The U.S. Transportation Department has ordered Delta and Aeromexico to dissolve their joint partnership due to concerns over Mexico's unfair airline practices, including restrictions on flights and airport slot allocations, which are seen as giving Mexican airlines an advantage. This move is part of broader trade tensions between the U.S. and Mexico, and the airlines have expressed disappointment, warning of economic impacts and reduced connectivity. The order will take effect in January, but until then, the airlines will continue their cooperation.
The Trump administration ordered Delta Air Lines and Aeromexico to end their joint venture by January 1 due to anticompetitive concerns, potentially impacting U.S.-Mexico flight services and economic benefits, with both airlines reviewing the decision.
The US Department of Transportation is set to revoke the antitrust immunity of Delta and Aeromexico for transborder flights by late 2025 due to Mexico's unfair practices at Mexico City Airport, which have favored Aeromexico and restricted competition. While the airlines can still partner, they will no longer be able to coordinate pricing and scheduling, marking a significant shift in their relationship amid ongoing regulatory and political tensions.
An Aeromexico passenger opened an emergency exit and walked onto the wing during a tarmac delay in Mexico City, prompting a reminder of U.S. passenger rights for tarmac delays. The U.S. Department of Transportation requires airlines to provide food and water during onboard tarmac delays of more than two hours, and an opportunity to leave the plane after three hours for domestic flights or four hours for international flights. However, airlines are not required to provide additional compensation for tarmac delays, and are not obligated to offer full meals, only snacks, during lengthy delays.
A man was taken into custody after opening an emergency exit door on an Aeromexico plane at Mexico City International Airport and walking out onto the wing during a flight delay to Guatemala. Passengers claimed they were kept on the tarmac for hours without ventilation or water, leading to the man's desperate action. The airport confirmed the incident and reported that the man re-entered the cabin without causing harm. The man was put at the disposal of authorities due to international security regulations, and at least 77 passengers signed a statement circulating online regarding the incident.
An Aeromexico passenger opened a plane's emergency exit and walked onto the wing after a four-hour tarmac delay, prompting at least 77 passengers to defend his actions with a handwritten signed statement, citing the delay's impact on their health. The flight was delayed due to a maintenance alert, and the man's actions led to the plane being changed. This incident follows other recent cases of passengers interacting with emergency exits on planes.
A passenger on an Aeromexico flight from Mexico City to Guatemala City opened the emergency door and walked onto the wing after the plane was stuck on the tarmac for hours without air conditioning or water. The Mexico International Airport confirmed that no harm was caused, and the passenger was handed over to the police. Fellow passengers issued a joint statement supporting the man, claiming that he acted to protect everyone due to the delay and lack of air creating dangerous conditions. The incident occurred due to a maintenance issue, and it is unclear if the man remains in custody or what charges he may face.
A man at Mexico City International Airport opened an emergency exit and walked on a plane's wing after a four-hour delay, prompting fellow passengers to support his actions in a handwritten statement, citing lack of ventilation and water. The airport confirmed the incident and the man's surrender to authorities, but did not disclose his identity or potential charges. Flight AM672 to Guatemala City was delayed nearly five hours, and AeroMexico has not yet commented on the situation.
A man was arrested after opening an airplane's emergency exit and walking onto the wing following a four-hour delay at the Mexico City airport, but fellow passengers claim he was trying to protect them due to the lack of ventilation and water during the delay. Scores of passengers signed a statement in support of the man's actions, citing the airline's failure to provide basic necessities and stating that he "saved our lives." The flight was delayed due to a maintenance alert, and the incident required the plane to be changed.
A man at Mexico City International Airport opened an emergency exit and walked on a plane's wing after a four-hour delay, prompting fellow passengers to support his actions in a written statement, citing endangerment due to lack of ventilation and water. The airport confirmed the incident and the man's surrender to authorities, while flight tracking sites verified the significant delay. AeroMexico has not yet commented on the situation.
A man in Mexico City opened an emergency exit and walked on a plane's wing after a four-hour delay, prompting fellow passengers to support his actions in a handwritten statement, citing lack of ventilation and water as endangering their health. The airport confirmed the incident and stated that the man turned himself over to authorities, while the airline did not immediately respond to requests for comment.
A man at Mexico City International Airport opened an emergency exit and walked on a plane's wing after a four-hour delay, prompting fellow passengers to support his actions in a handwritten statement citing lack of ventilation and water. The airport confirmed the incident and the man's surrender to authorities, while flight tracking sites verified the significant delay of AeroMexico flight AM672 to Guatemala City.
