Delta Loses $5 Billion In 3rd Quarter, May Soon Furlough 1,700 Pilots
Delta is the first major airline to report 3rd quarter results and lost more than expected, as air travel demand remains weak due to the pandemic.
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Reviving Air Travel And Florida Tourism
Florida's governor wants the traveling public to start traveling again. He wants the public to know that air travel is safe during the coronavirus pandemic and hopes tourists will soon return.
Coronavirus FAQ: So Do Lots Of People Get COVID-19 From Flying?
A study released this week points to two passengers infected on a four-hour-plus flight. But there hasn't been a lot of documentation of transmission on planes. So how risky is flying?
Coronavirus FAQ: Can An Airline Put You On A No-Fly List For Refusing To Mask Up?
The matter of masks on planes has led to some contentious moments — and serious consequences. Is it legal to ban a passenger from flying for violating a mask mandate?
Southwest And American Airlines Tighten Their Mask Requirements By Ending Exemptions
The airlines will require all customers over the age of 2 to wear face coverings on board and at airports, with no exceptions. They say people who don't comply won't be allowed to fly as next week.
United Airlines Tells 36,000 Employees They Might Lose Their Jobs
With bookings down and cancellations on the rise amid a surge in new COVID-19 cases, United's furloughs will be a "gut punch" to employees when federal coronavirus relief funding runs out.
International Flights Are Ramping Up. Slowly. And With Plenty Of Caveats
Many countries shut down international air travel when the pandemic began. Routes are reopening again, but you may need a COVID-19 test before you board.
After Months of Steep Declines, Air Traffic Is Picking Up
The airlines have lost billions of dollars in revenue with virtually no demand during the coronavirus pandemic. Now they are seeing more bookings despite concern from passengers.
Countries Slammed Their Borders Shut To Stop Coronavirus. But Is It Doing Any Good?
An analysis by NPR finds many nations are tossing aside international health regulations and imposing strict travel restrictions. Experts say the benefits are likely to be small.
Boeing Cuts Its Workforce Due To The Coronavirus Crisis
The airplane manufacturer said it will eliminate nearly 16,000 jobs. Airlines are on pace to lose about $300 billion this year and aren't likely to be buying planes anytime soon.