Airlines

In one of the wildest aviation experiments ever attempted, researchers intentionally crashed a Boeing 727 in the Mexican desert to find out which seats gave passengers the best chance of …

Most travelers know the dreaded SSSS code means extra security screening. But another code could mean you don’t even have a seat. When you’re prepared to fly and have your …

Interline baggage agreements are arrangements between airlines that allow checked bags to be transferred from one flight to another, even when you’re flying on more than one carrier. In the …

New commercial flights are about to take off in the Pacific Northwest, offering travelers a rare option: TSA-free flights between Spokane and Seattle. SeaPort Airlines is launching daily commercial service …

As airlines and countries tighten rules on lithium-battery devices, some travelers are wondering if Apple AirTags could eventually end up on the restricted list. Over the past few months, we’ve …

The airline says it’s refining its new boarding system after passengers reported issues with overhead bin space, family seating, and boarding flow. Southwest Airlines’ new boarding system, introduced in January, …

A calm, direct response to seat-spreading turned an awkward flight moment into an instant lesson in personal space. Flying economy—or even premium economy—means living within tight physical boundaries. With seats …

Lithium-ion battery fires have prompted several airlines to tighten rules around wireless earbuds and other small electronics. On the heels of multiple countries announcing new restrictions on in-flight power banks, …

Ah, the joys of flying in business class — a rare treat for my wife Sharon and me. The lie-flat seat. The better food. The ability to sleep like a …

Earlier this year, Delta Air Lines updated its rules around in-flight comfort accessories, citing safety concerns. Alaska Airlines has now followed suit, quietly rolling out similar restrictions. For some travelers, …