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American Airlines Pilots Say Labor Conditions 'Toxic'

Call Service To Customers 'Embarrassing' In Letter To Management

The pilots union for American Airlines has sent a letter to AA CEO Doug Parker saying the airline has returned to "toxic" labor relations and is offering a substandard product following its recent merger with USAirways.

ALPA Data Suggests Pilot Shortage Is Real

Regional Carriers Already Suffering From A Lack Of Qualified Pilots

A shortage of qualified pilots in regional and mid-sized airlines could have broad consequences in the larger aviation industry.

Bombardier C Series Aircraft Route-Proving Takes Off In Europe

Flights Being Conducted By Bombardier Using SWISS' Typical Operational Procedures

CS100 aircraft route-proving exercises in are underway in Europe. The month-long program is underway with a dedicated CS100 route-proving aircraft operated by Bombardier from launch operator Swiss International Air Lines’ (“SWISS”) base in Zurich, Switzerland. The route-proving exercises are scheduled to include main European cities such a Brussels, Vienna and Warsaw.

Authorities Say Andreas Lubitz Told Doctor Of Medical Issues

Email Investigation Reveals Lubitz Was Suffering From Insomnia, Losing Eyesight

An investigation has revealed that Andreas Lubitz, the Germanwings co-pilot who intentionally crashed an Airbus A320 in the French Alps with 150 passengers on board, told one of his doctors in an email that he was losing his sight and suffering from insomnia.

United Airlines Announces Return Of President and CEO Oscar Munoz

Will Be Back On The Job Next Monday

United Continental Holdings President and Chief Executive Officer Oscar Munoz plans to return to those roles on a full-time basis on March 14, 2016 and resume all of his duties and responsibilities at that time. Munoz has already been participating actively in all major corporate decisions and meeting frequently with employees, shareholders, and other stakeholders during his recovery.