Dec 02 U.S. tightens definition of service animals allowed on planes By David Koenig, Associated Press Say goodbye to emotional-support animals in airplane cabins. The Transportation Department issued a final rule Wednesday covering service animals. Continue reading
Sep 28 Watch 7:15 Why U.S. airlines say they need more federal aid to survive U.S. airlines are facing a challenging deadline. A dramatic decrease in travel caused by the coronavirus pandemic has many struggling to stay solvent, and several carriers say they'll be forced to furlough employees unless they receive more federal aid. Amna… Continue watching
Sep 03 Watch 8:16 Americans are flying much less during the pandemic. Will airlines survive? By Paul Solman U.S. airlines are sending out warnings about huge financial losses and urgently requesting help. Tens of thousands of flights for the fall have been canceled, and change fees have been eliminated in order to attract travelers. Meanwhile, flight staff and… Continue watching
Jun 03 Trump administration moves to block Chinese airlines from flying to U.S. By David Koenig, Associated Press China so far hasn't allowed U.S. airlines United and Delta to resume flights to China, which they wanted to restart this week. Those flights were suspended earlier this year because of the coronavirus outbreak. Continue reading
May 06 Watch 8:37 Business travel likely to be depressed for years, says Southwest Airlines CEO With U.S. commercial flights largely empty amid the fallout from the COVID-19 pandemic, airlines are taking a serious financial hit. But while their revenue has plunged due to the drop in demand, they are receiving billions in federal aid. Southwest… Continue watching
Apr 16 Watch 5:45 Evaporation of travel sector threatens airlines’ very survival By Paul Solman One of the business sectors hit hardest by the novel coronavirus pandemic has been air travel. Passenger volume is down a stunning 96 percent in the U.S., while airline losses have topped $300 billion worldwide. Despite canceled flights, travelers are… Continue watching
Apr 14 Treasury: Major airlines to take $25 billion in aid to meet payroll By David Koenig, Associated Press The deals aren't final, but the assistance is almost certain to be a mix of cash and loans, and the government could take a small ownership stake in the leading airlines. Continue reading
Mar 12 FAA waives rules that led airlines to fly empty planes By David Koenig, Associated Press Federal regulators are temporarily waiving a rule that has been causing airlines to fly nearly empty planes to avoid losing precious takeoff and landing rights at major airports. Continue reading
Mar 06 Families of MH17 victims hope truth emerges from unprecedented trial By Mike Corder, Associated Press A trial starts Monday in the Netherlands for three Russians linked to their country’s security and intelligence services and a Ukrainian rebel commander. Continue reading
Feb 04 Watch 6:30 How China’s novel coronavirus outbreak is disrupting the global supply chain The spread of novel coronavirus in China has focused great attention on public health in that country and around the world. But the outbreak is also having a major economic impact, with quarantines imposed, flights suspended and factories shuttered. William… Continue watching