Topic: Robert Mann
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Worst U.S. airline revealed: Are you surprised?
The worst U.S. airline, according to a new report, got twice as many complaints as last year, and 17 times more than Southwest, which got the fewest customer complaints.
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Civil War sailors buried: Their faces are known, but who are they?
The Navy buried two sailors found in the turret of the USS Monitor, the famed Civil War ironclad. Forensic anthropologists reconstructed their likenesses, but their identities are a mystery.
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American and US Airways to become the world's largest airline (+video)
Leaders of the deal between American Airlines and US Airways decided early on that they would only proceed as long as they had the backing of American employees. The two sides believe they would receive regulatory backing for a merger. The new company is to be called American Airlines and based out of Fort Worth, Texas.
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Terrafugia flying cars cost $279,000 each, already have 100 pre-orders (+video)
Terrafugia flyng cars: The company said Monday that its flying car has completed its first test flight. The Terrafugia flying cars will be unveiled at the New York Auto show this week.
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Air France wreckage could provide answers to mysterious crash
French authorities say they have found the engine and parts of the fuselage of the Air France plane that crashed in 2009 off Brazil's coast.
04/04/2011 03:46 pm -
In Colombia plane crash, pilot skill praised for minimal injury
Pilot skill in the Colombia plane crash is being pointed to as a key factor in saving the lives of 130 passengers. One passenger died.
08/16/2010 05:54 pm -
Search narrows for Air France Flight 447 black boxes
Based on a new analysis of sonar "pings," French investigators are focusing attention on a smaller area of the Atlantic to continue the hunt for the black boxes that could reveal why the Air France Flight 447 crashed last June.
05/06/2010 05:42 pm -
Global News Blog British Airways strike is latest in wave across Europe airlines
The seven-day British Airways strike slated for late March is the latest in a wave of strikes to sweep across France, Italy, Germany, and Greece as socialist entitlement collides with market realities.
03/12/2010 10:10 am -
To reduce pilot fatigue, FAA moves to revise rules
Buffalo crash, other incidents prompt aviation agency to expedite rule changes.
08/06/2009 01:00 am -
American Airlines losses point to grim times for industry
Other major airlines are also expected to report losses for the second quarter, as swine flu and the recession take its toll on air travel.
07/16/2009 01:00 am -
Air France plane didn't break up? Skepticism grows.
Many wonder how French investigators, who announced their findings Thursday, could arrive at that conclusion when so little evidence has been recovered.
07/02/2009 01:00 am -
Will second crash in one month hurt Airbus image?
With just four companies manufacturing large commercial planes, any accident draws scrutiny to a firm.
06/30/2009 01:00 am -
The importance of Flight 447's missing black boxes
Black box data can provide key clues to how the crash happened, information that's vital for future airline safety and design.
06/25/2009 01:00 am -
Did Air France Flight 447 break up midair?
Figuring out what caused the crash could shed light on the safety of composites – new materials replacing traditional metals in many aircraft.
06/12/2009 01:00 am -
Will US airlines make a turnaround in 2009?
Their cost-cutting in recent years could pay off. But longtime problems remain.
01/14/2009 12:00 am -
Fewer fliers this Thanksgiving, but flights will still be packed
The airlines, the Transportation Security Administration (TSA), and the Bush administration are taking steps for smoother traveling.
11/25/2008 12:00 am -
Aviation leaders urge Congress to act on energy policy – now
They call for a special session of Congress, but many are skeptical the session will get off the ground.
07/30/2008 01:00 am -
U.S. plan to ease air congestion runs into head winds
Some critics say a proposed cap on New York flights would raise costs. Others say better traffic management is the key.
06/20/2008 01:00 am -
Will air travel be better this summer?
Airlines move to reduce problems of 2007's dismal season, with a focus on New York area traffic.
05/15/2008 01:00 am -
Airline woes to boost ticket prices
Carriers report huge losses tied to fuel price hikes. Their remedy: trim flights and raise fares.
04/25/2008 01:00 am -
What would Delta-Northwest merger cost flying public?
The deal could lead to further airline consolidations.
04/16/2008 01:00 am -
Could flight disruptions have been avoided?
The FAA didn't give American Airlines the usual amount of time to fix the glitches.
04/14/2008 01:00 am -
FAA adjusts safety regime, but some say not enough
The agency cites new 'improvements' to safety record, airline oversight. Critics say its industry ties remain too tight.
04/07/2008 01:00 am -
Plane maintenance lapses draw congressional hearing
With four major carriers having grounded planes, FAA whistle-blowers will testify Thursday before Congress.
04/03/2008 01:00 am -
Tough times force airlines to scale back
With rising fuel costs and a recession in the wings, airlines are cutting jobs and hiking prices.
03/20/2008 01:00 am
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