Southwest Airlines: All the changes coming ahead of summer travel
May 28 is the date to know if you fly with Southwest Airlines. Here’s all the changes coming that day - and it’s not just checked bags and assigned seating.
May 28 is the date to know if you fly with Southwest Airlines. Here’s all the changes coming that day - and it’s not just checked bags and assigned seating.
Here's how airlines may get rid of boarding passes and flight check-ins
The UN’s aviation agency is backing a plan to digitize the passenger experience using facial recognition and a “journey pass," potentially phasing out check-in and boarding passes within a few years.
The UN’s aviation agency is backing a plan to digitize the passenger experience using facial recognition and a “journey pass," potentially phasing out check-in and boarding passes within a few years.
This is the best airline in 2025, according to a new study
A new study compared the 9 largest airlines, plus two regional carriers, across several metrics including delay rates, baggage mishaps, price and comfort.
A new study compared the 9 largest airlines, plus two regional carriers, across several metrics including delay rates, baggage mishaps, price and comfort.
Popular American travel spot closed after hiker's death, huge spike in rescue operations
Arizona’s Lake Mead National Recreation Area officials said their closures are also due to dangerously high temperatures.
Arizona’s Lake Mead National Recreation Area officials said their closures are also due to dangerously high temperatures.
Carnival Cruise Line building largest ship to date
Carnival Cruise Line will launch its largest cruise ship yet, the "Carnival Festivale," with week-long cruises from the Space Coast in 2027. The new 180,000-ton cruise ship will be the cruise line's fourth Excel-class ship. Carnival Festivale will offer a wide range of popular amenities and new features, such as a sprawling water park on the uppermost decks and a host of other innovations.
Carnival Cruise Line will launch its largest cruise ship yet, the "Carnival Festivale," with week-long cruises from the Space Coast in 2027. The new 180,000-ton cruise ship will be the cruise line's fourth Excel-class ship. Carnival Festivale will offer a wide range of popular amenities and new features, such as a sprawling water park on the uppermost decks and a host of other innovations.
Hudson River helicopter crash updates: NTSB
The National Transportation Safety Board gave an update on the Hudson River helicopter crash that took place Thursday afternoon. A family of five, three children and two adults, were killed in the crash, along with the pilot. The helicopter model has been confirmed as a Bell 206 L-4 flying for New York Helicopters.
The National Transportation Safety Board gave an update on the Hudson River helicopter crash that took place Thursday afternoon. A family of five, three children and two adults, were killed in the crash, along with the pilot. The helicopter model has been confirmed as a Bell 206 L-4 flying for New York Helicopters.
Boca Raton Florida plane crash: 3 dead, 1 injured aboard Tallahassee-bound plane: FAA
Officials say three people were killed, and one person was injured, during a small airplane crash due to mechanical issues on Friday morning in Boca Raton, Florida.
Officials say three people were killed, and one person was injured, during a small airplane crash due to mechanical issues on Friday morning in Boca Raton, Florida.
Orlando Matters: Orlando International Airport shares future plans
Orlando Matters takes you inside the top local business and political news impacting Orlando and Central Florida. This week, FOX 35?s Ryan Elijah sits down with the CEO of the Orlando International Airport, Kevin Thibault. The extended interview takes a look at many exciting plans at MCO from new technology to speed up the TSA process to Vertiports that could change how many people travel.
Orlando Matters takes you inside the top local business and political news impacting Orlando and Central Florida. This week, FOX 35?s Ryan Elijah sits down with the CEO of the Orlando International Airport, Kevin Thibault. The extended interview takes a look at many exciting plans at MCO from new technology to speed up the TSA process to Vertiports that could change how many people travel.
US tourist arrested for trying to visit isolated Sentinelese tribe
Mykhailo Viktorovych Polyakov, 24, allegedly left a can of Diet Coke and a coconut to entice the Sentinelese tribe, blowing a whistle while he filmed the encounter.
