Major US airlines refunding tickets for passengers with elevated temperatures amid pandemic
The trade union has previously urged the TSA to add temperature checks to standard security screenings for the traveling public at airports amid the global outbreak of COVID-19.
Dutch airline KLM to get $3.8B bailout package
The Dutch aid will ensure KLM can continue to operate at least into 2021
Bain Capital agrees with Virgin Australia administrator to buy struggling airline
Bain plans to strengthen Virgin's regional services and ensure the airline offers good value for leisure customers
US airline CEOs to hold White House meeting
Vice President Pence will host the meeting with other U.S. officials.
Coronavirus testing data is flawed in US, Government Accountability Office finds
The Government Accountability Office critiqued the U.S. government’s handling of the coronavirus including testing data, stimulus money and the lack of a plan for the aviation industry in the midst of the crisis.
Private air travel takes off after coronavirus travel disruption
Despite the well-heeled clientele, many private airline companies have picked up new customers that might have never considered private flying.
Australia's Qantas airline to cut 6,000 jobs as virus hits
Qantas announced a plan Thursday to reduce costs by billions of dollars and raise fresh capital
Southwest launches $39 flights as coronavirus stalls travel
The announcement comes as the airline industry looks to find ways to operate in the outbreak.
Delta to resume flights between US and China
Delta Air Lines said on Monday it would resume flights between Seattle and Shanghai on June 25, making it the first U.S. airline to restart operations between the United States and China.
American Airlines to sell shares, debt to cope with coronavirus hit
American Airlines Group Inc said on Sunday it plans to raise $1.5 billion by selling shares and convertible senior notes, to improve the airline's liquidity as it grapples with travel restrictions caused by the coronavirus.
U.S. rejects Chinese airline carriers' request for extra flights
The Department of Transportation rejected Chinese airline carriers' request for additional flights, but said it should not be viewed as an escalation.
Spirit Airlines fined for improperly bumping passengers
The Department of Transportation fined Spirit Airlines for misclassifying bumped passengers as volunteers, and improperly compensating them.
TSA whistleblower faults agency's coronavirus response
A TSA official filed a whistleblower complaint accusing the agency of inadequately protecting airport screeners from coronavirus.
This Tulsa airline base is the largest in the world
The 330-acre base at Tulsa International Airport includes 22 buildings comprising 3.3 million square feet of hangar and workshop space.
Inside the aviation industry’s toughest battle yet: Getting back in the skies
Despite signs of rebounding demand in sectors like retail, flyers so far aren't returning to the skies in large numbers.
JetBlue adding 30 new routes as summer travel demand increases
The airline announced new routes in markets where travel for leisure and visiting family and relatives is showing "signs of strength," saying the coronavirus pandemic has "transformed airline route maps."
Coronavirus could cause US travel spending to dive to 45%
The data comes industry advocates lobby lawmakers for more federal support.
FAA 'stonewalling' Boeing 737 MAX probe after fatal crashes: Senator
Congressional investigators for more than a year have been seeking documents and interviews with FAA officials.
United Airlines sweetens exit deal for flight attendants, others
United Airlines added more incentives to its voluntary exit package that would now give frontline employees health credit.
Major airlines stop alcohol sales during coronavirus pandemic
Many airlines are no longer serving alcohol on shorter routes to limit interactions between flight attendants and passengers.



















