American Airlines places deposit on 20 supersonic passenger planes

American Airlines has agreed to buy up to 20 supersonic jets and put down a non-refundable deposit on the planes that are still on the drawing board and years away from flying.

Why now is the best time to book holiday air travel

A travel expert said the best time to buy holiday flights on a budget is in the next several weeks.

European airport will pay passengers who missed flights amid summer chaos

The Dutch airport was one of several across Europe, including London's Heathrow, that was plunged into chaos by staff shortages and soaring demand.

Southwest attendant suffered broken back in hard landing

A Southwest Airlines flight attendant suffered a compression fracture to a vertebra in her upper back during a hard landing last month in California, according to federal safety investigators.

American Airlines cutting flights from fall schedule

American Airlines said it has taken steps to size its airline based on resources that are available, making adjustments to its September and October schedules.

Airline tickets dropping from summer highs, report says

Airfare prices surged earlier this summer. However, as we enter "shoulder season," travel website Hopper says prices will drop 25% from peak prices in May.

Visitors to world's tallest tree could face $5,000 fine, up to 6 months in jail

Park officials say increased visitors to Hyperion in Northern California have resulted in “degradation of the tree’s base,” trash and human waste in the surrounding area, and more issues.

Boeing to resume delivery of 787 Dreamliners after FAA clearance

Issues with the 787 started in 2020 when small gaps were found between panels of the fuselage that are made of carbon composite material.

How the Jetblue, Spirit merger will impact fliers

The chief executives of budget airlines JetBlue and Spirit say their deal will drive down fares for the big four air carriers that dominate the industry. However, one expert says the opposite.

Southwest Airlines drops expiration dates on flight credits

Southwest Airlines announced Thursday that it's dropping the expiration date for all flight credits to improve the customer experience amid a trying time for the industry. 

Boom Supersonic unveils design for world’s fastest passenger airliner

The Overture will reach speeds of over 1,122 mph — one and a half times the speed of sound — with a cruising altitude of 60,000 feet.