American Airlines and Flight Attendants Fail to Reach New Contract
Without a new contract, American Airlines flight attendants say they are preparing to potentially strike.
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American Airlines Hits Pause on Pilot Hiring
American is the latest major U.S. carrier to pause hiring new pilots. The carrier is facing a weaker financial outlook for the second quarter and is moderating its growth for the year.
Why JetBlue’s Baggage Change Leaves United Airlines on its Own
As JetBlue makes carry-on bags free for all passengers, is United's isolated market positioning becoming increasingly untenable?
FAA Seeks to Toughen Safety Rules on Public Charter Carriers Like JSX
The move could be a blow to carriers like JSX, whose appeal is in part offering customers a private jet-like experience.
U.S. Airlines Gear Up for 2024 Democratic and Republican Conventions
United and American are increasing the number of flights to Milwaukee and Chicago this summer for the Republican and Democratic National Conventions.
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Will There Be Summer Sunshine for U.S. Airlines?
It’s shaping up to be a great summer for U.S. airlines. Strong demand. Constrained supply. Moderate fuel prices. Yet struggles are rife—from American’s distribution missteps to Southwest’s costs concerns, to questions about the viability of the ultra-LCC business model.
Southwest Faces Activist Pressure as Elliott Takes Nearly $2 Billion Stake
In a letter to Southwest's board of directors, Elliot said it wanted a new CEO at the airline, along with other major changes.
Flight Attendants’ Union Rejects American Airlines’ 17% Pay Increase Proposal
The union that represents American Airlines flight attendants rejected the carrier's proposal to increase wages by 17%. Now, American flight attendants are preparing for the possibility to strike.
American Airlines’ Distribution Disaster: IATA Chief Willie Walsh Weighs In
Speaking to Skift, the former British Airways CEO gave his informed perspective on the problems at American Airlines.
Behind Delta’s Strength: CEO Ed Bastian Talks Strategy as Competitors Stumble
Bastian’s drive for simplicity at Delta follows a disastrous week for rival American Airlines, which cut ties with its chief commercial officer and lowered its financial outlook.