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Congress April 29

The case for REAL ID: Why Congress passed this requirement in 2005

Lawmakers passed the REAL ID law in 2005 after 9/11 hijackers used fake driver's licenses to board flights but delayed its implementation until May 7.

Tennessee April 29

FAA, NTSB investigating after 3 people killed in Tennessee plane crash

Officials are investigating a fatal plane crash in middle Tennessee Saturday that claimed the lives of all three people on board.

Airport News & Updates April 28

Some states see REAL ID crowd rush, others quiet as deadline looms

The REAL ID deadline for air travelers is quickly approaching on May 7, and that is causing long lines at some DMVs across the country — but not all.

Travel April 28

Vaping flight passenger prompts pilot to threaten to 'turn this plane around'

A flight passenger shared an incident about someone vaping on a plane, which prompted the pilot to call out vaping in a cabin-wide announcement and threatening to turn the plane around.

Airlines April 25

Flight crew delayed asking for medical help for man in crisis who later died, lawsuit alleges

A man who suffered a "medical crisis" onboard an American Airlines-affiliated flight died after its crew "delayed requesting medical assistance," according to a lawsuit.

Travel April 25

Need REAL ID in a hurry? Here are some alternative options outside the DMV

The May 7 REAL ID deadline has prompted states to get creative with compliance efforts. Extended DMV hours and mobile services help residents obtain required identification for domestic air travel.

New York City April 24

How Russia stowaway snuck onto Delta flight at NY airport: video

Video allegedly shows Russian national Svetlana Dali going through a TSA screening before blending in with other passengers to get on a flight from NYC to Paris.

Travel April 24

New Jersey adds REAL ID 'emergency' appointments as airlines share urgent reminders

New Jersey launches a "REAL ID Emergency Issuance Program" as Americans rush to obtain new identification by the deadline of May 7 in order to fly domestically in the US.

Travel April 23

Flight passenger drapes 'gross' hair over flyer's TV screen, igniting social media uproar: 'Cut it off'

Flight passenger shares that a fellow flyer put her hair over her headrest, covering the TV screen — and asked Reddit users what to do. An etiquette expert shared insights.

Airlines April 21

Delta passengers in Orlando evacuate plane due to engine fire

Delta Air Lines said an engine fire forced one of its flight crews to evacuate the passenger cabin of a plane at Orlando International Airport on Monday.

Politics April 19

What is REAL ID? Deadline approaches for new identification cards required to fly domestically

Travelers will be required to have updated identification by May 7. Here's a look at what REAL ID is, why it's happening now and how to get one before time runs out.