Trump admin revokes approval of 13 Mexican airline routes to US
The Trump administration revoked the approval of 13 Mexican airline routes into the U.S. in response to Mexico cancelling and freezing U.S. carrier flights.
FOX Business Briefs 10/27
Big tech earnings on deck on Wall Street; air travel disrupted as shutdown rages on; SNAP benefits to expire; Survey shows "Adultoween" growing in popularity.
Alaska Airlines restores operations after widespread technology issue grounded flights nationwide
Alaska Airlines resumed operations after issuing a nationwide ground stop for eight hours following a "significant IT outage," the airline said.
Flight makes emergency landing after cabin crew was 'knocking on the cockpit door' over communications issue
A SkyWest flight made an emergency landing in Nebraska after its flight crew was knocking on the cockpit door due to a communications issue, the FAA said.
Southwest Airlines to roll out sweeping overhaul of boarding process: Here are the details
Southwest Airlines will overhaul its boarding with assigned seats starting Jan. 27, using the new "WILMA" method that boards window passengers first.
Sean Duffy vows Department of Transportation will continue to push through shutdown
Transportation Secretary Sean Duffy criticizes California Gov. Gavin Newsom’s refusal to adhere to English language rule and describes how his department is handling the government shutdown on ‘The Bottom Line.’
American Airlines jet returns to LAX after passengers report sickening fumes
An American Airlines flight from Los Angeles to New York City turned back after passengers became sick from unknown fumes in the cabin on Tuesday evening.
United Airlines first mainline Starlink flight ready for takeoff
United Airlines launches its first mainline Starlink-equipped flight, offering high-speed Wi-Fi on personal devices and entertainment screens.
Major airline says customer data leaked after cyberattack
Australia's Qantas Airways is investigating a stolen customer data release while implementing court orders and enhanced security measures following cyberattack.
Trump proposes leveling playing field with China on flights over Russia to and from US
The U.S. Department of Transportation unveils flight restriction plans targeting Chinese carriers that use Russian airspace shortcuts unavailable to U.S.
FAA: Shutdown-driven staffing shortages disrupting operations at major airports
The Federal Aviation Administration issued an updated operation plan Thursday showing staffing shortages and weather affecting nine major air traffic control facilities.
Government shutdown drives staffing flight delays from 5% to 53% as air traffic controllers call out
Air traffic controller shortages caused over 2,000 flight delays Wednesday, with 53% of recent delays attributed to understaffing compared to the normal 5%, officials say.
WestJet now charges passengers to recline seats on new Boeing 737 flights
WestJet updates Boeing aircraft with three seat classes, including premium, extended comfort and economy, with reclining seats only available in premium.
FAA braces for nationwide flight disruptions as air traffic controller shortages hit major airports
Flight delays and ground stops expected as government shutdown causes air traffic controller shortages at Chicago O'Hare, Nashville and other major airports.
Burbank, California airport goes without air traffic controllers for hours amid government shutdown
A staffing shortage left the Hollywood Burbank Airport in California without air traffic controllers for hours on Monday night, prompting long flight delays.
FOX Business Briefs 9/30
All eyes on Friday’s September jobs report; Boeing has started working on a 737 MAX replacement; Spotify founder Daniel Ek leaving CEO job.
Airlines warn government shutdown could disrupt flights, strain aviation system
U.S. airlines and aviation groups are warning Congress that a government shutdown at midnight would disrupt air travel and jeopardize safety.
Lufthansa to cut thousands of jobs as it seeks to boost profitability
German aviation group Lufthansa will eliminate 4,000 administrative positions by 2030 using digitalization and process consolidation to increase efficiency.
American Airlines says some flights experiencing delays due to 'technical issue'
Technical problems with American Airlines maintenance systems cause flight delays as teams work to troubleshoot the issue affecting departures nationwide.
United briefly grounds all US, Canada flights for second time in 2 months
United Airlines experienced its second ground stop in two months on Wednesday due to a connectivity issue, with the FAA pausing departures for one hour.