Southwest Airlines slashing 15% of its corporate workforce
The Dallas-based airline said Monday that the the first major layoffs in its 53-year history would be focused almost entirely on “corporate overhead and leadership positions.”
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Indianapolis adds 3 new flights, including nonstop to Portland
Allegiant Air will begin flying from Indianapolis to Portland, and Frontier Airlines plans to launch flights from Indianapolis to Atlanta and Tampa.
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Indy airport sees return of Salt Lake City nonstop route, upgraded San Fran service
The Salt Lake City route, which was discontinued in February 2022 by Delta Air Lines, will start back up early next year.
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Air travel congestion eases as United gets handle on canceled flights
Besides better weather, airlines also are running lighter schedules a day ahead of the July 4 holiday. Wednesday figures to be the next big test for the system.
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Air travelers endure another day of airport agony as United struggles
Airports in Chicago, Denver and Newark, New Jersey—all hubs for United Airlines—were seeing the most delays on Thursday, according to FlightAware.
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Deadliest U.S. air disaster in almost a quarter-century kills 67
Wednesday’s crash in Washington, D.C., was the deadliest in the U.S. since Nov. 12, 2001.
UPDATE: Everyone aboard American Airlines jet that collided with Army helicopter feared dead
All takeoffs and landings from Ronald Reagan National Airport were halted as helicopters from law enforcement agencies across the region flew over the scene in search of survivors.
Bankrupt Spirit Air rebuffs new takeover offer from Frontier
Spirit Airlines Inc. rejected a new acquisition offer from the parent of Frontier Airlines but said it remains open to a long-discussed combination of the budget carriers.
Government sues Southwest Airlines, fines Frontier for chronically delayed flights
The Transportation Department said the lawsuit alleges that Southwest illegally operated chronically delayed flights and disrupted passengers’ travel plans. It says it is seeking “maximum civil penalties.”
Top 10 most on-time airlines in world include two U.S. carriers
Mexico City-based carrier Aeromexico was the most on-time airline in 2024—with 86.7% of flights arriving on time.
UPDATE: American Airlines operations up and running again after technical issue grounded US flights
In social media replies to frustrated travelers, the airline said: “Our team is currently working to rectify this. Your continued patience is appreciated.”
On its way out, Biden administration renews push for airline-consumer protections
Such a rule would go far beyond the current requirement for airlines to pay ticket refunds. It would make U.S. policy more closely resemble airline consumer protections in Europe.
Record 3M-plus travelers screened at U.S. airports in single day
Airlines canceled about 120 U.S. flights—not an unusually high number — and more than 6,800 flights were delayed, according to FlightAware.
‘Busiest Thanksgiving ever’: How TSA plans to handle record air travel
The TSA says it will will have enough screeners to keep general security lines under 30 minutes. But there could be delays related to an FAA staffing shortage.
Charlotte airport workers strike at outset of busy Thanksgiving travel week
Workers describe living paycheck to paycheck, unable to cover expenses like car repairs while performing jobs that keep countless planes running on schedule.
Spirit Airlines files for bankruptcy as financial losses pile up
The airline has lost more than $2.5 billion since the start of 2020 and faces looming debt payments totaling more than $1 billion in 2025 and 2026.
Boeing factory strike ends as workers vote to accept contract
According to the International Association of Machinists and Aerospace Workers, the 33,000 workers it represents can return to work as soon as Wednesday or as late as Nov. 12.
Spirit launching nonstop from Indy to Atlanta, seasonal to New Orleans
The Florida-based budget carrier will begin daily service to Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport on May 7 and seasonal nonstops to New Orleans for Mardi Gras.
Spirit Airlines plans to cut jobs, sell some planes amid looming financial struggles
In a Thursday regulatory filing, Spirit said it has identified about $80 million of cost-cutting measures set to begin early next year.
Justice Department launching investigation of competition in air travel
The broad investigation will look into the state of competition in air travel, including the effect of mergers and joint ventures between airlines.
Indianapolis International Airport lands nonstop flights to Ireland
Aer Lingus will begin offering nonstop flights between Indianapolis and Dublin four times a week starting in May, marking the first nonstop transatlantic flights from Indy since 2020.
Airlines say they’re capping fares in the hurricane’s path as officials warn against price gouging
U.S. flight cancellations were expected to soar past 1,600 on Wednesday, when Milton was forecast to come ashore along Florida’s central Gulf coast. The bulk of those cancellations are in Florida.
Southwest Airlines to launch assigned seating, premium cabin in 2025
Southwest plans to begin assigned seating in the “second half” of next year, the airline said. The shift does away with its trademark open seating, where travelers can pick any seat they want after boarding a flight.
Training center helps Republic Airways pilots earn, keep their wings
The training center, a 272-room hotel for Republic employees and an 800-space parking garage are part of Republic’s $200 million corporate campus. A 122,000-square-foot headquarters building is under construction and expected to open in January 2026.