3 h. ago Police scramble to Heathrow runway after 'agitated' passenger 'punched flight attendant and tried to force open plane door' in bid to disembark early

A male passenger allegedly argued with a flight attendant before hitting him after demanding to disembark from the plane early.

Events

3 h. ago Air rage horror at Heathrow as passenger 'punches flight attendant and tries to force open plane door'

A 33-year-old plane passenger on a Saudia Airlines flight was arrested after reportedly punching a crew member and attempted to open a cabin door at London Heathrow Airport on 28 August.

Society

27 h. ago Air travel will become more of a bumpy ride due to 'serious' reason that will only get worse

An expert has warned that holidaymakers could be in for a bumpy ride soon as one key 'serious' issue will make air travel very different during trips in the near future

Politics

51 h. ago Becky Barnicoat on the sneaky added costs of budget air travel – cartoon

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Economics

3 d. ago Passenger suffered ‘permanent hearing loss’ after cabin pressurization system malfunctioned on Delta flight: suit

Exclusive: In a newly filed federal lawsuit obtained by The Independent, Utah resident Jaci Purser says she went partially deaf from an aborted 2024 flight to Portland

Events

4 d. ago Norwegian Air Boeing 737 forced to turn back after tyre explosion on take

A ‘technical issue’ forced the plane to return to Stockholm, said the airline

Events

5 d. ago How a bizarre summer air fare decision led to the UK’s inflation surge

Exclusive: Office for National Statistics compared term-time flight prices in 2024 with peak summer tickets this year

Economics

6 d. ago London Heathrow flight makes emergency landing in Russia after ‘engine failure’

The Beijing-bound aircraft made an unscheduled landing in Siberia this morning

Events

8 d. ago Terrifying moment Wizz Air flight hit by turbulence and passengers scream in fear

Passengers travelling from Spain to Italy were screaming in fear as their Wizz Air flight was hit with severe turbulence and was forced to make an emergency landing

Events

1 week ago First look: Swiss Air Lines unveils new first class cabin suite

The ‘First Grand Suites’ can be merged into a self-contained area, serving as a bedroom, an office or even a meeting room

Politics

1 week ago Stranded by the Air Canada strike? Here are three ways to get help

While a tentative agreement to end the contract dispute has since been reached, many travellers are still stuck abroad

Events

1 week ago UK inflation jumps to 3.8% as the cost of living for Britons goes up again

UK inflation rose by more than expected in July as demand for summer travel pushed up air fares and food prices continued to climb, the Office for National Statistics said today.

Economics

1 week ago UK inflation rises by more than expected as summer travel bumps up air fares

Consumer Prices Index inflation increased to 3.8% in July, from 3.6% in June, the Office for National Statistics said.

Economics

1 week ago Air Canada strikes: Passenger rights as the cancellations continue

Passengers flying from Canada to the UK have far fewer rights than travellers heading in the opposite direction

Events

1 week ago Air Canada cabin crew strike disruption continues as talks resume

Hundreds of thousands of passengers have seen flights cancelled during the busy summer travel season

Events

2 w. ago Air Canada strikes: Passenger rights as the shutdown continues

Passengers flying from Canada to the UK have far fewer rights than travellers heading in the opposite direction

Events

2 w. ago ‘We feel abandoned – we certainly won’t be flying Air Canada again’ say British families

Exclusive: Canadian carrier said it searched for alternative flights ‘on over 120 airlines’ without success – but finding a replacement took five minutes on the phone to a UK travel agent

Society

2 w. ago Ed Miliband embroiled in 'hypocrisy' row as Energy Secretary refuses to reveal how many domestic flights he has taken

Energy Secretary Ed Miliband has been dubbed a 'hypocrite' after refusing to reveal details concerning his domestic air travel. 

Politics

2 w. ago The portable home appliances that are perfect for travel revealed

There are portable versions of so many kitchen gadgets. From mini air fryers to barbecues - and even a portable washing machine and dryer, these are the best travel appliances...

Politics

2 w. ago Air Canada to cancel hundreds of flights and lock out staff this weekend

The airline said the first flights will be cancelled Thursday, with more on Friday and a complete cessation of flying by Air Canada and Air Canada Rouge by the weekend

Politics