High-traffic airports like California's LAX are already a nightmare to navigate, and the situation is just getting worse for travelers across the country as the U.S. government shutdown stretches into ...

Every so often, we see an American air traveler become famous for a public meltdown. This weekend, a female Southwest Airlines passenger did the honors. The unidentified woman was waiting for a flight ...

Delta, American, and United have all responded to the planned flight reductions. Airlines are sharing contingency plans and options for ticketed passengers who may be impacted by shutdown-related ...

Forbes contributors publish independent expert analyses and insights. Offering an insider’s view of the business of flight. The U.S. Federal Aviation Administration has asked airlines to take a fresh ...

Airline passengers aren't guaranteed refunds for certain flight disruptions. Under rules outlined by the Department of Transportation (DOT), if an airline cancels a flight or makes a major schedule ...

Airlines are lobbying to dismantle consumer protections, including rules for refunds, fee transparency, and accessibility. Travelers can protect themselves by knowing their rights, paying with a ...

An erratic Alaska Airlines passenger allegedly tried to open a cabin door mid-flight — sparking fellow passengers to restrain him and a storm of bizarre rambles, according to court documents. Kassian ...

An Alaska Airlines passenger is facing federal charges after allegedly attempting to open the cabin door during a flight from Deadhorse to Anchorage.