Regional airline discouraged pilots from getting COVID vaccine
The airline's chief pilot told other pilots they would need to "attempt to schedule later in the month" so the airline could maintain "operational reliability."
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Spirit Airlines kicks boy with autism off flight over lack of mask
Airline says it's changing its policy to allow for medical exemptions but there were no exemptions when it happened.
Pilot spots mysterious object over New Mexico
An American Airlines pilot reported seeing something mysterious during a flight from Cincinnati to Phoenix on Sunday. American Airlines confirmed the radio transmission from Flight 2292, which was over northeastern New Mexico when the pilot reported the UFO. The airline said the FBI would answer any additional questions, but the bureau has not released any information about the report.
Pilot reports "long, cylindrical object" zoom by flight
The FBI said it's aware of the incident, and the Pentagon said the military wasn't conducting any tests in the area that day.
American Airlines bans emotional support animals
Starting next next week, carrier will only allow passengers with disabilities to travel with service animals.
Boeing 737 Max returns to service
The Boeing 737 Max will return to service after being grounded for 20 months. Kris Van Cleave rode on a demonstration flight with passengers, such as American Airlines employees and members of the media.
Boeing 737 Max completes 1st passenger flight since grounding
It will be weeks until regularly scheduled passenger service begins, but American Airlines plans to fly the 737 Max with passengers by the end of the year.
Boeing 737 Max takes off again
Wednesday was a big day for American Airlines and Boeing, as it was the first time since March 2019 that passengers flew on a 737 Max. The jetliner had been grounded worldwide following two deadly crashes. Kris Van Cleave goes on board and takes a closer look.
Airline furloughs send ripple effects through U.S. economy
One out of every 14 U.S. jobs are at least partially supported by commercial aviation.
American and United to furlough 32,000 workers
Both airlines said they could reverse the furloughs if lawmakers approve payroll aid in a pandemic relief package.
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The following is a transcript of an interview with American Airlines CEO Doug Parker that aired Sunday, September 27, 2020, on "Face the Nation."
American Airlines CEO: "We need laws, not bills"
As lawmakers remain at an impasse over extending aid to airlines, CEO Doug Parker says the industry "just need[s] the bills to be laws."
Airlines say more relief funding is needed
Several of the country's top airline CEO's visited the White House in an effort to push for additional relief funding for the industry. The CARES Act, which was signed in March, included the Payroll Support Program and prohibited airlines from terminating employees through October 1. CBS News transportation correspondent Kris Van Cleave joins CBSN with the latest.
American Airlines allows Black Lives Matter pins on uniforms
The airline is not the first company to let employees display support for BLM on their uniforms.
Pilots report seeing "guy in a jetpack" in L.A. but was it really?
CEO Jetpack Aviation tells told CBS News that it was highly unlikely that a jetpack could elevate to 3,000 feet and return safely without a lot of fuel.
Alaska Airlines also drops ticket-change fees
Major airlines are trying to entice more people into flying as they press lawmakers for more financial aid.
Airlines to shed tens of thousands of workers as pandemic aid expires
American Airlines will have 40,000 fewer employees than it did before virus hit; Delta to furlough 1,941 pilots in October.
American Airlines suspends service to 15 U.S. cities
Carriers could rack up more than $80 billion in losses this year due to the coronavirus pandemic's travel hit.
American announced the merger with US Airways was a done deal, plus more MoneyWatch headlines
Members of the new American Airlines helped remotely ring the opening bell of the NASDAQ this morning. Just before the bell, American announced the merger with US Airways was a done deal. The government had tried to block the union. The merger lifts American out of bankruptcy protection.
Airlines warn employees of possible furloughs
As demand for air travel continues to plummet amid the coronavirus pandemic, airlines across the country are warning their employees of possible furloughs to come that number in the thousands. Kris Van Cleave reports.
Ted Cruz photographed flying without a mask
A spokesperson for Cruz said he wears a mask while traveling and had taken it off to drink and put it back on afterward, although there is no mask visible.
American Airlines cutting 30% of management jobs
Carrier says it must become a "smaller airline for the foreseeable future" as it grapples with COVID-19 travel hit.
Tips for traveling amid coronavirus chaos
Over two dozen airlines, including major U.S. carriers, have canceled all flights to mainland China while suspending some flights to and from dozens of other cities, including London, Milan and Dubai. Delta and American Airlines announced they will be waiving fees for people who wish to change certain flights. Travel expert Brian Kelly joins "CBS This Morning" to discuss what potential travelers need to know.
U.S. airlines face difficult recovery
U.S. airlines are taking a major financial hit from the coronavirus pandemic. Since mid-March, air travel has dropped 95% and the industry could lose $250 billion in revenue this year. CBS News transportation correspondent Kris Van Cleave joins CBSN's Reena Ninan for a closer look at how the industry is being impacted
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