Articles by Katie McFadden
Snake on a Plane: Passenger Arrested For Bringing Animal on easyJet Flight
Is that a snake on a plane? It sure was. Police were called to meet a plane that arrived in Britain after it was discovered that a passenger had brought a snake on board.
FAA Allows Electronic Devices to Be Used Throughout Flights
Airline passengers will be able to use electronic devices during all parts of a flight, the Federal Aviation Administration announced.
Spirit Airlines Considers Basing Fee Prices on Flight Demand
Flying on a peak travel day? Your airline fees could be pricier. Spirit Airlines is considering tying fees passengers pay to the demand for the flight.
McDonald's Bagged Coffee: Fast-Food Chain to Sell Coffee in Supermarkets
Love McDonald's coffee so much that you wish you could take it home? You might be able to soon!
Best in Airport Food & Beverages
Airport food may not be the best, but some airports offer better option than others. To acknowledge that, Moodie Reports revealed the third annual Airport Food & Beverage Awards at a ceremony in Dubai.
Disney Cruise Line Adds Lifeguards to Certain Ships
Cruise lines are not required to ave lifeguards, but among recent reports of children drowning on cruise ships and close calls, a major cruise line has started adding lifeguards to its line. Disney Cruise Line now has lifeguards watching over their pools on some ships.
Deep-Fried Twinkie Burger: Philadelphia Restaurant Unveils New Creation
So the deep-fried Twinkie burger is a thing. So the deep-fried Twinkie burger is a thing. Philadelphia's PYT, which is home to the deep-fried lasagna burger and the bacon taco burger, just released its latest ridiculous sandwich creation.
Best Time to Book Flights for the Holidays
Planning on traveling for the holidays? Better book right away! The prices tend to go up the closer it gets.
Off-Duty Pilot Groped Sleeping Teen on Delta Flight
An off-duty pilot groped a young girl who was sleeping on a Delta Air Lines flight on Saturday. The 14-year-old girl was sitting next to the man when the pilot grabbed her buttocks.
Allegiant Air Passengers Deal With 11 Hour Flight Delay for 1.5 Hour Flight
An Allegiant Air flight was delayed longer than it would have taken for passengers to drive to their destination. The flight took off 11 hours behind schedule. The flight was only an hour and a half.
Mets Player Latroy Hawkins Helps Subdue Rowdy Passenger on American Airlines Flight
A Major League Baseball player is being recognized for stepping in and helping to subdue an unruly passenger on a flight to Chile.
Will Smith Dead? Internet Hoax Claims Actor Died During Surgery
Will Smith is dead. At least that's what the Internet is saying. However the "Fresh Prince" didn't die. He's just the victim of an Internet death hoax.
Southwest Airlines Lets Passengers Borrow iPads During Certain Flights
Forgot to bring an iPad on your trip? Southwest Airlines will let you borrow one on certain flights.
Alaska Airlines Increases Minimum Check-in Time for Domestic Flights
Alaska Airlines is increasing its minimum check-in time for customers on most domestic flights. Instead of 30 minutes, passengers will have to check in at least 40 minutes before, regardless if their bag is checked or not. The minimum check-in time for international flights remains the same at 60 minutes.
Pasta and Depression: New Study Shows the Two are Linked
How can you be sad while eating pasta? A new study shows that pasta and depression are actually linked.
McDonald's Ketchup: Fast-Food Chain Does Away With Heinz Products
McDonald's is ending its relationship with Heinz ketchup. After being betrayed, the fast-food chain is breaking up and moving on to another condiment brand.
Thailand May Charge Tourists Entry Fee To Make Up For Unpaid Medical Bill Costs
Want to go to Thailand? You might have to pay a fee to get in the country just for being a tourist. You can thank other tourists who didn't pay their medical bills for that.
Crazy Ants: Mobs of Insects Invade Gulf Coast States
Crazy Ants are taking over and we're not talking about the ones that embarrass you at holiday gatherings. Tawny crazy ants are spreading throughout the Gulf Coast and they're no match for exterminators.
Dubai's Al Maktoum International Airport Welcomes First Passenger Flight
Dubai's second airport welcomed its first passengers this week. A flight with just over 100 passengers from Budapest reached Dubai's new Al Maktoum International Airport, which is expected to turn into the world's largest airport within the next decade.
St. Jude Storm: Travel Takes Hit Across Europe
A massive St. Jude Day storm has snarled travel across the United Kingdom. The strong storm has forced flight to be canceled, roads to be shut and trains to stop running, leaving commuters stranded.
Celine Dion Died? Singer Becomes Victim of Plane Crash Death Hoax
Celine Dion died. At least that's what the Internet is saying. However the "My Heart Will Go On Singer" isn't dead. She's just the victim of an Internet death hoax. Celine Dion is just fine.
2Face Idibia Dead? Nigerian Singer Becomes Victim of Internet Death Hoax
Tuface (2Face) Idibia is dead. At least that's what the Internet is saying, however the Nigerian singer didn't die. He's just the victim of an Internet death hoax. Idibia is just fine.
Boeing 747: Future of Iconic Aircraft Up in the Air as Production Slows
The Boeing 747 was once the most popular plane is the sky, but the huge jet may soon stop being produced.
DJ Mo Twister Dead? Internet Hoax Claims DJ Died in Car Crash
DJ Mo Twister is dead. At least that's what the Internet is saying. However the controversial disc jockey didn't die. He's just the victim of an Internet death hoax. DJ Mo Twister is just fine.
Rep. Raul Ruiz Helps Save Passenger During Medical Emergency on Flight
A California politician is being called a hero after he helped a fellow passenger who collapsed on a flight.
Enterprise Offers Special $9.99 Deal on Weekend Car Rentals
Need to rent a car for the weekend? Enterprise Rent-A-Car, North America's largest rental car brand, launched a special deal this fall travel season. The company recently announced its annual $9.99-per-day special weekend rate.
Ryan Reynolds Wax Figure Joins Madame Tussauds Hollywood
Want a picture with Ryan Reynolds? While you may not be lucky enough to touch him in person, Madame Tussauds Hollywood now has its own wax version of the hunky star.
Spirit Airlines Passengers Forced to Sleep in Florida Airport Due to Delays
Spirit Airlines passengers were not happy after their flight was delayed due to engine failure, leaving them stranded in Fort Lauderdale International Airport. Police from the Broward County Sheriff's Office had to be called to the airport as passengers became unruly.
13 Year Old Shot By Police: Andy Lopez Cruz Mistakenly Killed in California
A 13-year-old boy was shot by police on Tuesday. A sheriff's deputy thought the young boy was carrying an assault rifle along a California street, so he shot and killed the boy. The gun was fake.
JetBlue Debuts Special Aircraft for FDNY
Is that a flying fire truck? Nope it's just JetBlue's tribute to the New York City Fire Department and the FDNY Foundation as New York's Hometown Airline. The airline debuted a special aircraft called "Blue Bravest" which contains the FDNY shield.
