The U.S. Department of Transportation (DOT) is taking action against airlines for chronic flight delays. In a lawsuit filed in California, the DOT alleges that Southwest Airlines illegally operated chronically delayed flights, disrupting passengers' travel plans. The agency is seeking "maximum civil penalties."
By Aditya M
The relationship between American Airlines and Qatar Airways has been anything but straightforward. A long-standing rivalry, fueled by accusations of unfair competition and government subsidies, has seen these two major airlines engage in a series of alliances and bitter disputes.
By Aditya M
On January 3, 2025, a United Airlines Boeing 777-200ER, operating flight UA1828 from Orlando, Florida to Chicago, Illinois, experienced an engine failure mid-flight. The crew, displaying exceptional professionalism, immediately initiated a diversion to Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport (ATL). The aircraft, powered by Pratt & Whitney PW4000 engines, landed safely at ATL without incident.
By Aditya M
On January 6, 2025, a JetBlue Airways Airbus A320 flight arrived at Fort Lauderdale-Hollywood International Airport (FLL) after a routine flight from New York's John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK). During a post-flight maintenance inspection, a grim discovery was made: two deceased individuals were found within the aircraft's landing gear compartment.
By Aditya M
United Airlines has agreed to pay a $99,000 fine to settle a racial discrimination lawsuit filed by the Equal Employment Opportunity Commission (EEOC). The lawsuit alleged that the airline failed to adequately investigate a complaint of physical violence and retaliation against a Black employee at its Denver International Airport hub.
By Aditya M
Southwest Airlines is facing a class-action lawsuit alleging that the company violated New York state labour laws by failing to pay manual workers weekly. The lawsuit, filed by two Southwest employees, seeks $100 million in damages on behalf of hundreds of workers.
By Aditya M
A close call incident occurred at Los Angeles International Airport (LAX) on December 29, 2024, when a Delta Airlines flight nearly collided with a private jet carrying the Gonzaga University men's basketball team. The incident, captured on video by an aviation enthusiast, has raised serious concerns about airport safety protocols.
By Aditya M
On a recent flight from Calgary to Grande Prairie, an Air Canada Express DH8 Q400 aircraft encountered a terrifying ordeal when its right landing gear malfunctioned. The incident unfolded dramatically, culminating in an emergency landing at Edmonton International Airport.
By Aditya M
Over 200 United Airlines pilots fell ill after consuming a holiday meal provided at Denver International Airport (DIA) on Christmas Day. The incident has raised concerns about food safety protocols and the potential impact on flight operations.
By Aditya M
In a significant development for the aviation industry, the United States Bankruptcy Court for the Southern District of New York has granted definitive approval for Spirit Airlines to sell 23 Airbus A320 and A321 aircraft to GA Telesis. This decision marks a crucial step in Spirit Airlines' ongoing restructuring efforts, aimed at optimizing its fleet and improving liquidity.
By Aditya M
On December 14, 2024, a Delta Air Lines flight from Milan, Italy, to Atlanta, Georgia, experienced severe turbulence, resulting in injuries to 11 passengers. The incident has raised concerns about in-flight safety and the unpredictable nature of turbulence, prompting a closer look at what happened and how such events can be mitigated in the future.
By Aditya M
Southwest Airlines, a major U.S. carrier known for its low-cost flights and customer-friendly policies, is currently embroiled in a legal battle over a program that awarded free flights to Hispanic college students. This lawsuit, filed by the American Alliance for Equal Rights, claims that the program was racially discriminatory.
By Aditya M
