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November 20, 2009, 12:01 PM
Airport delays can certainly dampen the festive mood. By dorking out with some airport data, you can play the numbers to decrease your chances of delays and cancellations.
Airport delays can certainly dampen the festive mood. By dorking out with some airport data, you can play the numbers to decrease your chances of delays and cancellations.
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November 19, 2009, 12:09 PM
A major FAA computer glitch has been resolved, but it will likely take hours to process the backlog of delayed flights.
A major FAA computer glitch has been resolved, but it will likely take hours to process the backlog of delayed flights.
October 13, 2009, 10:52 PM
Airports worldwide are rushing to install fever scanners to slow the spread of swine flu. But experts are raising doubts about the machines' ability to spot infections.
Airports worldwide are rushing to install fever scanners to slow the spread of swine flu. But experts are raising doubts about the machines' ability to spot infections.
September 18, 2009, 5:36 PM
Three new kiosks with touch screens let travelers punch in an itinerary and purchase the appropriate offset on the spot.
Three new kiosks with touch screens let travelers punch in an itinerary and purchase the appropriate offset on the spot.
September 11, 2009, 11:55 AM
What do you think? Do you support proposed Senate legislation that would allow passengers to disembark after three hours on the tarmac, should a captain decide it is safe and reasonable to do so?
What do you think? Do you support proposed Senate legislation that would allow passengers to disembark after three hours on the tarmac, should a captain decide it is safe and reasonable to do so?
May 5, 2009, 5:13 PM
The $155-million airport will officially open Monday, with AirTran and Sun Country as inaugural airlines.
The $155-million airport will officially open Monday, with AirTran and Sun Country as inaugural airlines.
April 30, 2009, 10:55 AM
Airports worldwide are rushing to install fever scanners to slow the spread of swine flu, but experts are raising doubts about the machines' ability to spot infections.
Airports worldwide are rushing to install fever scanners to slow the spread of swine flu, but experts are raising doubts about the machines' ability to spot infections.
April 22, 2009, 3:33 PM
With Pet Airways, the cats and dogs will relax in a "Pet Lounge" at the terminal and ride in a carrier-lined cabin during the flight.
With Pet Airways, the cats and dogs will relax in a "Pet Lounge" at the terminal and ride in a carrier-lined cabin during the flight.
March 4, 2009, 9:49 AM
There's never been a nicer airport to get stranded in.
There's never been a nicer airport to get stranded in.
January 28, 2009, 3:14 PM
Even experienced travelers may be surprised by what we discovered when researching where the duty-free deals are.
Even experienced travelers may be surprised by what we discovered when researching where the duty-free deals are.
December 8, 2008, 3:16 PM
Personalized in-flight magazines, Europe's Christmas markets, a travel blogger raffle, and airport hate.
Personalized in-flight magazines, Europe's Christmas markets, a travel blogger raffle, and airport hate.
December 8, 2008, 10:23 AM
A fancy lounge is available to anyone for $25 at LAX's terminal for international passengers.
A fancy lounge is available to anyone for $25 at LAX's terminal for international passengers.
November 20, 2008, 1:40 PM
But don't expect delays to disappear or fares to drop right away.
But don't expect delays to disappear or fares to drop right away.
November 18, 2008, 8:38 PM
Last week the Canadian short-haul regional airline began flying roundtrip from Toronto to Chicago.
Last week the Canadian short-haul regional airline began flying roundtrip from Toronto to Chicago.
November 7, 2008, 2:38 PM
Love is in the air whenever flights are grounded.
Love is in the air whenever flights are grounded.
October 29, 2008, 9:36 AM
On Friday, Germany decided that it would not allow its airports to use full-body scanner security checks. Look at photos of the scans to find out why.
On Friday, Germany decided that it would not allow its airports to use full-body scanner security checks. Look at photos of the scans to find out why.
October 1, 2008, 8:31 AM
Starting today, Hudson News stores at airports nationwide will sell the short-term DVD "rentals."
Starting today, Hudson News stores at airports nationwide will sell the short-term DVD "rentals."
September 29, 2008, 12:47 PM
Hong Kong and San Francisco take the top spots.
Hong Kong and San Francisco take the top spots.
September 11, 2008, 3:53 PM
Sale: JFK to Manhattan for $45 one-way.
Sale: JFK to Manhattan for $45 one-way.
August 21, 2008, 11:00 AM
A tale of deception and fliers.
A tale of deception and fliers.
July 28, 2008, 5:54 PM
You'll find a list of Wi-Fi options at 219 airports at TravelPost.com.
You'll find a list of Wi-Fi options at 219 airports at TravelPost.com.
July 15, 2008, 9:56 AM
At several spots nationwide, you watch as knights ride real stallions and attempt to unseat other riders. Learn more about these dinner shows that feature mock jousting tournaments, including how to find a discount.
At several spots nationwide, you watch as knights ride real stallions and attempt to unseat other riders. Learn more about these dinner shows that feature mock jousting tournaments, including how to find a discount.
July 3, 2008, 11:08 AM
You can expect fewer passengers in front of you at domestic airports come fall.
You can expect fewer passengers in front of you at domestic airports come fall.
