air travel

Holiday Travel Set a New Record This July Fourth Weekend

Turns out a lot of people opted to fly this weekend

A Growing Number of Airlines Are Cracking Down on TikTok Use

Delta is the latest airline to restrict employees from using the app

This Might Be the Biggest Perk of Living in the Suburbs

If you live near a small airport in vicinity of a big city, you’re in luck

Vaping Was the Number One Non-Compliance Issue on Planes in 2022

Why doesn't anyone know how to act on a plane anymore?

What the Hell Is Skiplagging?

The controversial hack that could save you a lot of money on airfare

Ahead of Summer Travel Season, Passport Wait Times Double

You're going to want to check the expiry date on yours now

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Did You Know That You’re Still Paying a 9/11 Security Fee Every Time You Fly?

It's currently $5.60 per one-way trip that originates at an airport in the U.S.

Here’s Why You Should Always Remove Old Stickers From Your Luggage

We're not talking about the vinyl, souvenir variety

Air Traffic Controller Shortage Could Impact the Travel Industry for Years

A dire situation will probably get worse before it improves

The Good and Bad News About the Future of Turbulence

Buckle up, because it’s becoming more frequent. Thankfully, we're getting better at detecting it, too.

Play Might Be the Best Way to Get From DC to Europe This Fall

Bonus: the new budget airline offers (nearly) free stopovers in Iceland

There Were 46 Near-Collisions Involving Commercial Airlines Last Month

“This has really opened my eyes to how the next aviation accident may play out."

Is Skiplagging Doomed?

American Airlines is the latest to sue over the practice, but will the lawsuit actually force change?

Where Exactly Is the "Worst" Seat to Book on an Airplane?

One air traveler's worst seat might be another's ideal spot

A Guide to Jet Lag and How to Best It

It typically takes around one day to adjust for each one to 1.5 hours of time change

All the Ways Planes Will Become More Accessible…in the Next 12 Years

Braille signage and accessible lavatories are coming to an aircraft near you (eventually)

Government Regulations Will Expand the Size of (Some) Airplane Bathrooms

It addresses a serious issue, but it might not be expansive enough

This Airline Is Renting Clothing to Customers

They are trying to make baggage loads lighter, but will the program actually have environmental benefits?