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Passenger Air Transportation

  • Blogs

    February 22, 2010

    Kevin Smith (a.k.a. Silent Bob) Coming to Phoenix, But Won't Be Flying Southwest

    Silent Bob is headed for the Valley. But will he fly Southwest Airlines to get here? Chances are good that you've read a thing or two about Kevin Smith on the Internets lately. The outspoken -- and oversized -- auteur (the director of such indie flicks Clerks, Chasing Amy, and Dogma) has received ... More >>

  • Blogs

    December 23, 2009

    Hot Links: Dust Storms, Alien Spyware, and Oakville Grocery

    ​Two siblings were killed yesterday in an auto accident on the I-10 near Casa Grande. The victims were driving in a dust storm that caused a deadly pile-up wreck. The siblings, teenagers Mark Eide and Katie Eide, were on their way to Dairy Queen when they got caught in the storm...Gilbert police d ... More >>

  • Blogs

    December 18, 2009

    Hot Links: DPS Fatality, Jamaica Flights, and 52,000 Dead Trees

    ​An Arizona DPS officer was killed last night while laying down spike strips to stop a suspect on a high-speed chase. The officer, Chris Marano, was working near the Seventh Avenue overpass of the Loop 101 when a DPS vehicle in pursuit hit Marano. He died at John C. Lincoln hospital. The suspect i ... More >>

  • Blogs

    December 3, 2009

    Phoenix Suns Holding Auditions For "Golden Grannies" Dance Team

    www.demotivateus.com​The Phoenix Suns are inviting any twinkle-toed geriatrics in the Phoenix area to head over to the U.S. Airways Arena this Saturday and bust-a-move with the hopes of joining the team's elderly dance squad, the "Golden Grannies."If selected, each Granny will have the distinguish ... More >>

  • Blogs

    December 3, 2009

    George Strait Plays U.S. Airways on February 5

    ​ This show may not appeal to all our readers, but it's definitely worth mentioning: George Strait comes to U.S. Airways on Friday, February 5. Reba McEntire and Lee Ann Womack open. Like I said, maybe it's not for you, in which case I feel sorry for you. I'll personally be thrilled to hear "All M ... More >>

  • Blogs

    November 11, 2009

    Flight Attendants for US Air to Picket at Sky Harbor Friday

    ​Flight attendants for US Airways aren't too thrilled with some of the working conditions after the 2005 merger with America West Airlines and they plan to let management know Friday morning, when they picket at Sky Harbor Airport.

  • Blogs

    October 16, 2009

    Hot Links: Toll Roads, Mercury Spills, and US Airways Jets

    ​Almost $250,000 was found in a spare tire last night, after an Arizona DPS officer stopped a 2003 Chevy Trailblazer for moving violations. Officers found the money in the tire after receiving consent to search the vehicle, and arrested and booked the driver on money laundering charges...Arizona i ... More >>

  • Blogs

    October 9, 2009

    Mesa Air Group Being Sued by Mom Thrown Off Plane for Breast-Feeding

    www.photobucket.com​A Vermont woman, who was thrown off an airplane for refusing to put a blanket over herself while she breast-fed her 1-year-old daughter, is suing Mesa Air Group. The incident happened about three years ago and sparked national protests, or "nurse-ins" at 19 ai ... More >>

  • Blogs

    July 15, 2009

    Hot Links: Catholic Priests, All-Stars, and Barking Dogs

    An Arizona court of appeals has upheld the conviction of Roman Catholic priest Paul LeBrun, who was found guilty of sex crimes while working parishes in Tolleson and Avondale. The judge in the original 2006 trial, Crane McLennen, gave LeBrun the max sentence: 111 years...US Airways will eliminate 60 ... More >>

  • Blogs

    May 22, 2009

    Just Announced: Tool, Blink 182, Tori Amos

    It always catches us off gaurd, but Arizona-based winemaker and film producer Maynard James Keen occasionally still dabbles in his side project, making spooky prog metal with his band Tool. The band's show at U.S. Airways is this week's biggest show announcement, headlining a list of thin summer of ... More >>

  • Blogs

    April 27, 2009

    Swine Flu Causes US Airways and American to Relax Ticket-Change Policies

    US Airways announced today it will relax ticketing policies for passengers scheduled this week to fly to, from, or through a slew of cities in Mexico. The Wall Street Journal reports this morning that American Airlines is making a similar move. The Phoenix-based airline's Web site says passengers s ... More >>

  • News

    March 12, 2009

    The Three US Airways Attendants Have Been Vindicated, So Why Doesn’t the Company Have Their Back?

