Travelers make backup plans as flight cancellations begin at PHL
Travelers are making backup plans as the FAA reduces flights in and out of PHL and other airports.
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Travelers are making backup plans as the FAA reduces flights in and out of PHL and other airports.
Some travelers at Philadelphia International Airport Thursday night said they're making backup plans as a 10% reduction in flights looms at PHL and the country's other busiest airports.
Travelers at Philadelphia International Airport could see fewer options as officials order a reduction in flights because of the government shutdown.
Philadelphia International Airport is one of 40 airports the FAA is ordering to reduce flights starting Friday. Airlines and travelers are bracing for cancellations and disruptions.
Philadelphia International is on a list of airports that could see a 10% reduction in flights because of staff shortages caused by the government shutdown, according to a source. However, that is not a final list, and the FAA has not yet issued the formal order.
Federal officials announced that the U.S. will reduce air traffic by 10% across 40 "high-volume" markets starting on Friday, citing staffing shortages related to the ongoing government shutdown.
Two TSA security checkpoints at Philadelphia International Airport will be temporarily closed starting Wednesday amid the government shutdown.
Two security checkpoints are closed at Philadelphia International Airport, which could lead to longer lines for travelers heading into the busy Thanksgiving travel season. Wakisha Bailey reports.
Starting Wednesday, the airport will temporarily close two TSA checkpoints.
Philadelphia International Airport air traffic controllers are working without pay as the government shutdown stretches into its fourth week.
For the first time on Tuesday, air traffic controllers at Philadelphia International Airport saw zero-dollar paychecks as the government shutdown continues.
Tensions are growing at Philadelphia International Airport as air traffic controllers work without pay because of the government shutdown.
Two weeks into the government shutdown, and tensions are reaching new heights at airports across the country, including Philadelphia.
Callouts among TSA workers are surging as the workers deemed essential are asked to continue showing up despite not being paid. Labor leaders are pushing for a deal so workers can start collecting checks again. Jan Carabeo reports from Philadelphia International Airport, where things are running smoothly.
Nearly every airline and booking site now gives you the option to at checkout to add some kind of trip protection, while other sites sell larger insurance plans. In some cases, it might be worth it, but as one viewer learned, getting her refund wasn't as easy as she expected.
Philadelphia International's United Airlines Lounge is temporarily closed for health code violations, after a visit by city inspectors on Monday. Among some of the issues are flies in the bar area and men's room, and no hot water in the hand-washing sink. The lounge must close for at least 48 hours, fix the issues, pay a fee, and be reinspected before it can reopen. United says they are offering $25 vouchers for those who are unable to use their membership during the closure.
Some federal employees at Philadelphia International Airport are working without pay, while others are furloughed.
Some federal employees are working without pay at Philadelphia International Airport because of the government shutdown, and others have been furloughed. Liz Crawford reports from PHL.
City leaders and PHL executives gathered for a State of the Airport. The airport ranks last in customer satisfaction among large airports in North America. Officials promised to improve and modernize the passenger experience. The airport's brand also has a new look.
Philadelphia International Airport will be front and center as travelers fly into the city in 2026.
An American Airlines flight reported multiple bird strikes shortly after takeoff from Philadelphia International Airport Tuesday morning. American Airlines flight 2035 safely returned to the airport around 7:30 a.m. The airbus was headed to San Francisco International Airport. No injuries were reported. The FAA will investigate.
An American Airlines flight departing PHL landed back at the airport after striking multiple birds.
They always say it's odd how you park on a driveway and drive on a parkway. And for the most part, we don't run on runways — unless you were one of the hundreds of runners taking part in the PHL 5K at Philadelphia International Airport on Saturday. Runway 8 through Runway 26 were filled with joggers, Ross DiMattei reports.
An EMAS is made of special crushable material that slows down planes by collapsing under their weight, preventing serious accidents.
Mayor Cherelle Parker, alongside officials from the Federal Aviation Administration and the city's Department of Aviation, celebrated the completion of an Engineered Material Arresting System (EMAS) on runway 826 at Philadelphia International Airport.
A man wearing a wolf mask has been charged in connection with the burglary of a marijuana shop in Gloucester County, New Jersey.
A beloved dinosaur statue in Manayunk was replaced after someone snapped off its head in an apparent act of vandalism.
The government shutdown might be over, but some in Philadelphia are still dealing with the fallout.
Doctors at Main Line Health now have a new kind of robotic surgery that makes recovery quicker and easier for lung cancer patients.
The Manhattan District Attorney's Office said Tuesday it is preparing to retry Pedro Hernandez for the kidnapping and murder of Etan Patz.
Pennsylvania is the 28th state to pass the CROWN Act, which prohibits discrimination based on a person's hair style, type or texture.
Rain will move into the Philadelphia area late Tuesday afternoon, which could affect travel.
A man wearing a wolf mask has been charged in connection with the burglary of a marijuana shop in Gloucester County, New Jersey.
A beloved dinosaur statue in Manayunk was replaced after someone snapped off its head in an apparent act of vandalism.
The government shutdown might be over, but some in Philadelphia are still dealing with the fallout.
A beloved dinosaur statue in Manayunk was replaced after someone snapped off its head in an apparent act of vandalism.
The government shutdown might be over, but some in Philadelphia are still dealing with the fallout.
Doctors at Main Line Health now have a new kind of robotic surgery that makes recovery quicker and easier for lung cancer patients.
