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Mechanical issues prompt 2 Delta Air Lines flights to divert, return to airport
The Federal Aviation Administration says two Delta Air Lines flights were diverted over the weekend because of mechanical issues
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July 13, 2024 at 3:03 PM
Passengers flee American Airlines flight over alleged laptop fire
The flight was preparing for takeoff in San Francisco when smoke in the cabin forced everyone to evacuate the plane.
July 13, 2024 at 3:03 PM
July 13, 2024 at 4:02 AM
American Airlines passenger recounts evacuation from smoke on plane in San Francisco
An American Airlines flight has been evacuated after the crew reported smoke in the cabin while the plane was taxiing at San Francisco International Airport.
July 13, 2024 at 4:02 AM
July 13, 2024 at 3:46 AM
American Airlines flight evacuated at San Francisco Airport due to smoke in the cabin
Officials said an American Airlines flight was evacuated, and at least one person was injured, after smoke filled the cabin at San Francisco International Airport on Friday.
July 13, 2024 at 3:46 AM
July 12, 2024 at 10:55 PM
American Airlines flight evacuated after smoke reported on board
American Airlines said the smoke came from a laptop in a passenger's bag.
July 12, 2024 at 10:55 PM
July 11, 2024 at 5:05 PM
Investigation underway after American Airlines plane aborts takeoff
ABC News’ Sam Sweeney discusses the latest in a string of issues on flights.
July 11, 2024 at 5:05 PM
July 11, 2024 at 4:46 PM
Higher costs, low base fares send Delta's profit down 29%
Americans are traveling in record numbers this summer, but Delta Air Lines says it saw second-quarter profit drop 29% due to higher costs and discounting of base-level fares across the industry
July 11, 2024 at 4:46 PM
July 11, 2024 at 2:30 PM
American Airlines jet blows tire mid-takeoff in Tampa
Sparks and smoke were seen coming off the Boeing 737, which was carrying 174 passengers en route to Phoenix before the pilot aborted takeoff.
July 11, 2024 at 2:30 PM
July 11, 2024 at 9:36 AM
JetBlue passenger alleges severe burns due to hot tea served amid turbulence
The complaint alleges that the drink was served during turbulence with the seat belt sign on.
July 11, 2024 at 9:36 AM
July 11, 2024 at 12:20 AM
180-passenger plane's tire exploded during takeoff in Florida
A flight bound for Phoenix was delayed Wednesday morning when a tire on the plane exploded during takeoff at Tampa International Airport, as shown in a video.
July 11, 2024 at 12:20 AM
July 10, 2024 at 5:59 PM
Latest airline investigation and its impact on travel
ABC News’ Gio Benitez discusses the FAA’s investigation amid the latest mid-air scare and Boeing’s deal with the Department of Justice.
July 10, 2024 at 5:59 PM
July 10, 2024 at 2:34 PM
Near-miss between 2 airplanes caught on camera
The FAA is investigating after police dash-cam video appears to show an American Airlines regional jet and a Delta Connection airplane nearly touch over Syracuse, New York.
July 10, 2024 at 2:34 PM
July 10, 2024 at 1:26 AM
Pastor facing federal charge after allegedly assaulting his wife over flight upgrade
Pastor facing federal charge after allegedly assaulting his wife over flight upgrade.
July 10, 2024 at 1:26 AM
July 9, 2024 at 2:14 PM
United flight loses tire on takeoff
A tire fell off a Boeing 757 when it was taking off from Los Angeles International Airport on Monday.
July 9, 2024 at 2:14 PM
July 4, 2024 at 2:14 AM
Flight to New Hampshire diverted after man exposes himself, federal officials say
Officials say a flight to Manchester, New Hampshire was diverted to Buffalo, New York, after a man allegedly exposed himself and urinated in the aisle of the airplane
July 4, 2024 at 2:14 AM
July 3, 2024 at 9:26 PM
Delta flight diverts to New York after passengers are served spoiled food
A Delta flight from Detroit to Amsterdam was diverted to New York’s Kennedy Airport after passengers were served spoiled food
July 3, 2024 at 9:26 PM
July 3, 2024 at 3:46 PM
Mom speaks out after 2-year-old found stuck in cabin ceiling on Air Europa flight
Cecilia Laguzzi said the plane felt like it was in free fall for six or seven seconds.
July 3, 2024 at 3:46 PM
July 3, 2024 at 12:14 PM
2-year-old found stuck in cabin ceiling after severe turbulence, mother says
The Air Europa flight from Spain to Uruguay experienced "heavy" turbulence early Monday morning and was diverted to Brazil, the airline said.
July 3, 2024 at 12:14 PM
July 2, 2024 at 3:26 PM
40 people injured after turbulence launches plane passengers into ceiling
Flight UX045 experienced strong turbulence early Monday morning and landed safely after being diverted to Natal International Airport in Brazil, Air Europa said.
July 2, 2024 at 3:26 PM
July 2, 2024 at 2:07 PM
At least 30 injured during severe turbulence on AirEuropa flight
The AirEuropa flight from Spain to Uruguay with 325 onboard hit turbulence over the Atlantic Ocean and made an emergency landing in Brazil.
July 2, 2024 at 2:07 PM
July 2, 2024 at 12:55 AM
Father and daughter fly together for the first time as pilots for Southwest Airlines
First Officer Mackenzie Rennhack flew with her pilot father, Captain Michael Rennhack, on her debut flight for Southwest Airlines. It was their first flight together as a family.
