What’s Behind the Uptick in Close Calls at U.S. Airports?
Posted on 12/18/2023, 1:45 PM
An increase in near collisions at U.S. airports should be a "wake-up call," say government officials and aviation experts. What's causing the issue? And what's being done about it?
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Disruptions to Airplane GPS Systems Are on the Rise—What Passengers Should Know
Posted on 12/14/2023, 9:30 AM
Pilots have been warned to be on the lookout for "jamming" and "spoofing" of aircraft navigation systems. What does that mean for passengers?
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How to Use Delta, American, United, and Southwest Bag Trackers
Posted on 11/10/2023, 11:15 AM
How to use airline bag-tracking systems—and how they stack up against tools like Apple AirTags
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High-Tech Screens, Bluetooth and Improved Wi-Fi: How Airlines are Stepping Up Inflight Entertainment
Posted on 11/02/2023, 6:30 PM
Last month United Airlines announced an ambitious, high-tech plan for its on-board passenger experience. By 2032, the airline revealed, more than 800 of its aircraft will be equipped for passengers to connect their Bluetooth headphones to the seatback entertainment systems. Today, only about 100 United jets have that capability. Made possible by the airline’s biggest influx of new planes ever, the...
Airport Tips for Faster Service Without TSA PreCheck and Other Perks
Posted on 10/18/2023, 10:30 AM
Get through the airport quickly and comfortably, even without TSA PreCheck or credit card perks, using these handy tips and tricks—most of which won't cost you a thing.
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Google Flights vs. Kayak: Putting Their New When-to-Book Tools to the Test
Posted on 09/13/2023, 7:00 AM
We tried out two new online tools that claim to tell users the best time to book flights. Here are the upsides and downsides to both.
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Tracking Flight Prices: What to Do When You Book a Trip, Then Find a Better Deal
Posted on 08/16/2023, 8:15 AM
Strategies to try when you're tracking flight prices and discover cheaper plane tickets for a trip you've already booked
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Premium Economy vs. Economy Plus on Airplanes: What’s the Difference?
Posted on 08/08/2023, 7:45 AM
Want some extra legroom on your flight? Or an elevated set of amenities? The differences in price and perks between premium economy and main cabin plus seats.
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The Worst U.S. Airports for Catching a Connecting Flight
Posted on 07/28/2023, 8:15 AM
We're naming airport names, and breaking down our advice by season, ticket type, and more....
The Air Traffic Controller Shortage: When Will It Improve? How Can You Prepare?
Posted on 07/21/2023, 11:00 AM
A shortage of air traffic controllers may be contributing to flight disruptions at U.S. airports. How—and how long—will your travels be affected?
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