June 28, 2024

DLD 489: Well and truly screwed

36 minutes

The US DOT seems keen to rewrite the rules – or at least how they’re enforced – in a way that’s liable to significantly impact the US market.

Also in this episode:

Public Charters (i.e. JSX) are about to get screwed

Volaris and Iberia agreement to expand connectivity between Spain and Mexico

AA FAs close negotiations without a deal, while AS FAs have a framework for a new TA.

Aer Lingus strike likely

WestJet Mechanics returned to bargain, avoiding more flight cxls

JetBlue brings carry-ons back to Basic Economy

Global Airlines punts to 2025

X-66A delays at Boeing

Boom building built

Sun Country picks up more Amazon freighters

For our Patreon subscribers we have bonus content, including:

Archer “plans” eVTOL network for Bay Area

WN/OKC

A220 GTF complaints from airBaltic

And plenty more. Enjoy the show!

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