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As some large hub airports face growing congestion, the nation’s many smaller airports could play a role in relieving traffic.

After years of concerns about safety and quality control, especially involving the 737 Max, Boeing’s airplane delivery numbers are up.

The two airlines share a rare characteristic for ultra-low-cost carriers: They’re profitable.

Southwest’s customer of size policy gave larger-bodied passengers a rare break on the cost of an extra seat. The airline will cut that accommodation early next year.

The Essential Air Service program funds commercial flights to small airports around the country. The Trump White House has proposed cutting that funding by half.

Five years after COVID grounded carriers, leisure travel has fared better than the business segment. Supply chains aren’t fully rebuilt.

Despite three failed union votes in the past, union advocates said are seeing a new wave of support.

But the problem’s industry-wide: Airbus is also dealing with a hefty backlog.

Federal rules require that if your flight is canceled, the airlines have to provide an automatic refund in your original payment form.

The airline’s had a bumpy ride since multitudes of passengers were stranded by bad weather and an aged computer system.