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FAA probes union claims Boeing retaliated against two engineers in 2022: The Federal Aviation Administration said Tuesday it is investigating claims by a union ...
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Quick Glance: Boeing faces revenue decline after 7 quarters with decreasing deliveries
- Boeing experienced a revenue decline in the last quarter, marking the first time in seven quarters as aircraft deliveries decrease.
- The quarterly revenue amounted to $16.57 billion, surpassing the expectations of $16.23 billion.
- Boeing aims to deliver a significant portion of its inventory of 737s and 787s by the end of the year to generate much-needed capital.
- Operating margins at Boeing's defense business improved to 2.2% in the quarter, compared to a negative value of 3.2% a year ago.
Feds Investigate Tesla's Autopilot Safety Fix, Citing Crash Concerns: US transportation authorities are looking into whether Tesla's Autopilot changes rolled out ...
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Quick Glance: Investigation of Tesla's Autopilot Recall Effectiveness
- The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration is investigating Tesla's Autopilot recall after 20 more crashes occurred post-recall.
- The recall involved over 2 million vehicles and utilized an online software update to enhance driver warnings.
- Concerns were raised regarding the recall's efficacy as crashes persisted after the fix.
- The investigation aims to determine why post-recall issues were not addressed and whether they pose a safety risk.
What to Know About the New Rules on Airline Refunds and ‘Junk’ Fees: The Transportation Department issued new requirements on refunds when flights are canceled ...
nytimes.com/2024/04/24/travel/airline-refunds-fees.html
Quick Glance: New Rules for Airline Refunds and Fees
- The Transportation Department will require airlines to automatically refund fares when flights are canceled or delayed and to reveal more about extra fees before booking.
- The department's new rules target the issues of refunds and surprise fees late in the booking process.
- Passenger advocates welcome the new steps as a massive improvement in consumer rights and passenger protection.
- Starting in October, the new D.O.T. rules will include a unified definition for a "significant" delay.
Airlines must pay you back for flight cancellations, major delays. How much will you get under new rule?
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Buttigieg says Boeing must meet FAA quality plan before raising 737 MAX output: U.S. Transportation Secretary Pete Buttigieg said on Wednesday that Boeing must ...
reuters.com/business/aerospace-defense/buttigieg-says-boeing-must-meet-faa-quality-plan-before-raising-737-max-output-2024-04-24/
Open seating no more? Southwest CEO says airline is weighing cabin changes: Southwest Airlines is considering changes to its single-class, open-seating cabins to ...
cnbc.com/2024/04/25/southwest-weighing-cabin-changes-to-drive-revenue.html
Quick Glance: Is Southwest Ending Free Seating?
- Southwest Airlines is seriously considering seating allocation and passenger boarding to enhance its financial performance.
- Unlike most other airlines, Southwest does not have a premium section with higher fares.
- The airline is closely examining customer preferences regarding seating and boarding processes.
- Experts believe that Southwest could potentially earn a significant amount of money by introducing assigned seating.
BREAKING: The US Federal Aviation Administration issued a ground stop advisory for all Alaska Airlines' mainline and subcarrier flights and that flights for ...
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Airlines will now give automatic refunds when your flight is delayed: The new DOT regulations mean passengers can also get automatic refunds when their checked ...
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US FAA to mandate use of safety tool by charter airlines, manufacturers: The Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) on Monday said it is finalizing new rules ...
reuters.com/business/aerospace-defense/us-faa-mandate-use-safety-tool-by-charter-airlines-manufacturers-2024-04-22/
SunRail link to airport, theme parks would multiply riders and cost billions: SunRail would carry ten times as many riders with links to Orlando's airport ...
orlandosentinel.com/2024/04/25/sunrail-link-to-airport-theme-parks-would-multiply-riders-and-cost-billions/
FAA now requires reentry vehicles to get licensed before launch: Commercial operators must try Varda
theregister.com/2024/04/22/faa_now_requires_reentry_vehicles/
Biden administration cracks down on junk fees in air travel: The Biden administration finalized rules on Wednesday requiring airlines to automatically refund ...
thehill.com/business/4616651-biden-administration-cracks-down-on-junk-fees-in-air-travel/
Interstate 70 on-ramp in downtown Columbus closing for years. Will it impact your commute?
