The New York Times – Travel:
The Transportation Department’s apparent openness to undoing government policies protecting the rights of airline passengers could have wide ramifications.
Category: Regulation and Deregulation of Industry
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Why Frequent Flier Programs Have Become Essential to Many Airlines
The New York Times – Travel:
The biggest U.S. airlines make billions of dollars from their loyalty programs and branded credit cards, which some analysts believe are now essential to the businesses.
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Trump Administration Drops Biden Plan for Flight Delay Compensation
The New York Times – Travel:
The Trump administration said it will withdraw former President Biden’s plan to require airlines to compensate passengers for carrier-caused disruptions.
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What to Know About Plane Maintenance After the South Korean Crash
The New York Times – Travel:
Airlines have been increasingly outsourcing repair and upkeep work to other countries, but experts and consumer groups disagree about its impact on safety.
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Former Boeing Manager Says Workers Mishandled Parts to Meet Deadlines
The New York Times – Travel:
Merle Meyers, who left Boeing last year after a 30-year career, said he was speaking publicly about his experience because he loved the company “fiercely.”
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How Boeing Favored Speed Over Quality for the 737 Max
The New York Times – Travel:
Problems have plagued the manufacturer even after two fatal crashes, and many current and former employees blame its focus on making planes more quickly.