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LAX Automated People Mover Delayed Over 2 Years, May Miss World Cup

The $3.34 billion rail project to connect LAX terminals and parking is now expected to open in late 2026.

Runaway Boat Careens Across Major LA Freeway

The vessel detached from a U-Haul trailer and flew over the center median, narrowly missing a Tesla in the fast lane.

United flight returns to LA after engine issue

Passengers deplaned on taxiway after emergency landing

Flights from LAX to Middle East Canceled Amid Iran Conflict

Several Middle East countries closed their airspace, stranding hundreds of thousands of travelers globally.

United Airlines flight returns to LAX after engine fire reports

Plane evacuated with no reported injuries after emergency landing

United Airlines Flight Evacuated at LAX After Engine Fire

Passengers rushed off plane after smoke reported during takeoff

United Flight Makes Emergency Landing And Evacuation At LAX

Plane bound for New Jersey had to turn back shortly after takeoff due to reported engine issue.

United Airlines Flight Makes Emergency Landing Over Possible Engine Fire

No serious injuries reported as passengers evacuated plane at LAX

United Airlines flight returns to LAX for emergency landing

No injuries reported as plane turned around less than an hour into Newark-bound trip

Miami International Airport Announces $1 Billion Upgrade

The major renovation will focus on Concourse D, Gate D60, and add 17 new gates.

El Al Flight Delayed After Luggage Tagged With 'Free Palestine' Stickers

Passengers' bags removed from plane, leading to 62-minute delay on flight from LA to Tel Aviv

British Airways Crew Sickened After Consuming Marijuana Gummies

Three cabin crew members reportedly ate THC-infused gummies given to them by a passenger.

Passenger Accidentally Boards Wrong Flight, Ends Up in Tokyo Instead of Nicaragua

United Airlines apologizes and offers travel credits after customer's mid-air realization of boarding mistake.

Turbulence Injures United Flight Attendants After Warning Not Relayed

NTSB investigation finds air traffic controller failed to pass along report of 'moderate turbulence' to pilots before incident.

Passenger Accidentally Boards Wrong Flight, Ends Up in Tokyo

United Airlines passenger headed from LA to Nicaragua ends up in Japan after mix-up