dispatch.com/story/news/traffic/2024/04/23/i-70-state-route-315-downtown-columbus-on-ramp-closing-does-it-impact-commute/73425810007/
Archer Aviation aims to start electric air taxi trials in India next year: Archer Aviation , backed by Stellantis and Boeing , aims to begin trials of its ...
reuters.com/business/aerospace-defense/archer-aviation-aims-start-electric-air-taxi-trials-india-next-year-2024-04-19/
Quick Glance: Archer Aviation Plans to Start Electric Air Taxi Trials in India Next Year
- Archer Aviation, backed by Stellantis and Boeing, aims to begin trials of its electric air taxi in India next year, ahead of a planned commercial launch in 2026.
- The company is working with India's aviation watchdog to get the necessary regulatory approvals for trials in the country.
- Archer and InterGlobe will, in a joint venture, own and operate 200 of the 'Midnight' aircraft, providing services in India's capital New Delhi, and Mumbai and Bengaluru cities.
- The electric aircraft can carry four passengers and a pilot for up to 100 miles, covering the same distance in 7 minutes that would take 60-90 minutes by car in New Delhi.
Chicago's 'rat hole' removed after city determines sidewalk with animal impression was damaged
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Hanover starts its part of the Fall Line Trail: The planned 43-mile trail from Ashland to Petersburg is designed to connect “destinations to destinations” ...
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Spirit, Boeing enter into memorandum of agreement to improve aero supplier's issues
reuters.com/business/aerospace-defense/spirit-boeing-enter-into-memorandum-agreement-improve-aero-suppliers-issues-2024-04-23/
Air traffic controllers will have to take a 10-hour break between shifts to avoid fatigue
qz.com/faa-controllers-fatigue-1851422863
Mysterious liquid leaks down aisle from bathroom on Spirit flight traveling to NJ
nypost.com/2024/04/24/us-news/liquid-leaks-down-aisle-from-bathroom-on-spirit-flight-to-nj/
Boeing Earnings: Planemaker Is Burning Through Its Cash. That’s Good.: The planemaker is finally willing to spend what it takes to fix its supply chain and ...
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Alaska Air Group Earnings Preview: Look Past An Ugly Quarter: Alaska Air Group projects flattish growth with Q1 revenues at $2.2B & loss of $1.05 per share ...
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Airlines must give automatic refunds for all canceled flights and those delayed over 3 hours: DOT
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Baseball coach filmed in cockpit under FAA investigation in US: Colorado Rockies hitting coach Hensley Meulens posted a video of himself on a flight from Denver ...
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Reclining Your Airplane Seat: Right Or Privilege?: Seat recline on planes is a controversial topic, especially with seats constantly shrinking ...
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Transportation Dept. and State Attorneys General Will Look Into Airline Complaints
nytimes.com/2024/04/16/us/politics/buttigieg-airline-complaints.html
FAA probing Boeing whistleblower's quality claims on 787, 777 jets: The U.S. Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) is investigating a Boeing whistleblower's ...
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Quick Glance: Boeing Whistleblower Warns of 787 Fuselage Failure
- The Federal Aviation Administration is investigating a Boeing engineer’s claims that the company took manufacturing shortcuts on two wide-body jets, with potentially catastrophic outcomes.
- Sam Salehpour went public in a New York Times story, describing how he believes sections of the 787 Dreamliner fuselage are improperly fastened together.
- Salehpour’s allegations are the latest dip in a turbulent period for the airplane manufacturing giant, which has been dealing with other issues including past crashes and quality control problems.
US consumers sue to stop Alaska Air, Hawaiian Airlines merger: Alaska Air has been hit with a U.S. consumer lawsuit alleging that the carrier’s proposed $1 ...
reuters.com/legal/litigation/us-consumers-sue-stop-alaska-air-hawaiian-airlines-merger-2024-04-16/
Quick Glance: US consumers file lawsuit to halt Alaska Air and Hawaiian Airlines merger
- A group of eight airline passengers from Hawaii, California, and other states filed a lawsuit against Alaska Air to halt the proposed $1.9 billion acquisition of Hawaiian Airlines.
- The passengers claim that the merger will result in higher prices, job layoffs, and fewer flights, violating antitrust laws.
