ago
US politics

TSA workers are getting paid again, but airport chaos isn't going anywhere

Jetsetting has become less glamorous due to staffing shortages and rising costs, despite TSA workers being reinstated with pay.
US politics
fromConde Nast Traveler
23 hours ago

TSA Lines Are Returning to Normal at Airports Across the US

TSA officer pay resumption has significantly reduced airport security wait times across major U.S. airports after weeks of delays due to the government shutdown.
Washington DC
fromFast Company
4 days ago

Some airport wait times improve as TSA workers start to get paid

TSA workers are receiving paychecks, improving airport wait times, but uncertainty remains about long-term security line normalization and immigration officer presence.
Travel
fromTravel + Leisure
1 day ago

Here Are the Best Ways to Track TSA Wait Times in Advance

Travelers can now track TSA airport security wait times through United Airlines' mobile app and other resources to better plan their trips.
US politics
fromFast Company
4 days ago

TSA pay is back today-but here's why airport lines could still be slow

TSA workers will receive paychecks after an executive order, but airport lines may remain affected due to ongoing issues from the government shutdown.
US politics
fromwww.businessinsider.com
6 days ago

TSA workers are getting paid again, but airport chaos isn't going anywhere

Jetsetting has become less glamorous due to staffing shortages and rising costs, despite TSA workers being reinstated with pay.
#travel
fromFast Company
6 hours ago
Roam Research

This turbulence-tracking travel app will make your next trip more tolerable

Turbli is a free website that provides detailed turbulence forecasts for flights, enhancing travel planning and experience.
fromConde Nast Traveler
1 week ago
Travel

How Do You Spend 19 Hours on Board a Plane? We Have Ideas

Traveling from Singapore to New York on Singapore Airlines in business class offers a blend of luxury and personal rituals during a long flight.
Roam Research
fromFast Company
6 hours ago

This turbulence-tracking travel app will make your next trip more tolerable

Turbli is a free website that provides detailed turbulence forecasts for flights, enhancing travel planning and experience.
Travel
fromConde Nast Traveler
1 week ago

How Do You Spend 19 Hours on Board a Plane? We Have Ideas

Traveling from Singapore to New York on Singapore Airlines in business class offers a blend of luxury and personal rituals during a long flight.
fromThe Local France
6 hours ago

Eurotunnel and Eurostar still not ready for EES rollout despite deadline

The new checks, part of the EU's new Entry/Exit System (EES), collect digital personal records of third country nationals travelling to the Schengen area and replace the manual stamping of passports.
EU data protection
#airport-security
US politics
fromFortune
1 week ago

Airports complain early bird travelers are making TSA lines even worse | Fortune

Travelers are arriving too early at airports, causing bottlenecks, while some airports advise arriving only 90 minutes before departure.
UK news
fromwww.theguardian.com
2 months ago

Heathrow scraps 100ml limit on liquids in cabin bags after tech upgrade

Heathrow removed the 100ml cabin-liquid limit for departing passengers with CT scanners, permitting liquids and electronics to stay in hand luggage up to two litres.
Travel
fromTravel + Leisure
11 hours ago

A Former TSA Agent Shares The No. 1 Reason Bags Get Flagged at Security-and How to Prevent It From Happening

Human error, especially with laptops, is the primary reason for carry-on luggage being flagged at airport security.
Washington DC
fromFast Company
6 days ago

How architects design airports to handle superlong security lines

Long security lines at U.S. airports result from TSA worker shortages and increased traveler numbers, prompting airports to adapt design for better management.
US politics
fromwww.aljazeera.com
4 days ago

US airport lines shorten as TSA workers get paid

Airports report shorter wait times, but LaGuardia still faces delays of up to two hours amid ongoing government shutdown.
US politics
fromThe New Yorker
6 days ago

What Was Behind the T.S.A. Meltdown?

