Showing posts with label Airports. Show all posts
Showing posts with label Airports. Show all posts
Tuesday, March 31, 2026
Thursday, March 26, 2026
Wednesday, March 25, 2026
TSA employees at ‘breaking point’
Union representatives for TSA also blasted the Trump administration's deployment of ICE officers to airports, calling it a "straight-up distraction."
Justin Doubleday@jdoubledayWFED
March 24, 2026 6:47 pm
Transportation Security Administration employees say they are at a “breaking point” with TSA staff preparing to miss a third paycheck this week, as employee unions again push for legislation that would ensure federal workers get paid during a shutdown.
The ongoing Department of Homeland Security shutdown stretched to its 39th day on Tuesday. More than 400 TSA employees have left the agency during the shutdown, while thousands more have started calling out of work, leading to long security screening lines at some airports.
The Trump administration has now deployed Immigration and Customs Enforcement officers to airports to nominally help bolster TSA’s ranks. ICE agents are being paid during the shutdown due to funding the agency received in last year’s tax and reconciliation bill.
But union representatives for TSA’s transportation security officers say ICE has done little to help with the situation.
Tuesday, March 24, 2026
Sunday, March 22, 2026
Wednesday, March 18, 2026
Tuesday, March 10, 2026
The US airports where you should brace for long security lines as unpaid TSA agents stop showing up for work
By Lina Batarags and Taylor Rains
Mar 10, 2026, 9:45 AM ET
As TSA agents are expected to miss their first full paycheck on Saturday because of the partial shutdown, which started in February, some are not coming in to work.
On Sunday and Monday, the staffing shortages resulted in long lines in some airports. The disruption, which appears to have lessened in some airports as of Tuesday morning, comes as air travel hits the busy spring break period.
In X posts on Monday, the Department of Homeland Security, which oversees the TSA, described the situation as "spring break under siege" and shared photos of throngs of people waiting in an airport.
For now, the chaos appears largely localized to a handful of airports — but travelers should expect lines across the US to worsen the longer the security officers work without pay.
Airline passengers waited in long lines to get through security screening at William P. Hobby Airport in Houston on Sunday, March 8, 2026. The line stretched from the security checkpoint into the lower level baggage claim area and to the parking garage.Brett Coomer/Houston Chronicle via Getty Images
Mar 10, 2026, 9:45 AM ET
- Some US airports are warning travelers about long TSA lines.
- The delays come as TSA agents, facing a missed paycheck amid the partial government shutdown, are not coming to work.
- Houston Hobby, San Juan, and New Orleans Louis Armstrong Airport all warned of delays.
As TSA agents are expected to miss their first full paycheck on Saturday because of the partial shutdown, which started in February, some are not coming in to work.
On Sunday and Monday, the staffing shortages resulted in long lines in some airports. The disruption, which appears to have lessened in some airports as of Tuesday morning, comes as air travel hits the busy spring break period.
In X posts on Monday, the Department of Homeland Security, which oversees the TSA, described the situation as "spring break under siege" and shared photos of throngs of people waiting in an airport.
For now, the chaos appears largely localized to a handful of airports — but travelers should expect lines across the US to worsen the longer the security officers work without pay.
Sunday, February 01, 2026
Monday, January 05, 2026
The Most Contagious Disease In The World Is Spreading In US Airports
Anna Robinson
Sat, January 3, 2026 at 10:00 AM EST
People wearing surgical masks in an airport - Xifotos/Getty Images
In 2020, COVID-19 caused travel restrictions and other changes to how people get around. Avoiding getting sick while traveling is tricky, as COVID-19, flu, and common colds easily spread when dozens of people sit shoulder to shoulder inside planes, trains, or buses. However, another disease has added itself to the list. Measles is on the rise, and health officials have detected it in airports.
