How climate change is contributing to flight delays, cancellations

[ad_1] How climate change is contributing to flight delays, cancellations – CBS News Watch CBS News Travelers this summer have seen widespread flight cancellations and delays as airlines battle severe weather events across the country and abroad. And with the effects of climate change, travelers may need to get used to those headaches. Amanda Hoover, … Read more

RTX tumbles after disclosing jet-engine problem will require accelerated inspections

[ad_1] A Pratt & Whitney PW1000G turbofan engine sits on the wing of an Airbus A320neo aircraft during a delivery ceremony outside the Airbus Group SE factory in Hamburg, Germany, on Friday, Feb. 12, 2016. Bloomberg | Krisztian Bocsi Shares of RTX tumbled 13% Tuesday after the aerospace giant said a manufacturing problem with some … Read more

United reaches preliminary, 4-year labor deal with pilots, with up to 40% raises

[ad_1] Pilots from United Airlines walk inside the airport as they take part in an informational picket at Newark Liberty International Airport in Newark, New Jersey, May 12, 2023. Eduardo Munoz | Reuters United Airlines and its pilots’ union have agreed to a preliminary labor deal that includes pay increases of as much as 40.2% … Read more

Charlie Enright, American skipper, calls historic Ocean Race win

[ad_1] Charlie Enright, American skipper, calls historic Ocean Race win “surreal” – CBS News Watch CBS News For the first time in its 50-year history, a U.S. team won The Ocean Race, a six-month, 36,000-mile sailing race around the world. Team skipper Charlie Enright joins “CBS Mornings” to discuss the grueling event and what’s next. … Read more

From Taylor Swift to the World Cup, travelers are paying big bucks to catch overseas games and shows

[ad_1] When Taylor Swift’s Eras tour rolls into Singapore next year, Rjay Ignacio said he’ll be there — whether he has a ticket or not. “Taylor Swift has a huge fan base in Asia,” the YouTube content creator from Pasig City, Philippines said. “So the probability is very small to get a ticket.” But that’s … Read more

Now Boarding: Why is boarding an airplane so difficult?

[ad_1] Santa Ana, CA – May 26: An airplane prepares to be loaded as passengers make their way to their gates during the Memorial Day weekend getaway at John Wayne Airport Orange County in John Wayne Airport, Santa Ana, CA on Thursday, May 26, 2022. Allen J. Schaben | Los Angeles Times | Getty Images … Read more

Bad news for nervous flyers: Turbulence is getting worse as the planet warms

[ad_1] A plane flying over Northamptonshire, England. For many, turbulence is an uncomfortable part of air travel. Joe Giddens – Pa Images | Pa Images | Getty Images Turbulence during a flight can be an uncomfortable experience for many, ranging from mild bumpiness to more serious instances of damaged airplanes and injured passengers. With millions … Read more

United gives 30,000 frequent flyer miles to travelers hit by flight delays, CEO says schedule cuts needed

[ad_1] Planes are seen on the tarmac as people wait for their flight reschedule inside of the Newark International Airport on June 27, 2023 in Newark, New Jersey.  Kena Betancur | Getty Images News | Getty Images United Airlines‘ CEO Scott Kirby said that without more gates the airline will have to reduce or change … Read more