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Agreement between FAA and Southwest Airlines on safety fine

Washington, USA - The carrier will have to pay 7,5 million for negligence inadequate controls

After being sentenced by the FAA (Federal Aviation Administration) to pay a 10,2million dollars maxi-fine, Southwest Airlines agreed to pay 7,5 million in three equal installments over the next two years. The fine could double if the company does not comply with the conditions ordered by the FAA. The reduction has been granted after the carrier's appeal, contending it has always aggressively inspected...

AVIONEWS - World Aeronautical Press Agency - 1100560
Rome, Italy, 03/03/2009 16:59
AVIONEWS - World Aeronautical Press Agency

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