The New Jersey Department of Health sent a press release stating that it detected measles in a traveler who was at the Newark Liberty International Airport on December 12, 2025. The department has undertaken contact tracing efforts in case the passenger infected others. Another case appeared in a passenger who flew to and from Boston Logan International Airport (one of the busiest in the country) on December 11 and 12.
The Massachusetts Department of Public Health sent a press release of its own. The press release emphasized that measles is preventable through vaccines, making the nationwide rise in cases all the more surprising. Per the Centers for Disease Control, over 2,000 people in the U.S. tested positive for measles in 2025, numbers not seen since 1992.
Why the measles resurgence is occurring
Man in hazmat suit spraying an empty plane - David Silverman/Getty Images
Gavi, an organization working to increase medical vaccine access worldwide, explained that measles is the most contagious virus based on how many others just one person can infect, a measurement called R0. Like COVID-19 and the flu, measles spreads through particles in the air after someone carrying the disease coughs or sneezes. Its particles also linger in the air for up to two hours, meaning you can catch measles even without direct contact. After around two centuries of documented measles existence, researchers created a vaccine in the 1960s.
Vaccine skeptics have long existed around the world, but recent years have seen a higher percentage of parents choosing not to vaccinate their children. Gavi attributes this to vaccine misinformation, the 2020 COVID-19 pandemic, and other global crises. Multiple health officials have publicly tried to ease people's minds by stating that vaccines are safe and effective as long as enough members of a population receive them.
Getting measles despite being vaccinated is incredibly uncommon, but all travelers can take solace in the fact that cases are still fairly low nationwide. If you think you might be sick, wearing a mask can prevent you from spreading anything.
Sat, January 3, 2026 at 10:00 AM EST
People wearing surgical masks in an airport - Xifotos/Getty Images
In 2020, COVID-19 caused travel restrictions and other changes to how people get around. Avoiding getting sick while traveling is tricky, as COVID-19, flu, and common colds easily spread when dozens of people sit shoulder to shoulder inside planes, trains, or buses. However, another disease has added itself to the list. Measles is on the rise, and health officials have detected it in airports.
The New Jersey Department of Health sent a press release stating that it detected measles in a traveler who was at the Newark Liberty International Airport on December 12, 2025. The department has undertaken contact tracing efforts in case the passenger infected others. Another case appeared in a passenger who flew to and from Boston Logan International Airport (one of the busiest in the country) on December 11 and 12.
The Massachusetts Department of Public Health sent a press release of its own. The press release emphasized that measles is preventable through vaccines, making the nationwide rise in cases all the more surprising. Per the Centers for Disease Control, over 2,000 people in the U.S. tested positive for measles in 2025, numbers not seen since 1992.
Why the measles resurgence is occurring
Man in hazmat suit spraying an empty plane - David Silverman/Getty Images
Gavi, an organization working to increase medical vaccine access worldwide, explained that measles is the most contagious virus based on how many others just one person can infect, a measurement called R0. Like COVID-19 and the flu, measles spreads through particles in the air after someone carrying the disease coughs or sneezes. Its particles also linger in the air for up to two hours, meaning you can catch measles even without direct contact. After around two centuries of documented measles existence, researchers created a vaccine in the 1960s.
Vaccine skeptics have long existed around the world, but recent years have seen a higher percentage of parents choosing not to vaccinate their children. Gavi attributes this to vaccine misinformation, the 2020 COVID-19 pandemic, and other global crises. Multiple health officials have publicly tried to ease people's minds by stating that vaccines are safe and effective as long as enough members of a population receive them.
Getting measles despite being vaccinated is incredibly uncommon, but all travelers can take solace in the fact that cases are still fairly low nationwide. If you think you might be sick, wearing a mask can prevent you from spreading anything.
Thursday, October 30, 2025
Tuesday, October 07, 2025
Thousands of Passengers Grounded in Seattle, Pittsburgh, Orlando, Boston, and Minneapolis...
