Rough weather complicates holiday travel
Rain and snow are in the forecast for Thanksgiving Day, from the Midwest to the Northeast. John Elliott has the latest forecast.
Airlines
A look at flights on a busy travel day
Tuesday marks the busiest air travel day of the holiday season in terms of number of flights scheduled. Kris Van Cleave gets an inside look at where just one single plane flies on such a hectic day.
How airlines are handling Thanksgiving travel
TSA plans to screen over 2.8 million flyers on Tuesday ahead of Thanksgiving. Meanwhile, inclement weather is threatening to delay flights. CBS News senior transportation correspondent Kris Van Cleave has the latest.
How airlines manage the holiday travel surge
Airlines expect to fly over 31 million passengers this holiday season. Kris Van Cleave gives a rare look at the coordination it takes to make it happen.
Winter storm threatens holiday travel
A storm is bringing winter weather conditions to parts of the country, including Salt Lake City and Denver, potentially impacting flights during a busy Thanksgiving travel week. Since Friday, airlines have dealt with winter weather and air traffic control staffing issues that have caused thousands of delays, but few cancellations. The FAA says Tuesday will see the highest number of scheduled flights.
A day in the life of a plane
CBS News senior transportation correspondent Kris Van Cleave traveled across the country with Southwest Airlines to show what one day in the life of a plane looks like.
Thanksgiving travel surge expected
This Thanksgiving travel week is expected to set records, from the roads to the rails to the skies. According to AAA, nearly 80 million Americans are expected to travel at least 50 miles from home between Tuesday and the Monday after the holiday. CBS News senior transportation correspondent Kris Van Cleave has more from New Jersey's Newark Liberty International Airport.
Airline cracking down on early boarders
American Airlines is rolling out a new system designed to prevent people from boarding before their group is called. Kris Van Cleave takes a look at how it works.
Thanksgiving travel ramping up
Some people are already getting a headstart on their Thanksgiving travel this weekend, as airports are expected to be packed as the week progresses. More than 70 million people are also expected to drive to their holiday destinations. Shanelle Kaul reports.
Record-breaking Thanksgiving travel expected
Thanksgiving weekend is expected to break travel records, and some of the airport crowds have already started to form. CBS News national correspondent Dave Malkoff has the latest from the airport in Atlanta.
Frontier Airlines is adding 16 new routes. Here's where they are.
Frontier is expanding service across 21 airports in the U.S. and Caribbean. Here are the new routes the carrier will service.
132 hamsters reportedly broke loose on a plane, forcing it out of service
Portugal's TAP airlines reportedly had to take a plane out of service for days to scour the aircraft for hamsters that got out of their cages.
What does Spirit Airlines' bankruptcy mean for you?
Spirit's bankruptcy filing will likely mean higher airfares across airlines as it trims schedule, according to experts.
Safety concerns after plane struck by bullet in Dallas
Passengers and crew on a Southwest Airlines flight were moments from takeoff when a bullet struck the right side of the jetliner in Dallas, Texas, on Friday night. Jason Allen reports on this and other recent aircraft safety concerns.
What to know about new airline refund rule
With the holidays approaching, travelers now have the right to automatic refunds if flights are canceled or face major delays. New rules also cover flight changes and baggage delays. Kris Van Cleave reports from Phoenix Sky Harbor Airport.
Travel chaos due to COVID staffing shortages
Holiday travel chaos continued for a sixth straight day as airlines canceled flights mainly because of COVID-related staff shortages. Errol Barnett has the latest.
What a new labor contract could mean for Boeing
About 33,000 striking Boeing workers were voting Wednesday on whether to ratify a new contract with the embattled aircraft manufacturing giant. The four-year deal comes with a 35% pay hike, as well as improved health and retirement benefits, but no pension. The vote was happening on the same day that the company reported a $6.1 billion third-quarter loss. The company also announced earlier this month that it is cutting about 10% of its workforce. Kris Van Cleave reports.
Airline apologizes after sexually explicit movie airs on every screen
The Qantas crew's selection of the racy drama "Daddio" was a surprise to many, and to the airline, which apologized.
Southwest Airlines redesigns plane cabins
Bigger bins and more leg room are just some of the changes Southwest Airlines is betting will be big with customers.
Exclusive
Alaska Airlines pilot describes moment of door blowout in first interview
A pilot on Alaska Airlines Flight 1282 is opening up for the first time about the terrifying moments when a door panel blew out of the Boeing 737 Max 9 aircraft in mid-flight in January.
Alaska Airlines pilot speaks out on door blowout
First Officer Emily Wiprud, who was piloting an Alaska Airlines flight in January when a door plug blew out in mid-air just after takeoff from Portland, Oregon, described the ordeal in an exclusive interview with CBS News' Kris Van Cleave this week. "I didn't know that there was a hole in the airplane until we landed," Wiprud said.
Feds investigate frequent flyer programs
The Department of Transportation is investigating frequent flyer and credit card rewards programs at American Airlines, Delta Airlines, United Airlines and Southwest Airlines. The probe is looking into how consumers could be impacted by extra fees, hidden pricing or earned rewards losing their value.
Labor Day travel rush underway
The Transportation Safety Administration says that more than 17 million people are expected to be screened at the nation's airports between Thursday and Sept. 4. Roxana Saberi has the latest on what travelers can expect.
Qantas accidentally sells first-class tickets for 85% off
Australian airline will rebook customers on the same flights after system glitch, though not in first class.
Passenger opens jet's door and walks on wing after landing
Jetstar Flight JQ507 had arrived at Melbourne Airport and had parked when the man left the plane by the right-side exit, officials said.
Trump criticizes European allies in U.N. speech: "Your countries are going to hell"
President Trump addressed the United Nations General Assembly on Tuesday, the 80th anniversary of the world body.
Ryan Routh guilty in Trump assassination attempt, tries to stab himself after verdict
Ryan Routh was found guilty of all five charges, which included attempted assassination of a major presidential candidate and assaulting a federal officer.
Nexstar to continue preempting "Jimmy Kimmel Live!" after ABC return
Nexstar on Tuesday said it will monitor the late-night show as it returns to ABC tonight.
Secret Service disrupts telecom network that threatened NYC during U.N. gathering
Early analysis shows the network was used for communication between foreign governments and individuals known to U.S. law enforcement.
Bill Gates warns child deaths could rise for first time in decades
Bill Gates warns 2025 could be the first year in decades with rising child deaths, urging the U.S. to maintain global health funding as innovations.
Sean "Diddy" Combs has served enough time in prison, defense tells judge
Combs faces an Oct. 3 sentencing after his conviction by a Manhattan jury on two charges that outlaw interstate commerce related to prostitution.
"Nightmare bacteria" cases are rising in the U.S., researchers say
Government scientists say infection rates from drug-resistant "nightmare bacteria" have been increasing dramatically.
MLB approves robot umpires as part of challenge system in 2026
Human plate umpires will still call balls and strikes, but teams can challenge two calls per game and get additional appeals in extra innings.
Disney raising streaming prices for Disney+, Hulu and ESPN
Disney joins streaming rivals in hiking the monthly cost of both ad-free and ad-supported subscriptions.