DOT waives $11M fine against Southwest Airlines
The U.S. Department of Transportation has decided to waive the remaining $11 million in fines owed by Southwest Airlines as part of a record $140 million penalty stemming from the…
FAA probes major airlines for adherence to flight reductions during government shutdown
The Federal Aviation Administration is investigating whether major airlines followed emergency flight reductions during last month’s government shutdown, the longest in U.S. history. The FAA said in a Dec. 1…
Southwest Airlines to offer military leave for pilots starting in 2026
A class-action lawsuit filed by military service members against Southwest Airlines has led to a major settlement that will provide short-term military leave for employees starting next year. Under the…