Todd DeFeo – Page 130 – Sightseers' Delight

Chicago RTA sues United, American over taxes

January 14, 2013 Todd DeFeo

United Airlines and American Airlines “operate sham offices” in Sycamore, Illinois, which allows them to avoid paying millions of dollars in taxes, the Regional Transportation Authority (RTA) alleges.

The Big Chicken in Marietta, Georgia, remains a local landmark

January 13, 2013 Todd DeFeo

The Big Chicken, located along Cobb Parkway in southern Marietta, is a true Atlanta landmark.

Feds to investigate Boeing 787 aircraft

January 11, 2013 Todd DeFeo

In the wake of several high profile issues involving Boeing 787 aircraft, the FAA is launching a “comprehensive review” of the plane.

Tips for a smooth Walt Disney World visit

January 10, 2013 Todd DeFeo

A Walt Disney World getaway can often seem as stressful as a job rather than as relaxing as a vacation. But with a few simple and easy tips, it doesn’t have to be.

Food trends for 2013: Local, sustainable and tasty

January 8, 2013 Todd DeFeo

This year looks to be a promising one for foodies.

American and U.S. Airways could soon merge

January 7, 2013 Todd DeFeo

American Airlines and U.S. Airways could soon merge, and they already have buy-in from a pair of major unions representing pilots.

Transportation department issues record number of fines against airlines in 2012

January 5, 2013 Todd DeFeo

The Department of Transportation in 2012 leveled more than $3.6 million in fines against airlines for violating various consumer rules, including a regulation prohibiting airlines from keeping passengers on the tarmac for more than three hours.

California court rules bumper cars risky, may cause injury

January 5, 2013 Todd DeFeo

Riding a bumper cars attraction at an amusement park carries with it a certain amount of risk, and the park is not to blame for any injury that results in riding the attraction.

Marriott CEO: Congress needs ‘to reach a balanced deal now’

December 31, 2012 Todd DeFeo

The so-called “fiscal cliff” facing the nation “was created by politicians of both parties” who could not previously reach a deal and leaders “need to reach a balanced deal now,” Arne Sorenson, president and CEO of Marriott International, said in a statement.

IG: Amtrak could save money if ‘conventional’ fleet improved to Acela level

December 31, 2012 Todd DeFeo

Amtrak could improve its service and save money “if the availability of the conventional fleets were improved to the level of the Acela equipment,” the railroad’s inspector general told Congress recently.