Interesting report on NPR this afternoon about AA instructing pilots to use the "speed-up" flight plans in order to make schedule and avoid crew time-outs. The spokesperson from the pilots' union was interviewed briefly who said the pilots are in strong opposition to this as they consider it unsafe in many situations and assuring passengers that they're on "your side" when it comes to safety. AA declined interview requests and sent a statement saying that "safety and regulatory compliance" are their first priority.

The plot thickens....