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American Airlines renews subscription with Sabre PRISM
Sabre announced that American Airlines has renewed its subscription to PRISM, Sabre’s industry-leading corporate travel contract management solution used by more than 30 of the world’s…
American Airlines becomes first US airline to launch automated tag for mobility devices
American Airlines is the first U.S. airline to launch an automated tag for mobility devices, part of an ongoing commitment to improve wheelchair and mobility device handling across its…
Oneworld alliance celebrates 25 years of excellence and outlines enhanced customer focus
As oneworld®, the premier global airline alliance, celebrates its 25th anniversary, oneworld’s Chairman, its member airline CEOs and the alliance’s new CEO praised oneworld’s incredible…
American Airlines Unveils Luxurious Inflight Enhancements for Summer Travel
Along with new bedding throughout the year, American presents its first rotating collection of premium onboard amenities, featuring different designers and brands, environmentally produced…
Japan Airlines increases flight options for customers traveling between Tokyo (Haneda) and New York (JFK)
Japan Airlines’ Pacific Joint Business partner, American Airlines is launching new nonstop service on the Tokyo Haneda (HND) - New York (JFK) route from June 28, 2024.
American Airlines’ New Loyalty Policy threatens travel agent ecosystem: WTAAA
The World Travel Agents Associations Alliance (WTAAA) is deeply concerned by American Airlines' recent decision to impose punitive measures against travel agencies that choose to use…
American Airlines Becomes the Only U.S. Carrier to Fly Between New York and Tokyo
In a significant boost to international travel, American Airlines is set to launch a new nonstop service between New York’s John F. Kennedy International Airport
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American Airlines to Commence Service to Brisbane in October
American Airlines will launch a new service to Brisbane in October with its newly designed Boeing 787-9 aircraft outfitted with Flagship Suite seats.
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American Airlines Unveils 50 New Summer 2024 Destinations
American Airlines has unveiled its summer 2024 flight schedule, which will considerably enhance connectivity between North America and Europe by adding more than fifty new destinations.…
American Airlines announces three new European destinations for summer 2024
American Airlines continues to expand its presence across the Atlantic, announcing the launch of three new European destinations for summer 2024, along with the return of popular seasonal…
Assistance dogs continue to fly high thanks to American Airlines
Assistance Dogs International (ADI) and American Airlines are delighted to announce the renewal of the long-running Puppies in Flight (PIF) program.
American Airlines returns to Hollywood with Los Angeles – Auckland Route
Following its official return to New Zealand last year, American Airlines has announced a new seasonal service between Auckland (AKL) and Los Angeles (LAX).
American Airlines returns to Hollywood with Los Angeles – Auckland route
Launching on Dec. 21, the new route to Hollywood marks the airline’s second operation to Auckland, following the successful launch of its Dallas/Fort Worth (DFW) route in late 2022. The…
Sabre and American Airlines set to go live with NDC content
Sabre Corporation a leading software and technology provider to the global travel industry, and American Airlines, today announced the availability of American’s NDC offers through Sabre’s…
Travelport launches Smartpoint Cloud
Travelport, a global technology company that powers travel bookings for hundreds of thousands of travel suppliers worldwide, announced the launch of Smartpoint Cloud on Travelport+.
American Airlines Group Inc. outlook revised to positive on demand strength
American strengthened its credit profile over the past year, and further improvement appears likely in 2023.
American Airlines reopens London Heathrow first class lounge
American Airlines reopened its First Class Lounge in London Heathrow (LHR) Terminal 3, with the premium space having undergone a cosmetic refresh and the curation of a brand-new food…
Air India’s record plane orders to modernize fleet and expand network
The sheer size of this new order shows that Air India's wants to reclaim its pole position in India's crowded aviation market and acquire a strategic edge, say experts.
American Airlines to restart three Dublin routes this spring
American Airlines will restart three of its popular transatlantic routes this spring, bringing daily flights to Dallas/Fort Worth (DFW), Charlotte (CLT) and Chicago (ORD) back for Irish…
American Airlines to transport over 417 tonnes of flowers from Europe to USA
American Airlines will fly over 417 tonnes of flowers from Amsterdam to the U.S. this Valentine’s Day, transporting the equivalent of 35 London buses of fresh tulips and roses for the…
American Airlines announces summer schedule at London Heathrow
American Airlines continues to expand its presence across the Atlantic, announcing its biggest-ever summer schedule to and from London Heathrow (LHR), operating 26 daily flights starting…
JetBlue sees continued recovery
JetBlue has credited its Northeast Alliance partnership with American Airlines for the continued recovery of corporate revenue compared with 2019 levels. As informed by a news report in…
American Airlines to restart Sydney– Los Angeles flights from next week
After a five-month pause, American Airlines is relaunching service between Sydney (SYD) and Los Angeles (LAX), resuming a daily flight to connect citizens from Down Under to North American…
Will supersonic aircrafts be the ‘speed savior’ game-changers?
