When it comes to aviation accidents, bad weather and human error are often to blame.

Go on an adventure with reasonable airfares that let you circle the globe.

Depending on how the statistics are sliced, private planes may be even more dangerous than the leading cause of transportation deaths in America: cars.

NASA’s projects are radically redesigning passenger aircraft to reduce fuel use and pollution.

About 20% of us have a genetic propensity that may compel us toward adventure and exploration.

Weather has grounded the Solar Impulse 2's trip across the Pacific Ocean, but when its pilots embark on the flight, they'll use meditation to stay alert.

It’s not possible to avoid all delays, but you can put the odds in your favor.

A solar-powered airplane soared over the Pacific Ocean, from Japan to Hawaii, and set a slew of new world records in the process.

A pair of British pilots recently pulled off a daring aviation stunt, becoming the first to fly two planes in formation through a building.

Here are the commercial airport runways that will leave you white-knuckled.

The ARK at JFK will boast luxurious accommodations for all species — but not people.

Here are examples of creative design and artwork on commercial airliners.

In which I try a different way to fly, and find them both wanting.

Bleary-eyed travelers everywhere rejoice! There may be a solution for jet lag symptoms.

Genetic tests are showing that individuals from Texas might breed with individuals from Japan or South America.

Learn more about those weird-looking thingamabobs down there.

The FAA has warned that some unidentified tests on the West Coast will jam GPS signals — but how do pilots deal?

Jet lag dogs even the most frequent of flyers. Here's how to keep yourself well-rested and ready to take in the sights.

Solar Impulse 2, the solar-powered plane, traveled across four continents, three seas and two oceans with Bertrand Piccard, Andre Borschberg at the helm.

The Airlander 10 is a helium-filled airship intended for surveillance, communications and aid deliveries.

The Virgin Galactic founder envisions a near-future where space travel is as easy (and luxurious) as first-class air travel.

Despite fantastic cabin service and other amenities, these sky marathons can tax even seasoned travelers.

Are you spontaneous enough to take a surprise vacation? Try travel company Pack Up + Go.

Air travel could continue to get cheaper but it could also get a lot less comfortable, as seat sizes shrink and the differences between classes gets wider.

Travel destinations are beginning to cater to visitors who would rather immerse themselves in local culture than just tour a place.

If you prefer a window, does that mean that you're more selfish?

Whether it's a delay or a layover, here's a guide on surviving being at the airport for a while.

Cleaner, cheaper and sometimes more reliable, solar (and wind!) get their chance to fly.

Flying pets in the cargo hold can be a risky proposition, but sometimes you have no choice.

More and more airports are offering installations from the realms of art and tech as a way to help travelers de-stress.

These five strategies may help you beat jet lag and sleepless hotel nights when you travel on vacation.

When Darcy was in distress, JetBlue attendants rushed to her aid with ice and oxygen.

Prices are low, values are high and there aren't a lot of crowds in shoulder season.

Singapore's Changi Airport outdoes itself once again.

During the government shutdown, TSA workers need a little help, and local airports and travelers are stepping up to help

Three circus lions and a cub fly thousands of miles to their forever home in South Africa.

Is the government really spraying toxic substances at 50,000 feet? Probably not, but here's what's happening with chemtrails.

Photographer Michael Marston captures airplane's rainbow trail in pictures and video.

The Swedish 'flygskam' translates as 'flight shame' — and it seems to be working.

The rules for service and support animals are changing rapidly.

With fears of the coronavirus — and flu season — here's how to stay safe on a plane.

Whether it's Dry January or Dry July, a month off from alcohol could be good for your body.

This ultra-strong, ultra-thin supermaterial could yield a technological revolution.

This map helps you find the antipodes (the other side of the world) of any place on Earth.

Theory explains many of the bizarre observations made in quantum mechanics.

IEA report calculates the promise of wind energy in the coming years, and it's immense.

Scientists have just made the most precise measurement yet of how fast the universe is expanding.

Grandma's chicken soup has got nothing on these miraculous broths.

The genetically modified rice variety is laced with essential vitamins.

Study found high levels of mercury in California's fog, but the problem likely extends around the world.