Justice Department to appeal order voiding travel mask mandate

Centers for Disease Control and Prevention asks Justice Dept. to appeal ruling that voided federal travel mask mandate.

Majority of Americans want masks for travelers: AP-NORC poll

The poll finds that despite opposition to the requirement that included verbal abuse and physical violence against flight attendants, 56% of Americans favor requiring people on planes, trains and public transportation to wear masks.

Mask mandates: Here's where face coverings are still enforced in public settings

A decision by a federal judge in Florida to throw out a national mask mandate in public transportation across the U.S. has created a patchwork of rules that vary by location.

Travel scams increase during the summer, Better Business Bureau warns

The BBB says as Texans plan summer travel adventures with friends and family, they should be aware that there are scammers out there looking to take advantage.

Austin airport, CapMetro no longer requiring face masks after ruling

A federal judge claims the federal mask mandate was exceeding the authority of U.S. health officials. This court ruling now vacates the mandate.

Face masks now optional on major American airlines, effective immediately

A federal judge in Florida struck down the national mask mandate covering airlines and other public transportation Monday, and the Biden administration said the rule would not be enforced while federal agencies decide how to respond to the judge’s order.

Geopolitics leads Boeing to downgrade dozens of jet orders

Boeing says global geopolitical concerns are a big reason why it is dropping more than 100 planes from its backlog of pending orders.

FAA seeks biggest fines yet against 2 unruly passengers

The FAA said it proposed a civil penalty of $81,950 against a passenger who struck a flight attendant on the head, and a $77,272 fine against a woman who tried to open a cabin door during a flight.

Musk says Tesla will build vehicle designed to be a robotaxi

Tesla will build a vehicle dedicated for use as a robotaxi, and it will start making three new vehicles next year, CEO Elon Musk told fans at a party celebrating the opening of a Texas factory.

FAA reveals largest fines ever for unruly passengers

The Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) announced Friday that it has proposed the largest-ever fines against two passengers for alleged unruly behavior.

The world’s largest treehouse resort to open in Tennessee — how you can stay here

When the Sanctuary Treehouse Resort is completed, it will feature 130 treehouses spread out across 40 acres. And yes, there will be slides, ladders, and drawbridges.

How do I navigate TSA check-in lines at Austin-Bergstrom?

Let's take a look at what it takes to get through security at AUS and what passengers can do to streamline the process.

France investigates 'serious incident' involving New York-Paris flight issue

The BEA said Wednesday that it has opened a safety investigation and that the so-called “black box” flight data and cockpit voice recorders are being analyzed.

Carnival Cruise Line reports best-ever booking week after CDC drops COVID cruise ship warning

Just days after the CDC lifted its COVID travel warning for cruises two years into the pandemic, Carnival Cruise Line reported its best-ever booking week in the company's history.

Austin-Bergstrom International Airport still struggling with long TSA lines

Austin-Bergstrom International Airport linked the problem to the high number of flights heading in and out of Austin as well as staffing issues.

Austin airport asks travelers to arrive early to airport, busy day expected

AUS officials are urging travelers to arrive at the airport early today, especially if you're flying out before 8 a.m., as they anticipate a busy day.