US judge rules against American Airlines, JetBlue partnership Judge Leo Sorokin called the alliance a threat to ‘full-throated competition’ in the US airline industry. Al Jazeera · May 19, 2023
Judge strikes down American Airlines, JetBlue alliance in antitrust triumph for Biden The Department of Justice ruled on Friday that American Airlines and JetBlue Airways must dismantle the carriers’ long-term partnership. Tribune News Service · May 19, 2023
American Airlines and JetBlue must abandon their partnership in the Northeast, federal judge rules American Airlines and JetBlue must give up their partnership in the northeast U.S. That's what a federal judge in Boston ruled on Friday The Independent UK · May 19, 2023
Jim Brown, football great, actor and civil rights activist, dies at 87 LOS ANGELES — Jim Brown, regarded by many as the greatest football player of all time who quit the game at the height of his career and became a successful Hollywood actor and influential activist at the peak of the civil rights era, has died at his home in Los… Los Angeles Times · May 19, 2023
Jim Brown, all-time NFL great running back and social activist, dead at 87 An unstoppable runner with power, speed and endurance, Brown’s arrival sparked the game’s burgeoning popularity on television. As Black Americans fought for equality, Brown used his platform and voice to advance their cause. Chicago Sun-Times · May 19, 2023
American Airlines pilots reach agreement in principle, days from busy summer travel season American Airlines pilots have reached an agreement in principle with the Fort Worth carrier, just a week ahead of the start of a busy summer travel season. Tribune News Service · May 19, 2023
Low-cost airline takes top spot for best first- and business-class experience in new report The annual study saw almost 8,000 air passengers weigh in on the best and worst North American airlines. Fortune · May 10, 2023
American Airlines pilot strike authorised as bosses urged to reach agreement with union The Allied Pilots Association said more than 96% of its 15,000 American Airline members voted, and among those who did, 99% favoured authorising the union to call for a strike Daily Mirror · May 1, 2023
These are the EV models that will get you the full $7,500 tax credit While President Biden is eager to accelerate the nation's rapid transition to electric vehicles, he'll only subsidize your EV purchase if you buy American. And the options right now are slim. Los Angeles Times · Apr 18, 2023
Southwest, American or Spirit for a last-minute trip? Your ticket could be pricey DALLAS — If you’re looking for a quick getaway or need to travel immediately, Southwest Airlines and American Airlines could get you there for under $300 on short notice, according to a recent study. Tribune News Service · Apr 17, 2023
Most airline pilots are men. Why aren’t there more women in the industry? Captain Beth Powell of American Airlines enjoyed all subjects in school that had numbers. Tribune News Service · Apr 11, 2023
Southwest Airlines ‘really close’ to inking union contracts Southwest Airlines CEO Bob Jordan said the carrier is getting closer to deals with key labor unions, contracts that would improve pay for pilots, flight attendants and other unionized workers at the Dallas-based carrier. Tribune News Service · Apr 10, 2023
American Airlines flight attendants picket at DFW Airport after four years without a raise DALLAS — It’s been four years since American Airlines flight attendants last got a pay raise and the union representing them wants to keep the issue in front of the flying public as an expected busy summer travel season approaches. Tribune News Service · Apr 4, 2023
Contract would bring $8 billion to American Airlines pilots, says CEO American Airlines CEO Robert Isom says pilot pay would be boosted by $8 billion over four years under a contract proposed by the Fort Worth carrier. Tribune News Service · Apr 3, 2023
USA Today Sports Media Group · Mar 29, 2023 Utah State Basketball: Ryan Odom To Be Hired At VCU, Per Reports The Aggies' head coach has been a hot commodity in the head coaching market after leading Utah State back to the NCAA tournament.
Tribune News Service · Mar 28, 2023 News briefs Lawmakers open to Biden’s call to claw back SVB executive pay
Chicago Tribune · Mar 27, 2023 Commentary: Would a JetBlue and Spirit merger be all that bad for travelers? JetBlue is seeking permission to merge with Spirit Airlines. The U.S. Department of Justice is working to block the purchase. Does this make sense for air travelers?
Guitar World · Mar 27, 2023 Fender CEO Andy Mooney teases the possibility of Acoustasonic models inspired by classic acoustic body shapes With Mooney voicing Fender's commitment to the Acoustasonic platform and its plans “to look at different body shapes," a dreadnought-shaped Acoustasonic now looks like a genuine possibility
Los Angeles Times · Mar 27, 2023 Can California put an end to corporate greenwashing? LOS ANGELES — Nearly three years ago, American Airlines pledged to eradicate its greenhouse gas emissions by 2050 in an effort to help avoid the most catastrophic effects of climate change.
Tribune News Service · Mar 20, 2023 American and Southwest still fall short for getting passengers on-time post-pandemic As passengers came out of pandemic restrictions and pent-up demand to travel in 2022, airline on-time arrival rates still lagged 2019 levels at most of the country’s major carriers including Fort Worth-based American Airlines and Dallas-based Southwest Airlines.
Tribune News Service · Mar 20, 2023 Man dies after defibrillator on American Airlines plane wasn’t charged, lawsuit claims DALLAS — A lawsuit against Fort Worth-based American Airlines says a man died on a flight in June after an onboard defibrillator failed to work because it wasn’t charged.
Zenger · Mar 11, 2023 A Guide To The Big 12 And Pac-12 Soap Opera – How Will It End? There are plenty of drama and subplots for a miniseries
Tribune News Service · Mar 8, 2023 American Airlines CEO Robert Isom says carrier ‘is prepared to match Delta pay rates’ American Airlines CEO Robert Isom says the Fort Worth-based carrier “is prepared to match” rival Delta’s new pilot contract by raising pay a cumulative 40% over four years and improving profit sharing.
WEKU · Mar 7, 2023 DOJ sues to block JetBlue-Spirit merger, saying it will curb competition The Biden administration sued on Tuesday to block the $3.8 billion purchase, saying the deal would reduce competition and drive up air fares for consumers.
Tribune News Service · Mar 1, 2023 Conservative groups target American Airlines’ racial hiring efforts Two conservative organizations, The National Center for Public Policy Research and the American Civil Rights Project, are demanding that American Airlines stop considering race while hiring just as the Fort Worth-based carrier has begun evaluating its diversity practices.