Southwest plane tries to take off on taxiway
Air traffic controllers stopped a potential disaster yesterday at the Orlando International Airport (MCO), when a Southwest jet almost took off from a taxiway instead of a runway. Southwest said no one was injured during the incident.
Air traffic controllers stopped a potential disaster yesterday at the Orlando International Airport (MCO), when a Southwest jet almost took off from a taxiway instead of a runway. Southwest said no one was injured during the incident.
Power outage, fire at Heathrow Airport impacting world travel
A Southwest Airlines flight nearly took off from a taxiway ? not a runway ? on Thursday morning at Orlando International Airport after the flight crew apparently thought it was on a runway, the FAA said. Then, a power outage and fire at Heathrow Airport is causing the major international airport to be shut down for 24 hours. FOX 35 discusses both of the recent travel incidents and their impact.
A Southwest Airlines flight nearly took off from a taxiway ? not a runway ? on Thursday morning at Orlando International Airport after the flight crew apparently thought it was on a runway, the FAA said. Then, a power outage and fire at Heathrow Airport is causing the major international airport to be shut down for 24 hours. FOX 35 discusses both of the recent travel incidents and their impact.
Orlando International Airport issues ground stop due to storms
Flights to Orlando and Tampa were grounded around 2:30 p.m. Sunday due to thunderstorms, according to the Federal Aviation Authority (FAA). Flights from Orlando were delayed an average of 90 minutes, while flights from Tampa were delayed an average of 60 minutes and increasing.
Flights to Orlando and Tampa were grounded around 2:30 p.m. Sunday due to thunderstorms, according to the Federal Aviation Authority (FAA). Flights from Orlando were delayed an average of 90 minutes, while flights from Tampa were delayed an average of 60 minutes and increasing.
Southwest flyers fire back over airline ending free checked bag policy
Travel expert says customers are angry after Southwest 'reverses their brand promise.'
Travel expert says customers are angry after Southwest 'reverses their brand promise.'
Last-minute cruise deals ahead of Spring Break
Cruise ships are sailing full, and future bookings are at highest levels in history. In 2024, Florida's ports had more than 21 million cruise passengers move through them. Now that we're heading into spring, several ships will be leaving Canaveral and other ports and heading to their summer homes in Europe and Alaska. Strong demand and fewer cabins can mean higher than normal pricing. The Cruise Guy joins Fox 35 to talk all things last-minute cruise deals for those looking for something to do on their Spring Break.
Cruise ships are sailing full, and future bookings are at highest levels in history. In 2024, Florida's ports had more than 21 million cruise passengers move through them. Now that we're heading into spring, several ships will be leaving Canaveral and other ports and heading to their summer homes in Europe and Alaska. Strong demand and fewer cabins can mean higher than normal pricing. The Cruise Guy joins Fox 35 to talk all things last-minute cruise deals for those looking for something to do on their Spring Break.
New Smyrna Beach police crack down on safety ahead of Spring Break: What is a Special Event Zone?
Ahead of "Senior Skip Day" and Spring Break, the New Smyrna Beach Police Department is establishing a Special Event Zone, which allows for increased fines and higher penalties for those in violation of certain safety provisions.
Ahead of "Senior Skip Day" and Spring Break, the New Smyrna Beach Police Department is establishing a Special Event Zone, which allows for increased fines and higher penalties for those in violation of certain safety provisions.
Southwest Airlines changing popular bag policy
Southwest Airlines will begin charging for checked bags on flights booked on or after May 28, 2025. FOX News Business Contributor Gary Kaltbaum weighs in.
Southwest Airlines will begin charging for checked bags on flights booked on or after May 28, 2025. FOX News Business Contributor Gary Kaltbaum weighs in.
Southwest Airlines ending its free checked bag policy for many passengers
Southwest Airlines will begin charging for checked bags on flights for many passengers, ending its unique offering in the industry. Here's what to know.