The airport experience deteriorated due to unpaid T.S.A. agents, leading to unprecedented wait times and chaos for travelers.
US politics
fromFortune
1 week ago

Airports complain early bird travelers are making TSA lines even worse | Fortune

Travelers are arriving too early at airports, causing bottlenecks, while some airports advise arriving only 90 minutes before departure.
Science
fromSilicon Canals
8 hours ago

SpaceX, Amazon, and Google want orbital data centers - four engineering barriers reveal who really benefits - Silicon Canals

Orbital data centers will concentrate AI infrastructure power among a few dominant companies, limiting access for smaller competitors and national regulators.
Europe news
fromwww.businessinsider.com
1 day ago

This chart shows why your next plane ticket will likely be way more expensive

Jet fuel prices have surged significantly, impacting airline costs and ticket prices amid the ongoing Iran war.
Germany news
fromwww.dw.com
2 days ago

Germany news: Lufthansa marks centenary amid testing times

Lufthansa celebrates its anniversary amid economic challenges and rising fuel costs linked to geopolitical tensions.
US news
fromSFGATE
2 days ago

FAA changes air safety rule after near miss at Calif. airport

The FAA has changed regulations, requiring air traffic controllers to use radar for separation between helicopters and airplanes to prevent collisions.
#aviation-safety
fromwww.mediaite.com
2 days ago
NYC parents

That's Crazy': Midair Confusion as Pilot Told He's Not Speaking With Wrong Airport Tower While On Approach to Land

fromwww.mediaite.com
2 days ago
NYC parents

That's Crazy': Midair Confusion as Pilot Told He's Not Speaking With Wrong Airport Tower While On Approach to Land

Austin
fromFast Company
6 days ago

This new tech could help prevent future runway crashes

New runway collision warning technology could significantly enhance aviation safety by providing pilots with immediate alerts.
US news
fromwww.npr.org
2 weeks ago

FAA tightens safety rules for helicopters and planes around major airports

The FAA suspended visual separation procedures between helicopters and planes in congested airspace around major airports, requiring radar-based separation instead following a deadly collision and recent close calls.
#heathrow
UK news
fromwww.theguardian.com
4 days ago

UK aviation regulator rejects Heathrow's plans to significantly raise landing fees

Heathrow's proposed landing fee increase was partially rejected, allowing for investment without steep price hikes for passengers.
UK news
fromwww.theguardian.com
4 days ago

UK aviation regulator rejects Heathrow's plans to significantly raise landing fees

Heathrow's proposed landing fee increase was partially rejected, allowing for investment without steep price hikes for passengers.
London
fromTime Out London
4 days ago

Two London airports have been named in the 100 best in the world for 2026

London Heathrow and Gatwick ranked 16th and 30th in Skytrax's World Airport Awards based on passenger feedback.
fromEngadget
4 days ago

Delta picks Amazon Leo for in-flight Wi-Fi starting in 2028

In-flight Wi-Fi on Delta flights will be provided by Amazon Leo beginning in 2028, marking a significant partnership between the two companies to enhance passenger connectivity.
Tech industry
Public health
fromMail Online
4 days ago

Elderly people should be SEPARATED on flights to speed up evacuations

Elderly passengers should be distributed evenly on flights to enhance emergency evacuation efficiency.
fromCN Traveller
5 days ago

Gulf Air has issued new updates on its flights to the Middle East - here's everything you need to know

Due to the airspace closure in Bahrain, Gulf Air's scheduled services to and from Bahrain International Airport remain temporarily suspended. The airline currently operates temporary commercial flights to and from Bahrain via King Fahad International Airport in Dammam.
World news
Digital life
fromInsideHook
6 days ago

What Will Airlines' Use of Satellite Internet Mean for Entertainment?

