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Spirit is gone. Can the other budget airlines survive?
Sean Cudahy, The Points Guy
Other budget-focused airlines are rushing to fill Spirit's void, but it's still unclear whether they’ll fare much better.
May 20, 2026, 1:30 PM
Allegiant and Sun Country are officially one, large leisure airline
Edward Russell, The Points Guy
Allegiant Air and Sun Country merge to create eighth largest airline in the U.S.
May 13, 2026, 9:47 PM
TSA back to normal as longest shutdown ever ends: What travelers should do now
Sean Cudahy, The Points Guy
The longest federal government shutdown in history is over. However, concerns remain about future TSA checkpoint lines, and what the next shutdown could mean for air travel.
May 1, 2026, 12:15 PM
Not again? Fears of long TSA lines return as Congress remains deadlocked
Sean Cudahy, The Points Guy
Concerns about a resurgence in long backups at TSA checkpoints are building as emergency funding to pay officers could dry up soon.
Apr 28, 2026, 7:15 PM
Are cheap fares worth your tax dollars? Budget airlines want help paying for fuel
Sean Cudahy, The Points Guy
It's not just Spirit Airlines. The nation's budget carriers are asking the federal government for help paying for skyrocketing jet fuel costs.
Apr 28, 2026, 2:00 PM
American eyes closer partnership with 'fiercely independent' Alaska Airlines, but not a merger
Edward Russell, The Points Guy
American Airlines CEO Robert Isom sees opportunity for an expanded partnership with Alaska Airlines.
Apr 23, 2026, 3:00 PM
American-United merger buzz fades, but could another big airline deal be coming?
Sean Cudahy, The Points Guy
President Trump says he "doesn't like" the idea of an American-United merger, but speculation over an airline corporate deal is heating up.
Apr 22, 2026, 10:00 AM
TSA officers to get paid: Will airport security wait times improve?
Sean Cudahy, The Points Guy
The Trump administration ordered paychecks for TSA officers. Now, all eyes are on airport security checkpoints ahead of the weekend.
Mar 27, 2026, 2:03 AM
Allegiant waives change, cancel fees through end of the government shutdown as security lines grow
David Slotnick, The Points Guy
Allegiant to waive change and cancel fees on flights through the end of the government shutdown; United and Delta issued narrower waivers linked to TSA lines.
Mar 24, 2026, 7:00 PM
TSA wait times keep rising: TPG's tips for navigating security right now
Sean Cudahy, The Points Guy
TPG shares tips on how to get through TSA checkpoints as fast as possible during the partial federal government shutdown.
Mar 23, 2026, 10:00 PM
Hoping to avoid long airport security lines? Try these 20 airports
Sean Cudahy, The Points Guy
The Transportation Security Administration contracts out security at 20 airports across the U.S. And during a government shutdown, the lines may be much shorter.
Mar 23, 2026, 7:00 PM
Trump administration to send ICE officers to assist TSA at airports Monday
Sean Cudahy, The Points Guy
The Trump administration is sending ICE officers to assist the TSA at airports Monday, amid the ongoing partial government shutdown.
Mar 22, 2026, 5:33 PM
It could be another rough weekend at TSA checkpoints: What to expect, and TPG's tips to prepare
Sean Cudahy, The Points Guy
It could be another slow go at airport security checkpoints this weekend as the partial federal government shutdown hits the one-month mark.
Mar 13, 2026, 7:20 PM
Why it's so important to make sure your boarding pass says 'TSA PreCheck' right now
Sean Cudahy, The Points Guy
The U.S. government remains partially shutdown. If you're flying and have TSA PreCheck access, make sure all of your information is good to go.
Mar 11, 2026, 3:30 PM
BREAKING: Global Entry will resume Wednesday, Trump administration confirms
Sean Cudahy, The Points Guy
Global Entry will return on Wednesday after being suspended last month in the midst of the partial government shutdown.
Mar 11, 2026, 2:15 AM
TSA lines hit up to 3 hours at major hubs as partial government shutdown drags on
Sean Cudahy, The Points Guy
Wait times at TSA checkpoints escalated Sunday as staffing crunches across the country left passengers standing in long lines to get screened.
Mar 8, 2026, 11:17 PM
Airfare impact: Will the Middle East conflict lead to higher flight prices?
David Slotnick, The Points Guy
Travelers will hopefully see flight operations return to normal soon, but they may also see higher prices.
Mar 3, 2026, 10:30 PM
WestJet drops Raleigh-Durham, cuts 16 US routes amid travel decline
Edward Russell, The Points Guy
WestJet will end 16 U.S. routes this year as it adjusts to shifting Canadian travel patterns.
Feb 28, 2026, 2:00 PM
Getting a refund for a canceled or delayed flight: What to know in 2026
Sean Cudahy, The Points Guy
Though airlines might offer you a travel credit, you don't have to accept. If your flight is canceled, you are entitled to a full refund if you choose not to fly.
Jan 25, 2026, 7:00 PM
Airlines slash Caribbean flights, travelers stranded after US military operation in Venezuela
Sean Cudahy, The Points Guy
Airlines have canceled flights to and from Puerto Rico and the Caribbean on Saturday after the overnight U.S. military operation in Venezuela.
Jan 3, 2026, 4:08 PM
Spirit Airlines starts the year in turmoil, and 8 other air travel storylines we'll be watching in 2026
Sean Cudahy, The Points Guy
From Spirit Airlines starting the year in turmoil to the role of AI and new airline routes and destinations, here's a look at the year ahead in aviation news.
Jan 1, 2026, 8:00 PM
US government wants 5 years of foreign visitors' social media history and other personal info
Alison Fox, The Points Guy
International travelers headed to the U.S. may soon have to provide five years of social media history to enter the country.
Dec 11, 2025, 7:00 PM
Everything you need to know about visiting US national parks in 2026
Alison Fox, The Points Guy
In 2026, the National Park Service is changing its fee-free days, increasing entrance fees for international visitors, among other changes.
Dec 10, 2025, 9:00 PM
The impacts of an uncertain economic climate on travel
Clint Henderson and Chris Muscardin, The Points Guy
Falling travel demand, new trade conflicts and a falling U.S. dollar shook up travel in 2025, but economic uncertainty looms over 2026, too.
Dec 4, 2025, 11:30 AM
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