Unlike most recalls, like Mattel Inc.'s for lead paint in toys, an airline
issuing a recall is a bright spot because the term has an entirely different
meaning than for consumer goods companies. In the latest recall, American
Airlines is going to rehire 460 laid off employees — most of which were former
employees of bankrupt TWA, which American acquired in 2001. In this case, a
recall simply means to bring back workers that had temporarily been furloughed
during leaner times. The practice explains why flight attendants and other
airline employees happen to be so courteous. —Matthew Wurtzel
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