National pilot shortage leads to Memorial Day weekend cancellations
According to the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, more than 14,000 pilot openings are projected for each year over the next decade.
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Summer travelers can expect sticker shock experts say
With domestic airfares averaging over $400 a round trip, "Europe is the best travel bargain out there," says one expert.
"This will be our largest hiring year": How airlines are preparing for busy summer travel season
Thirty-nine million people are projected to travel Memorial Day weekend, according to AAA.
Fewer flights and higher fares aren't keeping travelers at home
Six weeks ago, a roundtrip fare between Los Angeles and San Francisco — a flight that lasts about 38 minutes — was $93. Last week, that same flight cost $350.
How rising gas prices and staffing shortages could impact summer travelers
United Airlines CEO Scott Kirby says the airline is prepared to address potential problems.
Kids fly high thanks to an aviation nonprofit
The nonprofit organization Fly Compton puts kids in the pilot seat to gear them for success in the aviation world. Kris Van Cleave reports.
Airlines to allow certain passengers banned for violating mask policy to return
United, Delta and Alaska Airlines told CBS News they will review each case before making a decision.
Airline industry urges end to mask rules as deadline approaches
The current federal requirement to mask on planes and other public transportation is set to expire Monday, but the Biden administration has yet to decide whether to extend or end the mandate.
2 unruly flight passengers could face largest-ever fines
The Federal Aviation Administration wants sock the disruptive passengers with fines of about $80,000 each.
Airline schedules seemingly getting back on track after rough weekend
The spate of cancelations, many of which were blamed on bad Florida weather, came as air travel is rebounding from the pandemic, with strong demand for spring break flights.
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