But this raises questions about the future of TSA’s increasingly popular PreCheck program, since the shoes-off requirement and other restrictions for standard screening are exactly what PreCheck was ...

Southwest Airlines no longer includes two free checked bags for all fares. Here’s who still qualifies, how much fees cost, and how it compares to other airlines.

As summer and fall travel approaches, air passengers can look forward to some significant changes in airport security ...

After Southwest made big changes to its baggage and seating policies, the CEO floated a few more ideas. What's on the table ...

Weeks after dropping its long-standing “bags fly free” policy, Southwest Airlines may be gearing up for broader changes.

The TSA, in coordination with the DOT and FAA, has issued an emergency order prohibiting the Samsung Galaxy Note 7 from being brought on any U.S. commercial aircraft due to safety concerns. The ...

Southwest Airlines has changed its rules around portable chargers and power banks. Moving forward if you want to charge your phone during a flight, your power bank will need to be visible when in use.

Southwest Airlines has implemented new portable charger flight rules to maximize flight safety. The updated policy focuses on lithium-ion battery safety, a growing concern for the airline industry ...

Citing safety concerns, Southwest Airlines will no longer allow passengers to charge devices with a power bank stowed inside a carry-on bag—going further than current FAA guidance.

Starting May 28, Southwest Airlines mandates visible portable chargers during flights to enhance safety, addressing risks of thermal runaway in lithium-ion batteries.

Summer vacations are here. But if you're flying with Southwest, you need to be aware of a new rule for portable chargers.