July 2, 2008, 4:01 PM
The car rental company just introduced a self-service express check-in program at major airport locations that promises faster service—or else a $50 credit.
The car rental company just introduced a self-service express check-in program at major airport locations that promises faster service—or else a $50 credit.
July 2, 2008, 12:14 PM
This fall, it may become possible to pass through security without unpacking your laptop—if you have the right bag.
This fall, it may become possible to pass through security without unpacking your laptop—if you have the right bag.
May 27, 2008, 12:03 PM
Heathrow Express is introducing a system that allows you to buy tickets online and then proceed straight to the train--no more waiting in line to buy tickets.
Heathrow Express is introducing a system that allows you to buy tickets online and then proceed straight to the train--no more waiting in line to buy tickets.
May 19, 2008, 10:31 AM
It's been just over a year since we last reported on Registered Traveler (RT), the program that enables people to zip through separate security lanes. Here's our update!
It's been just over a year since we last reported on Registered Traveler (RT), the program that enables people to zip through separate security lanes. Here's our update!
May 12, 2008, 10:10 AM
At major airports, you'll soon see advertisements beamed onto terminal floors. Step on the screens, and you'll make the ads change shape. (See a video of cute puppy that shows what we mean.)
At major airports, you'll soon see advertisements beamed onto terminal floors. Step on the screens, and you'll make the ads change shape. (See a video of cute puppy that shows what we mean.)
April 29, 2008, 11:03 AM
The TSA is scheduled to expand its Black Diamond security checkpoint program to Milwaukee today, making it the 13th airport so far to offer self-select lanes based on ski icons (green for beginners, blue for intermediate, and black for expert).
The TSA is scheduled to expand its Black Diamond security checkpoint program to Milwaukee today, making it the 13th airport so far to offer self-select lanes based on ski icons (green for beginners, blue for intermediate, and black for expert).
March 25, 2008, 12:03 PM
If you think touching down at Boston's Logan Airport on a windy day is a harrowing experience, be glad you’re not on the list of the most dangerous aircraft landings in the world.
If you think touching down at Boston's Logan Airport on a windy day is a harrowing experience, be glad you’re not on the list of the most dangerous aircraft landings in the world.
March 6, 2008, 2:29 PM
The airport's content filters are set aggressively to prevent anything that might be construed as objectionable content.
The airport's content filters are set aggressively to prevent anything that might be construed as objectionable content.
February 29, 2008, 9:32 AM
In preparation for the Olympics, the city has made lots of changes—and this one could prove controversial.
In preparation for the Olympics, the city has made lots of changes—and this one could prove controversial.
January 17, 2008, 8:54 AM
Visitors to a main terminal at Moscow's Domodedovo airport now see a full-sized Mercedes-Benz E-Class—or at least an uncannily convincing model of the car—nailed to the ceiling.
Visitors to a main terminal at Moscow's Domodedovo airport now see a full-sized Mercedes-Benz E-Class—or at least an uncannily convincing model of the car—nailed to the ceiling.
December 28, 2007, 12:06 PM
Text messaging is the newest way for those on the go to share and receive real-time information about everything from flight delays to tortuous check-in lines.
Text messaging is the newest way for those on the go to share and receive real-time information about everything from flight delays to tortuous check-in lines.
December 19, 2007, 1:57 PM
Under new rules, JFK will only be allowed 82 or 83 flights per hour at peak times, down significantly from the 90 to 100 that had been scheduled this past summer.
Under new rules, JFK will only be allowed 82 or 83 flights per hour at peak times, down significantly from the 90 to 100 that had been scheduled this past summer.
December 19, 2007, 11:29 AM
Get a closer glimpse at a moment in the life of an air-traffic controller—it's not for the weak of heart!
Get a closer glimpse at a moment in the life of an air-traffic controller—it's not for the weak of heart!
December 11, 2007, 9:04 AM
The Transportation Department is limiting flights to JFK, and passengers will feel the pinch.
The Transportation Department is limiting flights to JFK, and passengers will feel the pinch.
December 4, 2007, 12:37 PM
It could be the future of checking-in—if successful, the program could spread nationwide.
It could be the future of checking-in—if successful, the program could spread nationwide.
November 16, 2007, 12:49 PM
It's one of the busiest flight times of the year—can the government ease the congestion?
It's one of the busiest flight times of the year—can the government ease the congestion?
September 24, 2007, 10:29 AM
We now bring you a public service announcement on a pet peeve.
We now bring you a public service announcement on a pet peeve.
September 24, 2007, 10:14 AM
The power of blogging just got Bostonians a new feature at Logan airport.
The power of blogging just got Bostonians a new feature at Logan airport.
July 6, 2007, 9:34 AM
Yesterday, The New York Times had a great story titled "Ugly Airline Math."
Yesterday, The New York Times had a great story titled "Ugly Airline Math."
June 1, 2007, 11:58 AM
New York City's JFK airport finally got a cell-phone parking lot.
New York City's JFK airport finally got a cell-phone parking lot.
April 18, 2007, 12:45 PM
McCarran International Airport opened a new rental-car facility with all its companies in one place—three miles from the airport.
McCarran International Airport opened a new rental-car facility with all its companies in one place—three miles from the airport.
