British Airways is planning to launch a consultation that could result in cutting about 800 of its 4,500 pilot jobs, a Sky News reporter tweeted on Monday. The company said earlier this month that it had struck a deal with its unions to suspend more than 30,000 cabin crew and ground staff. The airline did not respond to request for comment.<br/>
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American Airlines Monday mandated its flight attendants to wear masks starting May 1, and announced enhanced cleaning procedures in response to the COVID-19 pandemic. Customer and staff areas including tray tables, seatbelt buckles, jump seats and crew rest seats would be cleaned using a disinfectant approved by the EPA, starting this week, the company said. Customers will be provided sanitizing wipes or gels and face masks starting early May, the company added. <br/>