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Flight attendant reveals most ‘disgusting’ behavior she has witnessed in a decade — and you’ll never want to eat off of your seat tray again

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Flight attendant reveals most ‘disgusting’ behavior she has witnessed in a decade — and you’ll never want to eat off of your seat tray again

It’s just plane gross.  Flying the friendly — or, more aptly, the filthy — skies is a germaphobe’s worst nightmare, cautions a veteran flight attendant who’s revealing the most unsanitary, dirty and “diabolical” disasters she’s seen at 35,000 feet.  “I’m going to tell you all the nastiest things I’ve ever seen on a plane,” Charity Moore, an … Read more

Torturous ‘Cheek Splittler 9000’ airplane seat worries travelers about the future of flight: ‘Hostile architecture’

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Torturous ‘Cheek Splittler 9000’ airplane seat worries travelers about the future of flight: ‘Hostile architecture’

It’s a real plane in the butt. An airplane passenger was taken aback after encountering a peculiar “cheek splitter” sky chair with a “perplexing” wedge bisecting the bum cushion. “I’ve been on a lot of planes around the world, but this was a first,” exclaimed the user while describing the torture device-esque accommodation on Reddit. … Read more

Dedicated marathon runner hogs bathroom to do this on 11-hour flight: ‘Is this a skit?’

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Dedicated marathon runner hogs bathroom to do this on 11-hour flight: ‘Is this a skit?’

He gave a new meaning to joining the Mile High Club. Nothing was getting in the way of this dedicated runner from completing his 5K — not even an 11-hour flight. Content creator and running extradoinaire, @dom.stroh, posted a video on social media that has racked up almost 2 million views of him sticking to what … Read more

Major airline’s flight delayed after ‘no smoking’ signs discovered missing

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Major airline’s flight delayed after ‘no smoking’ signs discovered missing

A flight from a major airline was delayed recently after a missing “no smoking” sticker within a row of seats forced the plane to remain at the gate. A traveler shared on Reddit that the aircraft could not depart because one row was missing its required sign — and the incident began circulating online.  “We’ve all boarded, and the … Read more

Belligerently drunk passenger forces U-turn before flight can even take off, ‘chaotic’ video reveals

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Belligerently drunk passenger forces U-turn before flight can even take off, ‘chaotic’ video reveals

It was an abrupt booze cruise. A Ryanair flight across Spain was delayed after a drunk passenger’s meltdown forced them to stop on the tarmac, as seen in viral footage shot on Feb. 12. The young man reportedly started “talking loudly on his phone” and “shouting,” causing other passengers to stare, another passenger recounted to … Read more

Food fight erupts on flight after infuriated passenger accuses another of flirting with his wife: ‘You’re running your f–king mouth’

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Food fight erupts on flight after infuriated passenger accuses another of flirting with his wife: ‘You’re running your f–king mouth’

You wanna pizza me? A food fight erupted aboard a Southwest Airlines flight after a passenger had a meltdown because he thought another man was flirting with his wife. A video of the pie-in-the-sky moment is currently taking off on Instagram. The wild clip, uploaded on January 12 by @mikeandbo, shows a Southwest air hostess … Read more

The simple mental trick for easing flight anxiety revealed, according to author Mel Robbins

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The simple mental trick for easing flight anxiety revealed, according to author Mel Robbins

Author and podcast host Mel Robbins recently opened up about her experience with flight anxiety, sharing a simple mental technique she says helped her manage it. She discussed the approach on a recent episode of the “Delusional Diaries” podcast with hosts Halley Kate and Jaz. Flight anxiety isn’t always about the plane itself, the Vermont-based Robbins said … Read more

Pilates instructor’s insane hack to survive 12-hour flight – experts weigh in: ‘Get your feet off the wall’

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Pilates instructor’s insane hack to survive 12-hour flight – experts weigh in: ‘Get your feet off the wall’

She did what? While many flyers blatantly ignore airplane etiquette — like eating a smelly snack or elbowing your seatmate — one traveler took things a little too far with her bizarre stretching method that had many giving her the side eye. Stuck on a 12-hour economy flight from Paris, France, to California and thankfully … Read more

Ryanair flight cut short after severe turbulence injured passengers: ‘Out of a horror movie’

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Ryanair flight cut short after severe turbulence injured passengers: ‘Out of a horror movie’

There were some bumps in the flight path. A Ryanair flight from the UK to Spain’s Canary Islands was cut short after several passengers were injured during a severe bout of turbulence. The bumpy ride occurred on Sunday, December 28, while flight FR1121 was flying between Birmingham and Tenerife, the Independent reported. The Post reached … Read more

Flight attendant arrested ahead of boarding for tapping someone on the shoulder

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Flight attendant arrested ahead of boarding for tapping someone on the shoulder

This irritable airline staffer was finally tapped out of excuses. A United Airlines flight attendant was arrested for battery earlier this year after allegedly tapping someone on the shoulder — and newly released body camera footage is providing more details on what really went down. The incident involving a crew member from a separate airline … Read more

