Nov. 3—Rancid bacon fat might not sound revolutionary, but at New Mexico State University, it might be the key to creating an all-natural mosquito repellent. As Texas archeologist Gus Acosta was ...

The International Air Transport Association (IATA), representing 330 airlines worldwide, highlighted this growing problem at a recent event. Nick Careen, IATA's head of operations and safety, ...

Nicknamed “gate lice” by industry insiders, such pushy passengers have become an increasing irritant for carriers as travel demand climbs to record levels. The International Air Transport ...

American Airlines is testing new technology to end a process known as "gate lice," which is when passengers cut lines in hopes of boarding a flight early. The system audibly flags when a passenger ...

There’s a not-very-flattering term for those exhibiting the behavior: “gate lice.” It might feel harmless, but swarming the gate can lead to congestion, confusion and longer wait times.

There’s even a term being used for such passengers online: gate lice. Enjoy the latest local, national and international news. Enjoy the latest local, national and international news.

‘Gate lice’ are those impatient passengers, who board before their designated group is called, in an attempt to get on the aircraft early and secure overhead bin space. This often leads to chaos and ...

What do you feel when you see this? Meaghan Kenny: My first thought when you asked us to debate gate lice was, “What do I think of somebody boarding a flight knowing they have lice?” ...

Regular travelers have recently started calling it gate lice — the gathering of fliers at the boarding gate long before their zone is called. American Airlines is taking steps to swat away the ...