Thousands of Passengers Grounded in Seattle, Pittsburgh, Orlando, Boston, and Minneapolis as US Faces New Travel Disruptions with 70 Flights Canceled and 5000 Delays Affecting Delta, Cape Air, United, Breeze, American Airlines and More
Published on October 6, 2025
US faces 70 flight cancellations and 5,000 delays due to operational issues, grounding passengers in Seattle, Pittsburgh, Orlando, Boston, and Minneapolis, with disruptions impacting Delta, Cape Air, United, Breeze, and American Airlines. These widespread travel issues were primarily caused by operational challenges, weather conditions, and other unexpected factors, leading to significant inconvenience for travelers. Passengers were left stranded or forced to rearrange their travel plans as both domestic and international flights faced extensive delays. Major hubs such as Seattle, Boston, and Minneapolis saw a large number of affected travelers, highlighting the ongoing challenges in the air travel sector.
Cancellation By Airline
The United States saw a total of 5,018 flight delays and 70 cancellations, impacting both domestic and international flights. These disruptions caused significant inconvenience for travelers across various airports. Airlines and passengers faced challenges due to operational issues, weather conditions, or other factors. Travelers are advised to stay updated with their airlines for real-time information and alternative arrangements to minimize further disruption.
Tuesday, August 19, 2025
Goodbye to showing your passport...
Goodbye to showing your passport—the TSA launches contactless identification at airports in major US cities
by Laura M.
August 18, 2025
Goodbye to showing your passport—the TSA launches contactless identification at airports in major US cities
TSA is implementing a lot of changes so that our experience going through security checks isn’t so complicated, and now they’ve launched a new Touchless ID system for people who have PreCheck. What does this mean? Well, with facial recognition (yes, they scan your face) you don’t need to show your ID at some airports in the country. And it’s not just a few, Chicago, Dallas, New York, Los Angeles, Las Vegas, and San Francisco have already joined this change because speed is what matters most to these users. And now it will be even faster, you’ll look at a camera, and in less than a blink the system will recognize your face and off you go! The best part? You don’t even have to stop to talk to anyone.
What is Touchless ID
This new system is called TSA PreCheck Touchless ID, and it’s already working in the main cities of the country. If you already have PreCheck, you just have to activate the option from your airline’s website or app (in the travel documents section), and from there, in compatible airports, all you need is a face scan. They take a photo, compare it to the one they already have in the database (from your passport or real ID), and if everything matches, you pass “the test”.
by Laura M.
August 18, 2025
Goodbye to showing your passport—the TSA launches contactless identification at airports in major US cities
TSA is implementing a lot of changes so that our experience going through security checks isn’t so complicated, and now they’ve launched a new Touchless ID system for people who have PreCheck. What does this mean? Well, with facial recognition (yes, they scan your face) you don’t need to show your ID at some airports in the country. And it’s not just a few, Chicago, Dallas, New York, Los Angeles, Las Vegas, and San Francisco have already joined this change because speed is what matters most to these users. And now it will be even faster, you’ll look at a camera, and in less than a blink the system will recognize your face and off you go! The best part? You don’t even have to stop to talk to anyone.
What is Touchless ID
This new system is called TSA PreCheck Touchless ID, and it’s already working in the main cities of the country. If you already have PreCheck, you just have to activate the option from your airline’s website or app (in the travel documents section), and from there, in compatible airports, all you need is a face scan. They take a photo, compare it to the one they already have in the database (from your passport or real ID), and if everything matches, you pass “the test”.
Tuesday, February 25, 2025
Monday, February 17, 2025
Thursday, January 30, 2025
Report: Abnormal Staffing Conditions in DCA Tower During Crash
A leaked FAA report suggests there was unusual staffing in the air traffic control tower during the D.C. airplane and helicopter crash.
Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport (Photo: Shutterstock | TJ Brown)
[Airports] January 30, 2025 4:27 pm ET
By Caleb Revill
A leaked internal report said that staffing at the air traffic control tower at Ronald Reagan National Airport was “not normal” during the deadly midair collision in Washington D.C. on Wednesday.
