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Delta is in deal to sublease Southwest 717 fleet

Airlines for America SmartBrief | May 23, 2012

Southwest Airlines has reached a tentative deal with Delta Air Lines to sublease its entire fleet of 88 fuel-efficient Boeing 717 planes starting in 2013. Southwest acquired the 717 aircraft when it took over AirTran, but has said that the planes are not part of its long-term plans. Reuters (05/22) Atlanta Journal-Constitution, The (05/22) Air Transport World (05/23) Wall Street Journal, The (05/22)


Judge denies request from pilots union in AMR bankruptcy

Airlines for America SmartBrief | May 25, 2012

Delta Air Lines is trying out "basic economy" airfares

Airlines for America SmartBrief | May 29, 2012

Southwest Airlines flight attendants vote against contract changes

Airlines for America SmartBrief | May 23, 2012

US Airways Express reports flare within 50 feet of aircraft

Airlines for America SmartBrief | May 23, 2012

United Airlines withdraws preboarding privileges for families

Airlines for America SmartBrief | May 23, 2012

Flight is diverted after passenger says she has surgically implanted device

Airlines for America SmartBrief | May 23, 2012

Republic Airways CEO discusses role of Bombardier C-Series jets

Airlines for America SmartBrief | May 24, 2012

Delta, US Airways try different strategies to combat high fuel prices

Airlines for America SmartBrief | May 23, 2012

Atlanta-bound flight is diverted to Phoenix because of engine trouble

Airlines for America SmartBrief | May 24, 2012


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