A passenger brought spoiled meat and maggots aboard a US Airways flight. July 1, 2010— -- Just when you thought air travel couldn't get any worse, maggots falling from an overhead bin on a US ...

If you’re hoping to get overhead bin space on the airplane so you don’t have to check your bag, there’s one thing you can do to better your chances. Passengers with disabilities who require special ...

A frequent flyer recently fell out with cabin crew aboard an American Airlines flight after he moved a bag from above his seat to make room for his, not realizing that it belonged to a flight ...

It’s one of the most stressful questions for any traveler boarding an airplane: Will there be enough overhead space for my carry-on? I recently wrote about why carry-on bag allowance rules exist, and ...

A frequent flyer has shared their disbelief after witnessing a fellow passenger attempt to monopolize overhead bin space—not just for herself but for her husband, who had yet to board. The flyer, as ...

Here’s luggage advice all true travel pros should know. After going through the hell that is the airport security line, the only thing left to worry about is cramming your suitcase into an overhead ...

Airlines have tightened rules regarding portable batteries after a rise in episodes on planes in recent years. By Mark Walker and Livia Albeck-Ripka Livia Albeck-Ripka reported from Melbourne, ...

Airlines charging for checked bags has increased passenger demand for carry-on luggage. Passengers are not guaranteed overhead bin space, especially those who board later. To reduce stress, travelers ...

Cruising Altitude is a weekly column about air travel. Have a suggestion for a future topic? Fill out the form or email me at the address at the bottom of this page. It’s one of the most stressful ...