TSA considering putting pro-Trump Capitol rioters on US no-fly list
Federal safety officials are investigating people who took part in last week's riot at the U.S. Capitol to decide whether they belong on the federal no-fly list.
Delta puts 880 passengers on no-fly list over mask refusal, disorderly behavior after Capitol riot
Delta Air Lines has put 880 people on its no-fly list in the wake of lawmakers being harassed on flights over the U.S. election and the ongoing coronavirus pandemic.
Most major US airlines ban guns in luggage for DC flights
Airlines and airports say they are stepping up security before next week’s presidential inauguration, with Delta and other major airlines saying they will prohibit passengers flying to the Washington area from putting guns in checked bags.
American Airlines suspends alcohol service on flights to and from DC ahead of Inauguration Day
American Airlines announced Wednesday that it plans to implement several enhanced security measures ahead of Inauguration Day in an effort to protect team members and customers following last week's deadly riot at the U.S. Capitol.
‘Unruly air passengers’ could face prison, fines up to $35K under FAA’s new zero-tolerance policy
FAA Administrator Steve Dickson signed an order Wednesday directing stricter legal enforcement of a policy against disruptive airline passengers amid an uptick in "violent behavior" on flights, according to the agency.
Airbnb banning rioters, hate groups ahead of inauguration
Airbnb said Monday that it’s reviewing reservations in the Washington, D.C., area ahead of next week’s presidential inauguration and will bar any guests associated with hate groups or violent activity.
American Airlines banning emotional-support animals on flights
American Airlines said Tuesday that it will ban companion animals gradually by Feb. 1, 2021. It will still allow animals in the cabin free of charge only if they are trained service dogs.
TSA screens highest number of travelers over holidays since COVID-19 pandemic began
A record number of travelers passed through U.S. airports over the holidays despite warnings to limit travel amid the worsening coronavirus pandemic.
Passengers open Delta jet cabin door, exit via slide at LaGuardia
A Delta Airbus A321 was taxiing to the runway at LaGuardia Airport for its flight to Atlanta when a passenger popped open a cabin door, triggering the emergency slide.
Cayman Islands jails Georgia college student in coronavirus case
A U.S. college student and her boyfriend have been sentenced to four months in prison in the Cayman Islands for violating strict COVID-19 measures following a recent ruling that will be appealed, their attorney said Thursday.
Delta Air Lines bans hundreds of people over refusal to wear masks
Delta Air Lines CEO says the airline has put hundreds of people on a no-fly list over their refusal to follow its face-covering policy.
Boeing 737 Max back in the air for commercial flights 2 years after deadly crashes
Commercial flights with Boeing 737 Max jetliners resumed Wednesday for the first time since they were grounded worldwide following two deadly accidents nearly two years ago.
American Airlines offering at-home coronavirus testing to all passengers
American Airlines announced that all of its domestic passengers will now have access to an at-home COVID-19 test prior to their departure for $129.
Airbnb to prohibit one-night reservations for some guests on NYE
Airbnb guests without a history of positive reviews will be prohibited from making one night reservations in entire-home listings on New Years Eve in Atlanta and throughout the United States.
TSA union expresses concern about round 2 of holiday travel after several employees test positive
Despite repeated pleas from the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) discouraging air travel, the American Federation of Government Employees (AFGE), which represents officers with the Transportation Security Administration (TSA) in the D.C. region, has said that people are continuing to hop on planes left and right.
Maryland state authorities intercept young boy with COVID about to board plane at BWI Airport
It was a close call for several passengers on their way to Puerto Rico on Tuesday before Thanksgiving when a mother and son were stopped minutes before boarding a flight at Baltimore/Washington International Thurgood Marshall Airport after the child tested positive for COVID-19.
TSA on Wednesday screened the highest number of travelers in one day since the pandemic began
While the overall number of travelers is still down, the TSA still reported a massive spike in the number of people passing through airports.
Millions of Americans stick to Thanksgiving travel plans despite warnings
About 1 million Americans a day packed airports and planes over the weekend even as coronavirus deaths surged across the U.S. and public health experts begged people to stay home and avoid big Thanksgiving gatherings.
International travelers should get coronavirus test at 3 different times, CDC advises
The CDC has updated its guidance on international travel, urging Americans going abroad to get tested for COVID-19 at three different times.
Millions fly ahead of Thanksgiving 2020 despite CDC plea not to travel
U.S. airports saw more travelers this weekend than has been reported since the start of the COVID-19 pandemic, even as public health officials urge Americans to stay home for Thanksgiving.