Real ID starts for domestic flying: What to know
Travelers aged 18 and older will need a Real ID-compliant document to fly domestically starting May 7, 2025. FOX 35's Morgan Parrish reports live from the Orlando International Airport (MCO).
Travelers aged 18 and older will need a Real ID-compliant document to fly domestically starting May 7, 2025. FOX 35's Morgan Parrish reports live from the Orlando International Airport (MCO).
REAL ID now required for most to fly within the US
Starting Wednesday, people traveling on a domestic flight and using a state-issued ID to get through security are required to have one that meets federal REAL ID requirements.
Starting Wednesday, people traveling on a domestic flight and using a state-issued ID to get through security are required to have one that meets federal REAL ID requirements.
Real ID deadline: These states have the most residents without passports
Many Americans still lack a passport, with states like West Virginia, Alabama, and Mississippi having the lowest rates
Many Americans still lack a passport, with states like West Virginia, Alabama, and Mississippi having the lowest rates
The REAL ID deadline is here: What to know
Homeland Security Chief Kristi Noem said Tuesday that travelers with no REAL ID will be allowed to fly for now, but with probable extra steps. If you still need a REAL ID, these are the steps to apply.
Homeland Security Chief Kristi Noem said Tuesday that travelers with no REAL ID will be allowed to fly for now, but with probable extra steps. If you still need a REAL ID, these are the steps to apply.
Deadly U.S. plane crashes in 2025: Timeline
Since the beginning of 2025, at least 188 people have died in 60 U.S. aviation incidents.
Since the beginning of 2025, at least 188 people have died in 60 U.S. aviation incidents.
American Airlines launching luxurious new Flagship Suite this summer
American Airlines' Flagship Suite service will be officially launching on June 5, the airline said in a media release, aboard a new Boeing aircraft.
American Airlines' Flagship Suite service will be officially launching on June 5, the airline said in a media release, aboard a new Boeing aircraft.
People are choosing the path less traveled for vacations this year, studies show
Have you heard of "detour destinations?"
Have you heard of "detour destinations?"
Southern vacation hot spot fires back at poor safety rating following shooting: 'Fake news'
An April 26 shooting in downtown Myrtle Beach left 11 people injured and the shooter dead in what officials have described as an isolated incident.
An April 26 shooting in downtown Myrtle Beach left 11 people injured and the shooter dead in what officials have described as an isolated incident.
U.S. issues 'do not travel' warning for 21 countries. What to know
In 2025 alone, the U.S. added eight new countries to its “do not travel” list.
In 2025 alone, the U.S. added eight new countries to its “do not travel” list.
Motorcyclist killed in collision with SunRail train near Orlando, officials say
A 20-year-old Orlando man was killed Tuesday afternoon after his motorcycle was struck by a SunRail train in Orange County, prompting the cancellation and delays of several trains and travel disruptions for dozens of commuters, authorities said.
A 20-year-old Orlando man was killed Tuesday afternoon after his motorcycle was struck by a SunRail train in Orange County, prompting the cancellation and delays of several trains and travel disruptions for dozens of commuters, authorities said.
Southwest announces revamped fare bundles: What to know
Southwest Airlines has announced revamped fare bundles: Choice Extra, Choice Preferred, Choice, as well as Basic.
Southwest Airlines has announced revamped fare bundles: Choice Extra, Choice Preferred, Choice, as well as Basic.
Artificial Intelligence is transforming the vacation-planning process
Different AI platforms can make the planning process more efficient.
Different AI platforms can make the planning process more efficient.
Normal operations resume at St. Pete-Clearwater International Airport after bomb threat
The St. Pete-Clearwater International Airport has resumed normal operations and there are no safety concerns at this time after a written bomb threat on an Allegiant flight on Friday, according to the Pinellas County Sheriff's Office.
The St. Pete-Clearwater International Airport has resumed normal operations and there are no safety concerns at this time after a written bomb threat on an Allegiant flight on Friday, according to the Pinellas County Sheriff's Office.
Norwegian Aqua to set sail from Port Canaveral
A new cruise ship is getting ready to make waves at Port Canaveral. The Norwegian Aqua will set sail very soon. FOX 35's Matt Trezza gives us the latest details on the exciting new amenities, including a slide-coaster, a digital sports complex, a 10-story waterslide, and a multitude of restaurants and bars.
A new cruise ship is getting ready to make waves at Port Canaveral. The Norwegian Aqua will set sail very soon. FOX 35's Matt Trezza gives us the latest details on the exciting new amenities, including a slide-coaster, a digital sports complex, a 10-story waterslide, and a multitude of restaurants and bars.
Avelo Airlines is ending certain flights from Daytona Beach airport, officials say
Avelo Airlines will discontinue certain flights from Daytona Beach International Airport at the end of April, a spokesperson for the airline confirmed. The airline cited “poor performance indicators" as one of the reasons for the cancellations.
Avelo Airlines will discontinue certain flights from Daytona Beach International Airport at the end of April, a spokesperson for the airline confirmed. The airline cited “poor performance indicators" as one of the reasons for the cancellations.
Best US travel destinations this summer, ranked by cost and attractions
A new WalletHub study ranks the most affordable and fun US metro areas for summer 2025 travel, based on cost, convenience, and variety of attractions.
A new WalletHub study ranks the most affordable and fun US metro areas for summer 2025 travel, based on cost, convenience, and variety of attractions.
Taking a summer vacation this year? You'll be in the minority, poll suggests
Americans admit in a recent survey that they are having to figure out alternatives to taking a summer getaway due to their finances.
Americans admit in a recent survey that they are having to figure out alternatives to taking a summer getaway due to their finances.
Flight aborted for 350 passengers at Melbourne-Orlando Airport
More than 300 passengers were affected after a flight was aborted due to a mechanical error on Friday night at the Melbourne-Orlando International Airport. Officials with the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) said the plane veered off a taxiway after exiting the runway, and its right main landing gear collapsed. The flight was set to take off around 11:10 p.m. and was headed to Birmingham, England. No one was injured during the incident.
More than 300 passengers were affected after a flight was aborted due to a mechanical error on Friday night at the Melbourne-Orlando International Airport. Officials with the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) said the plane veered off a taxiway after exiting the runway, and its right main landing gear collapsed. The flight was set to take off around 11:10 p.m. and was headed to Birmingham, England. No one was injured during the incident.
Flight aborted for 350 passengers at Melbourne-Orlando Airport after mechanical error: officials
More than 300 passengers were affected after a flight was aborted due to a mechanical error on Friday night at the Melbourne-Orlando International Airport.
More than 300 passengers were affected after a flight was aborted due to a mechanical error on Friday night at the Melbourne-Orlando International Airport.
Federal court halts Trump’s transgender passport restrictions
A federal judge has blocked the Trump administration from banning the use of “X" gender markers on passports, siding with the ACLU and LGBTQ+ plaintiffs who argued the policy was discriminatory.
A federal judge has blocked the Trump administration from banning the use of “X" gender markers on passports, siding with the ACLU and LGBTQ+ plaintiffs who argued the policy was discriminatory.