Government Allows Airlines To Stop Service To Some Airports

Airlines are ceasing service to 75 airports due to low passenger demand, but each airport will still have at least one air carrier. The U.S. Transportation Department has approved this move, allowing airlines to continue receiving federal payroll assistance. The airline industry has been severely impacted by the COVID-19 pandemic, with travel restrictions and stay-at-home orders. Airports like Chattanooga, TN, Bangor, ME, and Flint, MI, are among those affected.

What action has the US Transportation Department allowed airlines to take regarding certain airports?

• Stop servicing 75 airports with low demand

• Increase the number of flights

• Add new international routes

• Reduce ticket prices

What condition must be met for airports that lose service from some airlines?

• They must have flights from at least one air carrier

• They must close temporarily

• They must increase security measures

• They must offer free parking

What benefit do airlines receive from the government despite halting services to certain airports?

• Tax exemptions

• Federal payroll assistance grants

• New aircraft

• Free fuel

Which industry has been significantly affected by the coronavirus pandemic according to the transcript?

• Airlines

• Construction

• Technology

• Retail

Which of the following airports is mentioned as seeing reduced service?

• Los Angeles, CA

• Chattanooga, TN

• New York, NY

• Miami, FL