Press Releases
Emirates Continues to Hide its Massive Subsidies Behind Claims of Profitability
Today, the Partnership for Open & Fair Skies sharply questioned Emirates’ claim of recording $1.9 billion in profits while neglecting to explain the massive subsidies that the carrier relies on to compete.
Statement in response to Qatar Airways Chief Executive Akbar Al Baker’s comments on new Atlanta route
In response to Qatar Airways Chief Executive Akbar Al Baker’s comments that he is launching a new Atlanta route, the Partnership for Open and Fair Skies Chief Spokesperson Jill Zuckman issued the following statement.
New Data Show Steep Decline in International Bookings in Orlando, San Francisco, and Chicago after Gulf Carriers Launch New Service
Massively subsidized Gulf carriers are undercutting U.S. carriers and costing American jobs as they rapidly expand in American markets, according to new data released today.
Amid Mounting Subsidized Flights by Gulf Carriers, United Cancels Service to Dubai
United Airlines today announced it is discontinuing its Washington Dulles to Dubai route, effective January 23, 2016. The decision comes following the U.S. government’s General Services Administration announcement that all federal government employees, traveling to Dubai will be required to fly on Emirates.
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.