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Class Action Lawsuit Says American Airlines Pension Pursues Political Agenda, Not Investment Returns

by Gary Leff on June 4, 2023

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Jun 04 2023

A senior American Airlines pilot has filed a class action lawsuit in U.S. District Court for the Northern District of Texas over the 100,000 member, $26 billion airline pension, arguing that it is pursuing “leftist political agendas” by making investments that follow ESG (Environmental, Social, and Governance) guidelines.

He argues that the plan breaches its fiduciary duty by privileging activism on issues including race, LGBTQ+ rights, and environmentalism over financial returns.

Qatar Airways Plans To Eliminate First Class

by Gary Leff on June 4, 2023

Jun 04 2023

Long-term the Airbus A380 will retire. And rather than add a new, top-end first class along the lines of something that might compete with Gulf rivals like Emirates, Etihad and even Saudia, or even like European carriers Lufthansa and Air France, Qatar is planning to eliminate long haul first class.

United Airlines Pilot Leadership Unanimously Supports Strike Vote

by Gary Leff on June 3, 2023

Jun 03 2023

United Airlines pilots haven’t just voted to authorize a strike vote, they have done so unanimously according to their union. Here’s what to expect.

When Are You Entitled To Meal Vouchers During An American Airlines Flight Delay?

by Gary Leff on June 2, 2023

Jun 02 2023

It’s clear when American is obligated to provide this. But how do airport agents know this?

Simple (or not so simple): the computer at the gate now tells them, but they need to know what to look for. They need to check whether the flight is “E”ligible or “I”neligible, and how long the posted delay is for.

“Brace, Brace, Head Down, Stay Down” Passenger Shows American Airlines Flight Emergency Landing

by Gary Leff on June 2, 2023

Jun 02 2023

A passenger reported that their American Airlines flight made an emergency landing on Sunday “after a potential brake failure.” Everyone had to assume the crash position. Watch the video starting around 18 seconds in and you’ll hear “Head down, stay down, brace, brace” being chanted as the aircraft diverted to Philadelphia.

Is “Throwaway Ticketing” Worth It To Save Money On Airfare?

by Gary Leff on June 1, 2023

Jun 01 2023

Throwaway ticketing is a practice that’s gone on for decades. Airlines often charge more money for non-stops than they do for connecting itineraries. So people book a flight with a connection through the city they want to travel to, and just don’t take that second connecting flight. As a result, they can often save money, but there are risks you should know about.

American Airlines To Appeal Antitrust Ruling Breaking Up Partnership With JetBlue

by Gary Leff on May 31, 2023

May 31 2023

The judge’s decision, rather than considering whether consumers would benefit overall, looked at individual markets and saw fare increases – when fares were rising everywhere due to inflation, supply chain issues and strong demand. The judge discounted expert witnesses for the airlines because they were working with airline data while giving weight to government experts. And the judge argued that the combination was per se illegal, since it reduced competitors, rather than looking at its effects to see more actual competition.

Ticket Agent In Singapore Calls Chinese Passenger “A Dog” Who Doesn’t “Know How To Be Human”

by Gary Leff on May 31, 2023

May 31 2023

A China Southern Airlines check-in counter agent in Singapore has been suspended after calling a passenger “a dog.” The man was checking in for China Southern’s Singapore – Chongqing flight 546 on May 23rd and asked about an upcharge for exit row seats, but there was a communication challenge. He asked for a Mandarin-speaking agent, but was ignored.

The passenger began filming with his phone, and the employee took offense. According to the passenger, he “used three languages (to scold me), ‘you are a dog, you don’t understand human language’.” That’s not on the video, however the agent was filmed saying “If you want to be a dog, I can treat you like a dog… That’s easy.” The agent also said that the man doesn’t “even know how to be a human.”

Delta Air Lines Sued For Fraudulent Environmental Claims

by Gary Leff on May 31, 2023

May 31 2023

Three years ago, as the pandemic was starting, Delta announced that it would become the world’s first carbon neutral airline.

However they were using sleight of hand for this – buying carbon offsets which not only often do not offset carbon, but can increase emissions.

Looks Like American Airlines Plans To Fly Seattle – Shanghai

by Gary Leff on May 30, 2023

May 30 2023

This filing by Alaska certainly suggests Seattle – Shanghai is at least still alive, and hints by American to employees in March that they could fly Seattle to Singapore suggest that they’re still working on a strategy that could come to fruition for Seattle-based Asia flying, perhaps when the new Boeing 787-9s that American has on order begin to deliver.

Airlines

Class Action Lawsuit Says American Airlines Pension Pursues Political Agenda, Not Investment Returns

Qatar Airways Plans To Eliminate First Class

United Airlines Pilot Leadership Unanimously Supports Strike Vote

When Are You Entitled To Meal Vouchers During An American Airlines Flight Delay?

“Brace, Brace, Head Down, Stay Down” Passenger Shows American Airlines Flight Emergency Landing

Is “Throwaway Ticketing” Worth It To Save Money On Airfare?

American Airlines To Appeal Antitrust Ruling Breaking Up Partnership With JetBlue

Ticket Agent In Singapore Calls Chinese Passenger “A Dog” Who Doesn’t “Know How To Be Human”

Delta Air Lines Sued For Fraudulent Environmental Claims

Looks Like American Airlines Plans To Fly Seattle – Shanghai

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