air travel

Southwest Passengers Can Soon Enjoy Three New Onboard Features

Big improvements are coming to the airline's planes

Here’s How Airlines Have Started Using AI

If it reduces cancellations and delays, we're all in

Petition Targets Airlines for Inaction on Plus-Size Accessibility

"Air travel should be comfortable and accessible for everyone, regardless of size"

Get Ready for Another Summer of Travel Mayhem

High demand and staffing shortages are expected. Anyone else feeling deja vu?

Air New Zealand Announces Economy Sleep Pods Beginning Next Year

International travelers could get a bit more rest

Flying With a Baby? Carter’s Will Give You Cash to Appease Nearby Passengers.

We know you can’t help it if your baby is crying, but this cheeky giveaway might ease the pain

Help, My Window Seat Doesn’t Have a Window

One travel writer's reoccurring run-in with the dreaded seat with no view

What’s the Deal With Airplane Mode on Planes?

Tom Wambsgans's momentous inflight call in "Succession" raises some questions

What an Air Traffic Controller Shortage Could Mean for You

Several carriers are planning schedule cuts to multiple major airports this summer

Schiphol Airport Is Scrapping Night Flights

The goal is to reduce noise pollution

Can You Sue an Airline Over Turbulence?

A dozen passengers from a Hawaiian Airlines flight, which ended with 20 people going to the hospital, are about to find out

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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?