Officials say 40 Boeing jets were inspected as probe continues into midair blowout

An Alaska Airlines Max 9 was forced to make an emergency landing on Jan. 5 after a panel called a door plug blew out of the side of the plane after takeoff from Portland, Oregon.

Houston weather: Hundreds of flights canceled
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The Arctic Blast put a damper on a lot of travel plans this week. FOX 26's Sherman Desselle is at George Bush Intercontinental Airport with how travel has been after hundreds of cancellations.

Cockpit window crack forces ANA Boeing flight in Japan to turn around

A Japanese domestic flight was forced to turn around and land on Saturday after a crack was found on the cockpit window of the Boeing 737-800 aircraft in midair, an airline spokesperson said.

Texas arctic blast: Houston Airports prepares for freeze, shares advice for travelers

With an arctic blast on the way, Houston Airports says it is taking steps to minimize impacts to operations at George Bush Intercontinental Airport and William P. Hobby Airport.

FAA boosts oversight of Boeing after 737 MAX 9 blowout

The Federal Aviation Administration will begin auditing Boeing's aircraft production and increase oversight of the troubled manufacturer after a panel blew off a jetliner in midflight last week, the last in a string of mishaps for its marquee aircraft.

American Airlines makes changes to frequent flyer program, boosting perks

American Airlines is making changes to its frequent flyer program, AAdvantage, adding benefits for its loyal travelers. Here's what you need to know.

Alaska Airlines door plug blow out: What’s known about the Boeing emergency

Alaska Airlines’ emergency last week when a door plug blew off of its Boeing Max 9 aircraft mid-flight has put flyers, airlines and federal authorities on edge.

2 major airlines find loose parts on some grounded Boeing 737 Max 9 jets

The findings are putting more pressure on Boeing to address safety concerns, with the aircraft maker calling an online meeting for all employees Tuesday to talk about safety.

Boeing under scrutiny again after plane blowout: What's next

Alaska returned 18 of its 65 737 Max 9 aircraft to service on Saturday following inspections, but then re-grounded them hours later after learning more work may be needed.

Alaska Airlines plane suffers fuselage blow out
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Alaska Airlines passengers had a fright after a cabin window blew out shortly after takeoff. FOX's Christina Coleman has the story.

Airlines brace for delays, cancellations
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The winter storm on the East Coast could have a major impact on air travel. FOX's CB Cotton has more from LaGuardia Airport with how travel is looking.

FAA temporarily grounds Boeing 737-9 planes after panel blows out mid-flight

Passengers recalled the terrifying moments when an Alaska Airlines plane window and piece of fuselage blew out mid-flight, causing a child's shirt to be ripped off and forcing an emergency landing.

Watch: American Airlines pilot leaves cockpit to assist with luggage loading

In a heartwarming gesture, an American Airlines pilot is receiving accolades for stepping out of the cockpit at Key West International Airport on January 5 to assist in loading luggage onto the plane.