As American Airlines becomes the third major carrier to place an order for Boom Supersonic’s new Overture jets, Jim Scott, co-founder at aircraft component supply specialist Artemis…
A private premium experience in the sky with American Airlines
American Airlines is giving customers a suite new ride. With new deliveries of its Airbus A321XLR and Boeing 787-9 aircraft, beginning in 2024, the airline will unveil new Flagship Suite®…
American Airlines appoints Kyle Mabry as VP of operations and commercial for EMEA & APAC
American Airlines has announced the appointment of Kyle Mabry to Vice President of Operations and Commercial for EMEA and APAC, following over 25 years at the airline in commercial,…
American Airlines Will Enter The Supersonic Stage
On Tuesday, American Airlines said that it had placed an order for 20 supersonic jets capable of travelling at twice the speed of the fastest commercial aircraft in use today.…
American Airlines Bankruptcy Risk Grows
Market conditions and management decisions have increased the potential of American Airlines declaring bankruptcy; this is yet another risk for shareholders of American Airlines.…
Top 10 airlines in 2022 social media discussions
American Airlines is ranked as the most mentioned airline company among the top 10 airline companies based on social media discussions
Top 10 airlines in 2022 social media discussions
Are Pilotless Flights on American Airlines Already in Operation?
America is celebrating its birthday on Monday, July 4. This is the busiest travel weekend and US Airlines are more than overwhelmed.
Are Pilotless Flights on American Airlines Already in…
American Airlines celebrates 40 years of service
On May 19, 1982, American Airlines flight 50 departed Dallas/Fort Worth (DFW) for London's Gatwick Airport (LGW), marking the beginning of the airline’s operation in the U.K.’s capital.
Spirit Airlines turns down JetBlue offer, favors Frontier
Spirit Airlines turns down JetBlue offer, favors Frontier -
In April, Spirit Airlines’ Board of Directors said that after speaking with financial and legal advisers, it believed…
American Airlines Suspends Sydney Flights
American Airlines has confirmed it will suspend flights from LA-Sydney from 5 May, in light of ongoing delivery delays on its fleet of Boeing 787 Dreamliners.
American Airlines and British Airways to unveil joint operations at JFK’s Terminal 8
American Airlines and British Airways announced more details regarding plans to co-locate operations at John F. Kennedy International Airport’s (JFK) Terminal 8 beginning December 1, 2022
American Airlines announced Huge Losses For 2021
American Airlines has reported a $5.4 billion financial deficit for 2021.
Flight Returns To Miami After Passenger Refuses To Wear Mask
A passenger on an American Airlines aircraft to London refused to comply with the U.S federal mandate to wear a face mask. The flight was diverted back to Miami.
American Airlines Will Cuts A Number Of International Flights
Due to delays in the Boeing 787 Dreamliner aircraft delivery, American Airlines is reducing its international flight schedule for next summer.
American cancels 1400 flight due to short staff and poor weather
American Airlines announced on Saturday that it had cancelled over 1,400 flights over the weekend due to crew shortages and adverse weather.
American CEO explains why his airline is not requiring vaccinations
In the wake of United Airlines announcing new policies for mandatory COVID-19 vaccinations of employees, American Airlines CEO Doug Parker said there’s a simple reason why he’s not requiring…
American Airlines cancels 300 flights, most due to pilot shortage
American Airlines had to cancel nearly 300 flights only by early last week, mostly due to a lack of pilots, the Associated Press reported.
US Airlines say COVID-19 variants aren’t hurting bookings
Rising concern about the fast-spreading delta variant of COVID-19 is creating turbulence for the stocks of big travel companies.
American Airlines suspends fights to Australia
American Airlines is pulling out of Australia after the federal government again cut the cap on air arrivals into the country.
Pax feared for lives during American Airlines security incident
Passengers aboard an American Airlines flight to Miami experienced a bizarre security incident on Thursday night with passengers admitting they were scared for their lives after an…
Woman gets duct-taped to seat after trying to open door in-flight
Flight attendants onboard an American Airlines flight are facing criticism for their unusual method of dealing with an unruly passenger after a video emerged of them duct-taping a woman to…
US airline reclaims title as world’s largest airline
American Airlines has taken the pandemic as an opportunity to re-emerge as the world's largest airline, a title it has traded back and forth with competitors during the last few years as…
Flight attendant berates passengers who made job a ‘living hell’
At one point, a 22-year-old male passenger calls a female flight attendant "a fat gorilla" and hurls a vulgarity at her.
American Airlines cancels flights due to shortage of staff
American Airlines cancelled more than 200 flights over the weekend due to staffing shortages and expects to cut more daily through July.
