April 19, 2025 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.
April 19, 2025 Looming REAL ID deadline causes chaos at DMVs as critics take to social media Americans take to social media to sound off about the REAL ID requirement starting May 7 in order for U.S. air travelers to fly domestically. A TSA spokesperson shared updates.
April 18, 2025 FAA investigating after 'green laser' flashed at Black Hawk helicopter The Federal Aviation Administration reported it is investigating an incident on Thursday involving a laser aimed at a Black Hawk helicopter operated by the National Guard.
April 18, 2025 REAL ID looming deadline prompts TSA travel warning: 'Expect delays' REAL IDs will be required starting May 7 in order for U.S. air travelers to fly domestically. Travel delays may result for those who are unprepared — and for others as well. Here's why.
April 17, 2025 Southwest Airlines flight bound for Mexico returns to Houston after 'engine issue' A Southwest Airlines flight headed to Los Cabos, Mexico, returned to Texas on Thursday after an apparent issue with the plane's engine.
April 17, 2025 Frontier Airlines passenger describes terrifying landing after plane’s wheel breaks off A Frontier Airlines flight lost a wheel during a terrifying landing at Luis Munoz Marin International Airport in Puerto Rico on Tuesday, a passenger said.
April 17, 2025 Americans grounded without REAL ID, long DMV waits turn to other options With the REAL ID requirement approaching for U.S. air travelers to fly domestically, many DMVs are struggling to meet demand. Some Americans are seeking AAA appointments or getting passports.
April 16, 2025 Former FAA contractor pleads guilty to spying for Iran, sharing private info on US airports, energy industry A naturalized U.S. citizen working as an FAA contractor pleaded guilty this week to spying in the U.S. on behalf of Iran, while providing them with information on U.S. airports.
April 16, 2025 REAL ID appointments added as New Jersey residents struggle to get new identification Motor vehicle bureaus add more hours to meet REAL ID demand as the new identification is required on May 7 for U.S. air travelers to fly domestically. Some New Jersey residents still struggle.
April 15, 2025 No 'Real ID' appointments open in New Jersey as residents sound off: ‘Get with the times, NJ' New Jersey shows zero Real ID appointments open as the identification will be required starting May 7 in order for U.S. air travelers to fly domestically. Some AAA branches offer Real ID services.