July 2, 2024 at 12:55 AM
July 2, 2024 at 12:24 AM
Severe air turbulence sends passengers into the air, injuring at least 30
The flight from Spain to Uruguay was diverted for an emergency landing in Brazil. Some of the passengers were treated for head injuries, cuts to the face and bruises.
July 2, 2024 at 12:24 AM
June 29, 2024 at 12:38 AM
FAA investigating Southwest Airlines flight taking off from a closed runway in Maine
The plane flying to Baltimore departed from a temporarily closed runway in Maine earlier this week. An airport vehicle was on that same runway just before the plane started its roll.
June 29, 2024 at 12:38 AM
June 21, 2024 at 11:16 PM
FAA probes Southwest flight, American Airlines flight attendants consider strike
The FAA is investigating a Southwest flight that suddenly dropped over 500 feet from the ground while en route to its destination. Also, more on American Airlines failed agreement with union workers.
June 21, 2024 at 11:16 PM
June 21, 2024 at 1:56 PM
Southwest plane drops 500 feet as it approaches airport
The FAA is investigating after a Boeing 737 dropped to roughly 525 feet while making its approach into Oklahoma City Airport just after midnight on Wednesday.
June 21, 2024 at 1:56 PM
June 21, 2024 at 12:03 AM
FAA investigating an incident on a Southwest Airlines flight
The FAA is investigating another incident concerning a Southwest Airlines flight. The plane dropped to roughly 525 feet as it approached Oklahoma City.
June 21, 2024 at 12:03 AM
June 20, 2024 at 3:38 PM
JetBlue will soon offer free carry-on bags for Blue Basic fares
JetBlue announces it will no longer charge for carry-on bags at any fare type.
June 20, 2024 at 3:38 PM
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Southwest Airlines is celebrating 53 years in the air with $53 one-way fares
Bargain fares are available on select dates and flights, including international destinations, Puerto Rico, and Hawaii. Book by Thursday at midnight and check the airline's website for details.
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Judge grants request to share confidential docs in 2019 Boeing MAX crash with DOJ
A federal magistrate judge on Monday granted a request from families of victims of the 2019 Ethiopian Air Boeing 737 MAX crash to provide the DOJ confidential documents.
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Virgin flight makes emergency landing in New Zealand after possible bird strike
A Virgin Australia flight had to make an emergency landing in New Zealand due to a "possible bird strike," according to a statement from the airline.
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Virgin Australia flight makes emergency landing after 'possible' bird strike
Flight VA 148 from Queenstown to Melbourne was diverted, the airline said on Monday.
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FAA investigate 2 Southwest mid-air scares
The Federal Aviation Administration is investigating two serious incidents that involve Boeing 737 Max planes.
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FAA investigates Southwest jet plunge
The April flight came within 400 feet of plunging into the Pacific Ocean.
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Southwest plane came within 400 feet of the ocean near Hawaii as it descended
The FAA is investigating a Southwest plane that came within 400 feet of crashing into the ocean off the coast of Hawaii due to "inclement weather," causing an aborted landing attempt at Lihue Airport.
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8-year-old girl dies after medical emergency aboard flight to Chicago: Coroner
An 8-year-old girl became unresponsive while on a flight headed to Chicago, which made an emergency landing in Peoria, Illinois on Thursday.
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Hailstorm damages Austrian Airlines plane nose, cockpit windows
An Austrian Airlines flight hit a "thunderstorm cell” and the plane suffered significant damage from hail, which took off part of the airplane's nose, the airline said.
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Hailstorm causes major damage to Austrian Airlines plane
The pilots reportedly did not know how severe the weather was while landing the Austrian Airlines plane in Vienna.
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Hailstorm damages nose, cockpit windows of Austrian Airlines plane
An Austrian Airlines flight suffered significant damage from hail, which took off part of the airplane's nose on Sunday, the company said.
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Hailstorm damages nose, cockpit windows of Austrian Airlines plane
An Austrian Airlines flight suffered significant damage from hail, which took off part of the airplane's nose on Sunday, the company said.
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Distractions, multitasking led to 2023 near-collision at JFK Airport: NTSB
The National Transportation Safety Board provided an update on its investigation of a near miss between two jets at JFK Airport in 2023.
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Airfare prices could be on the rise
Brian Kelly from The Points Guy details what travelers should know after The Associated Press reported industry leaders are saying fares will go up globally.
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With airfare prices expected to rise, travel expert shares best savings tips
Aviation industry leaders predicted at the International Air Transport Association meeting that airfare prices will continue to rise.
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Flight fares predicted to increase
What travelers can do to find the best travel prices this year.
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Passenger jets have close call at Washington, DC airport
An American Airlines flight was barreling down the runway, about to takeoff, just as a King Air flight was coming to land on an intersecting runway at Reagan National Airport.
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Close call on runway at Washington, D.C. airport
An American Airlines passenger jet was forced to abort takeoff at 110 mph.
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A scare aboard Spirit Airlines flight
Passengers traveling from Jamaica to Fort Lauderdale, Florida, aboard a Spirit Airlines flight were instructed to prepare for an emergency water landing.
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Air turbulence leaves nearly a dozen passengers injured
Nearly a dozen passengers were injured during a flight from Qatar to Dublin, while eight were taken to nearby hospitals for medical treatment.
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Longest-serving flight attendant dies at 88
The world's longest-serving flight attendant, Bette Nash, dies at 88-years-old.
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World's longest-serving flight attendant dies at 88 years old
Bette Nash served as an American Airlines flight attendant for nearly 67 years.
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First Black woman to fly in the US Air Force takes final flight
For over 40 years, Captain Theresa Claiborne has been flying military and commercial planes, breaking barriers along the way. She made her final landing at Newark Liberty International Thursday.
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