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travel-and-transportation6 days ago•2 min saved

Breeze Airways to Become Largest Carrier at Myrtle Beach Airport with 11 New Routes

Breeze Airways announced 11 new nonstop routes to Myrtle Beach International Airport (MYR), set to launch in 2027. This expansion will make Breeze the largest carrier at MYR by seats and destinations, reaching 25 total routes. The move fills a gap left by Spirit Airlines, which ceased operations in May 2026. Fares start at $49 one-way, with the first new route to Latrobe, Pennsylvania, beginning in February 2027.

via Myrtle Beach Sun News|

#breeze-airways #myrtle-beach-international-airport #nonstop-flights

travel-and-transportation12 days ago

Icelandair to Resume Nonstop St. Louis-Iceland Service in 2027

Icelandair will launch four weekly nonstop flights between St. Louis and Reykjavik from May 14 to October 24, 2027. The route, operated by Boeing 737 Max 8 aircraft, marks the return of direct service to Iceland after WOW Air ceased operations in 2019. The expansion coincides with a deepened partnership with Southwest Airlines, enhancing connections across North America and Europe.

via STLPR|

#icelandair #international-flights #reykjavik

travel-and-transportation16 days ago•11 min saved

Southwest Unveils Largest Summer 2027 Schedule, Adding 11 Routes Across Austin, Nashville, and San Diego

Southwest Airlines has announced its largest summer schedule ever, introducing 11 new or returning routes across 15 cities starting June 3, 2027. The expansion heavily favors Austin and Nashville, with Austin receiving seven new or returning routes and Nashville adding three new destinations. Notable additions include seasonal service from Sarasota to Austin, new Caribbean routes from Austin and Nashville, and expanded domestic service from San Diego. The move coincides with the construction of Southwest's first airport lounges in Austin and Nashville, set to open in late 2027.

via Sarasota Herald-Tribune|

#austin-bergstrom-international-airport #nashville-international-airport #sarasota-bradenton-international-airport

travel-and-transportation1 month ago•39 min saved

Delta Unveils Largest-Ever LAX Schedule with New Routes to Philadelphia and Monterey

Delta Air Lines is significantly expanding its presence at Los Angeles International Airport (LAX) with its largest schedule ever, adding new nonstop routes to Philadelphia and Monterey while increasing frequencies to seven other cities. The carrier aims to solidify its position as the top airline at LAX by 2027, offering over 200 daily departures at peak summer. This expansion includes premium service enhancements and new international connections, intensifying competition with United and American Airlines at the hub.

via The Points Guy|

#2027-schedule #airline-competition #delta-air-lines

travel-and-transportation1 month ago

U.S. Airport Satisfaction Hits Three-Year High as Capital Projects Pay Off

J.D. Power's 2026 North America Airport Satisfaction Study reports a significant rise in traveler satisfaction across U.S. and Canadian airports, marking the third consecutive year of improvement. The gains are attributed to the completion of major capital projects, including new terminals and gates, which have enhanced amenities and passenger flow. Minneapolis-Saint Paul International Airport topped the rankings for mega airports, while Tampa International and Charleston International led the large and medium categories, respectively. Phoenix Sky Harbor maintained its third-place ranking among mega airports, citing reliability and new nonstop routes, though it still lags in food and beverage options. The study, based on nearly 25,000 surveys, highlights that infrastructure investments are finally translating into better passenger experiences despite record passenger volumes.

via cnbc.com|

#airport-satisfaction #jd-power #minneapolis-saint-paul

travel-and-transportation1 month ago•19 min saved

Delta Flight 1208 Diverts to Minneapolis After Pilot Medical Emergency

Delta Flight 1208, a Boeing 757-300 traveling from Minneapolis-St. Paul to Orlando, returned to its origin airport just four minutes after takeoff on August 31, 2026, due to a reported pilot incapacitation. The aircraft, carrying 178 passengers and seven crew members, declared an emergency and landed safely. Delta subsequently arranged a new crew, allowing the flight to continue to Orlando later that evening. This incident follows a similar Delta diversion in August where a captain fell ill en route from Los Angeles to Boston.

via nypost.com|

#aviation-safety #delta-air-lines #flight-1208

travel-and-transportation1 month ago

American Airlines Unveils Seven New 2027 International Routes, Including First-Ever U.S. Service to Vienna

American Airlines has announced a significant expansion of its international network for 2027, introducing seven new routes and three new destinations. The airline will launch service to Vienna, Austria, Porto, Portugal, and Reykjavik, Iceland, for the first time or after a hiatus, while adding new connections to Barcelona, Spain, Tokyo, Japan, Amsterdam, and Nice, France. These new flights will primarily operate from hubs in Philadelphia, Chicago, New York, and Charlotte, utilizing aircraft such as the Airbus A321XLR and Boeing 787-9. Tickets for these new routes go on sale August 31, 2026, with the first flights departing in March 2027.

