President Biden's administration is pushing for new contracts for flight attendants and airline caterers to avoid labor unrest that could impact his reelection campaign. Negotiations are intensifying with the hope of reaching agreements by the end of May.
Despite safety issues and higher costs, airline executives report strong demand for flights this summer, with record sales days and forecasts exceeding expectations.
Boeing's production issues are causing a shortage of planes, leading to higher ticket prices and challenges for airlines worldwide.
Boeing's largest U.S. airline customers are facing disruptions in their 2024 network plans due to the manufacturer's growing regulatory and legal problems, resulting in significant delays in aircraft production and delivery schedules.