Airlines are partnering with satellite internet providers to offer free wifi, transforming in-flight entertainment and passenger experience.
fromThe Local France
5 days ago

Air France leaves Paris's Orly airport

Air France's departure from Orly airport concludes an 80-year relationship, driven by declining passenger demand and a shift towards train travel, particularly post-Covid.
France news
fromSFGATE
6 days ago

Hawaii could see electric passenger planes launch by 2027

"We're essentially nine months away from testing an electric cargo plane, and then from there, we're hopefully a year and a half away from flying passengers on the plane," Louis Saint-Cyr, the president of Surf Air Mobility, stated.
Alternative transportation
Madrid food
fromCN Traveller
1 week ago

Qatar Airways has issued updates on flight operations to the Middle East - here's everything you need to know

Qatar Airways has parked 17 planes in Spain due to the US-Iran conflict and ongoing airspace restrictions.
Canada news
fromThe Atlantic
1 week ago

LaGuardia's Air Traffic Controllers Had Too Much to Do

A collision at LaGuardia Airport resulted from a complex sequence of events involving multiple aircraft and a fire truck, leading to fatalities.
Roam Research
fromComputerWeekly.com
3 days ago

SpaceLocker launches first shared satellite mission | Computer Weekly

SpaceLocker transitions to satellite operations with a shared model, aiming to reduce costs and space debris while enabling broader access to orbit.
London food
fromTime Out London
1 week ago

This major London airport has been named one of the best in the world for 2026

London Heathrow was named the 16th best airport globally and awarded World's Best Airport Shopping in the 2026 Skytrax World Airport Awards.
US politics
fromIntelligencer
5 days ago

When Will TSA Wait Times Get Back to Normal?

The DHS shutdown has become the longest federal shutdown in U.S. history, causing significant disruptions at airports.
fromCN Traveller
2 days ago

I've been on the longest flight in the world - here's what I brought to make it more comfortable

The flight, operated by Singapore Airlines, is one I'll never forget, and I'd do it again just to eat kaya toast once more.
Travel
Europe news
fromCN Traveller
3 days ago

Will flights be cancelled due to fuel shortage?

The Iran war is causing a jet fuel shortage in the UK, impacting airlines and travelers significantly.
#air-canada
Canada news
fromFortune
1 week ago

'I messed up': overworked air traffic controller's admission about deadly La Guardia crash | Fortune

Passengers acted quickly to escape an Air Canada jet after a collision with a fire truck at LaGuardia Airport, resulting in fatalities and injuries.
Canada news
fromwww.aljazeera.com
1 week ago

Air Canada crash at LaGuardia Airport: What happened, who were the victims?

Two fatalities occurred when an Air Canada plane collided with a fire truck at LaGuardia Airport during landing.
Canada news
fromwww.dw.com
1 week ago

Fatal ground collision at New York's LaGuardia Airport

An Air Canada Express jet collided with a ground vehicle at LaGuardia, resulting in fatalities and injuries, leading to airport closure.
Canada news
fromFortune
1 week ago

'I messed up': overworked air traffic controller's admission about deadly La Guardia crash | Fortune

Passengers acted quickly to escape an Air Canada jet after a collision with a fire truck at LaGuardia Airport, resulting in fatalities and injuries.
Canada news
fromwww.aljazeera.com
1 week ago

Air Canada crash at LaGuardia Airport: What happened, who were the victims?

Two fatalities occurred when an Air Canada plane collided with a fire truck at LaGuardia Airport during landing.
Canada news
fromwww.dw.com
1 week ago

Fatal ground collision at New York's LaGuardia Airport

An Air Canada Express jet collided with a ground vehicle at LaGuardia, resulting in fatalities and injuries, leading to airport closure.
Travel
fromCN Traveller
3 days ago

How do you spend 19 hours on board a plane? We have ideas

Flying business class from Singapore to New York offers a blend of luxury and personal rituals during a long journey.
Europe news
fromCity AM
3 days ago

Europe urges fewer flights, remote working as Iran war drains oil supplies

Oil prices are rising due to the Iran war, prompting Europe to implement emergency measures to conserve energy.
Gadgets
fromInsideHook
3 weeks ago

Is Using Airplane Mode on Flights Still Necessary?