via KCTV|

#airbus-a321xlr #american-airlines #charlotte-douglas-international-airport

travel-and-transportation2 months ago•2 min saved

Allegiant Air Launches Nine New Florida Routes to Capture Spring Break Demand

Allegiant Air announced nine new routes on August 17, 2026, primarily targeting late-winter and spring break travelers. The expansion includes seven 'hyper-seasonal' flights from New England to Florida, operating for only two months, alongside year-round service from Cincinnati to Orlando and seasonal routes from North Dakota. The airline aims to leverage its flexible business model to meet peak leisure demand.

via The Points Guy|

#allegiant-air #florida #low-cost-carrier

travel-and-transportation2 months ago•45 min saved

Seatbelt Standstill Forces Porter Flight Back to Gate and Cancellation

A Porter Airlines flight PD444 from Victoria International Airport to Toronto Pearson turned back to the gate after a child stood in their seat and would not buckle the seatbelt; the accompanying parent and crew were unable to secure the child, so passengers disembarked and luggage was removed, with the flight later canceled due to runway closure and the family rebooked for the next day.

via yahoo.com|

#disembarkation #flight-cancellation #porter-airlines

travel-and-transportation1 year ago•2 min saved

Unruly Stowaway Disrupts Delta Flight, Stays in France

A woman named Svetlana Dali boarded a Delta Air Lines flight from New York to Paris without a ticket or passport check, evading security measures at JFK Airport. After being discovered on the flight, she was detained in Paris but became unruly on a return flight to the US, leading to her removal by French authorities. The TSA, FBI, and Delta are investigating the security breach.

via The Guardian US|

#delta-air-lines #fbi-investigation #security-breach

travel-and-transportation2 years ago•2 min saved

Spirit Airlines Flight to Florida Prepares for Possible Water Landing

Passengers on a Spirit Airlines flight from Montego Bay to Fort Lauderdale were told to prepare for an emergency water landing due to a suspected mechanical issue. The plane returned safely to Montego Bay, and no injuries were reported.

via WFLA|

#emergency-landing #fort-lauderdale #mechanical-issue

travel-and-transportation2 years ago•3 min saved

"Spirit Airlines Flight Prepares for Water Landing Amid Mechanical Issue"

A Spirit Airlines flight from Jamaica to Florida had to turn back to Montego Bay due to a suspected mechanical issue, causing passengers to prepare for a possible water landing. The plane landed safely, and passengers were transferred to another aircraft. The incident occurred amid a record-breaking holiday travel weekend and follows a series of recent aviation mishaps.

via CNN|

#aviation-safety #emergency-landing #mechanical-issue

travel-and-transportation2 years ago•1 min saved

Frontier CEO Demands Action on Wheelchair Service Abuse

Frontier Airlines CEO Barry Biffle criticized the widespread abuse of wheelchair services by passengers who don't need them, urging penalties similar to those for handicapped parking violations. He highlighted that on some flights, many passengers request wheelchairs for priority boarding but don't use them upon arrival, costing the airline and delaying service for those truly in need. This misuse was exacerbated by a TikTok travel hack promoting the practice.

via Newser|

#airlines #disability-services #frontier-airlines

travel-and-transportation2 years ago•1 min saved

Airline CEOs Call for Crackdown on Wheelchair Service Abuse

Frontier Airlines CEO Barry Biffle calls for stricter measures to prevent the abuse of airport wheelchair services, citing significant misuse that leads to increased costs and delays for those genuinely in need. He suggests penalties similar to those for parking in handicapped spaces to deter fraudulent use.

via NBC News|

#air-carrier-access-act #airline-policies #disability-assistance

travel-and-transportation2 years ago•1 min saved

"Customs K9 Foils Attempt to Smuggle Mummified Monkeys into Boston Airport"

Four mummified monkeys were seized from a passenger's luggage at Boston Logan Airport after a U.S. Customs and Border Protection K9 detected them upon the passenger's return from the Democratic Republic of Congo. The passenger claimed the bag only contained dried fish, but upon inspection, the monkeys were found. The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention requested the luggage be seized due to the potential disease risk associated with bushmeat, and the nearly 9 pounds of bushmeat was marked for destruction. No charges were filed against the passenger, who stated he brought the monkeys for his own consumption.

via USA TODAY|

#boston-logan-airport #bushmeat #disease-risk