- The Justice Department is reviewing the merger, with the airlines cooperating and expecting to continue doing so.
- In other similar cases, the Justice Department and American Airlines have already taken legal actions to block or reverse mergers in the aviation sector.
JetBlue and Southwest planes nearly miss each other, FAA investigating: The Federal Aviation Administration says it will investigate after a flight at Ronald ...
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Boeing says testing of 787 proves aircraft is safe: NEW YORK: Boeing defended its safety practices on Monday (Apr 15), touting aircraft testing protocols as it ...
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US watchdog to look into FAA's oversight of Boeing 737, 787 manufacturing, Semafor reports
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Biden awards $830 million to toughen nation's infrastructure against climate change
apnews.com/article/biden-climate-investment-resilience-transportation-election-c82199b763a69f582c564e6330192804
Tragedy narrowly averted on JFK runway by quick-thinking Swiss Air pilot: Four planes were cleared to use the same JFK runway, according to the FAA ...
nydailynews.com/2024/04/23/jfk-airport-near-collision-runway/
Traveler flies every single US airline in a week to see which one is the best: Eric Decker, better known by his digital name Airrack, uses his online presence to ...
nypost.com/2024/04/19/lifestyle/youtuber-airrack-flies-on-everysingle-airline-in-america/
Boeing retaliated against its own engineers working for FAA, union says: Boeing's engineering union alleges management retaliated against two engineers ...
seattletimes.com/business/boeing-aerospace/boeing-retaliated-against-its-own-engineers-working-for-faa-union-says/
American Airlines pilots union warns of ‘significant spike’ in safety problems : A union representing pilots for American Airlines warned over the weekend that ...
thehill.com/regulation/transportation/4597091-american-airlines-pilots-union-warns-of-significant-spike-in-safety-problems/
Passengers Are Now Entitled to a Full Cash Refund for Canceled Flights, 'Significant' Delays
entrepreneur.com/business-news/delayed-cancelled-flights-now-eligible-for-full-cash-refund/473197
Rockies coach posts video in cockpit, prompting FAA inquiry - ESPN: In a since-deleted social media post, Rockies hitting coach Hensley Meulens is seen sitting ...
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Now hiring: Air traffic controllers: Wannabe air traffic controllers don't need a degree.
axios.com/2024/04/18/faa-air-traffic-controllers-hiring
Ex-JetBlue (JBLU) CEO Robin Hayes to Lead Airbus (AIR FP) North America Unit: Airbus SE hired Robin Hayes, the former chief executive officer of JetBlue Airways ...
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Editorial: O’Hare’s boosters are finally realizing that the airlines are, in fact, the clients
chicagotribune.com/2024/04/12/editorial-ohares-boosters-are-finally-realizing-that-the-airlines-are-in-fact-the-clients/
Spirit Airlines Delays Airbus Deliveries to Boost Liquidity. It Could Help Boeing-Exposed Carriers.
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Fashion that doesn’t fly: The turbulent issue of airline dress code policies: Airline passengers are hitting headlines by saying they’ve been denied boarding on ...
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College not for you? Learn to fix planes instead at new CVG school: Epic Flight launches new school at CVG. Requirements: 18, high school grad, $45 ...
cincinnati.com/story/news/2024/04/21/how-can-i-enroll-in-new-cvg-aircraft-mechanic-school/73384213007/
Exclusive: Spirit AeroSystems limits overtime and hiring as Boeing 737 output drops
reuters.com/business/aerospace-defense/spirit-aerosystems-limits-overtime-hiring-boeing-737-output-drops-2024-04-12/
NTSB conducting new interviews with Boeing on 737 MAX 9 door plug probe: The National Transportation Safety Board is conducting a new round of interviews with ...
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Quick Glance: NTSB's Investigation Update on Boeing 737 MAX 9 Door Plug Incident
- The National Transportation Safety Board is conducting a new round of interviews with Boeing and the Federal Aviation Administration this week as part of its probe into the in-flight emergency on the Alaska Airlines 737 MAX 9 in January.
- NTSB Chair Jennifer Homendy revealed that investigators were back at the 737 plant in Renton, Washington, this week for more interviews.
- Boeing has declined to comment on the interviews, stating that required documents detailing the removal of the door plug in the Alaska Airlines plane were never created.
