Airline worker dies after vehicle crashed into jet bridge at Austin airport An employee was operating a ground service vehicle at the time The Independent UK · Apr 21, 2023
Topless passenger arrested after losing his temper over a window seat The man was seen shouting and confronting crew members The Independent UK · Apr 19, 2023
'I’m a flight attendant and here's why you should never wear flip-flops on a plane' Andrea Fischbach, an American Airlines worker, has urged people not to wear high heels on a plane, noting that they are not the most comfortable footwear to slip on when moving between gates at an airport Daily Mirror · Apr 18, 2023
Southwest, American or Spirit for a last-minute trip? Your ticket could be pricey DALLAS — If you’re looking for a quick getaway or need to travel immediately, Southwest Airlines and American Airlines could get you there for under $300 on short notice, according to a recent study. Tribune News Service · Apr 17, 2023
Flight attendant's heartbreaking plea to owners travelling with their pets A flight attendant has taken to social media to urge pet owners to provide vital information before putting their furry friends in the cargo hold in a bid to make them easier to calm Daily Mirror · Apr 12, 2023
Most airline pilots are men. Why aren’t there more women in the industry? Captain Beth Powell of American Airlines enjoyed all subjects in school that had numbers. Tribune News Service · Apr 11, 2023
American Airlines flight attendants picket at DFW Airport after four years without a raise DALLAS — It’s been four years since American Airlines flight attendants last got a pay raise and the union representing them wants to keep the issue in front of the flying public as an expected busy summer travel season approaches. Tribune News Service · Apr 4, 2023
Contract would bring $8 billion to American Airlines pilots, says CEO American Airlines CEO Robert Isom says pilot pay would be boosted by $8 billion over four years under a contract proposed by the Fort Worth carrier. Tribune News Service · Apr 3, 2023
Four states join US suit against JetBlue buyout of Spirit JetBlue Airways on Monday said it is “unfortunate” that another four states have joined a federal lawsuit against its buyout of Miramar-based Spirit Airlines, saying their position would only help tighten the grip that bigger airlines hold over the U.S. marketplace. Tribune News Service · Apr 3, 2023
News briefs Lawmakers open to Biden’s call to claw back SVB executive pay Tribune News Service · Mar 28, 2023
Can California put an end to corporate greenwashing? LOS ANGELES — Nearly three years ago, American Airlines pledged to eradicate its greenhouse gas emissions by 2050 in an effort to help avoid the most catastrophic effects of climate change. Los Angeles Times · Mar 27, 2023
AirFly review: the best Bluetooth headphone adapter for frequent flyers Love flying? Hate headphone wires? Twelve South's AirFly SE is an neat and easy solution T3 · Mar 22, 2023
9/11: The Fifth Plane Doc Release: Air Steward Recalls Being Interviewed About Aircraft By FBI An air steward opens up about being interviewed by the FBI in the aftermath of 9/11 in a new documentary. Cinemablend · Mar 21, 2023
American and Southwest still fall short for getting passengers on-time post-pandemic As passengers came out of pandemic restrictions and pent-up demand to travel in 2022, airline on-time arrival rates still lagged 2019 levels at most of the country’s major carriers including Fort Worth-based American Airlines and Dallas-based Southwest Airlines. Tribune News Service · Mar 20, 2023
Tribune News Service · Mar 20, 2023 Texas companies resumed 2022 PAC donations to Jan. 6 election objectors they had cut off WASHINGTON — In the aftermath of the Jan. 6 attack on the U.S. Capitol, major companies and trade associations announced they would at least temporarily halt campaign donations to lawmakers who objected to certifying President Joe Biden’s victory.
Tribune News Service · Mar 20, 2023 Man dies after defibrillator on American Airlines plane wasn’t charged, lawsuit claims DALLAS — A lawsuit against Fort Worth-based American Airlines says a man died on a flight in June after an onboard defibrillator failed to work because it wasn’t charged.
The New Daily · Mar 18, 2023 Airliner innovations that aim to make the skies comfy and green From actual beds to more comfort in Economy, the best innovations in air travel could shape a more sustainable and accessible future.
The Independent UK · Mar 16, 2023 Planes in Florida close call were cleared to use same runway Federal investigators say an air traffic controller cleared one plane to land and another to take off from the same runway in Florida last month
The Independent UK · Mar 16, 2023 When does travel brand loyalty make sense? Sticking with one airline, hotel or car rental brand and avoiding others is the basic premise of brand loyalty
Tribune News Service · Mar 14, 2023 Fights are still breaking out on airplanes even as pandemic restrictions loosen Dallas-Fort Worth’s hometown air carriers are still breaking up fights and subduing unruly passengers nearly a year after the face mask mandate dropped, with incidents often caught on camera and posted to social media.
The Independent UK · Mar 14, 2023 American Airlines passenger demands removal of NFL athlete from flight for ‘clearing his throat’ ‘I’m sure if you check our status, my status is higher than his is,’ traveller allegedly says of record-breaking star said
The Conversation · Mar 11, 2023 JetBlue merger with Spirit not cleared for takeoff – why Justice Department is suing to scupper deal The U.S. Department of Justice has intervened to block a proposed deal that would see carrier JetBlue buy budget service Spirit Airlines.
Chicago Sun-Times · Mar 10, 2023 Jim Frost, who captured Mirage tavern bribes as a Sun-Times photographer, dead at 79 He worked incredibly hard to get to a big city paper. His fresh face that no one would recognize got him on the Mirage assignment and a place in the history books.
Tribune News Service · Mar 8, 2023 American Airlines CEO Robert Isom says carrier ‘is prepared to match Delta pay rates’ American Airlines CEO Robert Isom says the Fort Worth-based carrier “is prepared to match” rival Delta’s new pilot contract by raising pay a cumulative 40% over four years and improving profit sharing.
The Independent UK · Mar 6, 2023 American Airlines passengers forced to sleep on airport floor If American carriers are responsible for a delay or cancellation, they are obligated to offer a voucher for an approved hotel