Five major airlines are suing the U.S. government over a rule that punished them for damaging passengers’ wheelchairs
More than 11,500 wheelchairs and scooters were mishandled by airlines in 2023, according to the Department of Transportation.
Major US airlines challenge Biden-era DOT wheelchair accessibility rule
The DOT's Biden-era rule protecting travelers with mobility devices is being brought to court by major U.S. airlines.
Southwest Airlines Could Fly High On Demand Growth, But Needs To Improve Margins
Southwest Airlines' gross and net income margins could use improvement vs. peers, as well as its dividend growth trend. See ...
Did Southwest Airlines Conduct Mass Layoffs in Preparation for JetBlue Merger? What We Know
The unconfirmed combination could hold benefits for both carriers, but would likely encounter significant regulatory hurdles.
Airlines look to remove consumer protections for travelers who use wheelchairs
Trade group for American, Delta, JetBlue, Southwest and United say carriers are mishandling fewer passenger wheelchairs.
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Airlines Sue to Avoid Consequences for Breaking Disabled Travelers’ Wheelchairs
In addition to the new rule, the Department of Transportation also fined American Airlines $50 million last October for its ...
Airlines seek to overturn Biden rules for travelers with wheelchairs
Airlines are seeking to undo Biden administration rules that required enhanced training for workers and protection for ...
Southwest Airlines’ First Major Job Cut in 53 Years Is Set to Reduce 15% Staff
Southwest Airlines (LUV) is about to implement its first-ever major job cut in 53 years, reducing 15% of its corporate staff.
The government is employing fewer people and they're traveling less. United Airlines could lose millions of dollars.
Government employee travel, which makes up 2% of the company's business, "has fallen off" after the inauguration, United ...
Winter Storm: Airlines Issue Travel Alerts For Tuesday And Wednesday
Air travelers scheduled to fly Tuesday and Wednesday may encounter flight delays and cancellations, particularly in the ...
What Are Southwest Airlines' Top Boeing 737-800 Routes From Oakland?
Los Angeles International Airport (LAX) is the most frequent route from Oakland Airport onboard Southwest’s 737-800 aircraft.
2 biggest airlines in Canada land more late flights than other major North American carriers
Canada’s two biggest airlines were the worst last month among North America’s 10 major carriers in getting passengers to ...