US Airways strengthens lobbying force

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US Airways hires pair of new government relations firms to help navigate merger with American Airlines.

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Energy Department auto loan program sputters

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Authorities question criteria for access to flight simulators

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Toyota forms new campaign money vehicle

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Energy Department auto loan program sputters

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