Airplane mode is required by the FAA to prevent potential radio frequency interference with aircraft instruments, though actual risk is minimal and primarily concerns takeoff and landing phases.
London
fromianVisits
2 weeks ago

London City Airport wants to allow larger planes to use the airport

London City Airport proposes a shallower aircraft descent angle to accommodate larger, quieter aircraft, reducing flights by 76,000 over 12 years while maintaining existing flight paths.
Canada news
fromwww.mediaite.com
1 week ago

Some Big Questions Here': CNN's Aviation Expert Says a Comms Review of LaGuardia Crash Will Be Crucial

The crash at LaGuardia raised serious concerns about communication breakdowns between air traffic control and emergency responders.
Travel
fromwww.businessinsider.com
2 days ago

Alaska is rolling out a new business-class experience as it expands further into Europe and Asia. Here's what to expect.

Alaska Airlines is enhancing its 787 business class to compete with major US carriers by introducing new amenities and a distinct identity.
#eu
Europe news
fromThe Local Germany
4 days ago

European airports record longer waits at borders as EES deadline looms

The EU's new biometric border system is causing significant delays at airports during peak travel times, particularly affecting third country nationals.
Europe news
fromwww.thelocal.com
4 days ago

European airports record longer waits at borders as EES deadline looms

The EU's new biometric border system is causing significant delays at airports during peak travel times, particularly affecting third country nationals.
Europe news
fromThe Local Germany
4 days ago

European airports record longer waits at borders as EES deadline looms

The EU's new biometric border system is causing significant delays at airports during peak travel times, particularly affecting third country nationals.
Europe news
fromwww.thelocal.com
4 days ago

European airports record longer waits at borders as EES deadline looms

The EU's new biometric border system is causing significant delays at airports during peak travel times, particularly affecting third country nationals.
#airport-operations
San Francisco
fromSFGATE
3 weeks ago

Inside the 'nerve center' that runs SFO

San Francisco International Airport opened a new Airport Integrated Operations Center that centrally coordinates all airport operations from roadways to runways, enabling greater efficiency without physical expansion.
San Francisco
fromSFGATE
3 weeks ago

Inside the 'nerve center' that runs SFO

San Francisco International Airport opened a new Airport Integrated Operations Center that centrally coordinates all airport operations from roadways to runways, enabling greater efficiency without physical expansion.
fromTravel + Leisure
4 days ago

An Airline Ticket Agent Reveals the Bag Check Mistakes Even Frequent Fliers Make-Plus, 9 Tips to Do It Right

One of the biggest mistakes passengers make is arriving at the bag drop or ticket counter with luggage that exceeds the airline limit, resulting in a mad dash to repack and shift items between bags.
Travel
London politics
fromTime Out London
4 weeks ago

London's best airport is set to get bigger, quieter planes

London City Airport proposes a shallower landing approach for new-generation aircraft to enable larger planes, potentially reducing noise for 110,000 people and saving significant CO2 emissions.
World news
fromThe Washington Post
2 weeks ago

Drone strike hits Dubai airport, a major global hub, sparking huge fire

An Iranian drone attack ignited a fuel tank at Dubai International Airport, causing a massive fire and forcing flight suspensions at one of the world's busiest aviation hubs.
US news
fromTheregister
3 weeks ago

Mystery outage behind JetBlue's request for grounding

JetBlue requested a groundstop due to a brief system outage, halting new departures for less than an hour before resuming operations.
Travel
fromTravel + Leisure
1 week ago

This New App Feature Decodes Airport Chaos to Help You Avoid Delays and Airport Disruptions

Flighty app's Airport Intelligence feature provides real-time updates and insights on flight delays and cancellations across over 14,000 airports.
fromTravel + Leisure
1 month ago

Is Your Airplane Wi-Fi Really Safe? Security Experts Weigh In

In-flight Wi-Fi is roughly on par with hotel or airport Wi-Fi. It's not automatically unsafe, but it's not something you should blindly trust either. You're on a shared network with hundreds of other people, and you don't know how well it's segmented or monitored.
Privacy technologies
fromwww.thelocal.com
2 weeks ago

