The New York Times – Travel:
The Federal Aviation Administration’s decision to limit Boeing’s production of 737 Max planes could hurt airlines that are struggling to buy enough new aircraft.
Category: Southwest Airlines Company
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Southwest Airlines Reaches Deal With Pilots Union
The New York Times – Travel:
The new contract would provide raises and better benefits, following similar deals at other big airlines.
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U.S. Fines Southwest Airlines $140 Million for Holiday Meltdown
The New York Times – Travel:
The penalty is by far the largest ever imposed by the Transportation Department on an airline for consumer protection violations.
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JetBlue Seeks Court Approval of its Acquisition of Spirit Airlines
The New York Times – Travel:
JetBlue Airways is trying to persuade a federal court to let it acquire Spirit Airlines, a deal that the Justice Department says will raise fares and reduce competition.
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American Airlines Pilots Ratify Contract Offering Big Raises
The New York Times – Travel:
Strong demand for air travel and a pilot shortage have strengthened the ability of unions across the industry to win gains in pay and benefits.
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Planning to Visit Hawaii? What to Know About Fires on Maui and Big Island
The New York Times – Travel:
Devastating fires on Maui and the Big Island have destroyed businesses and homes, and caused at least six deaths. They are also upending tourism, leaving travelers wondering what to do.
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Mother Flying With Daughter Sues Southwest After Being Accused of Trafficking
The New York Times – Travel:
An airline passenger said she and her daughter were racially profiled in 2021 while aboard a flight to Denver for a relative’s funeral.
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Airlines and F.A.A. Try to Head Off Summer Travel Meltdowns
The New York Times – Travel:
Having angered travelers and lawmakers, airline executives and aviation officials said they were reducing flights, hiring staff and making other changes to avoid disruptions this summer.
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Southwest Airlines Briefly Halts Takeoff of Flights
The New York Times – Travel:
The airline, which experienced a large meltdown around Christmas, resumed departures after suffering from technology problems.