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How the Country’s Biggest Airlines Rank in 2025
WalletHub compared 11 U.S. airlines using 14 metrics—from cancellations to in-flight comfort—to reveal the best options for travelers.
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6 Ways Aircraft Changed the Course of the Vietnam War
Aviation played a huge role in how the Vietnam War rolled out—after all, there’s a reason the conflict is also known as “The Helicopter War.”
Why Do We Refer to Airplane and Ship Passengers as ‘Souls’?
Hearing the phrase ‘souls on board’ usually portends bad news. Why do we use it?
Why You Should Always Wear Your Seatbelt While Flying—No Matter What the Sign Says
Anyone worried about aviation safety should strap in. Literally.
The Reason You Should Pack Painter’s Tape When Flying With Kids
Find out how a simple roll of tape can keep kids busy on flights.
Google Now Lets You Track Hotel Prices Just Like Flights
Google is expanding its price-tracking feature from flights to hotels, making it easier to catch a bargain.
Why Travelers Should Be Wary of “Airport Theory”
Traveling is stressful, and subscribing to “Airport Theory” will only make things worse.
Every State’s Dream Travel Destination, Mapped
Discover the most searched vacation destinations in the U.S., from tropical beaches to overseas adventures.
Why Are Some Flags Painted Backwards on Airplanes?
Depicting the mirror image of a flag on aircraft is done for a very specific (and very patriotic) reason.
Bessie Coleman, the Black Cherokee Woman Pilot Who Made Aviation History
No aviation schools in America would teach Bessie Coleman how to fly in the 1920s. So, she sailed to France and became the first African American and the first Native American woman to earn a pilot's license.
Eugene Bullard, the World’s First Black Fighter Pilot
Eugene Bullard survived some of the deadliest battles in history and became the world’s first Black fighter pilot—all before the age of 30.
Cat Forgotten on Plane Completes Three International Trips in 24 Hours
A family‘s pet cat was mistakenly left on a flight, leading to a cross-country journey from Melbourne to New Zealand and back.
Airplane Mode vs. Do Not Disturb Mode: What’s the Difference?
Are the airplane and Do Not Disturb modes on your smartphone really all that different? Discover the benefits of these two settings and how they diverge.
Meet Caren Marsh Doll, the Oldest Living Cast Member of ‘The Wizard of Oz’
Caren Marsh Doll was Judy Garland’s stand-in for ‘The Wizard of Oz’. At age 105, she’s one of the last living actors from the Golden Age of Hollywood.
Traveling for Thanksgiving? Avoid Driving on These Days, According to AAA
Choosing the wrong time to hit the road can make your Thanksgiving a traffic nightmare. Here’s how to avoid it.
Therapy Llama and Alpaca Comfort Anxious Travelers at Portland Airport
You’ve heard of therapy dogs, but maybe not therapy llamas and alpacas.
The 15 Airports With the Longest Thanksgiving Wait Times
If you’re traveling for Thanksgiving this year, try to dodge these airports.
Can Peanut Allergens Spread Through a Plane’s Air System?
The idea of peanut dust being carried through a plane cabin has always worried those with serious allergies. New research should ease their concerns.
Avoid This Airline If You Don’t Want to Be Bumped From Your Flight
Traveling is stressful enough. Getting bumped from a flight makes matters worse.
Retro Video Shows What Flying in a Concorde Was Like in 2003
Champagne, caviar, and a “kerosene-like” smell made a supersonic flight aboard the Concorde one to remember.
Why Are Airplane Windows Round?
Believe it or not, the shape of airplane window is a matter of life and death.
When Howard Hughes Bought a TV Station Because He Had Insomnia
The reclusive billionaire couldn't sleep and didn't have anything to watch. His solution was to buy a TV station.
This Is the Most Coveted Seat on a Flight, According to a New Survey
The most desirable seat combines more space and a quick exit.
The ’80s Toy That Was Considered a Threat to National Security
The F-19 became the bestselling model plane of all time. Some feared it leaked some highly classified military secrets.