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Southwest flights to Houston diverting to other cities due to ‘hot brakes’ emergency at Hobby Airport
Read full article: Southwest flights to Houston diverting to other cities due to ‘hot brakes’ emergency at Hobby AirportSeveral flights with Southwest Airlines that were scheduled to fly into Houston are diverting to other nearby cities due to an emergency at the William P. Hobby Airport.
New rules about airline cancellation, baggage delays Houston residents should know about
Read full article: New rules about airline cancellation, baggage delays Houston residents should know aboutNo matter which airline you choose, unexpected fees seem to add up. This is the first summer travel season where new travel rules now in place. KPRC 2′s Bill Spencer looks into the things you need to know before taking your next trip.
United Airlines ‘closely monitoring’ tropical storm forecast for flights in and out of Houston airports this week
Read full article: United Airlines ‘closely monitoring’ tropical storm forecast for flights in and out of Houston airports this weekUnfavorable weather conditions may be the only thing stopping you from reaching your vacation destination this week.
Dozens of United Airlines passengers headed to Houston fall ill after international cruise
Read full article: Dozens of United Airlines passengers headed to Houston fall ill after international cruiseAccording to Houston firefighters, at least 25 people on the flight reported feeling sick due to a cruise they were on.
Loose bolts on Boeing 737 Max 9 planes discovered by United Airlines: What attorney is saying to KPRC 2 Investigates
Read full article: Loose bolts on Boeing 737 Max 9 planes discovered by United Airlines: What attorney is saying to KPRC 2 InvestigatesMore loose bolts were identified on Boeing 737 Max 9 planes. The findings came after all 737 Max 9 were grounded over the weekend after a sealed door blew off the side of an Alaska Airlines Max 9 flight on Saturday.
Houston Airports experiencing flight delays, cancellations amid heavy rainfall, thunderstorms
Read full article: Houston Airports experiencing flight delays, cancellations amid heavy rainfall, thunderstormsHouston Airports are experiencing some flight delays as heavy rainfall hits the Houston area this Friday.
Here are the airports with the worst weather-related travel delays this holiday season
Read full article: Here are the airports with the worst weather-related travel delays this holiday seasonWhile traveling may be blissful for some this holiday season, many travelers will experience issues and delays as they try to get to their destinations this year.
Houston Airports expected to set record this year with winter holiday travel: These are the busiest days
Read full article: Houston Airports expected to set record this year with winter holiday travel: These are the busiest daysHouston Airports says it is ready to welcome its largest winter holiday travel crowd on record, reportedly exceeding the passenger total set in 2019.
Amazon offers $25 flights for select group; If you think it’s too good to be true, we tried it for ya
Read full article: Amazon offers $25 flights for select group; If you think it’s too good to be true, we tried it for yaThe holidays can be a difficult time for college students who are living out of state, searching for a way to get back home to their families.
United Airlines lifts nationwide ground stop following ‘systemwide technology issue’
Read full article: United Airlines lifts nationwide ground stop following ‘systemwide technology issue’United Airlines has lifted a nationwide ground stop Tuesday following a “systemwide technology issue,” the airline said.
2 United flights land safety after possibly striking birds during takeoff at Bush Airport
Read full article: 2 United flights land safety after possibly striking birds during takeoff at Bush AirportTwo separate United Airlines flights made an emergency landing at Bush Airport after both planes possibly struck birds upon takeoff late Tuesday evening.
Attention, travelers: IAH parking garages at capacity as spring break travel ensues
Read full article: Attention, travelers: IAH parking garages at capacity as spring break travel ensuesIf you have plans to travel from the George Bush Intercontinental Airport and you wanted to park your car there, you may want to consider other options.
‘We just had to leave’: Texans leave Florida ahead of Hurricane Ian
Read full article: ‘We just had to leave’: Texans leave Florida ahead of Hurricane IanAt Bush Intercontinental Airport, there are several flight arrivals from Florida with many Texans leaving the Sunshine State as The National Hurricane Center forecasts show Hurricane Ian hitting the state’s Gulf Coast.
KPRC 2 Investigates new proposed rules to make it easier for airline passengers to get refunds
Read full article: KPRC 2 Investigates new proposed rules to make it easier for airline passengers to get refundsIf you have travel plans for this Labor Day weekend and it involves flying, you’re probably already checking for potential delays. It’s been a bumpy ride coming back from the pandemic - with frequent flight delays and cancellations. And if you do run into an issue, getting a refund is not easy. But help may be on the way. There are new proposed rules to help passengers.
Spirit Airlines seeks to fill about 200 flight attendant positions in Houston; Here’s what to know about hiring event
Read full article: Spirit Airlines seeks to fill about 200 flight attendant positions in Houston; Here’s what to know about hiring eventSpirit Airlines is searching to fill about 200 flight attendant positions in Houston, with work beginning this fall.
Canceled flights rise across US as summer travel heats up
Read full article: Canceled flights rise across US as summer travel heats upU.S. airlines canceled high numbers of flights for a second straight day on Friday as they tried to recover from storms while accommodating growing crowds of summer vacationers.
Catch a nonstop flight from Houston to Destin, Florida, with this jetliner
Read full article: Catch a nonstop flight from Houston to Destin, Florida, with this jetlinerJSX, an airline company out of Hobby Airport, wants to help you summer travels by offering several opportunities to go to Destin, FL from now until August 31.
Inside The Post Oak Hotel’s newest Houston wine destination Stella’s Wine Bar
Read full article: Inside The Post Oak Hotel’s newest Houston wine destination Stella’s Wine BarTilman Fertitta’s Post Oak Hotel just opened up a brand-new wine destination, Stella’s Wine Bar - with access to the hotel’s award-winning cellar!
Southwest Airlines to begin flights from Bush Airport for the first time in 16 years
Read full article: Southwest Airlines to begin flights from Bush Airport for the first time in 16 yearsBeginning Monday, April 12, Southwest Airlines will begin flying passengers at George Bush Intercontinental Airport for the first time in 16 years. The flights will be non-stop to five destinations.
Elected officials respond to foreign nationals traveling into Houston for COVID-19 vaccine
Read full article: Elected officials respond to foreign nationals traveling into Houston for COVID-19 vaccineHOUSTON – Texas Senator Borris Miles, who is the highest-ranking Democratic member of the State Senate’s Health and Human Services committee, responded to a KPRC investigation into foreign nationals traveling to Houston to get vaccinated. The vaccines should go to the people of the State of Texas,” Miles said. Governor Dan Patrick told KPRC 2 Thursday the system isn’t perfect. Florida is already shutting down what’s been called “vaccine tourism.”“It’s not for people that are just visiting,” said Gov. An approach State Senator Miles is in agreement with.
Spring Branch mother struggling to get United refund for $2,300 after coronavirus ruined plans
Read full article: Spring Branch mother struggling to get United refund for $2,300 after coronavirus ruined plansHOUSTON – One Spring Branch woman said it has been a nightmare trying to get a refund from United Airlines. With coronavirus death toll was rising, Gardner, her children, and several family members opted out of the trip. Another week went by; she said she called Wednesday. About 40 minutes later, she said she spoke with a United representative, who told her the request was denied because she voluntarily canceled the flight. Gardner said the representative said the best offer was to submit her refund request.