What you need to know as European airlines cancel hundreds of flights

Scandinavian Airlines (SAS) has announced the cancellation of 1,000 flights in April alone and many other major European airlines have announced cancellations or route cutbacks.
Europe news
fromConde Nast Traveler
2 weeks ago

I've Been On the Longest Flight in the World-Here's What I Brought to Make it More Comfortable

The longest flight in the world-the 19-hour non-stop from New York's JFK to Singapore's Changi airport-is no easy feat. It was me, myself, and I against 9,537 miles in the air, on my way to the glitzy Lion City for a reporting trip. The flight, operated by Singapore Airlines, is one I'll never forget, and I'd do it again just to eat kaya toast once more.
Travel
#government-shutdown
fromFortune
2 weeks ago
US politics

'Air travel is the political football:' Airline CEOs pen letter to Congress to fund aviation workers: 'Air travel is the political football' | Fortune

Airline and cargo company CEOs urge Congress to pass legislation guaranteeing federal aviation worker pay during government shutdowns to prevent operational disruptions.
fromwww.businessinsider.com
2 weeks ago
Travel

Flying has turned into a fiasco

Airport security lines reach three hours due to TSA agent shortage from government shutdown, coinciding with Spring Break travel surge and regional flight disruptions from Middle East tensions.
US politics
fromFortune
2 weeks ago

'Air travel is the political football:' Airline CEOs pen letter to Congress to fund aviation workers: 'Air travel is the political football' | Fortune

Airline and cargo company CEOs urge Congress to pass legislation guaranteeing federal aviation worker pay during government shutdowns to prevent operational disruptions.
Travel
fromwww.businessinsider.com
2 weeks ago

Flying has turned into a fiasco

Airport security lines reach three hours due to TSA agent shortage from government shutdown, coinciding with Spring Break travel surge and regional flight disruptions from Middle East tensions.
Travel
fromConde Nast Traveler
2 weeks ago

11 Golden Rules for Surviving Your Next Long-Haul Flight

Strategic seat selection, movement, and personal comfort preparations significantly improve long-haul flight experiences and reduce physical strain.
Artificial intelligence
fromwww.aljazeera.com
2 months ago

Airports embrace AI to manage growing global passenger traffic

Airports deploy AI across passenger flow, baggage, maintenance, biometrics and cybersecurity to improve efficiency, predict congestion, and enhance customer experience amid rising passenger volumes.
Travel
fromwww.theguardian.com
4 weeks ago

Airline groundings expose depth of world travel's reliance on Gulf corridor

Emirates restarted operations after week-long closures from US-Israel-Iran conflict, resuming 11 daily UK flights and 83 total destinations, though full network recovery remains uncertain.
Miscellaneous
fromLondon Business News | Londonlovesbusiness.com
1 month ago

Early warning alerts to reduce knock-on disruption in aviation - London Business News | Londonlovesbusiness.com

Advance Flight Delay Notification API gives airports early visibility of potential flight delays, enabling proactive adjustments to reduce operational disruption, costs, and missed connections.
fromBusiness Insider
2 months ago

Airlines are being forced into huge, hourslong diversions to avoid flying over Iran - with some planes even needing to refuel

A Eurowings spokesperson told Business Insider that its owner, the Lufthansa Group, decided not to fly over Iranian or Iraqi airspace as a precautionary measure. They added that the refueling stop was "due to a longer flight distance and stronger headwinds on the alternative route at the time." "In the event of such refueling, we inform our passengers accordingly before departure in Dubai," they said.
Miscellaneous
Travel
fromTravel + Leisure
1 month ago

These Are the Best (and Worst) Months to Fly to Avoid Delays

September had the lowest flight disruption rate at 18.3%, while July, June, and December had the highest rates around 30-31%, with specific days like November 30 reaching 47.5% disruptions.
Gadgets
fromTESLARATI
1 month ago

Starlink gets its latest airline adoptee for stable and reliable internet access

Southwest Airlines will equip over 300 aircraft with SpaceX Starlink satellite internet, with the first Starlink-equipped plane entering service this summer.
fromConde Nast Traveler
1 month ago

