WASHINGTON, DC – Allied Pilots Association President Capt. Keith Wilson issued the following statement as the chief executive officers of Qatar Airways, Etihad Airways and Emirates Airline gather in Washington, D.C. this week:
“The massive government subsidies that have flowed to these Gulf carriers have tilted the playing field, posing a serious threat to U.S. jobs and the long-term viability of our nation’s airline industry. Government subsidies have enabled Gulf carriers to dump product into the marketplace irrespective of demand or profit-and-loss considerations. It’s time for Gulf carriers to open the books.
“The U.S. airline industry represents a vital national asset — one that generates hundreds of thousands of middle-class jobs and indirectly supports many more. We deserve a level playing field.
“Full and equal compliance with Open Skies agreements is the responsibility of all participating parties.”
WHAT TO TAKE AWAY FROM THIS ARTICLE:
- Keith Wilson issued the following statement as the chief executive officers of Qatar Airways, Etihad Airways and Emirates Airline gather in Washington, D.
- “The massive government subsidies that have flowed to these Gulf carriers have tilted the playing field, posing a serious threat to U.
- airline industry represents a vital national asset — one that generates hundreds of thousands of middle-class jobs and indirectly supports many more.
