It's been a crazy few weeks for the airline industry, and for airline travelers. American Airlines is back on track after
canceling 3,300 flights last week because of FAA safety inspections, delaying and stranding
tens of thousands of travelers.
This week brings news that Delta Air Lines and Northwest Airlines will merge, and thousands of airline employees will lose their jobs as airlines grapple with rising fuel prices.
Contintental and United are in preliminary talks to do the same if the Delta/Northwest merger goes through. Pilots are not happy about how they will fare with a merger, so expect a bumpy road ahead.
It's enough to make you check out the bus schedule as an option.
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