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Wings & Things Festival and Fly-In returns to Douglas Municipal Airport

Annual aviation event features vintage aircraft, food, music, and more on March 21

Delta Flight Diverted After Attack on Iran

Plane from Abu Dhabi to Atlanta stops in New York to refuel due to military action

Atlanta Airport Celebrates 100 Years with New Exhibit

Ahead of 2026 FIFA World Cup, airport showcases its history and role in Atlanta's growth

Delta Flight Forced to Return to Savannah Airport After Engine Failure

Plane's left engine failed shortly after takeoff, sparking a runway fire that was quickly contained.

Plane Suffers Mid-Air Engine Failure with Ex-F1 Team Boss on Board

Former Formula 1 team principal Otmar Szafnauer was aboard the Delta flight that experienced an engine failure shortly after takeoff.

Delta flight makes emergency landing after engine failure

Plane forced to return to Savannah airport after engine fire during takeoff

Delta Flight Returns to Savannah Airport After Engine Issue Sparks Grass Fire

No impact to airport operations as emergency crews respond to blaze near runway

Global Entry Program Shut Down Amid Government Shutdown

Travelers face longer customs lines as DHS suspends trusted traveler program

Delta Flight Returns to Savannah Airport After Engine Issue Sparks Grass Fire

Passengers safely deplaned after mechanical problem led to emergency landing and fire response.

DHS Reverses Decision to Suspend TSA PreCheck and Global Entry

The agency had planned to divert resources to assist the general traveling public amid a winter storm.

Storms and Unrest Disrupt Air Travel at Atlanta Airport

Hundreds of flights delayed or canceled due to Northeast winter storm and civil unrest in Mexico

Delta flight to Atlanta returns to Savannah airport due to engine trouble

The plane landed safely after experiencing a mechanical issue with the left engine.

DHS Reverses Decision to Suspend TSA PreCheck and Global Entry

The agency had planned to temporarily halt the expedited security programs due to funding issues, but quickly reversed course.

DHS Reverses Decision to Suspend TSA PreCheck and Global Entry

The agency had planned to redirect staff to assist the broader traveling public amid a winter storm.

Flight Attendants Warn: Never Remove Shoes on Planes

Removing shoes during a flight may feel comfortable, but aviation professionals strongly discourage it for hygiene and safety reasons.

DHS Reverses Decision to Suspend TSA PreCheck and Global Entry

The agency had planned to temporarily halt the programs due to funding lapse, but quickly reversed course.

PreCheck Remains Operational at Atlanta Airport

TSA to evaluate PreCheck on 'case by case basis' amid staffing constraints

Atlanta Airport Plans $26.8M Concourse C Gate Overhaul

Hartsfield-Jackson to modernize aging infrastructure and increase gate flexibility.

MARTA to Install New Fare System at Airport Station

Faregates to Close for Much of March, Reopening Scheduled for March 28th

Plane Makes Emergency Landing on Georgia Road, Crashes into Cars

Pilot radioed air traffic control saying he didn't think he'd make it back to the airport