CNN —The US aviation industry has asked the Biden administration to pause approval of additional flights to and from China, saying Beijing’s “existing harmful anti-competitive policies” hurt American airlines and workers.
The letter was signed by industry lobby group Airlines for America — whose members include American Airlines (AAL), Delta (DAL) and United (UAL) — and other unions representing aviation workers, including the Air Line Pilots Association.
Chinese carriers were given approval by US officials to make 50 weekly round trips to and from the United States, up from 35, from March 31.
“These actions demonstrated the clear need for the US government to establish a policy that protects US aviation workers, industry and air travelers,” it said.
“It [boosting flights] will help the two peoples strengthen exchanges and enhance mutual understanding,” the ministry added.
Persons:
Biden, ”, Antony Blinken, Pete Buttigieg, America —, Washington, Xi Jinping, Joe Biden, — Hassan Tayir
Organizations:
CNN, Airlines, America, American Airlines, DAL, Air Line Pilots Association
Locations:
China, Delta, United States, Ukraine, San Francisco