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When president-elect Donald Trump takes office on January 20, these are some of the policy changes his administration could put into place that would alter the travel landscape.

Smoking is prohibited on airplanes, so why do airplanes still have any ashtrays at all? It turns out there is good reason for them, and you’ll be glad they’re there.

U.S. passports are normally processed in four to six weeks, but if the waiting seems endless, here’s how you can check your passport application or renewal status.

Funding has been set aside for large-scale improvements at dozens of U.S. hubs.

Mounting flight disruptions due to air traffic control shortfalls amid the weeks-long shutdown won’t be untangled overnight, even if lawmakers reach an agreement. Here’s what to expect in the coming days.

The newly passed Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) bill includes several measures to protect air travelers. Here’s what you need to know.

Passport panic? Here’s how to navigate getting a passport in under 24 hours.

With two-thirds of Americans still without a Real ID ahead of the October deadline, legislators have introduced a bill that would allow travelers to use their TSA PreCheck memberships instead.

The traveling public has been rocked by a series of airline accidents in 2025, raising alarms about commercial aviation safety. But are fears of flying justified? We asked aviation experts for their take on the situation.

The Department of Transportation has officially rolled back a Biden-era rule, thus allowing airlines to decide for themselves what to offer travelers when flights are canceled or significantly delayed.

The total number of U.S. national park units has been bumped up to 428 with the designation of these scenic trails: the Ice Age, the New England, and the North Country.

The Inca Trail has also been closed to travelers as antigovernment unrest that started last month gains momentum.

Legislation that will fundamentally improve the air travel experience is making its way through Congress. Here’s what to know.

Progress is being made on flight refund requests and travel expense reimbursements, too. But will Southwest be able to retain its loyal customer base following its epic operational meltdown?

The site reopened February 15, 2023, after being closed nearly a month ago amid antigovernment protests.