Ailing Spirit Airlines drops some junk fees in hopes of luring travelers
Budget carrier Spirit is eliminating some fees amid growing pushback against hidden airline industry charges.
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Rare glimpse into Boeing 737 Max production facility amid turmoil
The close-up look at the Boeing facility aimed to show changes the company said are being made after a door panel blew out mid-flight earlier this year.
Deadly rip currents, and other top headlines
Here are some of the top headlines for Friday, including deadly rip currents in Florida, a scary scene in Oklahoma City as a Southwest Airlines flight flew unusually low over houses on its approach, and record-breaking travel as summer officially kicks off. Manny Bojorquez, Carter Evans and Kris Van Cleave have more.
FAA investigating Southwest flight close call
The FAA is investigating a Southwest Airlines flight that dropped to just 525 feet shortly after midnight Wednesday. Flight 4069 was nine miles away from Oklahoma City's Will Rogers World Airport when it triggered a low altitude warning from air traffic control. CBS News' Carter Evans has the latest.
Senators grill Boeing CEO on safety concerns
Tuesday, Boeing's outgoing president and CEO David Calhoun answered questions on Capitol Hill about the aerospace company's commitment to safety. The hearing follows three whistleblower allegations claiming Boeing did not address known issues and retaliated against the employees who raised them. Sharon Terlep, aerospace reporter for The Wall Street Journal, joins CBS News to discuss.
Boeing CEO testifies on Capitol Hill
Boeing CEO David Calhoun testified before a Senate committee Tuesday, where he faced scathing criticism from lawmakers over the company's safety record. Calhoun started his remarks by facing and apologizing to the families of victims who died in the two 737 Max crashes. Calhoun's testimony came hours after a new whistleblower complaint emerged. Kris Van Cleave has details.
TSA has second busiest travel day of the year
Time is ticking to book your summer travel, with just days until the official start of the season. Last Friday marked the TSA's second-busiest travel day of the year so far, with more than 2.9 million people passing through its check points. The Points Guy managing editor Clint Henderson joins to discuss.
FAA probes flight that plunged off Hawaiian coast
CBS News has learned that the Federal Aviation Administration is investigating a Southwest flight in April that plunged off the coast of Hawaii, coming within several hundred feet of the ocean.
It only takes 5 seconds of hail to damage a plane mid-flight, expert says
Photos of an Austrian Airlines flight went viral this week after a sudden hail storm ripped up the aircraft's nose and shattered its cockpit windows. One expert says it can happen in seconds.
Singapore Airlines to compensate injured passengers
Following a severely turbulent flight that injured more than 100 passengers last month, Singapore Airlines has announced it will offer compensation to those effected.
Flight disruptions after Memorial Day weekend
Memorial Day has come and gone, but it seems the travel delays and cancelations are here to stay. CBS News senior transportation correspondent Kris Van Cleave explains how the weather is making a mess at airports and where the biggest issues remain.
Person dies after falling into engine of departing passenger jet
"A person ended up in a running aircraft engine," Dutch flagship carrier KLM said in a statement.
How climate change impacts flight turbulence
Turbulence on flights has been increasing, and climate change could be one of the reasons why. CBS News senior weather producer David Parkinson explains how the human-caused phenomenon affects the flight path.
How new technology is transforming airport security, efficiency
Advocates say the technology, including facial recognition, will lead to improved security and efficiency, but some remain concerned about privacy.
12 injured after Qatar Airways flight hits turbulence over Turkey
The flight QR107, which landed in Dublin just before 1 p.m. local time, experienced turbulence while airborne over Turkey, Dublin Airport officials said in a statement.
TSA sets new record for number of travelers screened in a single day
The Transportation Security Administration said more than 2.95 million individuals were screened at airport checkpoints on Friday.
Millions travel for Memorial Day weekend
Nearly 44 million people are expected to travel at least 50 miles for Memorial Day weekend, according to AAA. On Friday, travel was rocky: traffic crawled from coast to coast and more than 8,000 flights were delayed.
Tracking the Memorial Day weekend travel rush
If you're hitting the road, taking to the skies, or boarding a train this holiday weekend, you're not alone. Early trends are revealing a historic number of Americans traveling for the holiday. CBS News New York reporter Jennifer Bisram has more from JFK Airport in Queens.
Frontier CEO claims passengers are abusing wheelchair services
The airline wants passengers who try to cheat the system to be held accountable.
How inflation could impact Memorial Day plans
Memorial Day travel is already underway for many Americans. CBS News senior transportation correspondent Kris Van Cleave details the fluctuating costs of vacationing this year.
What is clear-air turbulence? The "very violent" phenomenon, explained
A death and multiple injuries aboard a Singapore Airlines flight have drawn attention to the dangers turbulence can pose.
TSA sounds alarm on guns at airports
The TSA expects nearly 3 million passengers on Friday to kick off Memorial Day weekend. But with the return of post-pandemic travel, a new trend has emerged — more Americans than ever are bringing guns to the airport. CBS News homeland security and justice reporter Nicole Sganga has been looking into the story.
The top 2024 summer vacation destinations
A group representing major U.S. airlines predicts a record number of travelers this summer. Christie Hudson, head of public relations and a travel expert for Expedia, joins CBS News to break down the top vacation destinations this year.
Buttigieg on Baltimore bridge collapse report
Transportation Secretary Pete Buttigieg tells CBS News there will be a lot to learn about infrastructure and vessel traffic from the National Transportation Safety Board's preliminary report on the collapse of the Francis Scott Key Bridge. Buttigieg also said the Biden administration will defend itself in a lawsuit filed by several airlines over fee disclosures.
Record travel expected for Memorial Day
Tens of millions of Americans are gearing up for the upcoming Memorial Day weekend. Nearly 50 million people are expected to travel 50 miles or more this year, making it the busiest Memorial Day weekend in almost 20 years, according to AAA. Kris Van Cleave has more.
Iran has "increased efforts to target U.S. personnel," intel chief warns
Police fire tear gas, arrest dozens as France braces for more protests
ICE crackdown prompts some Texas Latinos to turn away from Trump
DOJ sues to block Alaska Senate certification if Sullivan loses
2 ex-FBI officials charged with lying about Hunter Biden's laptop
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