Delivery drama is happening on the 3400 block of Miller Street in Port Richmond because of the nearby DashMart.
Students in Pennsylvania prepared dozens of holiday meals for those in need.
A man wearing a wolf mask has been charged in connection with the burglary of a marijuana shop in Gloucester County, New Jersey.
Make your list, check it twice, then head out to some of the local holiday markets open for business around the Philadelphia area.
The Atlantic County Prosecutor's Office said a 17-year-old was charged with murder after his mother was found stabbed multiple times in a Mays Landing
It was a wild sight to see Friday morning in a Gloucester County neigh-borhood after a horse led police on a chase through the area.
A shooting inside a Cherry Hill recording studio Thursday left a 36-year-old man injured, officials said.
Make your list, check it twice, then head out to some of the local holiday markets open for business around the Philadelphia area.
A man was killed and another was injured in separate Wilmington shootings Sunday night, police said.
A severe geomagnetic storm that hit the Earth's magnetic field Tuesday night made the northern lights visible across a large swath of the U.S., including in the Delaware Valley.
Veterans Day is today, and across the Philadelphia region, events are being held to honor those who served.
Police say Isiah Worthy of Dover stole cash and a state government-owned SUV, which he crashed into two parked cars.
Doctors at Main Line Health now have a new kind of robotic surgery that makes recovery quicker and easier for lung cancer patients.
ByHeart said it can't rule out that all of its baby formula across all product lots could be contaminated, citing recent test results.
Karlie Kisha is a special athlete who has competed on an international stage while also being a cancer patient.
A New Jersey family says they've seen significant progress in their son's autism symptoms after using a medication supported by the Trump administration.
After 90% of his body was burned in the Northeast Philadelphia plane crash, 10-year-old Ramesses is close to getting out of the hospital.
Amazon's Northeast Philadelphia facility expects to see about 10,000 more packages per day during the holiday peak.
The U.S. Department of Energy says it's loaning $1 billion to help finance the restart of the nuclear power plant on Pennsylvania's Three Mile Island.
Her Place Supper Club, Friday Saturday Sunday and Provenance each received a prestigious Michelin star, the first for any Philadelphia restaurants.
Andrew Cosenza, owner of The Bistro at Cherry Hill, is accused of failing to pay more than $271,000 in sales tax to the state.
The U.S. Commerce Department has launched an antidumping review targeting Italian pasta, claiming it's sold below market prices.
Nearly a million travelers are expected at Philadelphia International Airport over the Thanksgiving holiday.
The money is a massive safety and infrastructure boost for the transit authority after months of warnings about aging trains and trolleys.
Road closures and parking restrictions will be in place for Philadelphia Marathon Weekend.
A person was stabbed on the platform of SEPTA's 5th Street Station Monday night in the area of Independence Mall in Philadelphia.
SEPTA says trains on the Chestnut Hill West and Fox Chase lines will be canceled in the morning and later in the day Tuesday.
Phillies pitcher Cristopher Sánchez received a $2,678,437 bonus under an initiative to direct more money to top younger players.
Andrei Vasilevskiy made 20 saves for his first shutout of the season, Brandon Hagel had two goals and an assist and the Tampa Bay Lightning beat the Philadelphia Flyers 3-0 on Monday night.
Two NFL teams have moved on from coordinators after disappointing performances on Sunday, but the Eagles are sticking with Kevin Patullo.
Eagles rookie safety Andrew Mukuba is set to undergo surgery to repair a fractured ankle he suffered in Sunday's loss vs. the Cowboys, according to multiple reports.
Ray Priore is stepping down as the University of Pennsylvania's head football coach, the school announced Monday.
Pennsylvania is investing nearly $50 million into the production of season 2 of the HBO Delco crime drama series "Task."
Mechanicsburg native and comedian Shane Gillis will play the largest headline show of his career at the Linc in July 2026.
Donald Glover, who performs under the moniker Childish Gambino, revealed he suffered a stroke last year, which forced him to cancel his tour.
"Task," the Delaware County crime drama series, will return for a second season, HBO announced Thursday.
Philadelphia Mummers Parade organizers are discussing plans for the Jan. 1, 2026, event.
Ukee Washington reports.
Natasha Brown reports.
Natasha Brown reports.
Natasha Brown reports.
Ukee Washington reports.
Middle school students in Philadelphia got the opportunity to do hands-on learning during the school district's five-day career and technical camp.
With her Girl Talk mentoring program, one Philadelphia teen turned her camp days into a safe space to discuss social issues young girls face every day.
Recent high school graduate Sylvain Farrell says his temporary position at a local clinic is the pathway to a full-time career.
A Philadelphia student won an award from NFL Films for his documentary on bringing back sports teams at his Kensington school.
A group of East Norriton eighth graders took what started as an Earth Day project and made a whole initiative.
Philadelphia police officers are delivering food to hundreds of families in need this holiday season.
Gloucester Township Police said scammers are impersonating officers and being told to pay them in Bitcoin. Police say that they will never call you and demand money for any reason.
Largely, most flights have recovered from the government shutdown earlier this month ahead of the Thanksgiving travel rush at Philadelphia International Airport. Madeleine Wright reports.
The FBI has opened an inquiry into six Democratic members of Congress whom President Trump accused of "seditious behavior," according to several lawmakers.
Bill Kelly says the heaviest rain moves in Tuesday night, as a NEXT Weather Alert is in effect for the Philadelphia region.