Appellate judge indicates military leave is a civic duty. A panel of the 3rd Circuit Court of Appeals voted to revive a class action lawsuit against American Airlines…
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Transportation Department Fines Airline $300K for Tarmac Delay Violations
Passengers were not permitted to deboard from two Volaris flights that were grounded longer than 4 hours. The U.S. Department of Transportation (DOT) recently fined Volaris Airlines $300,000…
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Airlines Sue DOT over New Fee Disclosure Rule
They claim the “arbitrary” regulation goes beyond governmental authority. Airline groups sued the Department of Transportation (DOT) this week to block its new rule requiring the upfront disclosure…
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Transportation Secretary Announces Southwest Airlines Compensation
Passengers who experience delays or cancellations within the airline’s control to receive $75 in vouchers. The U.S. Department of Transportation is requiring Southwest Airlines to offer travel vouchers…
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Congress Reaches a Deal on Airline Safety
The measures will not increase the retirement age for pilots. Negotiators in the House and Senate announced on Monday that an agreement was reached to support staffing for…
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Senate Schedules First Hearing for NTSB Chair Nominee
Jennifer Homendy to appear before the Senate Commerce Committee on April 10. The Senate Commerce Committee has scheduled its first nomination hearing for Jennifer Homendy on April 10,…
Read MorePanel Recommends FAA Drop Therapy Disclosure Requirement for Pilots
Says requirement “leads to healthcare avoidance” for high-stress workers. A panel of experts recommended that the Federal Aviation Commission (FAA) should drop the disclosure requirement for pilots and…
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DHS Trains Over 275K to Address Human Trafficking
The annual report highlights the department’s efforts, resulting in thousands of arrests and victim support. The Department of Homeland Security (DHS) released its third annual report from the…
Read MoreFAA Conducts Investigation into United Airlines 4th Incident
The airline has had planes with separate programs including a hydraulic issue, an engine fire, and a tire falling off. The Federal Aviation Administration will be investigating yet…
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Alaska Airlines Cooperates with DOJ Investigation
Flight crew members and passengers are being interviewed in the door panel incident from January. Alaska Airlines stated that it is “fully cooperating” with the Department of Justice…
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