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Up in the air: Bill could add flights at DCA; some concerned about overcrowding
The Federal Aviation Administration reauthorization bill, which the U.S. Senate passed Thursday, would add five daily round trip flights at Reagan National Airport, but airport officials and some local lawmakers say they are concerned about overcrowding. “We are disappointed by the decision to force more flights into Reagan National Airport’s already congested schedule on America’s busiest runway, which will...
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Senate-approved FAA bill adds flights at Reagan National
More flights could be coming to Reagan National Airport, and the airport and some local lawmakers are furious about it, saying the airport is already too crowded. News4 Transportation Reporter Adam Tuss explains.
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Senate passes bill making it easier to get refunds from airlines after delays or cancellations
The Senate has passed a $105 billion bill designed to improve air safety and customer service for air travelers, a day before the law governing the Federal Aviation Administration expires.
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FAA investigating whether Boeing completed required inspections on 787 Dreamliner jets
The Federal Aviation Administration has opened an investigation into Boeing after it learned the company may not have completed required inspections on 787 Dreamliner jets.
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Dick Rutan, co-pilot of historic round-the-world flight, dies at 85
Dick Rutan, along with copilot Jeana Yeager, completed one of the greatest milestones in aviation history: the first round-the-world flight with no stops or refueling.
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Passenger who disrupted flight ordered to pay United Airlines more than $20,000
An unruly passenger who was “physically combative” on a flight last month has been ordered to pay more $20,000 to United Airlines, according to court documents.
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Flight from Reagan National diverted to BWI after possible bird strike
American Eagle flight 4168, operated by Envoy, was intended to travel to Key West but diverted to Baltimore Washington International Airport as a precaution, according to American Airlines.
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How the new protections for airline passengers impact travel
The Biden administration mandated new rules to protect airline passengers. Consumer Reporter Susan Hogan explains what it means.
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REAL ID requirements are coming next year—here's what U.S. fliers need to know
Beginning May 7, 2025, you won’t be able to board a domestic flight with your driver’s license unless it’s REAL ID-compliant.
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Federal officials are investigating a Rockies coach's cockpit visit during a United flight
Federal officials are investigating an unauthorized inflight cockpit visit by a coach for the Colorado Rockies baseball team during a United Airlines charter flight.
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FAA will require more rest time for air traffic controllers amid fatigue concerns
Staffing shortfalls have led to forced overtime and tightly packed air traffic controller schedules
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Two planes nearly collide on runway at DCA
Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport saw some scary moments when two planes came within 1,000 feet of each other on the runway. News4’s Juliana Valencia reports.
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World's busiest airports show surge in international travel. Here are the rankings
Airports from Tokyo to London logged big increases in travelers in 2024.
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4 things to know for smooth spring break travel
The FAA predicts Thursday will be the busiest travel day for those heading to a vacation destination this Spring. News4’s Joseph Olmo reports from Reagan National Airport.
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Boeing CEO to step down at end of 2024
Boeing’s top executive Dave Calhoun is stepping down at the end of this year as the aerospace giant faces intense scrutiny over its 737 Max planes.
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Is it rude to ditch your partner at TSA PreCheck?
Fairy tales would have us believe that true love can overcome any obstacle. That is, unless the obstacle is the airport security line. Then, it’s every traveler for themselves.
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With all the recent headlines about panels and tires falling off planes, is flying safe?
It’s been 15 years since the last fatal crash of a U.S. airliner, but you wouldn’t know that from a torrent of flight problems that made news in the last three months
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Boeing tells airlines to check pilot seats after report that an accidental shift led plane to plunge
Boeing is telling airlines to inspect switches on pilots’ seats in its 787 Dreamliner jets after a published report said an accidental cockpit seat movement likely caused the sudden plunge of a LATAM Airlines plane flying to New Zealand.
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Man allegedly tries to storm cockpit during Alaska Airlines flight from San Diego to Dulles
A student pilot tried getting into the cockpit of a cross-country flight to Washington D.C., telling crew members he was merely “testing them” with this dangerous stunt, authorities said.
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Aviation incidents seem to be proliferating, but experts say there's no reason for alarm
There were just six recorded fatal commercial aviation accidents worldwide in 2023, resulting in 115 deaths — the fewest on record.