April 23, 2026 NTSB report details how controller decision and tech failures led to deadly runway collision The preliminary NTSB report on the deadly LaGuardia Airport runway collision found failures in air traffic control, communications and safety systems.
April 21, 2026 FAA probes JFK near miss after another recent close call fuels scrutiny of air traffic safety Two passenger jets came dangerously close near JFK Airport, triggering collision warnings and prompting an FAA investigation into the close call.
April 21, 2026 Higher fares could slam flight passengers to popular region as airlines shift costs: 'Not a fan' Travelers flying to, from and within Europe could see major changes to baggage fees as lawmakers consider requiring airlines to include carry-on bags in fares.
April 20, 2026 FAA investigates Southwest near miss after air traffic control sends jets on collision course The FAA is investigating a reported close call between two Southwest flights at Nashville airport involving a go-around and onboard traffic alerts.
April 17, 2026 UPS plane aborts landing in near miss at same airport where November crash killed 15 A UPS cargo jet aborted its landing at Louisville Muhammad Ali International Airport to avoid a smaller aircraft on the runway, reports say.
April 17, 2026 Airport lounge chaos goes viral as kids run wild and passengers ditch basic etiquette Once-exclusive airport lounges are now packed with credit card holders, leading to reported food raids, chaos and heated etiquette debates online. Experts weigh in.
April 16, 2026 Pilots accidentally broadcast 'meowing' over Reagan National Airport frequency Pilots were heard making meow and animal noises over an open air traffic control frequency at Reagan National Airport, drawing concern and amusement.
April 15, 2026 Airline unveils stacked bunk bed 'pods' as backlash builds over pricey, cramped way to fly Air New Zealand is launching Skynest, a first-of-its-kind lie-flat sleeping pod option for economy travelers on its longest international flights. Travelers had mixed reactions.
April 14, 2026 Airline sparks anger as it demands extra fees from already booked passengers as oil prices spike Spanish budget airline Volotea reportedly charges flight passengers an extra fuel fee after tickets are purchased, provoking anger amid broader pricing fears.
April 11, 2026 Man climbs onto US military aircraft in Ireland, attacks it with hatchet: report A man allegedly climbed onto a U.S. military aircraft at Ireland's Shannon Airport and attacked it with a hatchet, according to local police reports.