The joke about air travel didn’t land with passengers. Southwest Airlines has issued an official verdict on whether or not passengers should stand up immediately after their plane touches down — and the internet is fuming. Sit down, you’re rockin’ the plane. Christopher Sadowski On June 30, the Dallas-based airline posted the following message to … Read more
Make them an offer they can’t refuse. Nothing is worse than finally making it to your gate, waiting to board a plane, only to find out the flight is overbooked and the airline is looking for takers to give up seats. As much of a pain as that scenario is, a thousand-dollar prize might change … Read more
Ryanair will “reluctantly” allow parents to sit with their children for free after an investigation into the practice was opened, bringing the airline in line with European industry standards. Previously, Europe’s largest airline by passenger numbers charged a fee—typically $10.70 each way per adult—to allow up to four children aged two to 11 to sit next to … Read more
As American travelers feel the pinch of inflation and elevated airline costs, Delta Air Lines CEO Ed Bastian revealed exactly what it will take for ticket prices to decline, pointing directly to a lack of market supply rather than solely fluctuating fuel costs. “People ask me all the time – what’s happening with prices?” Bastian told FOX … Read more
While some jet-setters prefer flying by the seat of their pants, others plan to cruise the clouds in comfort. Luckily for globetrotters inclined toward coziness, the airlines with the world’s most spacious economy seats of 2026 have just been revealed, crowning New York’s JetBlue as the only US-based carrier as a runner-up in the roominess ranking. Still, … Read more
Free food just got an early departure. Hawaiian Airlines just announced that complimentary meal service has hit some turbulence as the company will no longer be offering a free meal. Those sitting in economy — of course — will be the ones hit hard. But travelers can still grab some grub, they just have to … Read more
For many in-flight passengers, the biggest offense is kicking the seat in front of you or hogging the armrest. But for one unruly Delta passenger, who allegedly skipped during beverage service, the reaction was far more outrageous, prompting a diversion and landing him with a felony charge. Cody James Maluck, 32, was indicted by a … Read more
It was a real flightmare. A family’s first-ever Ryanair flight devolved into the trip from hell, complete with drunk passengers, a dirty cabin and a terrifying medical emergency that forced the pilot to divert to Portugal. A family experienced the Ryanair flight from hell with drunken passengers, a dirty cabin and a medical emergency that … Read more
Traveling by airplane can be a bizarre social melting pot. Now, the UK is attempting to put the lid on unruly passengers unleashing havoc in flight with a proposed travel blacklist. Under a new government proposal, abusive air passengers could be placed on a national travel ban and prevented from flying with any airline in … Read more
Have airlines joined the Mile Lie Club? A Delta passenger caught the airline in a lie thanks to an Apple AirTag, which showed that her bag was not where they said it was. While originally posted in January, her X post has resurfaced on Reddit, where it is currently going viral. “Airlines must *hate* air … Read more
A million girls would kill for this job. Los Angeles-based flight attendant and former model Tanya Hutchison thought she was auditioning for a flight safety video — but ended up in “The Devil Wears Prada 2” instead. Hutchinson had always wanted to star in an airplane safety video and was thrilled to audition when she … Read more
Allegiant Air said Wednesday it has completed its purchase of Sun Country Airlines, finalizing a deal that combines two low-cost carriers at a turbulent time for the budget airline industry following the recent shutdown of rival Spirit Airlines. Las Vegas-based Allegiant said the transaction closed after receiving required regulatory and shareholder approvals. When the deal … Read more
Checking a bag has gotten more expensive across the board, as airlines are increasing their fees due to rising fuel costs amid the war with Iran. In recent months, American, Alaska, Delta, JetBlue, Southwest and United have all announced price hikes of about $10 more per bag, with most checked luggage fees for domestic flights … Read more
One airline is eating up the airplane food competition. A new study by Canstar Travel Insurance analyzed over 125,000 passenger reviews from sites like Airlinemeals.net and Skytrax to rank the top 100 airlines for in-flight dining. AEGEAN Air, with a fleet of just 83 aircraft, beat out major carriers as the overall winner for best … Read more
It’s B.Y.O. snacks for thousands of Delta passengers. Starting May 19, Delta Air Lines will no longer offer food and beverage service on 450 daily flights. The removal of in-flight meals, snacks or drinks will apply to shorter flights, 349 miles or less, though those flying in first-class will still get the full service. Delta … Read more
They’re keeping the spirit alive. Spirit Airlines permanently shut down on Saturday after 34 years after a surge in fuel prices that impacted restructuring efforts, resulting in the cancellations of hundreds of flights and leaving customers wondering what this means for their future travel plans. However, a group of common folk on social media are … Read more
A Spirit Airlines pilot received a hero’s send-off with the help of a rival airline — and his first officer son — as his retirement flight was abruptly cut amid the carrier’s sudden shutdown. Capt. Jon Jackson was scheduled to fly one last time for Spirit into Baltimore-Washington International on Saturday when the ultra-low-cost airline … Read more
A major airline is enforcing new rules banning passengers from filming crew members on board. British Airways has updated its policies to include that filming, livestreaming or photographing any crew members or other workers without consent is considered “unacceptable behavior.” Taking part in this behavior could have serious consequences — including legal action or being … Read more
They’re offering air travelers some suite relief. Peeing and pooping at 35,000 feet will soon come as a sweet luxury for Emirates flyers flush with cash. “I’m working on ensuite bathrooms in first class suites,” teased Tim Clark, president of the Dubai-based airline, while at the 2026 Capa Airline Leader Summit in Berlin Thursday, per The National. “I … Read more
Someone woke up on the wrong side of the bed that day. Every overpacker knows how stressful the moment can be when your luggage is being weighed while checking in for a flight. While some airline angels will sometimes let a few extra pounds fly without charging an overweight fee, one unlucky flyer traveling to … Read more