Southwest Carries Most Passengers During 2009 Industry Downturn
In the midst of a 5.3% industry-wide decline in passengers, Southwest Airlines retained its crown as the nation's biggest carrier in 2009. American finished second overall while carrying the most international passengers.
LAX Becomes First US Airport To See Multi-Airline 787 Service
As LAN and United launched flights last week, LAX became the first US airport to be served by Boeing 787s from two different airlines.
Security Scare on JetBlue Flight in New York
A passenger on board Saturday evening's jetBlue Flight 21 from New York-Kennedy to Tampa was removed from the plane for undisclosed security reasons, officials said.
Air Lease Corporation Finalizes Order of 60 Boeing 737-800s
Boeing announced on Monday that Air Lease Corporation has completed an agreement to purchase up to 60 new Boeing 737-800 aircraft.
Virginia Plane Crash to Be Investigated by Canadian Authorities
A midair plane crash in Virginia that killed two people will be investigated by Canadian authorities, as both pilots were employees of the US Federal Aviation Administration and National Transportation Safety Board.