Southwest Airlines will begin charging for checked bags on flights for many passengers, ending its unique offering in the industry. Here's what to know.
Florida woman anoints JetBlue planes with oil after recent flight incidents
A Florida woman took it upon herself to bless two planes she recently traveled on, and the decision is getting mixed reviews from viewers of her viral video.
A Florida woman took it upon herself to bless two planes she recently traveled on, and the decision is getting mixed reviews from viewers of her viral video.
String of major aviation incidents over the past few weeks
The recent crash landing in Toronto, Canada, is just the latest in a string of major aviation incidents in North America the past few weeks.
The recent crash landing in Toronto, Canada, is just the latest in a string of major aviation incidents in North America the past few weeks.
All 80 passengers survive after plane crashes while landing
A Delta plane flipped onto its roof after arriving in Toronto, Canada. At least 18 people, including a child, are hurt. But, miraculously, no one was killed.
A Delta plane flipped onto its roof after arriving in Toronto, Canada. At least 18 people, including a child, are hurt. But, miraculously, no one was killed.
State lawmakers discuss reality of flying cars
Lawmakers recently spoke with state leaders about the growth of the flying car industry, and some believe its impact is only a few years away.
Lawmakers recently spoke with state leaders about the growth of the flying car industry, and some believe its impact is only a few years away.
2 American tourists attacked by shark at popular Bahamas resort: police
Two American tourists were attacked by a shark at a popular Bahamas resort over the weekend, police said.
Two American tourists were attacked by a shark at a popular Bahamas resort over the weekend, police said.
Illness outbreaks take off on cruise ships
The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) has logged six gastrointestinal illness outbreaks on cruise ships ? three of which were attributed to Norovirus ? so far in 2025. The latest outbreak sickened nearly 100 people on board a Royal Caribbean cruise earlier this month that left Florida.
The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) has logged six gastrointestinal illness outbreaks on cruise ships ? three of which were attributed to Norovirus ? so far in 2025. The latest outbreak sickened nearly 100 people on board a Royal Caribbean cruise earlier this month that left Florida.
Cruise ship outbreaks 2025: 6 reported this year; here's what we know
There have been 6 gastrointestinal illness outbreaks on cruise ships — 3 of which were attributed to Norovirus — in less than 2 months, according to the CDC.
There have been 6 gastrointestinal illness outbreaks on cruise ships — 3 of which were attributed to Norovirus — in less than 2 months, according to the CDC.
Delta flight bound for Florida diverted over smell: FAA
A Delta Air Lines flight traveling to Florida was rerouted over the weekend after the crew reported smelling fumes, according to the FAA.
A Delta Air Lines flight traveling to Florida was rerouted over the weekend after the crew reported smelling fumes, according to the FAA.
United Airlines plane catches fire at Houston's Bush Airport
A flight from Houston to New York had to be evacuated after it caught fire during take off.
A flight from Houston to New York had to be evacuated after it caught fire during take off.
Carnival cruise ship stuck at Florida port over 'environmental matter' finally sets sail hours later
A Carnival cruise ship finally set sail after it was stuck at Port Canaveral in Florida on Thursday after being delayed due to an environmental issue, the cruise line confirmed.
A Carnival cruise ship finally set sail after it was stuck at Port Canaveral in Florida on Thursday after being delayed due to an environmental issue, the cruise line confirmed.
Disney Cruise Line raises gratuity rates in 2025 – here’s what to know
Disney Cruise Line has increased its recommended gratuity rates. Here's what to know.
Disney Cruise Line has increased its recommended gratuity rates. Here's what to know.
I-10 closed at Florida-Alabama state line due to lingering snow: FDOT
I-10 is closed in both directions from the Florida-Alabama state line to US-90 (exit 192) due to lingering snow, ice, and water on the roadway.
I-10 is closed in both directions from the Florida-Alabama state line to US-90 (exit 192) due to lingering snow, ice, and water on the roadway.