Hundreds of U. S. immigration agents were sent to fourteen airports this week because many TSA workers have quit or been unpaid, creating long lines for travelers. The agents can only do simple tasks like watching exits and keeping crowds calm, so they won’t solve the deeper staffing problems that h
Delta Air Lines has decided to stop its special congressional desk service until the federal shutdown ends. The service had let lawmakers and staff book flights at lower prices, secure same‑day tickets for votes, and change itineraries quickly. Delta said the priority now is safety and customer care
A crash that took two lives at New York’s LaGuardia Airport revealed a shortfall in the airport’s surface‑tracking technology. The incident involved an Air Canada Express jet and a fire truck that collided on the runway, injuring dozens of passengers. The National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB)
Tom Steyer, a billionaire running for California governor, faced backlash after he avoided giving a grade to current Governor Gavin Newsom during an interview. The question was simple: what letter would Steyer assign to Newsom’s performance over his two terms? Instead, he replied that people have co
A deadly crash at LaGuardia Airport last Sunday night involved an Air Canada Express jet colliding with a fire truck, killing both pilots and injuring nine others. Investigators now want to speak with the air traffic controller who handled multiple emergencies at once. The controller was working dur
Airport lines today look more like train stations at rush hour than quiet waiting areas. Between storms, global conflicts, and airport mishaps, getting from one place to another by plane has become a test of patience. Even travelers who fly often now hesitate before booking tickets, not just because
The U. S. government has sent Immigration and Customs Enforcement officers to major airports after the federal agency faced a shortage of paid TSA staff. The move came as travelers encountered wait times that sometimes reached three hours, a problem intensified by unpaid workers and a partial shutdo
The crash of a China Eastern Boeing 737-800 in Guangxi on March 21, 2022 killed all 132 passengers and crew. That day, the aircraft went down a hillside about an hour after takeoff, making it the worst aviation disaster in China for thirty years. Aviation rules normally demand an initial report with
The latest funding delay for the Department of Homeland Security has left TSA workers in a tough spot. Many of these screeners are still recovering from the 43-day government shutdown last year, where some went without pay for over a month. Now, five weeks into another funding freeze, they face miss
The war in the Middle East has pushed jet fuel prices to almost double, yet many U. S. airlines keep their eyes on the prize. At a recent industry meeting, United’s boss said the company could cover the extra fuel bill and even raise fares a bit. He pointed out that bookings in the past week were up
