Southwest Airlines to cut 15% of its workforce in its first-ever mass layoffs

The Dallas-based airline says its “workforce reductions" of 1,750 jobs will focus mainly on corporate overhead and leadership positions, including senior leadership and directors.

Flight passenger ignites debate after being told to 'climb over' seatmate for bathroom break

A flight passenger took to social media to ask for advice after being told to "climb over" a fellow flyer in order to exit the row for a bathroom break. An etiquette expert weighs in.

Video: Small plane crashes onto busy street, killing 2 people

A small plane crashed onto a busy street in Brazil, killing two people and injuring several more on the ground. Video captured the explosion.

Update on plane crashes in Philadelphia, D.C.
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Federal investigators are learning more bout the deadly plane crashes in Washington D.C. and in Philadelphia. FOX's CB Cotton has more details on what we've learned so far.

American Airlines pilot reassures passengers after deadly DC collision: 'No higher calling'

A day after a deadly midair collision near Washington, D.C., killed 67 people, an American Airlines pilot reassured passengers before a flight from Jacksonville to Miami.

American Airlines plane crashes with Army helicopter
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An American Airlines plane collided with a military helicopter late Wednesday night. As of Thursday morning, Washington D.C. officials say they believe there are no survivors and are switching to a recovery operation. FOX 26's Shelby Rose reports on what we know so far and spoke with a search and rescue diver who explains the usual plan for these types of operations.

Frontier and Spirit: Budget airline merger back on the table

Frontier Airlines is making a second attempt to merge with Spirit Airlines, which filed for bankruptcy in November amid financial struggles.

Watch: British Airways plane struck by lightning in Sao Paulo

A British Airways plane was struck by lightning during a storm at Sao Paulo Guarulhos Airport on January 24, delaying its takeoff to London Heathrow by several hours.

Spirit Airlines no longer allowing passengers with inappropriate clothing or tattoos to fly

Leave your see-through shirt at home: The update, which became effective on Jan. 22, says a passenger can be denied boarding or removed from a flight because of their clothing or offensive tattoos.

Flights at Houston airports to resume Wednesday
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Bush Airport and Hobby Airport in Houston are reopening on Wednesday after closing down due to snow and ice. FOX 26's Shelby Rose is at the airport with a look inside the terminals.

Houston weather: Hobby, Bush airports to close Tuesday

Houston Hobby Airport and George Bush Intercontinental Airport will be closed on Tuesday as snow and ice is expected to fall in the area.