Southwest Reaffirms ‘Merit’ Hiring Amid DEI Scrutiny
The Dallas-based carrier’s comments come after increased scrutiny over diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) practices within the aviation industry.
The Dallas-based carrier’s comments come after increased scrutiny over diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) practices within the aviation industry.
The airline began service to Brisbane last month, which is a seasonal flight. Its Los Angeles to Sydney route is served year-round.
Both devices were recovered from the PSA CRJ-700 jet, which collided with a Black Hawk helicopter over the Potomac River.
Even with conservatively planned delivery numbers, Southwest CEO Bob Jordan said the beleaguered manufacturer “appears to be on a good path.”
One of the two pilots onboard the PSA Airlines flight that crashed near Reagan National Airport on Wednesday has been identified.
D.C. Fire Chief John Donnelly said Thursday that no survivors are expected after an American Eagle CRJ-700 and helicopter collided near Reagan National Airport.
One of the aircraft was an American Eagle CRJ-700 operated by PSA Airlines, while the other was a helicopter, according to the FAA.
Should a transaction be finalized, Frontier and Spirit would become the fifth-largest U.S. airline with plans to serve 100 million passengers per year.
Last week, the airline and the Air Line Pilots Association inked a letter of agreement to formalize the voluntary early separations.
The Delta Airbus A350-900 that collided with a CRJ-900 in September returned to service last week after undergoing repairs.