Air traffic controller staffing has been issue at Austin's airport for years
For years, Congressman Lloyd Doggett has been calling for more air traffic controllers after several near misses at Austin’s airport. He said Wednesday night's midair crash near Washington D.C. is a reminder that a tragedy could happen anywhere.
For years, Congressman Lloyd Doggett has been calling for more air traffic controllers after several near misses at Austin’s airport. He said Wednesday night's midair crash near Washington D.C. is a reminder that a tragedy could happen anywhere.
Winter weather causes flight delays, cancelations at Austin airport
Airports saw cancelations and delays across Texas due to wintry weather conditions on Tuesday.
Airports saw cancelations and delays across Texas due to wintry weather conditions on Tuesday.
Holiday travel keeps Austin-Bergstrom busy before New Year's Day
Austin-Bergstrom International Airport plans to see 150,000 flyers come through its gates until New Year's Day.
Austin-Bergstrom International Airport plans to see 150,000 flyers come through its gates until New Year's Day.
Travelers in Texas experience flight delays, cancelations on day after Christmas
In Texas, some travelers have experienced delays and cancelations throughout the week.
In Texas, some travelers have experienced delays and cancelations throughout the week.
Austin airport experiences flight delays due to American Airlines technical issues
American Airlines reported a technical issue with one of its vendors, prompting a nationwide ground stop for about an hour on Christmas Eve morning.
American Airlines reported a technical issue with one of its vendors, prompting a nationwide ground stop for about an hour on Christmas Eve morning.
Be prepared for record-breaking holiday travel, AAA says
About 119 million Americans are expected to travel over the holidays, according to AAA, adding to a record-breaking travel year nationally.
About 119 million Americans are expected to travel over the holidays, according to AAA, adding to a record-breaking travel year nationally.
Concerns of flight delays at Austin airport due to shortage of air traffic controllers
There are concerns a shortage of air traffic controllers could lead to flight delays during the busy holiday travel season at Austin-Bergstrom International Airport.
There are concerns a shortage of air traffic controllers could lead to flight delays during the busy holiday travel season at Austin-Bergstrom International Airport.
FAA 'negligent' in handling of air traffic controller shortage, Austin Congressman says
Congressman Lloyd Doggett (D-Austin) says he's concerned about delays and safety amid a shortage of air traffic controllers.
Congressman Lloyd Doggett (D-Austin) says he's concerned about delays and safety amid a shortage of air traffic controllers.
FAA understaffing leads to flight delays at Austin-Bergstrom over the weekend
Be aware that if you plan to fly out of Austin this holiday season, there could be some delays due to federal understaffing.
Be aware that if you plan to fly out of Austin this holiday season, there could be some delays due to federal understaffing.
Texas WWII vets take last local Honor Flight of 2024 for Pearl Harbor ceremony
Ten World War II veterans left for Washington DC on Friday for the 83rd anniversary of the bombing of Pearl Harbor.
Ten World War II veterans left for Washington DC on Friday for the 83rd anniversary of the bombing of Pearl Harbor.
Busy Thanksgiving travel in full swing at Austin airport
Thanksgiving is on Thursday and holiday travel is in full swing at Austin’s airport, where thousands of travelers are trying to get to their destinations.
Thanksgiving is on Thursday and holiday travel is in full swing at Austin’s airport, where thousands of travelers are trying to get to their destinations.
Record number of Texans traveling for Thanksgiving
A record number of Texans are traveling this Thanksgiving week. If you're flying later this week, the weather elsewhere in the country could impact your travel plans.
A record number of Texans are traveling this Thanksgiving week. If you're flying later this week, the weather elsewhere in the country could impact your travel plans.
Here are the airports with the longest security wait times during the holidays: Study
Travelers taking trips for the holiday season may encounter longer than usual wait times at these airports in the U.S., according to a new study.
Travelers taking trips for the holiday season may encounter longer than usual wait times at these airports in the U.S., according to a new study.
Austin airport struggles to meet demand of passengers: report
As the holidays quickly approach, many passengers will be coming through Austin Bergstrom International Airport. As Austin continues to grow, the airport struggles to meet the demand of passengers coming in and out.
As the holidays quickly approach, many passengers will be coming through Austin Bergstrom International Airport. As Austin continues to grow, the airport struggles to meet the demand of passengers coming in and out.
50 veterans take 94th Honor Flight to D.C.
Dozens of Central Texas veterans took off for Washington, D.C. on the 94th Honor Flight to see memorials that honor them.
Dozens of Central Texas veterans took off for Washington, D.C. on the 94th Honor Flight to see memorials that honor them.
FAA announces nearly $1B in aid for airport renovations: See the list
Over 100 airports nationwide are receiving money to upgrade their facilities. See if an airport in your area makes the list.
Over 100 airports nationwide are receiving money to upgrade their facilities. See if an airport in your area makes the list.
Austin airport travelers weigh in on 3-minute time limit to say goodbyes
Austin airport travelers are weighing in on a time limit to say goodbyes at drop off and pick up points.
Austin airport travelers are weighing in on a time limit to say goodbyes at drop off and pick up points.
American Airlines jet nearly collides with Cessna in mid-air close call: FAA
An American Airlines plane with 122 passengers on board came dangerously close to a Cessna that flew into its flight path as it was landing at a Texas airport this week.
An American Airlines plane with 122 passengers on board came dangerously close to a Cessna that flew into its flight path as it was landing at a Texas airport this week.
Record day? Austin airport expects high volume of travelers on October 14
You may want to give yourself some extra time if you're heading out to Austin-Bergstrom International Airport on October 14.
You may want to give yourself some extra time if you're heading out to Austin-Bergstrom International Airport on October 14.
Police give all-clear after 'suspicious item' found at Austin airport
Austin police have given the all-clear after a suspicious item was found at Austin-Bergstrom International Airport on Thursday night.
Austin police have given the all-clear after a suspicious item was found at Austin-Bergstrom International Airport on Thursday night.