More airlines no longer charging families extra to sit together
President Biden recently called on airlines to do away with extra seating charges in his State of The Union Speech.
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Airlines roll out family seating policies
United Airlines and Frontier Airlines have unveiled new policies making it easier for parents to sit with their children on flights. Barry Biffle, the CEO of Frontier Airlines, joins CBS News' Lana Zak and Errol Barnett to discuss the carrier's new policy and why it's being announced now.
United flight plunges toward ocean after takeoff
In December, a United Airlines flight from Maui to San Francisco plunged 1,400 feet toward the Pacific Ocean moments after takeoff. The pilots recovered and the flight continued safely to its destination. The incident was previously unreported. Elaine Quijano has the details.
United Airlines plane plunges toward Pacific after taking off from Maui
The flight descended as fast as 8,600 feet per minute, according to preliminary data.
Battery fire forces United flight back to airport
Flames broke out just moments after a United flight took off from San Diego on Tuesday morning when a passenger's laptop battery ignited, injuring at least four people. Carter Evans reports.
4 people taken to hospital after fire forces United flight to return to San Diego
The New Jersey-bound flight had to return to San Diego International Airport after the fire broke out.
Woman tracks lost luggage on an "adventure" around D.C.
United Airlines told Valerie Szybala her lost suitcase would be delivered. Then she watched as the Apple AirTag she had inside went to an apartment complex, a McDonald's and a shopping center.
United Airlines pilot union leader steps down after disparaging comments come to light
Hours after CBS News reported on the comments, Captain Neil Swindells resigned from the post that also gave him a seat on the airline's board of directors.
New leader of United Airlines pilot union apologizes for disparaging comments
Captain Neil Swindells is the head of the United Airlines' chapter of the Air Line Pilots Association and is entitled to a seat on the United Airlines board.
Busiest travel routes in America
Knowing the most popular air travel routes can save you time and money when traveling. CBS News senior travel adviser Peter Greenberg joins "CBS News Mornings" with his insights on that, plus tips to save money if you're looking to travel to Europe.
Snake discovered on United flight from Florida to New Jersey
The non-venomous snake was removed from the plane by airport staff when the flight landed in Newark.
United Airlines flight forced to return to Chicago airport after hitting bird
A pilot on another plane reported seeing smoke and flames coming from the side of the Boeing 737, and the FAA said it landed without further incident.
Man charged with assaulting crew members during chaotic United Airlines flight
Once the plane landed and he was taken into custody, the man allegedly told authorities that he had taken the hallucinogenic drug psilocybin before boarding the flight.
White House crackdown on hidden airline fees
The Biden administration plans to propose a new rule that would require airlines to show travelers the true cost of their plane tickets. CBS News' Kris Van Cleave tells us what we can expect at checkout.
7/11: Face The Nation
This week on "Face the Nation," warning signs about new coronavirus cases, extreme weather affecting tens of millions and a threat to Russia following the latest cyberattack.
Airlines add new international routes
As airlines try to stabilize their schedules, new international routes could set them up for a good fourth quarter and next summer's anticipated demand.
U.S. stocks lose momentum
Peter Morici, professor at the Robert H. Smith School of Business at the University of Maryland, joins CBS News' Tanya Rivero and Mola Lenghi to discuss today's stock market activity, as well as the significance of Tesla's record profit during its first quarter.
Couple booted from United flight
A couple flying to Costa Rica for their wedding later this week were removed from a United Airlines flight in Houston for not following crew instructions. The incident comes as United has been under fire for the contentious removal of a doctor from a plane in Chicago last week.
TSA employees push for raises, respect
CBS News transportation correspondent Errol Barnett joins CBSN's "Red & Blue" to discuss how the union for TSA workers is calling for higher wages and how some pilots' unions are pushing back against vaccine mandates.
Why is there a pilot shortage? It wasn't just the COVID-19 pandemic.
Global airline industry leaders were predicting a coming shortage well before the pandemic hit.
Travelers, airlines gear up for potential cancellations over holiday weekend
Cancellations are stacking up once again this holiday weekend as U.S. airlines struggle to serve their own customers.
United pilots in line for pay raise amid flight disruptions
Proposed contract would boosts their salary 14.5%, potentially clearing way for pilot wage increases across aviation.
Overseas baby formula shipment arrives in U.S.
The fifth shipment of baby formula has arrived from overseas, an attempt by the Biden administration to ease the nationwide shortage. CBS News anchors Nikki Battiste and Tanya Rivero spoke with Health and Human Services Secretary Xavier Becerra, who is helping lead the response.
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.
United CEO on airfare, summer travel
According to AAA, 3 million Americans will be taking to the skies to kick off their summer vacations amid sky-high airfare prices. United Airlines CEO Scott Kirby joins "CBS Mornings" with the summer travel outlook and tells us whether Americans can expect some relief from rising prices.
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Christa Pike critically ill, intubated after botched execution, attorneys say
More details emerge about FlyDubai co-pilot who tried to crash plane
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