Southwest making it easier to qualify for elite traveler status

There's a battle brewing in the airline business to attract travelers who want elite status in a frequent-flyer program.

Search for unsafe engine parts on airlines
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An unsettling report out of the Wall Street Journal shed light on the safety of air travel, revealing plane parts with fake inspection certificates have been put in jets used by major airlines. FOX's Steve Harrigan has more.

FedEx plane crash lands at airport, sparks
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A FedEx plane skidded off the runway during a crash landing at a Tennessee airport when its landing gear did not descend, but no one was injured, officials said. (Courtesy of Hamilton County EMS via Storyful)

Suspicious skull found in luggage prompts security scare at Utah airport

In a pre-Halloween surprise at Salt Lake City International Airport, TSA officials were spooked when a passenger's checked luggage revealed a skull, prompting a two-hour suspension of baggage screening.

Parents say teen 'filmed' was targeted
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The family of a 14-year-old girl who allegedly discovered an iPhone taped to the back of a toilet seat while on a flight claims she was targeted by a member of the crew.

Free access to national parks this weekend in celebration of National Public Lands Day!

This weekend marks a special opportunity for U.S. residents to explore the country's national parks at no cost, as part of the National Park Service's series of fee-free days.

Crisis averted...for now: Pilot reveals why planes barely avoiding tragedy as terrified passengers speak out

A commercial airline pilot revealed to Fox News Digital what he believes is the reason for an uptick in close-call incidents involving aircraft in the U.S., and what must be done to fix the country's travel system.

Cruise ship in Greenland freed after running aground

Before the cruise ship was freed, authorities reported that three passengers had COVID-19.

Luxury cruise ship runs aground with 206 passengers on board

It may be days before the closest Navy ship is able to get to the stranded cruise ship. “Our units are far away, and the weather can be very unfavorable,” authorities said.

Global Entry applications could take up to 11 months to process

According to U.S. Customs and Border Protection, applications for the Global Entry program could take up to 11 months to process.