Author: Dawn Gilbertson, USA TODAY

Travelers can change their flight without the usual penalties. Other airlines are working with concerned travelers on a case-by-case basis.

The airline is testing an option for travelers to reach out via text message with flight questions or concerns.

The Denver-based discount airline is expanding heavily in Las Vegas, with new flights from Los Angeles, Phoenix, Portland and other cities.

Southwest, American, United and Alaska airlines are all selling flights scheduled on the Max for post-Labor Day travel.

TSA, trying to boost enrollment in the expedited security program, is studying options including a shorter, cheaper membership and mobile enrollment.

Visitors who don’t venture beyond Waikiki Beach in Honolulu on the island of Oahu are missing out on some beach gems. Venture out and you’ll find sea turtles and solitude.

Here’s a good reason for iPhone users to disable AirDrop while on planes: A Texas woman forgot and another passenger sent her unsolicited nude photos.

The airlines have taken the grounded planes out of their schedule into early September. Affected travelers will be rebooked or offered refunds.

American plans to let travelers pay for bags before they get to the airport beginning this fall. United, Delta and discount airlines already do.

A United Chicago-to-LA flight was dubbed the “Flight for the Planet” because it showcased steps the airline is taking to reduce its carbon footprint.