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- AA is also accused of violating policies regarding drug and alcohol testingDallas Business Journal: FAA proposes $7.1 million...against American (August 14, 2008)
- American Airlines may file an appeal against the finesCNN: American Airlines fined $7.1 million for safety violations (August 14, 2008)
- Fine is one of the largest in FAA historyRetuers: FAA proposes $7.1 million fine against American (August 14, 2008)
- The fines, in part, also relate to improper inspections of emergency lighting systemsCNN: American Airlines fined $7.1 million for safety violations (August 14, 2008)
- The FAA levied $2.7 million in fines against AA in May of 2008Dallas Business Journal: FAA proposes $7.1 million...against American (August 14, 2008)
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On August 14, 2008, the United States Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) proposed $7.1 million in fines against American Airlines (AA) for safety and other regulatory violations. The bulk of the fines relate to the airline continuing to fly aircraft after being made aware of problems with the auto-pilot systems.CNN: American Airlines fined $7.1 million for safety violations (August 14, 2008)
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"We do not agree with the FAA's findings and characterizations of American's action in these cases. We believe the proposed penalties are excessive."—American Airlines statementRetuers: FAA proposes $7.1 million fine against American (August 14, 2008)"The FAA believes the large total amount of the fine for these violations is appropriate because American Airlines was aware that appropriate repairs were needed, and instead deferred maintenance."—FAA statementCNN: American Airlines fined $7.1 million for safety violations (August 14, 2008)
