Buttigieg: Changes needed to manage airspace "more efficiently"
Airlines have blamed the delays on the FAA, while Transportation Secretary Pete Buttigieg said severe weather was the culprit.
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Are airlines ready for holiday travel surge?
Airlines across the U.S. have dealt with major delays throughout the week, but that's not stopping people from traveling for the Fourth of July. AAA is expecting over 4 million Americans to fly this weekend. CBS News senior transportation correspondent Kris Van Cleave reports on how airlines are preparing for the surge.
Record travel expected for July 4th weekend
Airlines are working to keep up with the Fourth of July travel rush after storms caused thousands of flights to be canceled or delayed this week. AAA projects more than 50 million people will travel this weekend, which would break the record set in 2019. CBS News senior transportation correspondent Kris Van Cleave has more.
Fourth of July travel tips
Millions are hitting the roads and skies for the Fourth of July weekend, but delays and cancellations this week are already causing stress. Lale Arikoglu, articles director for Condé Nast Traveler, joined CBS News to share tips on how to avoid travel woes over the holiday weekend.
Thousands of flights delayed or canceled
The TSA says Thursday is the busiest day of air travel since the pandemic began in early 2020. As of Thursday evening, more than 5,000 flights were delayed nationwide. CBS News senior transportation correspondent Kris Van Cleave reports on the potential obstacles people could see this holiday weekend.
Snagging last-minute summer flight deals
As the calendar turns to July you may feel like you've run out of time to book a summer vacation. Katy Nastro, spokesperson for Going.com, says you can still find good deals and has advice on how to find them.
50 million expected to travel over July 4 weekend
A record number of Americans will travel by train, plane or car this upcoming Fourth of July holiday weekend, AAA forecasts. This comes as airlines are still recovering after storms forced thousands of flight cancellations and delays. Kris Van Cleave reports.
Flight chaos ahead of the Fourth of July
The FAA and airlines are hoping they've turned a corner on the flight cancellations and delays that have plagued travelers heading into the July 4th holiday weekend. CBS News senior transportation correspondent Kris Van Cleave has more.
Fourth of July flight delays, cancellations add to summer travel woes
The Federal Aviation Administration predicts Thursday to be the busiest day for scheduled flights.
Woman loses leg after getting it trapped in airport's moving walkway
The passenger was headed to catch a flight from Bangkok when she was caught by the walkway. Medics eventually had to cut her left leg off above the knee.
Several hurt in California train derailment, crash
More than a dozen people were hurt when an Amtrak train crashed into a truck and derailed in Southern California Wednesday.
Flyers nationwide frustrated by delays, cancellations
Air travel was slowly beginning to recover Wednesday after storms forced thousands of U.S. flights to be either delayed or canceled this week, leaving many passengers stranded at airports nationwide. Errol Barnett has more.
Delta plane makes smooth emergency landing in Charlotte
Photos show the plane on the tarmac and the nose touching the ground. The emergency slides at the front of the plane inflated.
Plane lands without front landing gear
A Delta Air Lines flight from Atlanta carrying 96 passengers landed safely without its front landing gear in Charlotte, North Carolina. Nobody was injured. CBS News' Lana Zak and Meg Oliver have more.
Bad weather causing travel chaos across U.S.
Big storms in the East and Midwest have forced the cancellations of about 6,300 flights since Saturday, just ahead of the busy July 4 holiday. CBS News' Kris Van Cleave reports from Phoenix.
"Hacker fares" for cheaper plane tickets
Summer means more expensive flights, and many Americans are looking for ways to save money when taking a vacation. However, some of those strategies, known as "hacker fares," break or bend the rules. Cathy Mansfield, a law professor at Case Western Reserve University specializing in consumer protection, joins CBS News with more.
Airlines struggle to manage weather cancellations
A prolonged string of severe weather has led to a staggering number of flight delays and cancellations. Many passengers, especially in the Northeast, have been left stranded as airlines struggle to rebook flights. Errol Barnett reports.
Best luggage deals at the Monos Fourth of July sale: Save up to 20% on top-rated luggage
Shop the best deals at the Monos Fourth of July sale -- plus discover a code to help you save even more.
The world's first phone-free tourist island
Ulko-Tammio Island in Finland is declaring itself to be the world's first "phone-free" zone for tourists. Finnish tourism officials are asking visitors to switch off their devices while in the area -- but this is voluntary, and phone service is still available on the island if needed. Jacqui Gifford, editor-in-chief of Travel + Leisure magazine, has more.
Airline researching ways to prevent jet lag
New research from Australian airline Qantas and the University of Sydney's Charles Perkins Centre show that specific changes, like adjusting cabin lighting and meal times, could help reduce jet lag and improve the in-flight experience. Melanie Fish, head of global public relations and travel expert for Expedia Group Brands, has more.
How to take an eco-friendly summer vacation
This summer some people are looking for ways to take a vacation while also cutting down on their greenhouse gas emissions. The eco-tourism market is expected to exceed $331 billion by 2027, according to research data. Discover Magazine features editor Tree Meinch joins CBS News with tips to deal with the carbon footprint of travel.
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Girl, 11, dies after losing consciousness on flight to New York
The crew of Turkish Airlines Flight TK003 diverted for an emergency landing in Budapest not long into the New York-bound journey.
What is Clear at airport security?
One company is working to make navigating through airports just a little bit easier. Secure identity platform Clear has expanded to include a new program allowing travelers to reserve a timeslot at TSA checkpoints to skip long lines for free. Andrea Sachs, travel reporter for the Washington Post, has more.
Trump's attacks on Comey could undermine case, legal experts say
A federal grand jury indicted former FBI Director James Comey on two criminal counts. Comey has said he is innocent.
Sinclair, Nexstar bringing back "Jimmy Kimmel Live!" on their stations
Two major TV station owners, Sinclair and Nexstar, said they will return "Jimmy Kimmel Live!" to the air Friday after preempting the show last week.
Bondi vows to send Justice Department agents to guard ICE facilities
Attorney General Pam Bondi said she has ordered DOJ agents to guard ICE facilities — and directed counterterrorism task forces to look into attacks against federal agents.
Judge who reviewed Comey indictment confused by prosecutor's handling of case
A magistrate judge expressed confusion and surprise at some points during a Thursday night court session when a federal grand jury returned James Comey's indictment.
Supreme Court lets Trump withhold $4 billion in foreign aid approved by Congress
The Supreme Court allowed the Trump administration to withhold more than $4 billion in foreign aid funding through a maneuver known as a "pocket rescission."
NYC mass shooting gunman had CTE, medical examiner finds
The gunman in the deadly Midtown Manhattan shooting, Shane Tamura, wrote about the brain disease CTE in a note obtained by investigators.
Humberto grows to major hurricane in the Atlantic. Maps show its forecast path.
Humberto rapidly strengthened into a major hurricane as it churned over the Atlantic Ocean, the National Hurricane Center said.
Assata Shakur dies in Cuba after decades on the run
Assata Shakur, also known as Joanne Chesimard, was convicted of murdering a state trooper in 1973 and escaped prison in 1979.
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Democrats press for info on border czar Tom Homan, federal contracts
Senate Democrats are escalating their demands for information about White House border czar Tom Homan and any involvement he has had in federal contracts.