- The NTSB plans to hold a public investigative hearing regarding the Alaska Airlines incident in August, which will include testimony from employees at Boeing, fuselage manufacturer Spirit AeroSystems, and others like Alaska Airlines.
As UN appeals for aid for Haiti, Pentagon sends in another military flight with supplies
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Spirit Airlines unveils its ‘next chapter:’ A sprawling headquarters campus in Dania Pointe
sun-sentinel.com/2024/04/18/spirit-airlines-unveils-its-next-chapter-a-sprawling-headquarters-campus-in-dania-pointe/
New Orleans is losing a nonstop flight after Southwest pulls out of 4 US airports
theadvocate.com/baton_rouge/news/new-orleans-is-losing-a-nonstop-flight-after-southwest-pulls-out-of-4-us-airports/article_883030eb-daa4-5516-8999-dd6d08fe4114.html
Spirit Airlines shows improvements, but still finishes last in travel industry customer satisfaction study
sun-sentinel.com/2024/04/24/spirit-airlines-shows-improvements-but-still-finishes-last-in-travel-industry-customer-satisfaction-study/
Here’s how Joe Biden can lower families’ costs for air travel: Joint ventures between ultra-low-cost carriers thus have the potential to revolutionize air travel ...
thehill.com/opinion/white-house/4605140-heres-how-joe-biden-can-lower-families-costs-for-air-travel/
In the wake of high-profile near misses, senators ask: Is Boeing doing enough?: A Boeing engineer told lawmakers the company has been taking manufacturing ...
csmonitor.com/Business/2024/0418/boeing-safety-whistleblower-senate-hearings
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DOT rule requires airlines to refund passengers for big flight changes: The new Department of Transportation rule will go into effect in about six months ...
latimes.com/california/story/2024-04-26/airlines-required-to-automatically-refund-passenger-for-major-flight-changes-under-dot-rule
Oakland International Airport to add San Francisco Bay to name — legal war looms: Officials have voted to combine Oakland International Airport with the name San ...
mercurynews.com/2024/04/11/oakland-airport-san-francisco-bay-name-travel-economy-court-airline/
US FAA proposes airworthiness directive for certain Boeing 747-400F airplanes, notice shows
reuters.com/business/aerospace-defense/us-faa-proposes-airworthiness-directive-certain-boeing-747-400f-airplanes-notice-2024-04-11/
How to fly your kid solo, free of tress: For many parents and guardians, putting a child on a flight alone may seem terrifying. Belligerent passengers, delays ...
omanobserver.om/article/1152851/features/travel/how-to-fly-your-kid-solo-free-of-tress
US airlines did better with mobility devices in 2023: Here's how each performed: How did U.S. airlines do with mobility devices in 2023? DOT data shows some ...
usatoday.com/story/travel/airline-news/2024/04/16/us-airline-2023-mobility-device-data-dot/73344760007/
FAA issues new rules to combat air traffic controller fatigue: The Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) is issuing new rules and guidelines to combat reports of ...
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Spirit Airlines flier was 'cussing, growling' at passengers before she was dragged off flight during viral meltdown
nypost.com/2024/04/10/us-news/spirit-airlines-passenger-was-cussing-growling-on-flight-before-she-was-dragged-off-for-viral-meltdown/
Quick Glance: Woman on Spirit Airlines Flight Cursed and Growled Before Viral Meltdown
- Lonnieka Dillard was arrested by Las Vegas Metropolitan Police on March 23 for her strange behavior aboard the California-bound flight.
- As the plane prepared to take off, Dillard had reportedly been 'cussing and growling at other passengers.'
- Several officers were involved in removing Dillard from the plane after she refused to deboard.
- Dillard was booked for her onboard antics and charged with violating airport rules, set to appear in Clark County Justice Court on May 29.
