You should expect the unexpected while flying, but few disruptions should provoke serious concern, aviation experts say.
Category: Delays (Transportation)
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How Airlines Are Using AI to Make Flying Easier
Airlines are using artificial intelligence to save fuel, keep customers informed and hold connecting flights for delayed passengers. Here’s what to expect.
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Outage Causes Delays at U.K. Airports’ Immigration Checkpoints
Airport officials said that a system outage affecting the Border Force’s immigration gates was causing long waits for passengers arriving in Britain.
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What to Know About the New Rules on Airline Refunds and ‘Junk’ Fees
The Biden administration will require airlines to automatically refund fares when flights are canceled or delayed and to reveal more about extra fees before booking. Here’s what passengers can expect.
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Baltimore Bridge Collapse Shows Fragility of Global Trade
The destruction of a Baltimore bridge has crippled a busy port, adding to the strains confronting the global supply chain.
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New Freighters Could Ease Red Sea Cargo Disruptions
Analysts and shipping executives say the expect costs to fall later this year as companies receive vessels they ordered two to three years ago.
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Snow and Rain Disrupt China’s Lunar New Year Travel Rush
Hundreds of flights and trains have been canceled as China’s most important holiday approaches, and more bad weather is in the forecast.
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Help! I Missed a Cruise and the Cruise Line’s Own Travel Insurance Won’t Pay.
A young woman booked her first big trip, a Mediterranean cruise on Norwegian, but missed the boat when her flight was delayed. Since she bought the cruise line’s own travel protection plan, why is she stuck with the bill?
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Boeing Faces Backlash From Airline Chiefs
The aircraft maker’s customers are going public with their frustrations, hoping their tough comments will force the company to improve quality control and engineering.
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Storm Isha Diverts Dozens of Flights From England and Ireland
Ferocious winds forced pilots to abort landings and divert passengers hundreds of miles from their original destinations.
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How AI Could Change Travel in 2024
As artificial intelligence improves and expands its reach, expect new ways to book online, fewer snags at the airport and, possibly, more expensive tickets.