Man on Runway at Phoenix Sky Harbor Halts Airport Operations
A man was taken into custody at Phoenix Sky Harbor Airport after a security breach led to him running onto a runway, temporarily disrupting operations.
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SAFETY
Bullet on United Flight at Newark Airport Sparks Security Concerns
A bullet found in an overhead bin on a United Airlines flight at Newark Airport prompted a security sweep and a nearly three-hour delay for passengers.
Feb 21, 20264 min
SAFETY
US Government Shutdown Threatens Air Travel with Staff Shortages
A US government shutdown forces essential FAA and TSA staff to work unpaid, increasing the risk of significant airport delays and flight cancellations.
Feb 18, 20263 min
REGULATORY
AUS Airport Opens New Terminal Wing to Tackle Surging Passenger Numbers
Austin-Bergstrom Airport opened a major terminal expansion with a new TSA checkpoint to accommodate record passenger numbers exceeding 21 million annually.
Feb 18, 20262 min
AIRPORTS
Could a DHS Shutdown Trigger Major Flight Delays at Las Vegas Airport?
A potential Department of Homeland Security shutdown threatens major delays at Las Vegas airport by forcing essential TSA officers to work without pay.
Feb 18, 20263 min
REGULATORY
Why the US federal shutdown could trigger massive airport travel delays.
The US partial federal shutdown threatens major airport delays as TSA and FAA staff work without pay; passengers should expect significant disruptions.
Feb 17, 20262 min
REGULATORY
Airport security breach: Passenger boards plane with a meat cleaver
A passenger was removed from a flight after a flight attendant found a meat cleaver in their bag; all passengers were deplaned for security rescreening.
Feb 17, 20262 min
SAFETY
Why Did TSA Confiscate a Le Creuset Pan at Chicago O'Hare Security?
TSA confiscated a passenger's Le Creuset cast iron pan at Chicago O'Hare, citing the rule that heavy cookware is prohibited in carry-on luggage and must be checked.
Feb 9, 20262 min
AIRPORTS
How Does Austin-Bergstrom's New West Infill Expansion Improve Passenger Flow?
Austin-Bergstrom International Airport (AUS) officially opened its $241 million West Infill project, adding 75,000 square feet and a major new TSA checkpoint to boost capacity.
Feb 7, 20263 min
AIRPORTS
TSA Thwarts Thousands of Terror-Linked Travelers at Miami International Airport
TSA officers at Miami International Airport (MIA) reportedly barred thousands of terror-linked travelers and seized over 100 firearms in 2024, highlighting critical aviation security efforts.
Feb 2, 20263 min
SAFETY
LaGuardia Firearm Arrest Spotlights Conflict in Interstate Air Travel Gun Laws
Packers offensive lineman Rasheed Walker was arrested at LaGuardia Airport on felony gun charges, highlighting the conflict between federal transport rules and New York's strict non-resident firearm laws.
Jan 25, 20263 min
AIRPORTS