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News Articles: air travel

In this July 18, 2018, file photo, United Airlines commercial jets sit at a gate at Terminal C of Newark Liberty International Airport in Newark, N.J.

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United Airlines flight to Spain pulls U-turn, apparently over Bluetooth device name

The flight to Palma de Mallorca diverted back to Newark late on Saturday. Air traffic audio and social media posts indicate an onboard Bluetooth device raised security concerns.

May 31, 2026
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By:
  • Camila Domonoske
As travelers entered the Entebbe International Airport in Uganda on May 21, they were screened with a thermal camera that detects their temperature. Pictured at bottom is reporter Michal Ruprecht.

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  • Global Health

U.S. passengers flying from Ebola-affected countries rerouted

The U.S. government is responding to the Ebola outbreak in with travel restrictions. American citizens and permanent residents departing affected countries must fly into one of three U.S. airports.

May 23, 2026
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By:
  • Pien Huang
The Delta Air Lines logo on a wall at Hartsfield-Jackson airport

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  • Economy

Delta joins the growing list of U.S. airlines raising checked bag fees as jet fuel costs soar

Delta Air lines is joining a growing list of U.S. carriers raising checked bag fees. The move announced Tuesday comes as higher fuel costs ripple through the airline industry.

April 08, 2026
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  • Associated Press
FILE - U.S. Homeland Security Secretary Kristi Noem, right, shakes hands with Transportation Security Administration Officer Monica Degro at a news conference at Harry Reid International Airport, Nov. 22, 2025, in Las Vegas.

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  • National

TSA says PreCheck still operational after previous announcement of suspension

The TSA said Sunday that its PreCheck program would remain operational despite an earlier announcement the airport security service was being suspended during the partial government shutdown.

February 22, 2026
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  • The Associated Press
An American Airlines Airbus A321 is seen on the tarmac on Jan. 8, 2020, at Philadelphia International Airport.

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  • National

Airbus calls for 'immediate' software upgrade to A320 aircraft

A320 planes are flown by a number of domestic and international airlines, and the required software update could lead to "operational disruptions to passengers and customers," according to Airbus.

December 01, 2025
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By:
  • Sarah Ventre
President Trump gives brief remarks to members of the press after exiting Air Force One on Sunday.

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  • National

Trump slams air traffic controllers who called out during the government shutdown

Trump said on social media that he wasn't happy with controllers who called out of work, and suggested a $10,000 bonus for those who didn't take any time off during the shutdown.

November 10, 2025
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By:
  • Joe Hernandez
A man looks at the departures board at Newark Liberty International Airport in New Jersey on Friday, the first day of FAA-mandated flight reductions.

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  • National

What to do if your flight gets canceled because of the government shutdown

The FAA is cutting 10% of air traffic at 40 of the nation's busiest airports, canceling hundreds of flights and creating uncertainty for many more passengers. Here's what to do if you're one of them.

November 08, 2025
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By:
  • Rachel Treisman
From left: a young(er) Nancy Pelosi, a young(er) Dick Cheney, a still-young Zohran Mamdani.

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  • National

The shutdown continues, but politics persists. That gives this quiz a lot of fodder

Here are a bunch of questions about politics and one about bears.

November 07, 2025
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  • Holly J. Morris
Transportation Secretary Sean Duffy speaks during a press conference at Newark Liberty International Airport in New Jersey on Monday.

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  • National

The government shutdown is snarling air travel. Officials say it could get worse

A dozen facilities saw air traffic control shortages on Monday, delaying flights at several airports. Transportation Secretary Sean Duffy blamed "a slight tick-up in sick calls" due to the shutdown.

October 07, 2025
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By:
  • Rachel Treisman and
  • Joel Rose
An electric vertical takeoff and landing (eVTOL) aircraft, flies above the Joby eVTOL aircraft, during a demonstration of eVTOLs Nov. 13, 2023, in New York.

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  • National

Trump administration launches trial program to fast-track electric air taxis

The FAA is seeking proposals for projects that will include piloted and unmanned operations with a focus on electric air taxis, also called an electric vertical takeoff and landing aircraft.

September 13, 2025
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By:
  • Chandelis Duster
From left: Superman, Kristi Noem, Grok.

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  • National

What AI bot started referring to itself as 'MechaHitler'? Find out in the quiz

Elon Musk and his AI have been busy. So has the TSA. And Amazon. Were you paying attention?

July 11, 2025
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By:
  • Holly J. Morris
Travelers go through security at San Francisco International Airport the Friday before Memorial Day. AAA predicts Fourth of July weekend will be even busier.

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Whether you're driving or flying, here are travel tips for the Fourth of July weekend

AAA anticipates that a record 72.2 million people will travel this holiday weekend. Here's how to prepare if you're one of them.

July 02, 2025
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  • Rachel Treisman
United Airline planes are seen at Newark Liberty International Airport in New Jersey on May 7.

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  • National

A runway under construction at Newark's beleaguered airport reopens early

U.S. Transportation Secretary Sean Duffy praised airport officials, unions and workers for completing the estimated 60-day project 13 days early. The Newark airport has been hobbled by delays.

June 02, 2025
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  • Joe Hernandez
Traffic crosses the Oakland San Francisco Bay Bridge in California on Thursday, kicking off what's expected to be a congested Memorial Day Weekend.

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  • National

Memorial Day Weekend travel could break records. Here's how to prepare for your trip

AAA predicts a record-breaking 45.1 million Americans will travel between Thursday and Monday, mostly by car and plane. Here's what to know if you're one of them.

May 23, 2025
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By:
  • Rachel Treisman
Travelers move through Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport, Friday, Dec. 20, 2024, in Atlanta. (AP Photo/Mike Stewart)

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  • News

Traveling this holiday weekend? Here's what to expect

Across the state, Georgians will be on the move for Memorial Day. Experts offer recommendations for travelers in the air and on the roads.

May 22, 2025
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  • Catherine Callaway ,
  • Ambria Burton ,
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