Airport News & Updates July 31 Air traffic controller should have warned plane of Army helicopter's path ahead of fatal DC crash: FAA Air traffic controller failed to notify commercial plane crew about approaching Army helicopter before Washington D.C. collision that killed 67 people, FAA official says.
New York July 31 Viral video shows allegedly drunk man take airport golf cart on walkway joy ride Kevin Sinning faces multiple charges including grand larceny after viral video shows him driving stolen cart on airport moving walkway in Buffalo.
Travel July 31 'Carbon passports' would track travel and even restrict how some people take vacation A university lecturer is proposing carbon passports for U.K. travelers to address environmental concerns due to tourism through personal emission credit systems.
Transportation July 31 Army helicopter that crashed with commercial plane in DC was flying above altitude limit: NTSB The Army helicopter that collided with a plane over D.C. in January had incorrect altitude readings, contributing to the aircraft getting too close.
Travel July 29 Air travel's 'golden age' featured steak dinners, cocktails and formal attire for sophisticated travelers Nostalgic reflections about flying as a prestigious luxury with real food served on real plates in decades past are occurring on social media as travel experts weigh in on the experiences.
Airlines July 28 Russia's Aeroflot hit with 'hacker attack' by pro-Ukrainian group, cancels dozens of flights Russian airline Aeroflot cancels over 40 flights after cyberattack claimed by pro-Ukrainian group, prompting a criminal investigation by Russia.
Travel July 25 Terrified passengers 'flew out of their seats' during dramatic Southwest nosedive to avoid mid-air crash Passengers on Southwest Flight 1496 to Las Vegas experienced a terrifying nosedive when the pilot took action to avoid a midair collision, causing injuries as people hit the ceiling.
Airlines July 23 Flight passenger makes easy money in unexpected seat swap deal, sparking big debate A flight passenger shared the story of earning $100 by swapping to a middle seat as travel experts weighed in on the growing trend of monetary compensation for airplane seat exchanges.
Travel July 22 New TSA program launched to eliminate double screenings for international flights The TSA introduces One Stop Security program to streamline travel, allowing passengers from London Heathrow to skip rescreening at U.S. airports.
Airlines July 20 Delta flight makes emergency landing at LAX following visible engine fire captured on video A Delta Air Lines flight returned to LAX after flames were spotted from its left engine after takeoff, with all 226 passengers and 9 crew members exiting safely.
Tech July 19 Marshmallow concrete improves chances of surviving crash landing Ultra-light foam concrete with microscopic bubbles helps bring planes to a safe stop during emergencies, offering airports an affordable runway safety solution.