Massive rat stowaway caught on video as flight of 250 passengers left stranded overnight

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Massive rat stowaway caught on video as flight of 250 passengers left stranded overnight

Would you watch rata-flew-ie? A KLM plane of passengers bound for the Caribbean didn’t have a choice of their in-flight entertainment when they had to be grounded after a massive rat stowed aboard, as seen in a spine-tingling video taking off online. It’s unclear how the rat (picture) stowed aboard the plane. “[It’s] very unfortunate … Read more

Forget the ‘Goldilocks window’ for booking a flight — here’s how to get the most out of your travel points in 2026 

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Forget the ‘Goldilocks window’ for booking a flight — here’s how to get the most out of your travel points in 2026 

There’s an art to it. If the only thing getting you through these last few weeks of the year is a dreamy vacation, hopefully in your near future, and you’re looking to book with travel points, according to experts, there’s a certain science to it. While most would assume the “Goldilocks” travel playbook of booking … Read more

Newlyweds have ‘virtual’ wedding reception after flight canceled at last minute

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Newlyweds have ‘virtual’ wedding reception after flight canceled at last minute

A newly married couple attended their own wedding reception virtually after their flight was cancelled at the last minute.  With the hall fully decorated and arrangements in place, the bride’s family decided not to postpone the event.  Instead, the couple was displayed live on a huge screen so they could participate from hundreds of miles … Read more

Travel Tuesday has the best flight deals (and more!) that we’ve seen all year

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Travel Tuesday has the best flight deals (and more!) that we’ve seen all year

New York Post may be compensated and/or receive an affiliate commission if you click or buy through our links. Featured pricing is subject to change. Travel Tuesday: the annual mid-week phenomenon where flight prices plummet, cruise perks spike, and travelers everywhere ask the same question: is Travel Tuesday a real thing? Yes — Travel Tuesday … Read more

Cat gets loose on Southwest Airlines flight — and the reactions are priceless

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Cat gets loose on Southwest Airlines flight — and the reactions are priceless

You are now free to roam about the cat-bin. One furry flyer’s premature bid for freedom put a smile on a plane full of Thanksgiving travelers’ faces when it escaped his carrier and started wandering the aisles. Amid the commotion on board, the frisky feline was briskly scooped into the arms of a Southwest Airlines … Read more

DOT walks back on promise of automatic reimbursements for flight delays and cancellations

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DOT walks back on promise of automatic reimbursements for flight delays and cancellations

What is this — the mile lie club? The Department of Transportation has announced it will roll back widely lauded Biden-era plans to reimburse travelers for flight delays and cancellations automatically. Under the previous rule, which was finalized during the last few months of President Biden’s administration, carriers would have had to compensate passengers for … Read more

‘Real Housewives of Atlanta’ star Porsha Williams being investigated by FBI, escorted off Delta flight

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‘Real Housewives of Atlanta’ star Porsha Williams being investigated by FBI, escorted off Delta flight

Reality TV star Porsha Williams is being investigated by the FBI over a mystery incident that led to her being escorted off a Delta Airlines flight, according to a report. “The Real Housewives of Atlanta” star was seen on video obtained by TMZ exiting a plane at Las Vegas International Airport on Sunday before takeoff … Read more

Gentle parenting blamed for passenger’s unbearable air travel as he endures kicking kid: ‘Worst flight of my life’

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Gentle parenting blamed for passenger’s unbearable air travel as he endures kicking kid: ‘Worst flight of my life’

Frequent flyers might not get a kick out of this.  Air travel today is no laughing matter, thanks to the recent string of flight delays and cancellations amid the government shutdown.  But making matters worse for the few fortunate jet-setters whose planes actually take off are cranky, crying kiddos who ruin the trip for everyone — namely … Read more

How should travelers navigate the ‘chaos’ of nationwide flight cuts amid government shutdown? Airlines and experts weigh in

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How should travelers navigate the ‘chaos’ of nationwide flight cuts amid government shutdown? Airlines and experts weigh in

Is your upcoming trip on the no-fly list? Travelers nationwide could face cancellations and delays galore after the Federal Aviation Administration ordered airlines to cut flights at major airports amid the ongoing government shutdown— though it’s not yet clear when the changes will be announced. Starting Friday, there will be a 10% reduction in all … Read more

‘Poop smears on the seat’: Delta reportedly apologizes after passenger endures cross-country flight next to ‘human biohazard’

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‘Poop smears on the seat’: Delta reportedly apologizes after passenger endures cross-country flight next to ‘human biohazard’

It was a real crappy landing. A Delta passenger is raising a stink after sitting next to a foul-smelling passenger who reportedly soiled themselves during a five-and-a-half-hour trip from Florida to Los Angeles, California. They detailed their odiferous flight in a post taking off on Reddit. In the smelly story, captioned “5.5-hour flight next to … Read more