Author: Zach Wichter, USA TODAY

Spirit Airlines and Frontier Airlines agreed to walk away from a proposed merger today without announcing the results of a planned shareholder vote.

Cayman Airways will take advantage of its new longer-range fleet to serve the U.S. West Coast, starting with LAX.

The Essential Air Service, a lesser-known subsidy program, helps keep remote communities connected to the national aviation network.

Department of Transportation data shows travel delays, bag issues, were the key pain points for travelers in May.

Travel continues to surge in Europe this summer, and the continent’s airports are struggling to keep up with the crowds.

Delay compensation policies vary by airline, and some are a lot more passenger-friendly than others.

Amid a slowdown in ground services, London’s Heathrow Airport will limit passenger numbers through the summer to keep things running more smoothly.

The DOT’s announcement outlines existing rights and privileges so disabled travelers can better advocate for themselves.

Airlines say the FAA is short-staffed. The FAA insists there’s no national problem. Passengers are stuck wondering what’s causing their delays.