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RDU prepares for more than 100,000 travelers this Labor Day holiday
TSA estimates that more than 24,000 people will travel through Raleigh-Durham International Airport on Friday.
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FAA proposes airspace upgrade at Wilmington International Airport
The Federal Aviation Administration is proposing a major upgrade to the airspace over Wilmington International Airport.
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Passengers delayed on RDU tarmac overnight, what passengers should know about their rights
A viewer's tip led 5 On Your Side to investigate why passengers on an American Airlines flight from Chicago spent more than an hour waiting to get off their plane after landing at Raleigh-Durham International Airport overnight.
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Flying with kids? U.S. House passes bill that could expand TSA family lanes
Strollers, bags and long security lines can make family travel more stressful. A bipartisan House bill could expand TSA family lanes for travelers with children 12 and younger.
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Severe weather caused passengers to sit for hours at RDU Tuesday morning waiting to deplane
Many red-eye American Airlines flights were stuck on the taxiway for hours at Raleigh Durham International Airport early Tuesday morning.
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Jet Fuel Shortages Could Make Travel a ‘Total Mess’ This Summer
This summer is shaping up to be an expensive and uncertain time to fly, especially if you’re planning a European vacation. Volatile fuel prices because of the war in Iran are straining airlines around the world, but perhaps nowhere as much as in Europe, where jet fuel supplies could run low by mi...
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Trump’s new budget seeks TSA privatization
President Trump suggests using private companies at airports for security screening, instead of federal workers.
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Spring break surge boosts March travel; TSA furlough raises national security line concerns
While nationwide Transportation Security Administration delays tied to a federal shutdown have raised concerns about long lines, RDU officials say the airport continues to operate normally and advise travelers to plan ahead.
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Trump threatens to send federal immigration agents to airports amid DHS shutdown
Trump said ICE agents' work in airports would include "the immediate arrest of all Illegal Immigrants who have come into our Country."
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RDU faces ripple effect from nationwide air traffic controller shortage post-shutdown
With the government shutdown expected to end this week, airport disruptions will take some time to bounce back.
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Delay after delay after delay: Travelers lose a day, others consider airline alternatives
Frustrated travelers faced a day of delays as a series of delays disrupted air traffic across major hubs over the weekend. The FAA warns that more cancellations could be coming if the government shutdown is not resolved before Thanksgiving.
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Flight disruptions rap up as federal reductions continue
40 days into the government shutdown, cancellations for U.S. airlines topped 2,000 on Sunday. While RDU isn't one of the 40 airports facing cuts, travelers coming in and out of the airport tell WRAL News they are feeling the impact of these disruptions.
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The shutdown has disrupted air travel. Will that drive a surge in car rentals and train bookings?
The U.S. government shutdown has rattled air travel -- most recently with an unprecedented effort from the Federal Aviation Administration to cut flights by 10% at airports nationwide. And the disruptions are causing some to instead hit the road or buy a train ticket.
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What to know if your flight is delayed or canceled during the shutdown
WRAL 5 on Your Side's Keely Arthur breaks down what rights you have if you're seeking a refund on a flight that's been canceled or delayed.
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Travelers' rights regarding tickets, cancellations and more as airlines grapple with shutdown
Travel experts say passengers could expect mass chaos at the nation's airports. So what do you do if your trip is impacted?
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Flying during the shutdown: 5 on Your Side outlines travelers' rights
Flight cuts are about to become more common as the government shutdown continues. WRAL's 5 on Your Side outlines your rights as a ticket holder.
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Multiple airports refuse to play DHS video blaming Democrats for government shutdown
Several major U.S. airports are refusing to play a video of Secretary of Homeland Security Kristi Noem in which she blames Democrats for the federal government shutdown.
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Travelers at Charlotte Douglas prepare for potential government shutdown impacts
Nationwide, TSA officers and air traffic controllers are currently working without pay.
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RDU Airport now has 80 nonstop flights
Looking to get away? You can get to 80 destinations on direct flights from Raleigh-Durham International Airport.
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Johnston County woman goes into active labor on airplane
A Benson woman is looking for the Raleigh passengers who helped her while she went into labor on an airplane.
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New technology aims to improve airport security
New cutting-edge X-ray technology could change the way bags are scanned through airport security. WRAL takes a look inside the production facility where the technology is being developed.
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Triangle-based company transforms airport security technology, could allow items like water bottles
Quadridox, a Duke University spinout based in Hillsborough, is set to transform airport security with its innovative X-ray scanners. This technology promises faster and safer baggage screening, potentially allowing travelers to bring more items like water bottles through security checkpoints.
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Fact check: Did Trump's transportation secretary vote against air traffic control upgrades?
"When Sean Duffy was a congressman, he and other Republicans voted against upgrading air traffic control systems," Robert Reich, an economist who served as Clinton administration labor secretary, wrote May 13 on X.
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TSA says those without REAL ID can still fly should expect delays
Air travelers without a REAL ID could still board some commercial flights in the US, but can expect some extra steps that could delay their travel. According to a spokesperson with TSA, it is unclear how long these extra precautions will take. People without a REAL ID or other acceptable form of ID are advised to get to the airport much earlier than the recommended two hours.
