United training 5,000 pilots by 2030, half being women, people of color
At least half of the applicants accepted to United's new flight school will be women or people of color, and no prior flight experience is needed.
Delta to stop blocking middle seats on May 1, joining other US carriers
Delta is the last U.S. airline to end the policy of blocking middle seats, which it first began in April 2020.
CDC says no-sail order to remain in place until Nov. 1 despite cruise association request
The CDC said Wednesday its no-sail order will remain in place until Nov. 1 for cruise ships, despite a request from the Cruise Lines International Association to lift the order several months early.
Royal Caribbean will begin Bahamas cruises for vaccinated passengers in June
Royal Caribbean announced a summer lineup of cruises available to fully vaccinated adults and children under 18 with negative test results.
FAA proposes thousands of dollars in fines for 2 travelers who refused to wear face masks on flights
Two passengers could face tens of thousands of dollars in fines for allegedly interfering with — and in one case assaulting — flight attendants who instructed them to wear face masks.
Spring break travel setting pandemic records at airports despite officials urging people to stay home
With case rates going down, vaccine rates going up and restrictions across the country relaxing, it's a recipe for a busy spring break travel season.
EU to propose COVID-19 vaccine passport to allow free travel by summer
The European Union’s executive body has presented a proposal that would allow EU residents to travel freely across the 27-nation bloc by the summer as long as they have been vaccinated, tested negative for COVID-19 or recovered from the disease. SAMUEL PETREQUIN Associated Press
Gas prices jump 25 cents in two weeks
The price spike is partly because of the power outages that caused several Texas refineries to shut down or reduce operations last month and surging prices on credits for a renewable fuel. The highest average price in the nation is $3.86 a gallon in the San Francisco Bay Area. The lowest average is $2.48 in Baton Rouge, Louisiana.
JetBlue passenger facing $14,500 fine after refusing to wear mask or stop drinking his own alcohol, FAA says
The FAA says the man not only refused to keep his mask on but also kept drinking alcohol he brought onto the plane for his flight to the Caribbean.
As COVID-19 vaccinations ramp up, AAA warns 2021 travel will likely be a different experience for many
For many who may be planning a future trip after being vaccinated against COVID-19, AAA says it will likely be a different experience for many who haven’t traveled over the past year.
American, United Airlines cancel 27,000 furloughs after COVID-19 relief bill passes
Two of the biggest U.S. airlines have canceled employee furloughs after the House passed COVID-19 relief that will provide much-needed payroll support.
Airline industry pushes US to standardize health papers
Leading airline and business groups are asking the Biden administration to develop temporary credentials that would let travelers show they have been tested and vaccinated for COVID-19, a step that the airline industry believes will help revive travel.
Airlines adding flights as interest in travel soars
At this time last year, airlines were canceling flights. Now, they’re adding them back because people's interest in flying is on the rise with COVID-19 cases and hospitalizations decreasing and vaccinations increasing.
COVID-19 testing to be available next month at Reagan National, Dulles International airports
Starting next month, you can get tested for coronavirus at Dulles and Reagan airports before and after traveling. The Metropolitan Washington Airports Authority (MWAA) made the announcement at a board meeting this week.
FBI 'aware of' American Airlines possible UFO sighting, stops short of confirming investigation
The FBI is "aware of" an American Airlines pilot’s report of an apparent UFO seen soaring over Northeast New Mexico earlier this week – but stopped short of confirming whether an investigation is underway, Fox News learned Thursday.
AAA: Gas prices to spike nationwide as country thaws from crippling winter weather
AAA says drivers will temporarily see higher gas prices as much of the country thaws out from last week’s brutal winter weather.
Dulles, Reagan National airports to offer on-site COVID-19 testing starting next month
Reagan National and Dulles International airports will soon offer on-site COVID-19 testing.
Minnesota couple separated after Hawaii refuses to accept negative Mayo Clinic COVID-19 test
Hawaii is the dream vacation offering lots of sun, beaches, and warm weather.
Some countries could require ‘vaccine passports’ by summer 2021
Some European countries and tech leaders are already working together to develop a “vaccine passport” which could be required for travel this summer.
CDC considers requiring negative COVID-19 test for domestic air travel
Transportation Secretary Pete Buttigieg on Monday said there is an “active conversation with the CDC” going on regarding imposing requirement of a negative COVID-19 test for domestic airline flights, similar to what is now required for international flights.