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A quick look at recent airline labour disputes
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Engineer sacked after rebooting Singapore Airlines plane, causing 17-minute delay
An aircraft maintenance worker who powered down a plane to clear errors before take-off has failed to win back his job after causing a 17-minute delay, with the country's fair work umpire saying this was partly because he had been working extra…
UK airport 'facing fuel shortage as flight warning given to airlines
A number of airlines could be affected by a fuel shortage, putting holiday plans at risk. This follows Gatwick Airport announcing a jet fuel warning to pilots which could impact flights departing from the airport. Airlines to look out for include…
Airplane Art - United Airlines Boeing 787-8 on final approach to Chicago O'Hare - Economy Class & Beyond
It's Sunday again, so it must be time for some more Airplane Art. This week, we have a United Airlines Boeing 787-8 on final approach to Chicago O'Hare in the evening sun as it sets over the Midwest. United Airlines operates a fleet of 12 Boeing…
WestJet flight attendants on strike as union, airline fail to come to terms
CALGARY — WestJet's 4,400 flight attendants went on strike early Sunday morning, and the airline halted all flights on a busy summer travel weekend after the carrier and union failed to reach a new contract. Both CUPE, the union representing…
Airline fuel surcharges for int'l routes to go up from Aug. 9 - Focus Taiwan
Taipei, Aug. 3 (CNA) Fuel surcharges on both short-haul and long-haul international flights operated by Taiwanese airlines will increase from Aug. 9 following a sharp rise in international aviation fuel prices, the Civil Aviation Administration…
National Airlines Accelerates Fleet Expansion with Delivery of Third Boeing 777-200 Freighter
National Airlines announces the delivery of its third Boeing 777-200 Freighter (N795CA), further strengthening National Airlines long-haul cargo capabilities and reinforcing its commitment to delivering customized air cargo solutions for customers…
WestJet flight attendants on strike as union, airline fail to come to terms
CALGARY — Travellers are starting to feel the effects after WestJet's 4,400 flight attendants went on strike early Sunday morning. The airline halted all flights on a busy summer travel weekend after the carrier and union failed to reach a…
Amundi Buys 437,423 Shares of Southwest Airlines Co. $LUV
Amundi boosted its stake in shares of Southwest Airlines Co. (NYSE:LUV - Free Report) by 42.7% in the 1st quarter, according to the company in its most recent 13F filing with the Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC). The fund owned 1,461,344…
WestJet flight attendants on strike as union, airline fail to come to terms
A WestJet Boeing 737 Max aircraft takes off from Vancouver International Airport, in Richmond, B.C., on Friday, July 31, 2026. WestJet flight attendants are on strike. THE CANADIAN PRESS/Darryl Dyck Travellers are starting to feel the effects after…
Singapore Airlines Trials First Class Personal Concierge Service At Changi Airport
Singapore Airlines is known for its great first class experience (marketed as First Class on the 777, and Suites Class on the A380) — the airline has a great onboard experience, and a very good lounge at its Singapore Changi hub. I'd say the…
IndiGo at 20: How India's largest airline took flight, and where it plans to go
As IndiGo marks 20 years of operations, the airline that transformed air travel in India is preparing for what its co-founder calls a 'longer leap of flying' as it charts an ambitious international expansion to connect the global Indian diaspora to…
Willie Walsh Appointed IndiGo CEO: Strategic Vision for Global Growth
Veteran aviation leader Willie Walsh has officially taken charge as the CEO of IndiGo, India's largest airline, tasked with spearheading its next phase of global expansion and enhancing operational efficiency. Willie Walsh has officially assumed…
CCTV Script 03/08/26
– This is the script of CNBC's financial news report for China's CCTV on AUG 03, 2026. Analysts point out that due to the ongoing conflict in the Middle East, crude oil supplies from the Persian Gulf remain constrained, meaning the planned…
Why flights are so expensive and will likely stay that way
Airlines expect airfare to stay high this year, even if fuel prices drop. Airfare is up more than 26% in June compared with a year earlier, but executives said customers are still buying tickets. Carriers expect their fuel bills to rise by billions…
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