    US Airways announced today it will relax ticketing policies for passengers scheduled this week to fly to, from, or through a slew of cities in Mexico. The Wall Street Journal reports this morning that American Airlines is making a similar move. The Phoenix-based airline's Web site says passengers s ... More >>

  • Blogs

    March 11, 2009

    US Airways Ships Corpse to Pet Store Instead of Fish

    Wikimedia Commons Fish aren't usually shipped in coffins, but somebody at U.S. Airways was apparently confused.Tempe-based US Airways has already come under criticism for requiring flight attendants who complained about safety issues to handle their own defense in a lawsuit filed by a pilot. ... More >>

  • Blogs

    March 11, 2009

    March 11 In Blogs: US Airways, No Age, Wasabi Mashed Potatoes and More

    We understand that in the 24-hour news cycle it can be difficult to keep up. Worry not! We have the solution. Check back on Valley Fever every evening for highlights from each of New Times' blogs. Today's entries: Valley Fever: US Airways Ships Corpse to Pet Store Instead of Fish UPDATE: City of M ... More >>

  • News

    February 5, 2009

    Feedback from the Issue of Thursday, February 5, 2009

    We understand that in the 24-hour news cycle it can be difficult to keep up. Worry not! We have the solution. Check back on Valley Fever every evening for highlights from each of New Times' blogs. Today's entries: Valley Fever: US Airways Ships Corpse to Pet Store Instead of Fish UPDATE: City of M ... More >>

  • Blogs

    January 29, 2009

    Hot Links: State Lawmakers Reach Budget Deal; Search for Chandler Man Reveals No Clues on Disappearance; US Airways Posts Big Losses

    With one hand ready to catch a predicted windfall of federal cash and the other wielding a budgetary chain saw, Governor Jan Brewer prepares to stamp her approval on a new budget that wipes out the state's $1.6 billion deficit. The search is basically over for a Chandler Planning and Zoning Com ... More >>

  • News

    September 18, 2008

    Feedback from the issue of Thursday, September 18, 2008

    With one hand ready to catch a predicted windfall of federal cash and the other wielding a budgetary chain saw, Governor Jan Brewer prepares to stamp her approval on a new budget that wipes out the state's $1.6 billion deficit. The search is basically over for a Chandler Planning and Zoning Com ... More >>

  • Blogs

    September 12, 2008

    US Airways faces class action lawsuit from America West pilots

    With one hand ready to catch a predicted windfall of federal cash and the other wielding a budgetary chain saw, Governor Jan Brewer prepares to stamp her approval on a new budget that wipes out the state's $1.6 billion deficit. The search is basically over for a Chandler Planning and Zoning Com ... More >>

  • Blogs

    September 10, 2008

    In Your Own Words: US Airways, Andrew Thomas, Sheriff Joe and The Arizona Republic

    With one hand ready to catch a predicted windfall of federal cash and the other wielding a budgetary chain saw, Governor Jan Brewer prepares to stamp her approval on a new budget that wipes out the state's $1.6 billion deficit. The search is basically over for a Chandler Planning and Zoning Com ... More >>

  • News

    September 4, 2008

    Warring US Airways and America West pilots have the merged company in a real tailspin

    With one hand ready to catch a predicted windfall of federal cash and the other wielding a budgetary chain saw, Governor Jan Brewer prepares to stamp her approval on a new budget that wipes out the state's $1.6 billion deficit. The search is basically over for a Chandler Planning and Zoning Com ... More >>

  • Calendar

    October 4, 2007

    Shoe and Tell

    Learn how to do 26.2 without croaking

  • News

    June 28, 2007

    Letters From the Issue of Thursday, June 28, 2007

    Learn how to do 26.2 without croaking

  • Blogs

    June 19, 2007

    Police State: The Police at US Airways Arena last night

    Learn how to do 26.2 without croaking

  • Blogs

    February 13, 2007

    And now for something completely different: ScrewLooseChange blogger Pat Curley on the BBC!

