Bloomberg UK carrier Flybe’s struggle for survival has highlighted a key issue facing countries as they move towards more sustainable forms of transport: very often the alternatives to aviation just aren’t there. The collapse of Britain’s biggest domestic carrier would have cut carbon emissions at a stroke. But faced with a lack of viable rail links to the often far-flung …

Bloomberg A Delta Air Lines Inc jet dumped fuel over schools in Los Angeles, causing skin irritations and breathing problems for 67 children and adults, after an engine problem forced the plane to turn around shortly after takeoff. The injuries were minor and nobody was taken to hospitals, the Los Angeles County Fire Department (LACoFD) said in a statement. The …

Bloomberg Woolworths Holdings Ltd appointed Roy Bagattini from Levi Strauss & Co as chief executive officer to replace Ian Moir, who will step down after nine years at the helm of the South African retailer. Bagattini, 56, will start next month, the Cape Town-based company said in a statement. He is the head of the Americas region of the US …