American Airlines traffic hits coronavirus-era high
Don't overestimate the benefits: Despite the recent uptick, American cautioned that traveler demand is still down over 80 percent compared with this time last year.
United Airlines warns of fall coronavirus job losses as need for flight attendants plummets
United Airlines reportedly told staff it needs only 3,000 of its 25,000 flight attendants in June as the coronavirus outbreak continues to crush demand for air travel.
TSA preparing to check passenger temperatures
U.S. officials are preparing to begin checking passengers' temperatures at roughly a dozen airports as soon as next week, according to people familiar with the matter.
U.S. airlines tell crews not to force passengers to wear masks
The top three U.S. airlines have told their flight attendants not to force passengers to comply with a new policy requiring face coverings, just encourage them to do so, according to employee policies reviewed by Reuters.
Government warns airlines on refunds, allows 5% of flights to halt
The Department of Transportation warned airlines against "unfair or deceptive" refund policies after receiving a record number of complaints from customers during the coronavirus pandemic.
Airlines made big coronavirus changes this week. What to know
COVID-19 is forcing airlines to change the way Americans fly.
Why are some planes crowded with air travel down?
Travel is down 90 poercent from a year ago, but in some cases, airlines are creating the crowds by canceling other flights and packing passengers on the few remaining planes.
Southwest Airlines preps coronavirus rebound by targeting business travelers
The carrier’s stock has dropped 50 percent in the last three months.
Coronavirus pushes Berkshire to sell entire stakes in US airlines: Buffett
Berkshire Hathaway sold its entire stakes in the four largest U.S. airlines in April, Chairman Warren Buffett said Saturday.
People are flying again despite coronavirus travel restrictions
TSA screened a record-number of flight passengers on Friday since travel restrictions went into place in March
Big 4 airlines take on coronavirus with new safety measures
Several airlines are requiring passengers wear face masks or coverings to use their service during the coronavirus pandemic.
Coronavirus prompts American Airlines to offer personal protective equipment to customers
American Airlines is the first airline to provide face masks and more for its customers amid the coronavirus.
TSA screenings tick up from coronavirus pandemic lows
Passenger screenings have been climbing since their mid-April lows.
Major U.S. airlines plan to apply for government loans in addition to grants - sources
Several major U.S. airlines are preparing to apply this week for a $25 billion U.S. government loan program after winning billions in federal payroll grants, people familiar with the matter said.
Is your coronavirus-canceled flight eligible for a refund? Here’s what to know
Each airline has its own cancellation and delay policies, so it’s key to know what your specific airline says about refunds.
Airlines, Treasury coronavirus relief package negotiations underway
Coronavirus relief negotiations continue between the airlines and US Treasury officials.
U.S. airlines must repay some coronavirus cash, Mnuchin says
Every $1 billion in government aid would include $700 million in grants, $300 million in low-interest loans and an option for the government to buy $30 million in shares.
As coronavirus strands travelers, tourism scrambles to survive
In the age of coronavirus travel means going to the local store. That re-definition is hurting the traditional travel industry
Coronavirus relief package for airlines could come as early as this weekend
During a coronavirus task force briefing on Thursday, President Trump said that a relief package for the airline industry could be coming as early as this weekend following discussions with "some of the airlines or all of the airlines".
Airlines struggle during coronavirus pandemic with grounded fleets
As the number of grounded planes continue to mount, airlines face the unprecedented challenge of where to place them.

















