stock photo Northwest Airlines announced today that they will be cutting 2,500 jobs. These job losses will affect pilots, flight attendants, mechanics as well as others working for the company. The job cuts have been prompted by the high fuel prices and the reduction of flights provided by the airlines. This is not the only airline that is cutting back on workers, Air Tran announced on Monday that they will be firing 480 employees from their workforce. Other airlines are announcing employee downsizing as well, which includes, American, Continental and United. Chief Executive, Douglas M. Steenland told the press that “fuel costs have more than doubled in the past year.” They are taking action to control costs and try to increase revenue. read more ...
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stock photo Northwest Airlines announced today that they will be cutting 2,500 jobs. These job losses will affect pilots, flight attendants, mechanics as well as others working for the company. The job cuts have been prompted by the high fuel prices and the reduction of flights provided by the airlines. This is not the only airline that is cutting back on workers, Air Tran announced on Monday that they will be firing 480 employees from their workforce. Other airlines are announcing employee downsizing as well, which includes, American, Continental and United. Chief Executive, Douglas M. Steenland told the press that “fuel costs have more than doubled in the past year.” They are taking action to control costs and try to increase revenue. read more ...