United Airlines delays flights on two new routes amid FAA safety probe: United Airlines said on Monday it has delayed the start of two new international routes ...
reuters.com/business/aerospace-defense/united-airlines-delays-flights-two-new-routes-amid-faa-probe-2024-04-08/
Aviation-Safety Officials Warn on Air-Traffic Controller Fatigue After Close Calls
wsj.com/business/airlines/aviation-safety-officials-warn-on-air-traffic-controller-fatigue-after-close-calls-c7049e14
Boeing’s long fall, and how it might recover: The intense backlash against Boeing after the near catastrophe aboard an Alaska Airlines 737 Max in January wasn’t ...
columbian.com/news/2024/apr/14/boeings-long-fall-and-how-it-might-recover/
Boeing Whistleblower Sounds the Alarm: A Boeing engineer called for the entire 787 fleet to be grounded due to safety issues.
newsweek.com/boeing-whistleblower-safety-issues-alarm-senate-hearing-1891134
Cat’s ‘flawless’ plan to escape coyotes worked — until he got stuck, photos show: A cat sought shelter away from some coyotes on top of an old salt dome ...
charlotteobserver.com/news/nation-world/national/article287689070.html
Drivers try to corral scared dog running down busy highway, Ohio video shows. See it
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Spirit Airlines worker on 'power trip' caught on video hurling the F-word at a passenger
nypost.com/2024/04/12/us-news/spirit-worker-on-power-trip-caught-on-video-hurling-the-f-word-at-a-passenger/
When the NFL draft is over: Steps to take if a flight home will not take off as scheduled
freep.com/story/money/personal-finance/susan-tompor/2024/04/26/passenger-airline-flight-delay-refund-rules-change-steps-to-take/73422564007/
Colorado Rockies' Hensley Meulens sorry for United Airlines cockpit visit: report
businessinsider.com/colorado-rockies-hensley-meulens-sorry-united-airlines-cockpit-visit-report-2024-4
What Amtrak taking reins of Texas bullet train plan means: Amtrak leader believes Texas bullet project can be catalyst for high-speed rail in America ...
houstonchronicle.com/news/houston-texas/transportation/article/bullet-train-high-speed-rail-byford-amtrak-19363788.php
JetBlue Improves Inflight Entertainment Personalization: Blueprint by JetBlue is the carrier's new inflight entertainment personalization platform ...
onemileatatime.com/news/jetblue-inflight-entertainment-personalization/
Spirit just made an announcement that signals more bad news: The airline has been struggling after a series of unprofitable quarters.
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Ford Bronco recall coincides with O.J. Simpson’s death: Federal regulators announced a Ford Bronco recall investigation coinciding with O.J. Simpson's death ...
nydailynews.com/2024/04/12/ford-bronco-recall-oj-simpson-death/
Quick Glance: O.J. Simpson's Failed Attempt at Rebranding
- O.J. Simpson tried unsuccessfully to improve his image through social media.
- Despite attempts at normalization through videos, he could not alter his negative image.
- Expert Bernt Ullmann explains Simpson's lack of remorse, crucial for a successful comeback.
- Simpson's controversial videos further polarized and isolated him from the public.
Unruly aircraft passenger; how airlines should handle meltdowns: Maybe we should accept reality — this is who we are — and play to our strengths.
bostonglobe.com/2024/04/22/magazine/on-airplanes-were-all-one-step-away-from-viral-stardom/
As DOJ weighs reviving Boeing prosecution, MAX crash families ‘disheartened’: Families who lost loved ones in the MAX crashes met Wednesday with the Justice ...
seattletimes.com/business/as-doj-weighs-reviving-boeing-prosecution-max-crash-families-disheartened/
JetBlue Rolled Out Its Most Clever Feature Yet. Anyone Who Has Ever Flown Will Immediately Love This
inc.com/jason-aten/jetblue-rolled-out-its-most-clever-feature-yet-anyone-who-has-ever-flown-will-immediately-love-this.html
Avoiding and Surviving Bird Strikes: One of the most frequently asked questions is how much trouble a pilot might be in if they accidentally hit a bald eagle—or ...
flyingmag.com/avoiding-and-surviving-bird-strikes/
Biden Admin Comes Down Hard on Airline Junk Fees: Under two new federal rules, airlines will be required to refund customers promptly as well as disclose hidden ...
nymag.com/intelligencer/article/biden-admin-to-issue-new-airline-rules-around-refunds-fees.html
Fort Worth will get weather sensors to help guide self-driving trucks along roads
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FAA rolling out new technology to reduce risk of runway accidents: The Federal Aviation Administration, trying to eliminate all close calls at airports ...
foxbusiness.com/lifestyle/faa-rolling-out-new-technology-to-reduce-risk-of-runway-accidents
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