The New York Times report stated that the controller who was directing helicopter traffic around the airport on Wednesday night was also instructing airplanes. The report noted these jobs are typically assigned to two different controllers at the airport.
67 people were killed between the soldiers aboard the U.S. Army Black Hawk helicopter and PSA Airlines flight 5342 when they collided over the Potomac River.
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So far, only the pilots on board the PSA flight have been identified as 28-year-old Sam Lilley and 34-year-old Jonathan Campos.
The National Transportation Safety Board is investigating the incident. President Donald Trump said in a press briefing Thursday morning that he believed DEI policies at the Federal Aviation Administration were to blame for the crash.
The National Air Traffic Controllers Association (NATCA) – which represents FAA controllers – released a statement on Thursday grieving for the deceased and supporting air traffic controllers.
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“NATCA stands with the highly trained, highly skilled air traffic controller workforce and those who perform safety-critical work 24 hours-a-day, seven days-a-week, 365 days-a-year and keeps the United States as the gold standard for aviation safety,” NATCA said in its news release emailed to AirlineGeeks.
“NATCA has been and remains supportive of taking all possible steps to ensure America has the best and safest air traffic control system in the world,” the organization added. “We will be a ready partner with the administration and Congress in any effort to further modernize the ATC system to maximize safety and protect lives.”
Friday, July 19, 2024
Thursday, May 16, 2024
Real ID deadline is rapidly approaching, what to know about the new flight requirement
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Real ID deadline is rapidly approaching, what to know about the new flight requirement
When will a Real ID be required to fly?![]()
You or your loved ones need to have a Real ID compliant document, driver’s license or identification card, by May 7, 2025.
If you have another form of identification that is TSA-approved, like an up to date passport or a permanent resident card then you probably don’t need a Real ID compliant document.
Here are a couple TSA-approved alternatives, if you’re on the fence about getting a Real ID.
How long does it take to get a Real ID?
It will take about two weeks, or 15 business days to get your Real ID or Enhanced Driver’s License from your state's Motor Vehicle Department.
Enhanced driver’s licenses, which are only issued in a couple of states, including Washington, Michigan, Minnesota, New York and Vermont, are considered acceptable alternatives to REAL ID-compliant cards, DHS says.
How do I know if I have a Real ID?
All Real IDs will have a stamp on the right hand corner to show that the identification document meets federal standards set forth by The Real ID Act of 2005.
The symbol stamped on your Real ID card will vary, depending on which state you obtain your new identification card from.
What does a Real ID look like?![]()
Your Real ID will have most, if not all of the information that’s included on your driver’s license.
The only difference is the seal included in the right-hand corner.
Real ID deadline is rapidly approaching, what to know about the new flight requirement
The really real deadline to make your state-issued identified card, or driver’s license Real ID compliant will be here before you know it.
And you won’t be fly domestically after 2025 without it. The government has been trying to make Real IDs a thing for a while, initially passing The Real ID act in 2005 in an attempt to set “minimum security standards” for state-issued identification documents.
The law was set to take effect in 2020 but was pushed back by the Department of Homeland Security over “backlogged transactions” at MVD offices nationwide as a result of the COVID-19 pandemic, according to USA TODAY reporting.
The May 2025 extension was necessary, DHS says, as state driver’s licensing agencies worked to address the mountains of paperwork, which in turn impacted the MVD’s ability to make any real progress on the Real ID rollout.
“Following the enforcement deadline, federal agencies, including the Transportation Security Administration, will be prohibited from accepting driver’s licenses and identification cards that do not meet these federal standards,” DHS said in 2022.
That means every every traveler, 18 or older, must have a compliant form of identification in order to travel.
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When does Real ID go into effect?
The Real ID “full enforcement date” is Wednesday, May 7, 2025, according to DHS.
