US Airlines Oppose Air China's Bid for More US Flights

A group of US airlines has expressed concerns over Air China's request for additional flights to the United States, citing fears of setting a precedent for regular flights via Russian airspace. This move comes as the US and China have significantly reduced their air travel capacity since the COVID-19 pandemic, with each side currently permitted to operate around 50 weekly flights. The US airlines are worried that allowing Air China to increase its flights could lead to a resurgence of flights through Russian airspace, which was previously a common route before the pandemic. The airlines are now working to address these concerns and ensure that any future flights adhere to current regulations and security protocols.