Airlines
Flight disruptions, route launches, rebooking policies, and airline news that affects international travelers. Coverage of schedule changes, airspace closures, and passenger rights across global carriers.
Proposed ROTOR Act Seeks to Close Aviation Safety Loopholes
Introduced in July 2025, the ROTOR Act requires ADS-B technology on all U.S. aircraft and restricts FAA exemptions to sensitive missions. It mandates FAA helicopter route reviews and Army safety…
NTSB Begins Hearings on Deadly Army Helicopter and American Airlines Crash
On July 30, 2025, the NTSB opened hearings on the January fatal crash near Washington National Airport, analyzing…
American, Delta, Air Canada, Hawaiian, Southwest Suspend Flights Amid Tsunami Warnings
A July 29, 2025 tsunami warning for Hawaii and the US West Coast resulted from an 8.8 earthquake…
Parents of Son Lost in Reagan Airport Crash Fight for Aviation Safety
A 2025 midair collision near Reagan National Airport killed 67, prompting FAA safety reforms including flight restrictions and…
Ryanair Launches Rare Autumn Sale with 15% Off Flights to Milan and More
Ryanair’s 15% off autumn promotion is available only on July 29-30, 2025, for flights from September 1 to…
Breeze Airways Launches Affordable Manchester to Myrtle Beach Flights in Feb 2026
Starting February 6, 2026, Breeze Airways offers affordable nonstop flights from Manchester-Boston to Myrtle Beach twice weekly. Introductory…
Southwest Airlines Begins Selling Assigned Seats for 2026 Flights
Southwest Airlines replaces open seating with assigned seats from January 27, 2026. Four fare types offer different seat…
Why American Airlines’ Airbus A321XLR Remains Grounded Beyond Safety Issues
American Airlines’ Airbus A321XLR delivery faces delays due to a global shortage of cabin seats amid ongoing supply…
United Airlines Flight Attendants Overwhelmingly Reject Contract With 26% Raises
United Airlines flight attendants rejected a contract offering a 26.9% pay raise due to concerns over incomplete pay…
ANA and Breeze Airways Collision at Charleston Classified as Aviation Accident
A July 2025 collision at Charleston Airport between ANA’s Boeing 787-10 and Breeze Airways’ Airbus A220-300 caused minor…