Southwest Airlines CEO says unvaccinated employees won't lose their jobs, despite a federal mandate
It marks a softening of Southwest's stance on COVID-19 vaccines. It said early October that staff must be fully vaccinated "to continue employment."
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American Airlines employees protest outside headquarters over vaccine mandate
A crowd of current and former American Airlines employees and their supporters protested outside the carrier's headquarters on Friday over the company's COVID-19 vaccine mandate.
Southwest Airlines won't fire unvaccinated employees: 'It makes no sense'
Despite the deadline, Southwest CEO Gary Kelly said during the company's third-quarter earnings call that no one will lose their job on Dec. 9 even if the airline isn't "perfectly in compliance."
Southwest Airlines 'aggressively hiring' with plans to fill 5K spots by yearend
Southwest faced a significant loss earlier this month from flight cancellations, customer refunds and "gestures of goodwill."
United exec warns passengers booking flights on airlines without vaccine mandates
During a third-quarter earnings call, the airline's executives, including CEO Scott Kirby, touted that customers can "book with confidence" with United.
Southwest Airlines' October flight cancellations cost carrier $75 million
Southwest said flight cancellations in October cost it $75 million as it grappled with understaffing.
American Airlines posts profit thanks to federal aid, revenue improves
For the fourth-quarter American expects its revenue to be down about 20% from 2019.
United Airlines CEO says to expect higher fares as jet fuel prices rise
United CEO Scott Kirby says jet fuel prices generally rise as demand climbs.
United Airlines Turns A Profit With 777s Expected To Be Back Next Year
United Airlines has reported a third-quarter profit of $473 million. Coming off of a strong summer, United is…
Stocks making the biggest moves after hours: Netflix, United Airlines, Interactive Brokers & more
See which stocks are posting big moves after the bell.
Southwest Airlines Credit Cards Get New Benefits
Southwest Airlines credit cards have all new benefits, including EarlyBird boarding, better rewards structures, and more.
United Airlines posts higher-than-expected revenue after travel demand rebounds
United posted a narrower adjusted loss than expected after travel demand rebounded in the third quarter.
Southwest Airlines scraps plans to put unvaccinated employees on unpaid leave
Earlier this month, Southwest became the latest airline to require its employees to get inoculated by Dec. 8, although it still gave employees the option to apply for medical or religious exemptions.
Current, Former Southwest Airlines Workers Protest COVID-19 Vaccination Mandates At HQ
Current and former Southwest Airlines workers gathered to protest recent COVID-19 vaccination mandates on Monday, Oct. 18.
A maskless United Airlines passenger was kicked off his flight after threatening to break someone's neck
A United Airlines passenger was removed from a flight after making threats to customers and staff when asked to turn off his cell phone.
Runways Reopen After American Airlines Plane Blows Tires at Reagan National
An American Airlines plane blew several tires at Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport Saturday, temporarily shutting down two runways and diverting flights as passengers had to be bussed from the…
Irate United Airlines passenger ejected from plane after berating flight crew and threatening to break someone's neck
Footage of an unmasked United Airlines passenger's disturbing outburst is now going viral on multiple social media platforms. The incident, which took place on a flight heading to Los Angeles, Calif.,…
DC air traffic disrupted after American Airlines flight stalls near runway
Emergency crews at Ronald Reagan National airport in Washington, D.C. are responding do a jet that has been stopped in the middle of the airport's main runway
Judge rules in favor of United Airlines employees who claim 'discrimination' after vaccine mandates
"The court seeks simply to avoid the risk of irreparable harm to the parties and to maintain the status quo while the court holds an evidentiary hearing."
United Airlines Plans 10 New Transatlantic Routes In 2022
United Airlines announced 10 new transatlantic routes for the 2022 summer season, including Amman, the Azores, Bergen, and two Spanish islands.