American Air Pilots Report Surge in Safety Concerns

The union for American Airlines pilots has warned of a "significant spike" in safety- and maintenance-related issues, including instances of tools being left in airplane wheel wells and an increasing number of aircraft collisions during towing. The Allied Pilots Association urged its members to prioritize safety and avoid rushing, emphasizing the need to address problematic trends. This comes amid heightened scrutiny on airline safety following recent incidents, with the union seeking to be more involved in safety risk assessments at the carrier. The Federal Aviation Administration has also increased oversight of United Airlines as part of a broad safety review, while Boeing Co.'s manufacturing and quality practices have been under intense scrutiny.