The Airports With the Strongest Flight Networks in the World

OAG's Megahubs 2025 ranking reveals how well an international airport has connected you to the rest of the globe last year, based on a simple but telling comparison: These unique rankings are generated by comparing the number of scheduled connections to and from international flights with the number of destinations served from the airport.
Travel
fromTime Out London
2 months ago

Two London airports officially have the fewest cancellations in the UK - here are the capital's most reliable air hubs

After spending months anticipating a holiday, a week spent packing and doing last minute admin, and several stressful hours going through check-in and security at the airport, the very last thing you want to hear is that your flight has been axed. Cancelled flights are far more common in some UK airports than others. And now, flight compensation site AirAdvisor has looked at data from the Civil Aviation Authority to reveal the cancellation rates across 20 of the UK's biggest airports in 2025. It also compared it to their rates in 2024 to figure out where cancellations are easing, and where they're getting worse.
Miscellaneous
World news
fromTravel + Leisure
2 months ago

These Are The Safest Airlines In the World, According to Expert Data

Etihad was ranked the safest full-service airline worldwide for 2026, becoming the first Gulf carrier to top AirlineRatings.com's annual safety list.
fromCN Traveller
2 months ago

The largest airports in the world

Using land area, this list looks at the largest airports in the world by physical size, ranking them purely on how much ground they occupy. Source and methodology This ranking is based on data compiled by World Atlas, which measures the total land area owned and managed by each airport authority. The figures reflect the overall airport footprint, including runways, terminals, support facilities, and undeveloped land reserved for future expansion. Rankings are ordered by total area, not by passenger traffic or flight volume.
World news
US politics
fromTheregister
2 months ago

Airlines face another altimeter upgrade costing billions

US airlines must retrofit radio altimeters to withstand adjacent-band wireless interference, costing an estimated $4.49 billion to protect aircraft altitude readings and safety systems.
fromTravel + Leisure
1 month ago

This Is the Smartest Way to Time Your Airport Arrival, According to Airline Experts

arrive two hours prior to scheduled departure for domestic flights and three hours prior to scheduled departure for international flights.
Travel
fromFuturism
2 months ago

Trump Department Responsible for Airline Safety Using AI to Write New Regulations, So They Can Be Churned Out as Fast as Possible

"exciting new AI tools available to DOT rule writers to help us do our job better and faster."
US politics
fromBusiness Insider
2 months ago

Free airline WiFi is no longer special

On Tuesday, the Texas airline said it will begin rolling out free, high-speed WiFi on more than 1,400 mainline narrowbody and dual-class regional aircraft. By early spring, nearly every American flight - including new Boeing 787s serving long-haul international routes - will offer the service. American said this will make it the airline with free WiFi on more planes than any other carrier in the world.
Travel
Travel
fromMail Online
2 months ago

European airline becomes the latest to launch free Wi-fi on board

KLM now provides free, unlimited Wi-Fi on European flights, with a phased rollout and half the fleet equipped as of January 22.
fromBusiness Matters
1 month ago

How Smart Airport Taxi Solutions Improve Business Travel Efficiency for UK SMEs

The Hidden Cost of Poor Airport Transport Planning Missed pickups, last-minute cancellations, surge pricing, and unreliable availability can all disrupt carefully planned business schedules. Searching for a Taxi Near Me just hours before departure may work occasionally, but for executives heading to important meetings, uncertainty is not an option. Public transport delays, airport parking fees, fuel costs, and lost preparation time all add up. For SMEs managing tight budgets, these inefficiencies are more than inconvenient-they affect both financial performance and professional reputation.
Travel
fromConde Nast Traveler
2 months ago

The Busiest Flight Routes in the World in 2025

As global air travel settled into a new rhythm in 2025, OAG's latest Busiest Flight Routes in the World report offers a clear picture of where travelers have been flying the most across the year. Based on scheduled seat capacity, the rankings highlight the air corridors that carried the highest volumes of passengers worldwide, and they are overwhelmingly concentrated in one region.
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