And you won’t be fly domestically after 2025 without it. The government has been trying to make Real IDs a thing for a while, initially passing The Real ID act in 2005 in an attempt to set “minimum security standards” for state-issued identification documents.
The law was set to take effect in 2020 but was pushed back by the Department of Homeland Security over “backlogged transactions” at MVD offices nationwide as a result of the COVID-19 pandemic, according to USA TODAY reporting.
The May 2025 extension was necessary, DHS says, as state driver’s licensing agencies worked to address the mountains of paperwork, which in turn impacted the MVD’s ability to make any real progress on the Real ID rollout.
“Following the enforcement deadline, federal agencies, including the Transportation Security Administration, will be prohibited from accepting driver’s licenses and identification cards that do not meet these federal standards,” DHS said in 2022.
That means every every traveler, 18 or older, must have a compliant form of identification in order to travel.
When does Real ID go into effect?
The Real ID “full enforcement date” is Wednesday, May 7, 2025, according to DHS.
When will a Real ID be required to fly?
You or your loved ones need to have a Real ID compliant document, driver’s license or identification card, by May 7, 2025.
If you have another form of identification that is TSA-approved, like an up to date passport or a permanent resident card then you probably don’t need a Real ID compliant document.
Here are a couple TSA-approved alternatives, if you’re on the fence about getting a Real ID.
- State issued enhanced driver’s license
- DHS trusted traveler cards (Global Entry, NEXUS, SENTRI, FAST)
- U.S. Department of Defense ID, including IDs issued to dependents
- Border crossing card
- An acceptable photo ID issued by a federally recognized Tribal Nation/Indian Tribe
- HSPD-12 PIV card
- Foreign government-issued passport
- Canadian provincial driver's license or Indian and Northern Affairs Canada card
- Transportation worker identification credential
- U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services Employment Authorization Card (I-766)
- U.S. Merchant Mariner Credential
- Veteran Health Identification Card (VHIC)
How long does it take to get a Real ID?
It will take about two weeks, or 15 business days to get your Real ID or Enhanced Driver’s License from your state's Motor Vehicle Department.
Enhanced driver’s licenses, which are only issued in a couple of states, including Washington, Michigan, Minnesota, New York and Vermont, are considered acceptable alternatives to REAL ID-compliant cards, DHS says.
How do I know if I have a Real ID?
All Real IDs will have a stamp on the right hand corner to show that the identification document meets federal standards set forth by The Real ID Act of 2005.
The symbol stamped on your Real ID card will vary, depending on which state you obtain your new identification card from.
What does a Real ID look like?
Your Real ID will have most, if not all of the information that’s included on your driver’s license.
The only difference is the seal included in the right-hand corner.
Monday, January 21, 2019
Cold weather cripples NYC, leads to mass delays at airports
By Clayton Guse
| New York Daily News |
Jan 21, 2019 | 12:45 PM
Birds play in a frozen fountain in Midtown's Bryant Park. (DON EMMERT / AFP/Getty Images)
Single-digit temperatures and blustery winds brought New York and the surrounding area to a freeze on Monday.
With subzero wind chills and gusts of up to 45 mph across New York City, flights into local airports reported extensive delays.
As of noon Monday, more than 2,000 flights were delayed across the country, according to FlightAware. Flights into or out of LaGuardia had reported 277 delays; Newark International reported 177, with another 133 flights left in a tizzy at JFK.
NYC Ferry service on the Rockaway route was suspended Monday morning due to high winds.
In Connecticut, more than 12,000 homes and businesses remained without power Monday morning following the weekend snowstorm. The effort to restore power there resulted in a fatality on Sunday when an Eversource subcontractor was struck by a falling tree in Middletown while working on a power line.
Temperatures are expected to rebound Tuesday with a high near 30, according to the National Weather Service, and continue to rise into the 40s Wednesday.
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