All articles tagged with #ups
Originally Published 17 days ago — by AL.com
UPS plans to lay off nearly 130 employees at its Montgomery facility in Alabama as part of its largest network reconfiguration, with cuts starting in February and efforts to reassign affected workers.
Originally Published 28 days ago — by CNBC
The New York Attorney General has sued UPS for allegedly underpaying seasonal holiday workers by failing to record all hours worked, manipulating timekeeping, and violating wage laws, seeking legal remedies and damages.
Originally Published 1 month ago — by AP News
A UPS cargo plane crash in Kentucky, caused by engine detachment and cracks in an aging aircraft, is alleged to have resulted from corporate decisions prioritizing profits over safety, leading to wrongful death lawsuits and grounding of similar planes.
Originally Published 2 months ago — by NPR
The FAA has ordered all MD-11 aircraft, used by UPS and FedEx, to be grounded following a crash, which could impact holiday deliveries depending on how long the grounding lasts. Both companies have contingency plans, but delays are possible if the grounding extends beyond a week or two.
Originally Published 2 months ago — by AP News
The FAA has reduced flight capacity by 10% at 40 major U.S. airports, impacting domestic air cargo and coinciding with the grounding of UPS and FedEx MD-11 fleets following a deadly crash, which may cause delays during the holiday season despite contingency plans by logistics companies.
Originally Published 2 months ago — by Bloomberg.com
The FAA has grounded all MD-11 aircraft following a crash involving UPS Flight 2976, which is under investigation for engine and pylon detachment issues that may affect other jets of the same type, leading to safety concerns and inspections across UPS, FedEx, and Western Global Airlines fleets.
Originally Published 2 months ago — by CNN
A UPS cargo plane crashed in Louisville, Kentucky, killing at least 14 people and prompting the FAA to ground all MD-11 aircraft for inspections. The crash involved the detachment of the engine and pylon during takeoff, with investigations focusing on maintenance and potential design flaws. A lawsuit has been filed against UPS, Boeing, and General Electric by victims and local businesses, highlighting safety concerns with the MD-11 aircraft.
Originally Published 2 months ago — by AP News
Following a deadly crash at UPS's Louisville hub that killed 14 people, UPS and FedEx are grounding their MD-11 fleets as a safety precaution, based on manufacturer recommendations, while investigations continue into the crash.
Originally Published 2 months ago — by Politico
Following a deadly crash in Kentucky involving a UPS MD-11 aircraft, which resulted in a fire and significant damage, UPS and FedEx have grounded their MD-11 planes as investigations continue. The cockpit voice recorder indicated a possible engine fire, and the aircraft had undergone maintenance prior to the crash. The incident has led to a temporary halt in operations for these aircraft models, with further details expected as the investigation progresses.
Originally Published 2 months ago — by CBS News
Following a deadly crash at UPS's Louisville hub that killed 14 people, UPS and FedEx are grounding their MD-11 fleets as a precaution, with investigations focusing on the aircraft's safety and the circumstances of the crash, which involved a fire and engine failure during takeoff.
Originally Published 2 months ago — by NPR
Following a deadly crash at UPS's Louisville hub that killed 14 people, UPS and FedEx have decided to ground their MD-11 aircraft fleets as a precaution, pending safety reviews recommended by the aircraft manufacturer. The crash involved a nearly airborne cargo plane that caught fire and crashed, with investigations ongoing into the cause, including possible engine fire signals.
Originally Published 2 months ago — by Baltimore Sun
A UPS cargo plane's last successful flight was from Baltimore before it crashed in Kentucky, killing at least 12 people. Early investigations suggest engine fire and maintenance issues may be involved, raising concerns about the aircraft model's safety and potential grounding. The incident echoes past aviation accidents linked to maintenance problems, prompting a focus on UPS's maintenance practices.
Originally Published 2 months ago — by KETV
A UPS cargo plane crashed and exploded near Louisville's airport, killing at least nine people and causing a large fire, with authorities monitoring air quality and investigating the incident, which could have been more catastrophic.
Originally Published 2 months ago — by CNN
The UPS cargo plane that crashed was a 34-year-old MD-11, a model still in use due to its long lifespan and the nature of cargo operations, which are less affected by fuel efficiency concerns. The crash does not appear to be related to the aircraft's age, and the MD-11, originally introduced in 1991 and converted to a freighter in 2006, remains in service with several cargo carriers despite being largely phased out of passenger service.
Originally Published 2 months ago — by WLKY
A UPS cargo plane crashed at Louisville's airport, causing a fire and explosion, resulting in at least 9 deaths, 15 injuries, and 16 missing persons, with emergency response and airport operations heavily impacted.