Delta Air Lines, Department of Transportation rule

American, Southwest among airlines challenging Biden-era accessibility rules
The case is filed against the U.S. Department of Transportation, and right now, it's unclear whether the Trump administration will defend it.
Major US airlines challenge Biden-era DOT wheelchair accessibility rule
The DOT's Biden-era rule protecting travelers with mobility devices is being brought to court by major U.S. airlines.
Five major airlines are suing the U.S. government over a rule that punished them for damaging passengers’ wheelchairs
More than 11,500 wheelchairs and scooters were mishandled by airlines in 2023, according to the Department of Transportation.
US Airlines Challenge Biden Wheelchair Passenger Protection Rule
Major U.S. airlines and a trade association have challenged a Biden administration rule issued in December requiring new consumer protections for disabled passengers using wheelchairs. United Airlines,
Airlines look to cut consumer protections for wheelchair-using travelers
Trade group for American, Delta, JetBlue, Southwest and United say carriers are mishandling fewer passenger wheelchairs.
Airlines push back on new federal protections for passengers with disabilities
The engines of the plane were literally revving when someone came along and told us to get off,” Robinson said, and they were “carted” off the plane as all of the passengers watched. It’s the type of experience that many people with disabilities fear while flying.
Rumors run rampant about Southwest Airlines merger
In the latest air travel news, there’s a growing volume of online chatter about the next big airline merger that’s likely to be proposed, and much of it involves Southwest Airlines; the Trump ...
Did Southwest Airlines Conduct Mass Layoffs in Preparation for JetBlue Merger? What We Know
The unconfirmed combination could hold benefits for both carriers, but would likely encounter significant regulatory hurdles.
New Study: These Are the Safest Airlines in the U.S.
A new study ranks the safest U.S. airlines for 2025, confirming air travel remains statistically safe despite recent ...
Southwest Airlines’ First Major Job Cut in 53 Years Is Set to Reduce 15% Staff
Southwest Airlines (LUV) is about to implement its first-ever major job cut in 53 years, reducing 15% of its corporate staff.
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Airlines Sue to Avoid Consequences for Breaking Disabled Travelers’ Wheelchairs
In addition to the new rule, the Department of Transportation also fined American Airlines $50 million last October for its ...
Southwest Airlines Could Fly High On Demand Growth, But Needs To Improve Margins
Southwest Airlines' gross and net income margins could use improvement vs. peers, as well as its dividend growth trend. See ...
Southwest Airlines layoffs to save $300M: stock rises, analysts optimistic
Southwest Airlines’ share price was rising in pre-market hours as the airline announced plans to cut 1,750 corporate jobs, ...