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Southwest Airlines Just Did One of the Worst Things Any Company Can Do

Don’t create a culture in which the only reward for hard work is more work.

Inc. - 10h

American Airlines Accused of Discrimination by Interracial Couple

In a lawsuit, two newlyweds say they were detained after a passenger and airline employees wrongly suspected the Black husband of trafficking his white wife.

The New York Times - 1d

McCarthy on Biden pardons: 'It raises doubt on what they did'

Former Speaker Kevin McCarthy (R-Calif.) criticized President Biden's decision to pardon Anthony Fauci, Gen. Mark Milley, former Rep. Liz Cheney (R-Wy.) and other members of the House panel that ...

The Hill - 6h

Israeli airline broadcasts news of hostage release aboard all flights

Yahoo News - 1d

How did Unrivaled do on opening night? Did new 3×3 league perform in the arena and on TV?

The newest domestic women’s basketball league tipped off Friday, as Unrivaled staged its first two games outside of Miami. The 3×3 league co-founded by stars Napheesa Collier and Breanna Stewart ...

Yahoo Sports - 2d

Southwest Airlines pilot charged with DUI while preparing for takeoff

Officers said pilot had bloodshot eyes and smelled of alcohol before planned flight from Savannah to Chicago. Police at a Georgia airport arrested an airline pilot on a DUI charge as he was ...

The Guardian - 3d

Looking for winning airline stocks this year? BofA says to avoid Southwest and JetBlue.

Carriers with greater exposure to premium travel will fare better this year, analysts say.

MarketWatch - 3d

What Did Trump’s Tax Cuts Do?

Economic upheaval caused by the pandemic has clouded analysts’ ability to understand the effects of the 2017 tax law. Republicans call it a huge success and want to extend it anyway.

The New York Times - 3d

Allegedly intoxicated Southwest Airlines pilot arrested at airport ahead of flight

Southwest Airlines confirmed the pilot had been removed from duty and apologized to customers whose travel plans were disrupted.

ABC News - 3d

Spirit Airlines cuts 200 jobs in bankruptcy cost-cutting scramble

Spirit Airlines cuts 200 jobs across the airline as it seeks to exit bankruptcy protection this quarter.

CNBC - 4d

Coyote strike on the runway forces United Airlines flight back to Chicago's O'Hare

A United Airlines passenger jet struck a coyote during takeoff in Chicago

ABC News - 4d

Pakistani airline is criticized over ad accused of evoking 9/11 attacks

The prime minister of Pakistan has ordered an investigation over an ad by the country’s flag carrier that was criticized as resembling the Sept. 11, 2001, terrorist attacks.

NBC News - 4d

Southwest Airlines pilot accused of DUI is arrested at Georgia airport before flight

A Southwest Airlines pilot was arrested at a Georgia airport and accused of DUI on Wednesday.

NBC News - 4d

U.S. Sues Southwest Airlines Over Chronic Delays

The Transportation Department said in a lawsuit that two of the airline’s routes were consistently delayed in violation of federal rules.

The New York Times - 4d

Overbooked Flight? What to Know If an Airline Bumps You

When airlines sell more tickets than available seats, passengers can get kicked off their flights — whether they want to or not.

The New York Times - 5d

Pakistan Orders Inquiry After Complaints That Airline Ad Evoked 9/11

An advertisement meant to celebrate the resumption of flights to Paris showed a jet pointed toward the Eiffel Tower.

The New York Times - 6d

Airlines turn to incoming government to resolve Ireland’s airport cap row

Industry hopes Dublin will resolve a long-running dispute caused by local planning restrictions

Financial Times - 6d

American Airlines ESG investing strategy violated federal law, judge rules

A federal judge in one of the country’s most conservative district courts ruled Friday that American Airlines unlawfully incorporated environmental and sustainable governance (ESG) factors into its ...

The Hill - Jan. 13

Baby gorilla rescued from hold of Turkish Airlines plane

Five-month-old, now named Zeytin, was found in a box on a flight that was travelling from Nigeria to Thailand. A young gorilla rescued from a plane’s cargo hold is recovering at an Istanbul zoo, ...

The Guardian - Jan. 13

As Delta Reports Profits, Airlines Are Optimistic About 2025

The industry is enjoying a strong demand for tickets and rising profits, but it remains vulnerable to unexpected problems like a recession or a surge in inflation.

The New York Times - Jan. 11

Airlines extend travel waivers due to LA wildfires

Airlines are waiving change fees and fare differences for Los Angeles-area flights due to wildfires.

CNBC - Jan. 10

What did Plains, Georgia, mean to Jimmy Carter?

Former President Jimmy Carter will be laid to rest in his hometown of Plains, Georgia on Thursday night. He will be buried next to his wife, Rosalynn Carter, outside the home they lived in for ...

CBS News - Jan. 9

Chinese airlines rush into Europe as western carriers retreat

Ability to keep flying over Russia helps three big state-owned carriers undercut European rivals

Financial Times - Jan. 8

American Airlines’ stock snags three upgrades to reflect better backdrop in 2025

Analysts say headwinds from 2024 were transitory.

MarketWatch - Jan. 7

United Airlines rolling out Elon Musk's Starlink Wi-Fi this spring

United Airlines plans to launch its first commercial flight with Starlink Wi-Fi this spring after accelerating its timeline for the new internet service, the company announced Sunday. The carrier ...

The Hill - Jan. 6

What went wrong for Spirit Airlines?

Spirit Airlines hasn't had a profitable year since 2019, and it's lost more than $2 billion since 2020. It filed for bankruptcy protection in November.

CNBC - Jan. 5

Did the US jobs market hold up?

Market Questions is the FT’s guide to the week ahead

Financial Times - Jan. 5

Major airlines offer storm waivers to passengers ahead of winter storm

American, JetBlue, Southwest and United are offering passengers waivers to reschedule flights ahead of Winter Storm Blair.

CBS News - Jan. 3

These airlines were the most on time in 2024, analysis finds

Delta ranked highest among U.S. carriers despite a computer outage in July that caused thousands of cancellations.

CBS News - Jan. 3

Did a Targeting Non-Call Cost Arizona State the Peach Bowl?

Targeting has been college football’s most controversial rule since it was implemented in 2008.

The New York Times - Jan. 2

These airlines were the most on time in 2024

Supply chain issues and strong travel demand continued in 2024.

CNBC - Jan. 2

South Korean Police Raid Offices of Airline, Airport Involved in Plane Crash

The search warrant lists charges of professional negligence resulting in death, after 179 people were killed on a Jeju Air flight.

The Wall Street Journal - Jan. 2

Did win at Brentford suggest Arsenal need January signings?

With the January transfer window officially open, Arsenal will have to assess on how they do business with multiple games coming thick and fast.

ESPN - Jan. 2

How did Scotland become a Hollywood hotspot?

From superhero blockbusters to romantic comedies, Scotland has become an increasingly familiar filming location.

BBC News - Jan. 2

Why Did Ukraine Halt the Flow of Russia’s Natural Gas to Europe?

And why didn’t it cut off Russia’s natural gas earlier?

The New York Times - Jan. 1

Passengers Say Turkish Airlines Flights Have Bedbugs

Passengers on several of the carrier’s flights said the biting pests were on seats, blankets and in overhead bins and that the airline did not take action.

The New York Times - Jan. 1