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American Airlines Pilots Union Reports 'Significant Spike' in Safety Issues

The Allied Pilots Association has reported a "significant spike" in safety- and maintenance-related issues at American Airlines, cautioning its members to be diligent and not succumb to pressure that compromises safety. The union highlighted various problematic trends, prompting the airline to respond by emphasizing its commitment to safety and engaging in discussions with the union. This comes in the wake of United Airlines facing scrutiny from the Federal Aviation Administration over safety compliance, indicating a broader focus on airline safety across the industry.

via NBC News|

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"American Airlines Pilots Union Reports 'Significant Spike' in Safety Concerns"

The American Airlines pilot union has reported a "significant spike" in safety- and maintenance-related issues, including tools left in wheel wells and collisions between aircraft being tugged or towed. The union has warned pilots to be mindful of hazards and highlighted the need for increased oversight. United Airlines has also faced scrutiny for incidents involving its planes, prompting increased FAA oversight. The APA has met with American Airlines management to address the identified operational hazards and secure a commitment to involve the union in the safety risk assessment process.

via Fox Business|

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American Airlines Pilots Union Reports Surge in Safety and Maintenance Issues

The pilots union at American Airlines has reported a significant increase in safety and maintenance issues, including fewer routine aircraft inspections, shorter test flights after major maintenance work, and incidents of tools and items being left in wheel wells and around parked planes. The union has raised concerns with senior management and is encouraged by the company's response, while the FAA declined to comment on the allegations. The Allied Pilots Association has urged its members to report any safety or maintenance problems, emphasizing the importance of catching errors to prevent potential tragedies.

via The Associated Press|

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American Airlines Pilots Report Surge in Safety Concerns

The union for American Airlines pilots has warned of a "significant spike" in safety and maintenance issues, citing 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 over rushing and not to succumb to pressure to perform unsafe actions.

via Bloomberg|

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