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Emirates Wants to Grow in the U.S.
Emirates President Sir Tim Clark says the airline would like to grow its presence in the U.S. But Boeing delivery delays have created some roadblocks. During an interview with Sky News Australia, Clark hinted at some optimism regarding the new…
January 31, 2025 12:38 pm ET -
Southwest Reaffirms ‘Merit’ Hiring Amid DEI Scrutiny
Southwest is the latest airline to double down on commitments to merit-based hiring. The Dallas-based carrier’s comments come after increased scrutiny over diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) practices. “On the DEI question, whether it’s today, five years ago, 10 years…
January 30, 2025 12:39 pm ET -
Trump Blames DEI for D.C. Accident
President Donald Trump said during a Thursday press conference that DEI hiring policies were to blame for Wednesday’s aircraft collision over the Potomac River in Washington, D.C. He said the Federal Aviation Administration, the National Transportation Safety Board, and the…
January 29, 2025 6:00 am ET -
United CEO Says Airline is Committed to ‘Hiring Based on…
United CEO Scott Kirby said the carrier will “continue to hire based on merit” during a Q&A with reporters at the end of last week’s fourth-quarter earnings call. The statement came after a reporter asked Kirby if United was considering…
January 22, 2025 4:37 pm ET -
Trump Sunsets Lockerbie-Era Security Committee
Amid a flurry of regulatory shake-ups, President Donald Trump also plans to wind down a 36-year-old aviation security committee. The move comes after Transportation Security Administration head David Pekoske was ousted on Inauguration Day. Established in 1989 following the Pan…