American And Its Unions Back In Court
The Fort Worth-based company is asking the bankruptcy court to let it end its union contracts, which the airline says put it at a competitive disadvantage.
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The Fort Worth-based company is asking the bankruptcy court to let it end its union contracts, which the airline says put it at a competitive disadvantage.
American Airlines has stated for weeks it would only consider a merger after it emerges from bankruptcy. But late Friday, American says it would move up its timetable.
Hundreds of American Airlines employees marched on their company's headquarters in Fort Worth Friday morning, carrying signs calling for change.
American Airlines pilots and flight attendants are rallying on Friday to show that they are unified, and have no confidence in their current management.
In the midst of bankruptcy proceedings Fort Worth-based American Airlines (AA) plans to spend hundreds of millions of dollars to accommodate business travelers in a more luxurious fashion.
Racking-up 10-million frequent flier miles, like the George Clooney character in "Up in the Air" sounds like something you only see in the movies until you meet Jack Vroom of Dallas.
The bankrupt airline wants to stop 10,000 of its employees from voting to unionize.
According to an internal memo, AMR says 20 percent of its senior leadership will be laid off as American Airlines continues its third phase of reorganization since declaring bankruptcy.
They're not sure where they're going, or when, but Misty and Eric Emery decided not to wait for the bad news.
Could a new contract be the key to saving a struggling airline? American Airlines said that they have come up with a new plan to cut costs and save jobs.
Christine Daniel is a veteran pilot for American Airlines. She's also a single mother. With bankruptcy looming, Daniel is worried her flights are numbered.
More than 100 flight attendants and other supporters are picketing outside of Terminal D at Dallas/Fort Worth International Airport today. The group is at the airport supporting the US Airways bid to merge with American Airlines.
American Airlines argued before a federal bankruptcy judge Monday that its union contracts need to be changed to make the company financially stable.
As American Airlines heads to court on Monday, more people join the debate over the possible merger with rival US Airways.
A merger between US Airways and American Airlines may end up giving you more space to breathe on your flights, but you'll probably have to pay for it. Travel experts Friday said American's future could affect everything from fares to flight routes, depending on the final outcome.
US Airways' announcement that it wants to pursue a merger with American Airlines sent American's three main unions soaring Friday.
Nearby businesses say they're dependent on the business they get from American's employees.
In the wake of a possible merger between American Airlines' parent company AMR Corp. and US Airways some small businesses are worried about their bottom lines.
The major unions for Fort Worth-based American Airlines have decided to back US Airways hostile takeover of the airline. While the unions can't force a merger, they hold seats on the committee of unsecured creditors in the AMR Corp. bankruptcy case.
US Airways announced that it wants to merge with American Airlines. While it has not made an offer, it has struck an agreement with the airline's unions.
CBS 11 News has learned members of American Airlines' pilots, flight attendant and mechanics unions will announce their support of US Airways' possible takeover of the struggling Fort Worth-based airline.
The parent company of American Airlines says it lost $1.7 billion in the first quarter, mostly on costs related to its bankruptcy restructuring.
American Airlines wants to eliminate 1,200 nonunion jobs as it cuts costs while under bankruptcy protection.
American Eagle flight attendants protested outside of Terminal B at Dallas/Fort Worth International Airport Tuesday. The group was picketing the regional carrier's desire to slash tens of millions of dollars off labor costs.
American Airlines will cancel another 296 flights in and out of DFW International Airport on Friday due to planes still damaged by Tuesday's storms.
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