Pilots Union Sues American Airlines To Halt U.S.-China Flights

The Allied Pilots Association, representing 15,000 American Airlines pilots, filed a lawsuit to stop flights to China due to the coronavirus outbreak. The union requested the airline to suspend services, citing risks, but the company has not complied. The union advised pilots to refuse assignments to China. The WHO declared a public health emergency, and the CDC advised against nonessential travel to China.

What action did the Allied Pilots Association take in response to the coronavirus outbreak?

• They ignored the outbreak.

• They increased flights to China.

• They requested more pilots for China routes.

• They filed a lawsuit to stop flights to China.

Why did the Union ask American Airlines to suspend flights to China?

• To expand their service to other countries.

• To increase ticket prices.

• Due to known and unknown risks associated with traveling to China.

• To save on fuel costs.

What directive did the Union give to American Airlines pilots?

• To take a leave of absence.

• To accept all assignments to China.

• To decline assignments going from the US to China.

• To work extra hours.

What significant action did the World Health Organization take regarding the coronavirus outbreak?

• They declared a public health emergency.

• They reduced the number of health workers.

• They ignored the outbreak.

• They increased flights to China.

What is the CDC's recommendation for travelers regarding trips to China?

• To travel as much as possible.

• To avoid all nonessential trips to the country.

• To travel only for leisure.

• To book flights immediately.