Mykhailo Viktorovych Polyakov, 24, allegedly left a can of Diet Coke and a coconut to entice the Sentinelese tribe, blowing a whistle while he filmed the encounter.
The most powerful passports of 2025: See where the US ranks
Passports in 199 countries and territories were graded based on visa-free travel, taxation of citizens, perceptions, dual citizenship and personal freedoms.
Passports in 199 countries and territories were graded based on visa-free travel, taxation of citizens, perceptions, dual citizenship and personal freedoms.
Watch: Cruise ship rocked by 40-foot waves in notorious Drake Passage
A cruise ship experienced a turbulent journey through the notorious Drake Passage, where passengers battled massive waves, some reaching up to 40 feet.
A cruise ship experienced a turbulent journey through the notorious Drake Passage, where passengers battled massive waves, some reaching up to 40 feet.
US issues new travel advisory for The Bahamas: What to know
The U.S. Department of State is urging travelers to be extra cautious when visiting The Bahamas, as crime, including armed robberies and sexual assaults, can occur.
The U.S. Department of State is urging travelers to be extra cautious when visiting The Bahamas, as crime, including armed robberies and sexual assaults, can occur.
Flight passenger says man deliberately squatted in window seat, ignites social media debate
An airline flyer said a seat squatter tried to tell her to swap seats with him, but she stood her ground, prompting a social media debate. A travel expert weighs in.
An airline flyer said a seat squatter tried to tell her to swap seats with him, but she stood her ground, prompting a social media debate. A travel expert weighs in.
Orlando weather: Groundstop lifted at Orlando International Airport
Update (8 p.m.): A groundstop at Orlando International Airport has been lifted after thunderstorms moved through the area on Sunday, the FAA said. OIA – like other Florida airports – are experiencing flight delays. Passengers should check their flight status with their airline.
Update (8 p.m.): A groundstop at Orlando International Airport has been lifted after thunderstorms moved through the area on Sunday, the FAA said. OIA – like other Florida airports – are experiencing flight delays. Passengers should check their flight status with their airline.
United Airlines breaks ground on $315 million maintenance complex at Orlando International Airport
United Airlines has begun construction on a new $315 million Technical Operations complex at Orlando International Airport (MCO), marking a significant investment in the region’s aviation infrastructure.
United Airlines has begun construction on a new $315 million Technical Operations complex at Orlando International Airport (MCO), marking a significant investment in the region’s aviation infrastructure.
Michigan family jailed in Mexico over timeshare dispute
It has been an international nightmare for two American citizens who are stuck in a Mexican jail for a dispute over a time-share for 21 days.
It has been an international nightmare for two American citizens who are stuck in a Mexican jail for a dispute over a time-share for 21 days.
Southwest Airlines layoffs looming at these Southern California airports
Southwest Airlines plans to lay off employees at four airports, including LAX and Burbank in Southern California, starting in June.
Southwest Airlines plans to lay off employees at four airports, including LAX and Burbank in Southern California, starting in June.
These are the best camping spots in America in 2025
A 2025 report has revealed the top U.S. campgrounds in the United States, using many factors to determine its rankings including guest ratings, reservation data and park features.
A 2025 report has revealed the top U.S. campgrounds in the United States, using many factors to determine its rankings including guest ratings, reservation data and park features.
Here are the most-visited states for national parks
Some of the states that have more national park visitors include Utah, California and Virginia.
Some of the states that have more national park visitors include Utah, California and Virginia.
Florida woman allegedly drowned dog in airport bathroom after pet denied boarding, police say
A Florida woman allegedly drowned her dog in an airport bathroom after she was told she could not board her flight with the pet because she didn't have the proper paperwork, an official arrest affidavit shows.
A Florida woman allegedly drowned her dog in an airport bathroom after she was told she could not board her flight with the pet because she didn't have the proper paperwork, an official arrest affidavit shows.