Transportation

Train derailments have declined in recent years, but they’re not uncommon, US data shows

Federal U.S. data shows there were 1,087 train derailments in 2021 — which averages to just under three each day. Most are ordinary and don't cause any major problems.

February 22, 2023 1:06pm EST

Southwest Airlines exec offers up explanation for Christmas meltdown

Chief operating officer Andrew Watterson said it 'struggled to keep the operation moving' at 'key airports.'

February 8, 2023 6:55pm EST

Ohio residents kept out as officials monitor air from derailed train wreckage

Ohio Gov. Mike DeWine said Tuesday that it’s unclear when evacuated residents will be able to return home to the area where officials released and burned toxic chemicals from the wreckage of the train.

February 7, 2023 4:29pm EST

Release of toxic chemicals from derailed Ohio tanker cars begins

Officials warned the controlled burn would send phosgene and hydrogen chloride into the air. Phosgene is a highly toxic gas that can cause vomiting and breathing trouble and was used as a weapon in World War I.

February 6, 2023 5:15pm EST

Southwest Airlines reducing minimum requirements for pilots: report

Southwest Airlines says recruiting change is aligned with hiring at or above FAA requirements.

February 4, 2023 6:06pm EST

50-car train derailment causes massive fire, evacuations in Ohio

About 50 cars derailed in East Palestine as a train was carrying a variety of freight from Madison, Illinois, to Conway, Pennsylvania.

February 4, 2023 2:38pm EST

New proposal would extend I-4 Express lanes near Walt Disney World

Gov. Ron DeSantis was in Osceola County on Monday to announce a $7 billion proposal to speed the completion of 20 highway projects across the state.

January 30, 2023 8:35pm EST

Kissimmee man dies after being struck by Lynx bus in Orange County

Authorities said a Kissimmee, Florida man was struck and killed by a Lynx bus early Thursday morning.

January 19, 2023 5:23pm EST

Airline execs pushing for more spending, staff after FAA systems failure

Airlines are calling on federal authorities to bolster FAA staff and spending after its technological glitch earlier this week.

January 14, 2023 12:29pm EST

Air travel across US thrown into chaos after computer outage

Thousands of flights across the U.S. were canceled or delayed Wednesday after a government system that offers safety and other information to pilots broke down, stranding some planes on the ground for hours.

January 11, 2023 5:41pm EST

Here's where drivers are stuck in traffic for a whopping 155 hours a year

Three of the five most congested cities in the world are here in the U.S. Did yours make the list?

January 11, 2023 12:04pm EST

First look at Brightline's planned train station at Orlando International Airport

Brightline, Florida's higher-speed passenger rail service, has unveiled artist renderings of its future station to be located at Orlando International Airport.

January 10, 2023 9:39am EST

Tesla of the sea? CES showcases electric hydrofoil boats

Flying cars and self-driving vehicles always get attention at the CES gadget show in Las Vegas, but this year electric recreational boats are making bigger waves.

January 9, 2023 1:18pm EST

Proposed SunRail link would connect Universal and I-Drive district to Orlando International Airport

A proposed extension of Central Florida's commuter rail service, SunRail, that would ultimately link the Orange County Convention Center, the International Drive tourism district, and the Orlando International Airport to SunRail's existing line is gaining momentum.

January 6, 2023 12:36am EST