U.S. airlines tell crews not to force passengers to wear masks
The top three U.S. airlines have told their flight attendants not to force passengers to comply with a new policy requiring face coverings, just encourage them to do so, according to employee policies reviewed by Reuters.
Government warns airlines on refunds, allows 5% of flights to halt
The Department of Transportation warned airlines against "unfair or deceptive" refund policies after receiving a record number of complaints from customers during the coronavirus pandemic.
United Airlines clarifies new policy as more photos emerge of packed planes
United's website says that the airline cannot guarantee passengers will be next to unoccupied seats.
As coronavirus struggles continue, United Airlines names Brett J. Hart new president
He will join other company officials in forgoing his salary amid the coronavirus pandemic.
United Airlines responds to photo of packed plane
A doctor who was on a free flight home after volunteering at a New York City hospital said every seat on the jet was full.
Airlines made big coronavirus changes this week. What to know
COVID-19 is forcing airlines to change the way Americans fly.
Why are some planes crowded with air travel down?
Travel is down 90 poercent from a year ago, but in some cases, airlines are creating the crowds by canceling other flights and packing passengers on the few remaining planes.
Coronavirus losses prompt United Airlines to plan 30% job cuts to management
The airline has accepted U.S. government payroll aid that bans job cuts until Sept. 30.
Coronavirus pushes Berkshire to sell entire stakes in US airlines: Buffett
Berkshire Hathaway sold its entire stakes in the four largest U.S. airlines in April, Chairman Warren Buffett said Saturday.
Big 4 airlines take on coronavirus with new safety measures
Several airlines are requiring passengers wear face masks or coverings to use their service during the coronavirus pandemic.
United Airlines adds safety procedures, ticket changes
Changes must be made by May 31
TSA screenings tick up from coronavirus pandemic lows
Passenger screenings have been climbing since their mid-April lows.
United Airlines sees $2.1B loss as coronavirus hits growth hopes
United Airlines said on Monday it expects to report a pre-tax loss of about $2.1 billion for the first quarter, after the coronavirus pandemic crushed demand.
United cuts May flights by 90%, tells employees to brace for job cuts
Travel demand for United has cratered as most U.S. states have ordered residents to stay at home
Major U.S. airlines plan to apply for government loans in addition to grants - sources
Several major U.S. airlines are preparing to apply this week for a $25 billion U.S. government loan program after winning billions in federal payroll grants, people familiar with the matter said.
Is your coronavirus-canceled flight eligible for a refund? Here’s what to know
Each airline has its own cancellation and delay policies, so it’s key to know what your specific airline says about refunds.
Coronavirus forces airlines to consider selling miles for cash
Major airlines are weighing options amid the coronavirus pandemic and may sell flight miles to credit card companies to survive.
Airlines, Treasury coronavirus relief package negotiations underway
Coronavirus relief negotiations continue between the airlines and US Treasury officials.
U.S. airlines must repay some coronavirus cash, Mnuchin says
Every $1 billion in government aid would include $700 million in grants, $300 million in low-interest loans and an option for the government to buy $30 million in shares.
As coronavirus strands travelers, tourism scrambles to survive
In the age of coronavirus travel means going to the local store. That re-definition is hurting the traditional travel industry