On any given day flights depart with customers that should not be flying. If you have had a recent surgery, COPD, blood clots, had a...

Have you ever purchased a ticket for yourself and someone else? Then the other person was not able to travel? Tickets are...

The DOT has published "Aviation Consumer Protection Guidance". It outlines what the airlines should do for customers in relation to...

Have you ever had to check a bag at the gate? Many times airplanes run out of bag storage space. That is when the agent starts tagging...

The FAA is considering allowing the airlines to add names to a DO NOT FLY LIST. Really bad idea! As airport agents, we do have the...

A child traveling alone 5-14 years of age must have paperwork filed prior to travel. Children between 5-7 can only go on a non-stop...

Going Fishing? Taking a flight to your favorite fishing hole? Here is what you need to know. Allowance and requirements: Fishing Rods...

Going on a flight any time soon? Feeling a bit anxious? Thinking about getting a drink before you get on the airplane? Here is what...

Do you need oxygen? Are you going on a flight soon? What you need to know about using a portable oxygen concentrator? Requirements to...

What is Conditions of Carriage? It is an agreement between you and the airline you are traveling. Binding rules and regulations spelled...

Every day I encounter travelers with an instrument. I understand they cost a lot of money. If you are traveling with your instrument,...

Airline seats are small! If you need extra room there are many options. First Class, Much larger seats, between 5-8 inches wider. Much...

There are many reasons a flight is cancelled or delayed.  And there are many solutions to help you get to where you   are going. Weather...

Airline jargon,  What does that mean?  Everything is an acronym. 1.  ATC   Air Traffic Control          Government Agency that directs...

Have you ever book an airline ticket and then had a change of plans? Things you need to know: 1.)  Most non-refundable tickets allow...

If you are leaving the USA and going any where in the world you must check to see what documents are needed to travel. It is the...

Each individual airline must file with the FAA their rules about carry-on bags.  The   FAA is responsible to the airlines to make sure...

Have you ever been at the gate and the airline agent ask if you can give up your seat and take a later flight? Airlines overbook flights...

Do you need travel insurance? The short answer is YES! There are many choices for travel insurance.  If you are going on any trip, it...

Can I carry this through TSA? 1.)   Guns      NO (you would be amazed how many people forget they have a gun in their suitcase!  NOT...