The federal mask mandate on planes and at airports remains in place through at least March 18 despite the CDC’s mask guidance announced Friday.
Author: Dawn Gilbertson, USA TODAY
Winter storms threaten weekend travel plans: Airlines cancel 1,300+ Friday flights
The travel trouble was centered on flights to and from Dallas Thursday, spreading to the East Coast Friday.
Scratch that idea: Hawaii abandons plan to add booster requirement for vaccinated tourists
Tourists will not have to show proof of a booster shot to be considered fully vaccinated under Hawaii’s strict entry program.
Frontier and Spirit airlines are merging: What it all means for travelers’ fares and fees
The airlines say the merger will benefit travelers by creating a nationwide budget carrier. Here’s what we know about the Frontier-Spirit merger.
Bad timing: Frontier Airlines cancels 1 in 5 flights on day merger with Spirit announced
The Denver-based budget airline said a technology issue was to blame for more than 200 flight cancellations and delays but did not offer specifics.
A match made in airline (fee) heaven: Budget airlines Frontier and Spirit to merge
The two rapidly growing budget airlines are known for bargain fares and fees for everything from soft drinks to carry-on bags.
Southwest Airlines bringing booze back to flights after nearly 2-year absence due to COVID-19
Southwest Airlines suspended inflight drink service in March 2020 amid COVID-19 but gradually added back soda and coffee but delayed alcohol sales.
Flying Frontier Airlines? Better lose 10 pounds from your checked bag
A bag will be considered overweight if more than 40 pounds, instead of current 50 pound limit, putting Frontier in line with Spirit and Allegiant.
Flight delayed or canceled? If so, these are your rights and what the airline owes you.
Airlines are required, by law, to offer refunds for certain types of flight disruptions. Here’s what travelers should know.
What to know
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