A woman assaults flight attendant as did not pick up her trash
A passenger onboard an American Airlines flight from Miami to New York JFK had to be restrained and was arrested on arrival on Sunday after allegedly attacking and assaulting a flight…
American Airlines recalls flight attendants as demand increases
American Airlines will start recalling flight attendants who took extended voluntary leaves of absence in preparation for a busy summer season the airline said on Thursday.
The airline industry’s recovery still has long way to go
Recent trends show the industry is beginning to recover from the pandemic particularly in the US where the vaccination has been very aggressive without delays.
Thousands of American Airlines Employees Could be Laid Off
American Airlines warned employees last Wednesday of possible layoffs in April.
After United, Delta and American also axe change fees
American and Delta airlines have followed United in taking out change fees on domestic routes, with the exception of economy fares.
American Airlines axes 19,000 jobs, other US carriers follow suit
American Airlines‘ corporate office announced today that the carrier is planning to eliminate over 40,000 jobs this year. 19,000 of those 40,000 jobs will be furloughs and layoffs in…
World’s five largest airlines lost over USD 40 billion since January amid COVID-19
The world’s largest airline companies are witnessing staggering losses in their market capitalisation
Warren Buffett dumps airlines shares despite pent-up demand for air travel
Warren Buffett, the legendary investor from Nebraska, has announced that he sold his stakes in four major US airlines.
American Airlines reconciles with Qatar Airways
American Airlines has renewed its codeshare agreement with Qatar Airways, a fellow member of the oneworld alliance. The move comes just over two years after the pair very publicly fell…
Bengaluru-Seattle direct flight to begin this October
American Airlines has announced daily non-stop flight between Bengaluru and Seattle in the US from October 2020. This would be the first non-stop flight between Bengaluru and the US.…
World’s most punctual airlines revealed
The results of OAG Punctuality League 2020 have revealed a comprehensive ranking of the world’s largest airlines and airports for on-time performance (OTP).
Garuda Indonesia takes the…
American unveils two new routes to St Thomas
American Airlines has launched new winter service to St. Thomas, US Virgin Islands with the arrival of flights from Chicago O'Hare International Airport and Dallas-Fort Worth…
GBTA announces new board members
The Global Business Travel Association (GBTA)—the voice of the global business travel industry, announced two new members have joined GBTA’s WINiT strategic advisory board - Alison…
United eyes January return for 737 Max
United Airlines has become the latest carrier to predict an early 2020 return for the grounded 737 Max aircraft as regulators continue to work on software fixes over an issue that is…
End of an era: American Airlines retires MD-80
American Airlines retired its final McDonnel Douglas MD-80 aircraft on 4 September, ending a 36-year run operating a plane affectionately called the Super 80. American’s final scheduled…
China Southern and American Airlines in lounge-sharing deal
China Southern Airlines has launched a programme of airport lounge-sharing with American Airlines starting from August. Both carriers will provide their self-managed lounges to the other…
American Airlines announces new Jamaica service
American Airlines continues to strengthen its presence in Jamaica with the launch of new service between Sangster International Airport in Montego Bay (MBJ) and John F. Kennedy…
Berlin is now one long-haul flight richer
The German capital has now got a new long-haul connection. American Airlines is connecting Berlin with Philadelphia with a non-stop flight. This makes the capital region even easier for…
US airlines experience brief ticketing outage
At least three major US airlines were hit with systemwide ticketing outages on Monday as technology provider shut down ticketing and check-in online and at airport kiosks.
Aviation round up: BA takes the ‘sky road’, Spain gets facial tech and more
Aviation round returns this week with a special Gaelic tinged celebration from British Airways, Spain entry into the high tech world of facial technology and maybe, just maybe one or two new…
Top of the class: The most reliable airlines for 2019
As the new year fades and people start to think about planning this year’s holidays, the recent crop of airlines delaying and cancelling flights has made picking the right carrier more…
British Airways, American Airlines invests USD 344m in JFK
British Airways and American Airlines will invest USD 344 million in the makeover of New York’s John F Kennedy International Airport (JFK).
JAL adds muscle to network in the The Last Frontier
Japan Airlines has announced it will be open sales on additional codeshare routes with Alaska Airlines.
American Airlines to launch nonstop service from London to Phoenix
American Airlines has announced it is launching a new daily nonstop flight between London and Phoenix, Arizona, beginning 31 March 2019.
American Airlines puts faith in Barbados’s continued popularity with new connection
The United States biggest carrier American Airlines revealed it will be taking advantage of a year unsurpassed growth to Barbados by announcing a new, third daily flight from Miami…
China Southern in tie-up talks with US airline
China Southern Airlines is in talks with American Airlines over a possible tie-up, according to reports.
Reuters said this week that the agreement could involve the US carrier taking…
APH survey compares relative value of low-priced economy airfares
Long-haul airlines are starting to compete against the low-cost carriers by introducing ‘Basic Economy’ fares, however, even though these tickets may offer a lower price, some also impose…
