Press Releases
European Commission Releases Aviation Strategy to Address Unfair Competition
Today the European Commission released a new aviation strategy, which includes a commitment to leveling the playing field for EU airlines. In the paper, the Commission recommends important mechanisms to address airline subsidies and unfair practices that have a “significant negative impact on the competitiveness of the EU aviation industry.”
More Than 10,000 Aviation Professionals and Concerned Citizens Urge the President to Enforce the Open Skies Agreements with the UAE and Qatar
Over the last month, more than 10,000 aviation professionals and concerned citizens have sent letters to President Obama asking him to level the playing field for U.S. airlines and their workers.
New Report: Majority of Gulf Carrier Routes to U.S. Lose Money
The majority of flights to the United States by Emirates, Etihad Airways and Qatar Airways lose money, according to a new report by an independent aviation economics firm.
Partnership Launches New Advertising Campaign
The Partnership for Open & Fair Skies launched a major advertising campaign, urging the Obama administration to enforce Open Skies agreements with the United Arab Emirates and Qatar.
Airline Employees Urge the Obama Administration to Confront Gulf Carriers Subsidization in New Video
The Partnership for Open & Fair Skies released a new video today featuring airline employees urging President Obama to act swiftly to address the massive Gulf carrier subsidies that are costing American aviation jobs.
Boeing CEO Supports Open Skies
Yesterday, Boeing CEO Dennis Muilenburg was quoted in the press as saying that he hopes that the U.S. and the governments of United Arab Emirates (UAE) and Qatar are able to work together to make sure Open Skies agreements are preserving fair competition in the skies.