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​The mid-air exploits of Brian, the JetBlue cat, have gone viral and his owner says the chonky kitty is the feel-good story we need right now.
Airlines

Why The Chonky JetBlue Cat is the Hero We Need

The mid-air exploits of Brian have gone viral for good reason.

Kayleigh Scott, the pioneering trans flight attendant who appeared in a video for United Airlines, has died
News

Trailblazing Trans Flight Attendant Kayleigh Scott Has Died

Scott, 25, appears to have died by suicide. She was featured in a video for her employer on Transgender Visibility Day in 2020.

An off-duty pilot flying as a passenger steps in to help land a Southwest plane after the flight's pilot became incapacitated by a medical emergency mid-flight
Airlines

Southwest Pilot Incapacitated Mid-Flight by Medical Emergency

Officials say they are looking to avert catastrophic incidents following recent news of multiple near misses involving airplanes
News

Forget Near Misses, Officials Now Worry about Catastrophic Incidents

Authorities convened a “safety summit” although air travel remains among the safest forms of travel.

Italy's Frecciarossa high-speed train
Sustainable Travel

Europe's Efforts to Ditch Planes for Trains Can't Get Off the Ground

Even airlines seem to be behind plans to replace flights with more sustainable train travel. So why can't it take off?

Plane Diverted After Reported Mid-Air Fire
Airlines

Plane Diverted After Reported Mid-Air Fire

Smoke from the fire quickly filled the cabin.

FAA Investigating “Close Call” at Boston Logan Airport
Airlines

FAA Investigating “Close Call” at Boston Logan Airport

It’s the fifth such incident so far this year.

Some Airfares Have Skyrocketed, But Here’s How to Find Savings
Travel Tips

Some Airfares Have Skyrocketed, But Here’s How to Find Savings

Great travel bargains are out there if you know where to look.

Families Will Love New Seating Policy From United Airlines
Airlines

Families Will Love New Seating Policy From United Airlines

It just got a lot easier to travel as a family.

Flight From Auckland Lands 16 Hours Later in ... Auckland
Airlines

Flight From Auckland Lands 16 Hours Later In ... Auckland

That’s one way to pick up those frequent flyer miles.

Worker Strike Forces Lufthansa to Cancel Over 1,300 Flights
Airlines

Worker Strike Forces Lufthansa to Cancel Over 1,300 Flights

An earlier systems failure had grounded or delayed international flights.

IT Failure Grounds Lufthansa Flights Worldwide
Airlines

IT Failure Grounds Lufthansa Flights Worldwide

The airline hopes to be up and running again later this evening.

Passenger Describes United 777’s Harrowing Plunge to Ocean
Airlines

Passenger Describes United 777’s Harrowing Plunge to Ocean

The plane was just seconds from impact.

Are Modern Twin Engine Jetliners Safe?
Safety

Are Modern Twin Engine Jetliners Safe?

An aviation expert reveals whether today’s jets can safely fly (and land) on just one engine.

United 777 Plunges to Within 800 Feet of Ocean
Airlines

United 777 Plunges to Within 800 Feet of Ocean

The frightening plunge took place shortly after takeoff on a day with record rainfall.

Airline Tells Violinist to Pack His Stradivarius In Cargo Hold
Airlines

Airline Tells Violinist to Pack His Stradivarius In Cargo Hold

The renowned musician was forced to take a bus back home after a performance.

Rebels Take New Zealand Commercial Pilot Hostage in Indonesia
News

Rebels Take New Zealand Commercial Pilot Hostage in Indonesia

A baby was among the charter flight's five passengers.

NTSB Investigating Possible Near-Collision of Two Planes in Texas
Airlines

NTSB Investigating Possible Near-Collision of Two Planes in Texas

Two jets were reportedly given clearance to take off and land from the same runway.

gray and white airplane on flight near clear blue sky
Safety

Flames Spotted Coming From Passenger Jet's Engine Mid-Flight

The airline characterized the incident a "technical snag."