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American Airlines will launch daily nonstop flights from Charlotte Douglas (CLT) to Barcelona (BCN) starting May 27 next year, with tickets on sale August 31; the new route expands CLT’s European network to nine destinations and comes alongside a planned seasonal service to Paris, reinforcing CLT’s role as a major international hub.
An American Airlines flight from Myrtle Beach to Charlotte turned around and landed back at Myrtle Beach International Airport 36 minutes after takeoff following a reported bird strike; the 172 passengers were safe, there was no engine fire, and the aircraft will be inspected. FAA data note wildlife strikes were nearly 20,000 nationwide in 2023.
An American Airlines pilot on Flight 1197 narrowly avoided colliding with a ground vehicle at Charlotte Douglas International Airport after a pickup truck entered the taxi path; the truck was not affiliated with American, and the incident is under FAA and airport investigation, with the crew's professionalism being praised by the airline.
A major ice storm hit the Carolinas, leading to 1,113 flights into and out of Charlotte Douglas International Airport being canceled and 108 delayed as of Sunday afternoon, with American Airlines hubs most affected. Travelers are urged to monitor updates and stay home if possible as disruptions may persist.
Capital One is opening a 14,000-square-foot lounge at Charlotte Douglas International Airport, making it one of the few markets with a Capital One Lounge, which will feature regionally inspired food, airfield views, a coffee bar, and workspaces, aiming to improve passenger experience amid increasing lounge wait times.
One person was injured at Charlotte Douglas International Airport after a Frontier Airlines plane was evacuated due to a "strong odor" as it was set to depart for Orlando. The incident occurred on Flight 1759, and the airline stated that the captain issued an evacuation notice as a precaution. Passengers exited the aircraft via both the jet bridge and evacuation slides, and one person was transported to a local medical facility with minor injuries after suffering a fall. The cause of the incident is under investigation by Frontier Airlines and the Federal Aviation Administration.
Over 60 flights were canceled and more than 35 flights were delayed at Charlotte-Douglas International Airport after severe thunderstorms hit the area. Passengers were left stranded and forced to spend the night at the airport, with some opting to camp out. Lines at the rideshare pickup also caused further delays for travelers. American Airlines reported two ground stops due to the storms, preventing planes from taking off or landing.
A preliminary report from the National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB) reveals that a fractured lock link caused the nose gear of a Delta plane to fail to extend, resulting in an emergency landing at Charlotte Douglas International Airport. Despite the incident, all 104 passengers and crew on board were unharmed. The flight crew attempted to manually extend the gear but was unsuccessful, leading to the decision to proceed with the landing. The broken part has been sent to an NTSB lab for further investigation.
Cell phone footage captures a Delta Airlines flight successfully making an emergency landing at Charlotte Douglas International Airport in North Carolina without its front landing gear. The video shows the aircraft touching down safely, highlighting the skill and professionalism of the pilots in handling the situation.
A Delta flight made a rough but safe landing at Charlotte Douglas International Airport without part of its landing gear extended. The runway was closed following a mechanical issue, but no injuries were reported and all passengers were safely taken to the terminal. Delta stated that the safety of their customers is their top priority and they are now focused on removing the plane and assisting passengers with their final destinations.
A Delta Airlines flight from Atlanta to Charlotte made an emergency landing at Charlotte Douglas International Airport after its nose landing gear failed to deploy. The pilots successfully landed the plane, and all passengers and crew evacuated safely using the slides. Delta Airlines stated that the safety of their customers is their top priority and apologized for the inconvenience.
Former Rep. Madison Cawthorn pleaded guilty to a misdemeanor charge for bringing a loaded gun through airport security at Charlotte Douglas International Airport last year. He was fined $250 and the gun will be returned to him. Cawthorn previously brought an unloaded gun through security at another airport in February 2021 but was not charged.
Former Republican Congressman Madison Cawthorn pleaded guilty to bringing a loaded handgun through a TSA checkpoint at the Charlotte Douglas International Airport and was fined $250 without probation. This was the second time in just over a year that airport authorities had stopped Cawthorn with a gun. Cawthorn was first elected to Congress in 2020 as a strong ally of President Donald Trump but lost in the Republican primary to Chuck Edwards in his bid for a second term.
Former North Carolina congressman Madison Cawthorn pleaded guilty to a third-degree misdemeanor charge for bringing a loaded gun into Charlotte Douglas International Airport. He was sentenced to a $250 fine and the gun was not confiscated. Cawthorn said he forgot the gun was in his backpack and learned lessons from the arrest.
An American Airlines flight bound for Dallas-Fort Worth experienced a mechanical issue and caught fire on the runway at Charlotte-Douglas International Airport. Passengers panicked as flames and smoke came out of the wing of the plane, but no injuries were reported. The pilot was able to taxi the plane back to the gate using the plane’s power. The airline says the plane is out of service for maintenance.