    Learn how to do 26.2 without croaking

  • Best of Phoenix

    September 30, 2004

    BEST BAR TO TAKE YOUR MOM ALONG

    The Big Bang

  • Culture

    July 22, 2004

    Art Scene

    A look at five Valley art exhibits.

  • Culture

    June 24, 2004

    Art Scene

    Reviews by Gina Cavallo Collins and Kathleen Vanesian

  • Culture

    June 10, 2004

    Art Scene

    A peek at five Valley exhibits

  • News

    December 11, 2003

    Unfriendly Skies

    Frank Nickman was the perfect pilot-in-training. But some thought he was just another terrorist.

  • News

    October 16, 2003

    Jerry's World

    Jerry Colangelo and his pals have gobbled up the lion’s share of public development dollars. If downtown’s to be saved, City Hall’s got to share the wealth.

  • Dining

    September 11, 2003

    Fly-By Right

    Now that's food good enough to carry-on any flight

  • News

    July 10, 2003

    The Mile High Guys

    With unlimited free flying and online access to singles worldwide, working for the Valley¹s hometown airline is the next best thing to being James Bond

  • News

    June 27, 2002

    Large and In Charge

    Fat Arizonans, rest easy. Janet Napolitano will be your heavy.

  • Music

    November 29, 2001

    Top Jimmy

    An oddball arena-rock triple bill showcases Mesa's returning heroes

  • News

    April 5, 2001

    Nite Court

    Can the Phoenix Suns' experimental basketball program really turn cons into straight shooters?

  • Music

    June 29, 2000

    Are You Ready to Testify?

    Delta 72 bears witness to the enduring power of rock 'n' roll with 000

  • Music

    March 30, 2000

    Austin, We Have a Problem!

    What happens when you cram too much music into one city and two pairs of eardrums? Nothing, if you move too fast to hear it all.

  • News

    July 30, 1998

    Flashes

    What happens when you cram too much music into one city and two pairs of eardrums? Nothing, if you move too fast to hear it all.

  • News

    July 9, 1998

    Bordering on Exploitation

    A couple hours from Phoenix, tens of thousands of Mexicans work on maquiladora assembly lines for $1 an hour, making the toys and tools of American convenience. Critics say the maquila system lets U.S. corporations maximize profits on the backs of Third W

  • Music

    June 4, 1998

    Forever Man

    At America West Arena, Eric Clapton's bloated ensemble proves too much of a good thing

  • News

    January 23, 1997

    Scenes From a Slaughter

    At America West Arena, Eric Clapton's bloated ensemble proves too much of a good thing

  • News

    November 21, 1996

    My Dog Is Lost! Details at 10.

    Why you shouldn't own a dog that won't fit under the seat in front of you

  • News

    October 10, 1996

    Letters

    Why you shouldn't own a dog that won't fit under the seat in front of you

  • News

    September 26, 1996

    Deception and Denial at America West

    Why you shouldn't own a dog that won't fit under the seat in front of you

  • News

    August 29, 1996

    Flashes

    Why you shouldn't own a dog that won't fit under the seat in front of you

  • News

    May 16, 1996

    Will America West Fly Away?

    Prospectus' fine print reveals that if America West decides to sell, Continental is in the pilot's seat

  • News

    April 27, 1995

    FLASHES, 4-27

    Prospectus' fine print reveals that if America West decides to sell, Continental is in the pilot's seat

  • News

    February 9, 1995

    SIR CHARLES' GUIDE TO THE VALLEY'S WILD SIDE

    Prospectus' fine print reveals that if America West decides to sell, Continental is in the pilot's seat

  • News

    October 14, 1992

    POCKET CHANGEBANKRUPT AMERICA WEST SHUFFLES ITS DEBTS, BUT NEEDS MORE THAN FRANKE TALK TO SURVIVE

    Prospectus' fine print reveals that if America West decides to sell, Continental is in the pilot's seat

  • News

    August 5, 1992

    GO FOR BROKE

    AS AMERICA WEST GOES, SO GO PHOENIC AND TEMPE? GULP.

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