American Airlines Steps In After British Airways Won't Fly Solo Wheelchair Passenger
Reportedly, this was caused by concerns that crew might not be able to assist the passenger to and from the lavatory or help in case of an evacuation.
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Paola Torri takes charge of Mexico and Canada operations
American Airlines has appointed Paola Torri as Director of Operations for Mexico and Canada, a newly created leadership position aimed at supporting the airline’s continued growth and operational strength across two of its most significant international markets. Torri assumes the role as part of a wider leadership transition across the region, building on the foundations […]
AviTrader•Heike Tamm17 Jun
American Airlines Maintenance Technician Climbs Through Window After Pilots Locked Out Of Cockpit
An unusual issue delays push back.
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American’s Next Order: Airbus or Boeing?
American Airlines’ next fleet investment will be for new widebody aircraft to replace 47 ageing Boeing 777-200ERs. CEO Robert Isom
Air Insight•Richard Schuurman13 JunA
Poll Shows Support For Airline Return To Naples Airport
American Airlines is proposing PSA CRJ-700 service between Naples, Florida, and Charlotte.
AVweb•Matt Ryan12 JunA
American, Google strike record SAF deal
American Airlines (American) and Google have announced the largest publicly disclosed sustainable aviation fuel certificate (SAFc) agreement between an airline and a single corporate customer to date. The ldeal will support the use of 35 million gallons (132 million litres) of sustainable aviation fuel (SAF) over three years, delivering nearly 300,000 metric tonnes of carbon […]
AviTrader•Heike Tamm12 Jun
American Airlines considering new widebody order, says CEO, with Boeing 777 retirement nearing
US carrier is evaluating proposals from Airbus and Boeing, with deliveries expected in the early 2030s when its Boeing 777-200ER fleet begins to retire
Air Data News•Ricardo Meier11 Jun
American Airlines in talks with Boeing and Airbus over new widebody order
American Airlines is in contacted with both Boeing and Airbus over a possible new widebody aircraft order as…
AeroTime•Ian Molyneaux11 Jun
American Airlines Seeks Widebody Order to Take On Delta and United
Ordering more widebodies would allow American to invest in more international growth — a key market that has fueled the profits of chief rivals Delta and United.
Skift Airlines•Meghna Maharishi10 JunA
American Airlines, Google sign record sustainable aviation fuel deal
American Airlines and Google have signed a three-year sustainable aviation fuel (SAF) agreement covering 35 million gallons of…
AeroTime•Stephen Pope9 JunWA
A double 100 for American Airlines
Boeing announced: Photo: American Airlines’ 100th 737 MAX (above), delivered in 2026, has a similar bow on display as the airline’s 100th MD-80, delivered in 1987. (Top photo © Boeing, bottom photo © American Airlines) American Airlines marked its 100th anniversary last month and, within the same week, took delivery of its 100th 737 MAX – which […]
World Airline News•Bruce Drum9 JunWA
American Airlines takes lounge dining to new heights
American Airlines has announced: American Airlines is redefining the premium lounge experience with significant upgrades to dining across its Flagship® and Admirals Club® lounges. Refreshed culinary offerings deliver greater choice, more complete meal offerings and a noticeably elevated presentation — reflecting American’s substantial investment in creating a premium, restaurant-inspired experience for customers before they fly. The updates […]
World Airline News•Bruce Drum5 JunA
How Similar Were the American Airlines Flight 191 and UPS Flight 2976 Disasters?
American Airlines Flight 191 and UPS Flight 2976 were not identical accidents, but their similarities have drawn serious attention from investigators and aviation safety experts. On 25 May 1979, American Airlines Flight 191 began what should have been a routine mid-afternoon departure from Chicago O’Hare International Airport (ORD). The aircraft, a McDonnell Douglas DC-10-10 bound […]
Avgeekery•Dave Hartland25 MayWO
American Airlines expands winter routes with new ski and wine destinations
American Airlines has announced new winter routes to popular ski and wine destinations across the United States, including Sun Valley, Idaho, and Santa Maria, California. The airline will launch service to Sun Valley from both Chicago and Phoenix starting December 18, providing connections from more than 150 destinations to the winter sports destination. Additional new
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American Airlines becomes official airline partner of PGA of America
American Airlines has been named the Official Airline of the PGA of America in a new multiyear partnership that includes the PGA Championship and Ryder Cup USA through 2027. The PGA of America and American Airlines announced the expansive partnership, which also covers PGA HOPE (Helping Our Patriots Everywhere), the organisation’s flagship military program. The
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American Airlines launches European-inspired inflight dining menus for summer routes
American Airlines is bringing a taste of travellers’ favourite European cities to the skies with a revamped inflight dining menu beginning Wednesday, June 11. The airline recently launched new summer routes to Venice, Italy; Naples, Italy; Edinburgh, Scotland and other European destinations. The new European-inspired menus feature dishes designed to reflect the culture and cuisine
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American Airlines appoints hospitality experts to new customer experience board
American Airlines has named three industry experts to its newly formed Customer Experience Advisory Board as the carrier seeks to improve passenger services. The board is an evolution of the airline’s Operational Excellence Advisory Board, adding hospitality veterans who bring more than 90 years of combined experience in customer insights to the company. Craig Reid
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American Airlines debuts premium Boeing 787-9 with flagship suite seats
American Airlines launched its newest premium aircraft on its first flight from Chicago O’Hare International Airport to Los Angeles International Airport on 5 June, carrying more than 200 passengers. The Boeing 787-9 features the airline’s Flagship Suite seats, a reimagined Premium Economy cabin and redesigned Main Cabin. The flight marked the beginning of summer travel
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American Airlines Unveils New Flagship Suite Luxury Seats for Long-Haul Routes
American Airlines has launched ticket sales for long-haul flights featuring its new Flagship Suite business class seats. These fully private suites come with sliding doors and seats that convert into lie-flat beds. For now, the new product is available on two Boeing 787-9 aircraft. Starting June 5, American Airlines will operate these planes on routes […]
ITF statement on PSA Airlines flight 5342 collision
The International Transport Workers’ Federation (ITF) are shocked and saddened by the tragic midair collision involving a PSA Airlines jet operating as American Airlines Flight 5342, and a U.S. Army helicopter near Washington, D.C early this morning. This flight was crewed by members of our affiliates, the Association of Flight Attendants-CWA (AFA-CWA) and the Air […]