Security And Liquid Rules
A tracked airports dataset for our flights & airlines coverage: what it measures, where the figures come from and when they were last checked.
TSA Bans Sitting for Security Officers, Sparks Union
The TSA has ordered its document-checking officers to stand at all times, removing chairs to boost alertness and passenger hospitality.
Fiber Cut Triggers Major ATC Failure Across Northeast
A severed backup fiber line in New Jersey caused a cascading air traffic control failure on Monday, grounding flights at major airports including JFK
Frontier Airlines to Exit New York JFK Airport on October 5
Frontier Airlines will cease all operations at New York JFK Airport on October 5, ending a two-year presence. The ultra-low-cost carrier cited high...
Southwest Airlines Announces First Four Lounge Locations
Southwest Airlines has named the first four airports for its new premium lounges, opening in late 2027. Access will require a new high-fee credit...
Five Busiest Airports Rely on Single Runways
Five major airports handling 25 to 45 million passengers annually operate with only one active runway. A closure at any of these hubs halts all...
London Heathrow Tops 2026 Airport Rankings
London Heathrow Airport has been named the world's best major airport for 2026 by Air Advisor, which ranked 23 airports based on punctuality, Google
TSA's New $800,000 CT Scanners May Slow
The TSA is rolling out advanced CT 3D scanners at US airports, but their slower speed and high cost mean they are not being prioritized for PreCheck...
US Air Force Awards Contract for Second Engine Source for JASSM
The US Air Force has awarded a contract to GE Aerospace and Kratos Defense & Security Solutions for the development of the F143 engine as a...
US Airports Struggle to Cope with Surging Passenger Demand
Several US airport terminals are serving more passengers than originally planned, leading to capacity challenges and renovation projects
Australian Airport Sets Global Security Standard, Leaving TSA's $781 Million Rollout in the Dust
Sydney Kingsford Smith International Airport has completed a government-mandated security overhaul, introducing new features such as mandatory...
Midair Collision Claims Life of Cessna Pilot, Injures Two State Police Troopers
A fatal midair collision occurred at Carlisle Airport in Pennsylvania, involving a Cessna 150 and a State Police helicopter. The incident highlights...
Phoenix Sky Harbor's $332 Million Taxiway Bridge Tests America's Airport Funding Model
Phoenix Sky Harbor International Airport is building a $332.9 million taxiway bridge, which is a test case for how America funds airports. The...
Lounge Access in Premium Economy: Which Airlines Include It?
Airlines that offer lounge access in premium economy often have specific rules and restrictions. Some carriers, like Japan Airlines and All Nippon...