Travel Business Review - 01 September 2011 US Airways (NYSE: LCC), a US-based airline company, has announced that American Red Cross, a non-profit organisation offering disaster relief, emergency support and education to people in the US, has named the airline as its 2011 Disaster Responder.

American Red Cross has awarded the airline the title for its role in providing support for Red Cross disaster response efforts. Julie Coleman, the airline director, community relations, said, 'Our employees and frequent flyers always ask how they can offer support following a disaster. We're proud to partner with the Red Cross to provide travel assistance for relief workers so they can help those who are in need.' [Editorial queries for this story should be sent to [email protected] ]