STORY REMOVED: US--Regional Airlines-SafetyOctober 14th, 2009 STORY REMOVED: US--Regional Airlines-SafetyWASHINGTON — The Associated Press has withdrawn its story that the House has passed a bill to toughen regulations on pilot training, qualifications and work schedules in response to accidents involving regional airlines. The vote on the bill has not been completed.
Mokulele, go! airlines merge join forces to compete against Hawaiian AirlinesOctober 13th, 2009 Mokulele, go! airlines mergeHONOLULU — Two of three jet carriers that fly interisland routes in Hawaii are merging in hopes of growing and taking market share away from Hawaiian Airlines. The parent companies of Mokulele Airlines and go! announced Tuesday they have formed a joint venture that will create the state's "only low-cost carrier, ensuring a strong competitive presence in the inter-island market for the benefit of consumers."
The company will continue flying under both brand names.
Mesa, Ariz., is 1,000th city to sign Conference of Mayors' climate change agreementOctober 2nd, 2009 Mesa, Ariz., is 1,000th signer for climate changeSEATTLE — Mesa, Ariz., is the 1,000th city to sign the U.S. Conference of Mayors' climate change agreement.
Mesa to fight Delta Air Lines suit to end contract with Mesa and FreedomAugust 29th, 2009 Mesa to fight Delta on contract suitNEW YORK — Mesa Air Group Inc. said Friday it will fight Delta Air Lines Inc.'s attempt to end its contract with the regional airline and Mesa subsidiary Freedom Airlines Inc.
American Eagle launches service to Manhattan, Kansas from Dallas/Fort WorthAugust 25th, 2009 American Eagle launches service to Manhattan, Kan.FORT WORTH, Texas — American Eagle, the regional affiliate of American Airlines, on Tuesday began service between Dallas/Fort Worth International Airport and Manhattan Regional Airport in Manhattan, Kan., with two daily round-trip flights. The new service is operated with 50-seat Embraer ERJ-145 jets.
A look at airlines' on-time performance as reported by the DOTAugust 4th, 2009 A look at airlines' on-time statusThe following lists 19 airlines' on-time performance in June and overall on-time performance since the beginning of the year, according to data from the Department of Transportation's Bureau of Transportation Statistics. Carrier On-Time Arrival Pct.
Ethiopian Airlines orders 5 Boeing 777-200LR jets worth $1.3 billion at list pricesJuly 29th, 2009 Ethiopian Airlines orders 5 Boeing 777sSEATTLE — Boeing Co. and Ethiopian Airlines have announced an order for five 777 long range jets.
No charges to be filed against 5 Mesa police officers after 1 flushes fetus down motel toiletJuly 16th, 2009 No charges against Mesa police in fetus flushingPHOENIX — Prosecutors in Arizona won't file charges against five Mesa police officers for their role in flushing a stillborn fetus down a toilet. The Maricopa County Attorney's Office determined a crime wasn't committed last month when an officer flushed the 4-inch fetus down a toilet in a motel room.
Airlines Delays ListJuly 9th, 2009 Airlines Delays ListThe percentage of airline flights in May that arrived within 15 minutes of scheduled arrival, according to the U.S. Transportation Department:
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Appeals court upholds injunction barring Delta from terminating contract with Mesa subsidiaryJuly 2nd, 2009 Injunction against Delta in Mesa case upheldATLANTA — A federal appeals court has upheld a preliminary injunction barring Delta Air Lines Inc., the world's biggest airline operator, from terminating a regional flying contract with Mesa Air Group Inc. subsidiary Freedom Airlines.
Vietnam Airlines, Philippines' Cebu Pacific order total of 21 jets in Airbus A320 familyJune 16th, 2009 Vietnam Airlines orders 16 Airbus A320 jetsLE BOURGET, France — Airbus announced two firm orders from Vietnam Airlines and Philippines low-cost airline Cebu Pacific worth $1.8 billion on Tuesday, giving the European airline a boost at the Paris Air Show, which is overshadowed by recession and a slumping industry. Airbus said Vietnam Airlines has ordered 16 Airbus A321 single-aisle jets worth $1.4 billion and pledged to buy two more A350-XWB planes.
A look at airlines' on-time performance in April, as reported by the DOTJune 9th, 2009 A look at airlines' on-time status in AprilThe following are rankings of 19 airlines' on-time performance in April, according to data from the Department of Transportation's Bureau of Transportation Statistics:
Carrier On-Time Arrival Pct.
Hawaiian 91.1
Pinnacle 86.2
Skywest 85.8
Alaska 84.3
Southwest 84.1
Northwest 83.1
United 80.7
Mesa 80.6
US Airways 79.9
Airtran 78.3
Frontier 77.7
Delta 76.5
American Eagle 75.7
American 74.4
Expressjet 72.8
JetBlue 72.7
Continental 72.0
Atlantic Southeast 69.4
Comair 68.6
All Airlines 79.1
Boeing to discuss possible order for new aircraft with United AirlinesJune 4th, 2009 Boeing to negotiate with United over new airplanesPITTSBURGH — Airplane maker Boeing Co. said Thursday it will hold discussions with United Airlines over a possible order for new aircraft, after a newspaper reported the carrier had sought bids from Boeing and rival Airbus for up to 150 new jets.
A look at US airlines' on-time performance in MarchMay 12th, 2009 A look at airlines' March on-time performanceThe following are the rankings of 19 airlines' on-time performance in March, according to data provided by the Department of Transportation's Bureau of Transportation Statistics:
Carrier On-Time Arrival Pct.
Hawaiian 91.46
Pinnacle 85.09
Southwest 83.89
Northwest 82.71
SkyWest 82.39
United 80.50
US Airways 79.57
JetBlue 79.24
American Eagle 78.44
Frontier 78.37
American 77.54
Mesa 76.07
Comair 74.35
Continental 74.21
AirTran 74.01
Delta 73.88
ExpressJet 71.72
Alaska 70.24
Atlantic Southeast 60.90
All Airlines 78.40
American joins other US airlines in reducing flights to Mexico after swine flu reportsMay 5th, 2009 American Airlines reduces flights to MexicoDALLAS — American Airlines said Tuesday it will reduce the number of flights to Mexico by about one-fourth, joining most other major U.S. carriers in reacting to falling demand amid public worry over the swine flu.
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