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• Air Travel Is Improving, Right?
  January 11, 2013 1:59 pm
  A new report from the DOT shows improvement in on-time arrivals and baggage handling. Does that mean that air travel is finally getting better? read more
• Tropical Storm Isaac Grounds Hundreds of Flights
  August 27, 2012 9:31 am
  Airlines grounded hundreds of flights departing from Florida because of Tropical Storm Isaac yesterday, and more cancellations and delays are expected today. read more
• Long Layover? Take Advantage of Airport Sleeping Facilities
  December 30, 2011 9:16 am
  A few big airports around the world are adding short-term and overnight private minirooms with stretch-out beds on the airside of security. read more
• 7 Reasons to Be Thankful Flyers in 2011
  November 22, 2011 3:04 pm
  Not everything about travel this year belongs in the "thankfully forgotten" category. In the spirit of Thanksgiving, here are seven bright spots worth celebrating. read more
• Thanksgiving Flights Jeopardized by Delays
  November 22, 2011 1:19 pm
  Storms are delaying flights in busy airports, with more rain on the horizon. read more
• Zero Tarmac Delays, Cancellations Aplenty in February
  April 6, 2011 10:36 am
  Despite a seemingly endless series of major winter storms, the Department of Transportation says there were no three-hour tarmac delays in February. read more
• Southwest Safety Crisis Part of a Larger Pattern of Improper Maintenance?
  April 3, 2011 9:10 pm
  The five-foot hole that appeared midflight on Friday is not the first of its kind at Southwest. What does it all mean, and will it make you less likely to fly with the carrier? read more
• Alaska Airlines Back to Normal After Rough Weekend
  March 28, 2011 10:57 am
  If you were flying Alaska Airlines this weekend, you likely ran into some headaches. The airline canceled some 150 flights Saturday due to a systemwide outage in its central computer system. read more
• Fire at Miami Airport Causes Delays
  March 25, 2011 10:35 am
  A fire at Miami International Airport on Wednesday night could cause delays in the coming days as crews clean up and repair the damage. read more
• Airlines Canceled 19,000 Flights in January
  March 9, 2011 11:46 am
  A seemingly endless barrage of winter storms led to the cancellation of 19,000 flights in January, according to the latest data from the Department of Transportation (DOT). read more
• Seven Simple Ways to Fix Air Travel for Everyone
  February 25, 2011 10:02 am
  Rampant fees. Airport gridlock. Snarled security lines. Let's face it: The airline industry is broken. Here's how we'd fix it. read more
• Did Tarmac Delay Rule Pass First Winter Test?
  February 11, 2011 11:05 am
  December brought the first real test for the DOT's tarmac delay rules: a massive storm that stranded thousands of passengers. And guess what? There were only three tarmac delays. read more
• Seek Alternate Routes When Storms Hit
  February 4, 2011 12:00 am
  In the wake of a major storm, Travel expert Ed Perkins experiences delays and cancellations. He shares how he was able to eventually get home, albeit rerouted and delayed. read more
• 9,000+ Flights Already Canceled Due to Storm
  February 1, 2011 8:37 am
  Our winter of discontent continues, as airlines cancel thousands of flights due to the newest storm, with likely many more cancellations to come. Has the weather affected your travels? read more
• Airlines Waive Change Fees As Latest Storm Rages
  January 31, 2011 2:05 pm
  Yet another winter storm is taking aim at the U.S., this time threatening to bring crippling winter weather from the Midwest to the Northeast. read more
• Latest Storm Blamed for 4,000+ Cancellations
  January 27, 2011 4:34 pm
  The latest storm to slam the Northeast is being blamed for over 4,000 flight cancellations, and delays stretched well into Thursday. read more
• Should Travelers Be Compensated in Bad Weather?
  January 12, 2011 10:42 am
  In Europe, travelers stranded by bad weather could get compensation for their troubles. Here, people get a refund and a "good luck." read more
• DOT: Two Straight Months of Zero Tarmac Delays
  January 11, 2011 12:33 pm
  November 2010 was the second straight month with zero three-hour tarmac delays. Is it time to call the policy a success? read more
• Winter Weather Socks South, Aims at Northeast
  January 10, 2011 9:38 am
  Wintry weather is churning through the Midwest and South, wreaking havoc on areas not accustomed to dealing with large snowstorms. read more
• More Snow, More Change Fee Waivers
  January 6, 2011 3:30 pm
  More snow is heading toward the Northeast tomorrow, and though the storm looks to be far less severe than last week's blizzard, airlines are not taking any chances. read more
• Airlines Hike Fares While Passengers Remain Stranded
  December 29, 2010 1:44 pm
  Airlines have hiked fares for the second time this month, with this hike coming on the heels of massive cancellations due to the weekend nor'easter. read more
• Christmas Nor'Easter Could Cost Airlines $150 Million
  December 29, 2010 9:35 am
  As airlines continue to rebook stranded passengers, which could take the rest of the week, estimates are rolling in that this weekend's storm will cost the industry $150 million. read more
• Fiery Protests Close Airport in Port-au-Prince
  December 8, 2010 11:38 am
  Protests stemming from a disputed election in Haiti have forced the closing of the airport in Port-au-Prince. At the moment, there's no sense of when the airport will reopen. read more
• Zero Tarmac Delays in October, but Cancellations Rise
  December 7, 2010 4:26 pm
  The Department of Transportation finally has the ultimate feather in its cap: A zero-tarmac-delay month. The bad news? Cancellations took a sizeable leap in the wrong direction. read more
• Does Travel Insurance Cover a Missed Connection?
  December 5, 2010 12:00 am
  Ed Perkins look at your options when your trip requires two separate tickets on two different airlines. read more
• DOT: No Fines Issued for Tarmac Delays (Yet)
  November 29, 2010 8:06 am
  So far, the DOT's controversial rule limiting three-hour delays is all bark and no bite, with not a single fine handed out, despite several infractions. read more
• Flying Today? Tell Us About It!
  November 24, 2010 8:06 am
  Happy National Opt-Out Day! If you're flying today, we want to hear your stories and tips for dealing with the airports. So drop us a line and tell us about your experience. read more
• Holiday Flight Delays: Know Your Rights
  November 18, 2010 11:21 am
  Flight delays are bad anytime of year, but nothing is worse than a long wait during the holidays. That's why it's important for travelers to review their rights when it comes to flight delays. read more
• Tarmac Delays Down, Cancellations Up
  November 11, 2010 10:34 am
  The latest Air Travel Consumer Report shows that tarmac delays held steady in September, year-over-year, while cancellations increased considerably. read more
• Flight Delays Cost Passengers $16.7 Billion ... Yes, Billion
  October 19, 2010 2:47 pm
  Add up all the costs associated with flight delays, and the bill is a big one. Even worse, passengers are largely picking up the tab. read more

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