Trump officials want to recruit gamers without college degrees to be air traffic controllers

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Transportation Secretary Sean Duffy speaks at a press conference behind a podium with an air traffic control tower pictured behind him.
Transportation Secretary Sean Duffy is trying to speed up hiring and training for new air traffic controllers, as the industry faces a chronic shortage.

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The 4 biggest US airlines are all hiking checked bag fees. See which carriers are increasing prices.

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Airport passengers walk while carrying suitcases on the Delta Air Lines curbside.
Some airlines have increased checked-bag fees amid rising jet fuel costs.

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Iran shoots down US Air Force A-10 Warthog in a firefight during fighter jet rescue mission

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A US Air Force A-10 Thunderbolt II was shot down in Iran while attempting to rescue crew members from the downed F-15 Strike Eagle fighter jet. According to US officials, the pilot safely ejected over friendly territory and was unharmed.

The survival training that kicks in after an American pilot is shot down

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Three US Air Force F-15 jets were shot down in a friendly fire incident over Kuwait on Sunday.
Three US Air Force F-15 jets were shot down in a friendly fire incident over Kuwait on Sunday.

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The hot new commute for Miami billionaires costs $1,000 a minute

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iland helipad miami
ILandMiami's helipads, one of which is seen here off the coast of Star Island, float through Miami's waterways, providing flexible landing for the city's billionaire residents.

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I flew Southwest for the first time since it changed everything. Having A-List elite status made things a lot easier.

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The back of the seat.
The back of the seat just had the tray table.

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This chart shows why your next plane ticket will likely be way more expensive

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United Airlines plane at the gate during sunrise at San Francisco International Airport, California, October 19, 2024.
United Airlines hiked its bag fees by $10.

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United Airlines is the second US airline to hike bag fees as fuel prices climb

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Travelers wait in line at the United Airlines bag drop at O'Hare International Airport ahead of the Labor Day holiday weekend in Chicago, Illinois, US, on Friday, Sept. 1, 2023.
United Airlines' bag drop kiosk at Chicago's O'Hare International Airport.

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Alaska is rolling out a new business-class experience as it expands further into Europe and Asia. Here's what to expect.

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Alaska Airlines new 787 amenities.
Alaska wants its 787s to have a distinct Alaska identity and better compete with rivals American, Delta, and United.

Alaska Airlines

United is revamping one of its most hated regional jets. It's adding first-class and bins that fit carry-ons: See inside the CRJ450.

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United Airlines CRJ450.
United Airlines is revamping old regional planes with a refreshed premium-focused cabin with first class and closets.

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