United CEO: 16,000 layoffs coming without more federal aid
Scott Kirby says the coronavirus crisis is "lasting longer and is deeper than most expected."
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Transcript: United CEO Scott Kirby on "Face the Nation"
The following is a transcript of an interview with United Airlines CEO Scott Kirby that aired Sunday, September 13, 2020, on "Face the Nation."
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.
United Airlines to furlough as many as 2,850 pilots
It's the third major carrier to promise drastic cuts when federal financial aid expires in October.
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.
United to require passengers to wear masks in airports
Carrier expanding its facial covering rules to cover ticket counters, lounges and other areas, citing virus risks.
United warns of 36,000 layoffs, nearly half its U.S. staff
A drastically smaller United would be the clearest signal yet of how deeply the pandemic is hurting the airline industry.
The travel industry copes with coronavirus
The hospitality and aviation sectors, which are adjusting their business practices in times of pandemic, don't expect a return to the "old normal" any time soon. CBS News travel editor Peter Greenberg talks with Hilton CEO Chris Nassetta, and Oscar Munoz, executive chairman of United Airlines, about new procedures travelers may expect.
Travel industry inching back
The airline and hospitality sectors are adjusting their business practices in times of pandemic, but they say not to expect a return to the "old normal" any time soon
Plane skids off runway at Newark Airport
A United Airlines flight skidded off the runway Saturday afternoon at Newark Airport in New Jersey. The plane was arriving from Denver and got stuck in a grassy area near the tarmac after landing.
Passengers on this airline to get masks, hand sanitizer and a snack
Airlines hope their increased cleaning and social distancing efforts will persuade grounded passengers to return to the skies.
Spread of coronavirus causes travel issues
New cases of coronavirus are spreading faster in the rest of the world other than in China. United Airlines suspended some flights to some parts of Asia, and the U.S. State Department is advising Americans to reconsider traveling to Italy. Charlie D’Agata reports.
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
United Airlines says it can't guarantee empty middle seats
"Every seat full on this 737," doctor tweets in raising concerns about the carrier's social distancing policy.
You have to wear a face mask on these airlines
Virtually every major U.S. airline insisting all customers wear their own face masks while flying, starting this month.
Stocks crater in biggest drop since 1987
Fed interest-rate cut fails to reassure investors, as Dow plunges nearly 13% on mounting coronavirus fears.
Airlines seek $50 billion bailout from U.S.
Government grants, loan guarantees and tax waivers would easily surpass what carriers got after September 11 attacks.
United cutting half its flights as coronavirus slams travel
"The bad news is that it's getting worse," United Airlines CEO Oscar Munoz said in a letter to employees.
Investors fear American Airlines cash crunch after travel ban
The price of buying insurance against a possible default of the carrier's bonds has soared 5,700%.
United Airlines to cut flights due to coronavirus outbreak
As travel wanes, carrier will suspend hiring and ask workers to volunteer for unpaid leave.
United, American suspend Hong Kong flights as demand drops
The airlines said they're suspending flights to Hong Kong because of weak demand as the coronavirus spreads.
More airlines suspend flights to China on virus fears
Airlines including Delta, United, Air Canada, Air France and British Airways are suspending or cancelling flights.
American Airlines adds non-binary gender booking options
The airline has not included the non-binary gender option in their online booking process yet.
United Airline's Oscar Munoz giving up CEO seat
President J. Scott Kirby will be the new chief executive to navigate a choppy period for the airline.
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