American said “connectivity issue” with one of its data centers affected airport check-in kiosks Wednesday morning, but that flights were unaffected.
Author: Dawn Gilbertson, USA TODAY
Holiday travel: 6 things to know if you haven’t been on a plane since last year
There is good news and bad news for travelers who haven’t been on a plane since last holiday season.
Love TSA PreCheck and Global Entry? Check your expiration date
TSA PreCheck, a fast-pass through airport security, went on sale in late 2013. Many travelers are about to see their 5-year memberships expire.
Napping American Airlines baggage handler trapped in cargo hold on flight to Chicago
The employee, who works for American subsidiary Piedmont Airlines in Kansas City, told law enforcement officials he was intoxicated and fell asleep.
Southwest Airlines to offer free in-flight movies
Southwest previously charged $5 for movies. Other big airlines, including American and Delta, have offered free movies since 2016.
Lion Air crash: Southwest, American use the same new Boeing plane in Indonesia crash
Southwest Airlines was the launch customer in North America for the Boeing 737 Max 8, the same plane involved in the Lion Air crash in Indonesia.
Southwest Airlines sounds like it’s (finally) getting close to selling tickets to Hawaii
The airline has not revealed when it will start flying to Hawaii, but executives said everything is in place to move fast after regulatory approval.
Hurricane Willa: Airlines cancel Mexico flights, waive rebooking fees
Hurricane Willa is forecast to develop into a near -category 5, threatening popular Mexico vacation spots including Cabo San Lucas and Puerto Vallarta.
11 things you need to know about flying discount airlines Spirit, Frontier and Allegiant
Spirit, Frontier and Allegiant charge for carry-on bags, don’t offer free advance seat assignments and make you buy your own soft drinks.
Alaska Airlines is latest to hike bag fees, matching competitors
Alaska Airlines will charge $30 for the first checked bag and $40 for the second bag for tickets, in line with higher new fees at American, United and Delta