American Airlines Offering Unpaid Leaves Of Absence Because It Has Too Many Flight Attendants
The union backed program offers a month of unpaid leave that preserves benefits while opening flight opportunities for juniors.
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17-Hour Flights: American Airlines' 11 New Ultra-Long Nonstop Routes [Map]
The longest of these corridors is currently being stretched by airspace closures.
American Airlines Serving Pecan Lodge Texas Barbecue In First Class… Yay?
Despite not necessarily investing a lot in catering, airlines like to get creative with what they serve in first class, as people seem to like that. Perhaps the most talked about example of this is Delta’s partnership with Shake Shack (which I recently experienced for the first time).
One Mile at a Time•Ben Schlappig7 Aug
No More Flagship? American Airlines Cuts Upgrade Eligibility For Elite Fliers On Some Flights
American’s new upgrade rules will block some economy elites from reaching lie-flat Business Class.
American Adds Premium Economy Upgrades For Elites, Ends Double Upgrades To Business Class
American Airlines will be making major changes to its complimentary elite upgrade program on domestic flights, for the limited number of routes that have a premium economy cabin for sale. Most people will probably view this as being a negative change, assuming they fly one of the few impacted routes.
One Mile at a Time•Ben Schlappig6 AugWA
American Airlines and Infinium announce commercial passenger flight powered by eSAF
American Airlines and Infinium today announced its first delivery of electro sustainable aviation fuel (eSAF) to a commercial airport for use in a commercial passenger flight, marking a major milestone in the decarbonization of aviation. The eSAF was allocated to an American flight that departed Corpus Christi International Airport (CRP) and landed at Dallas Fort […]
World Airline News•Bruce Drum6 Aug
American Airlines and Citi elevate premium travel
American Airlines, Citi and Mastercard today announced updates to the Citi® / AAdvantage® Executive World Legend Mastercard®, introducing new and enhanced premium travel and lifestyle benefits designed for frequent American Airlines travelers. Cardmembers can now unlock up to $2,300 in value, including Admirals Club® membership and faster path to AAdvantage® status. The refresh reflects a shared commitment to deliver a premium travel experience with benefits that extend beyond the airport.
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American’s Azul Bet Isn’t a Bet — It’s a Hedge
Brazil’s antitrust regulator, CADE, cleared American Airlines’ $100 million investment in Azul on July 31, unconditionally. American will acquire an
Air Insight•Addison Schonland4 Aug
American Boeing 777-300ER Retrofits Underway: Fancy New Cabins Coming Soon
American Airlines recently rolled out a new passenger experience on its long haul flights, particularly with the introduction of its Flagship Suite business class, as well as its front-row Flagship Suite Preferred. While this product is finally being offered on newly delivered Boeing 787-9s that are assigned certain routes, we’re also going to see some existing planes reconfigured.
One Mile at a Time•Ben Schlappig4 Aug
American Airlines Finally Has A Permanent Heathrow Caterer After 5 Months Of Stopgaps
As DO & CO takes the reins as American Airlines' permanent caterer at Heathrow, passengers can expect a full menu restoration.
American Airlines Launches 4 New Nonstop International Routes: See Full List Now
They are from four hubs around the country, and contribute to nearly 400 international departures this coming winter. See more here!
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American Airlines and Citi elevate premium travel with enhanced Citi / AAdvantage Executive World Legend Mastercard
American Airlines, Citi and Mastercard today announced updates to the Citi® / AAdvantage® Executive World Legend Mastercard®, introducing new and enhanced premium travel and lifestyle benefits designed for frequent American Airlines travelers. Cardmembers can now unlock up to $2,300 in value, including Admirals Club® membership and faster path to AAdvantage® status. The refresh reflects a shared commitment to deliver […]
World Airline News•Bruce Drum3 AugA
CADE Clears American Airlines’ Azul Investment
Brazil’s Administrative Council for Economic Defense (CADE) has unconditionally approved American Airlines’ planned US$100 million investment in Azul, clearing the US carrier to acquire a minority stake of around 8% in the Brazilian airline, according to The Rio Times. CADE’s technical staff issued a favourable opinion on 31 July, concluding that the transaction poses no […]
AviTrader•Heike Tamm3 Aug
American Airlines Gets Green Light For $100M Stake In Brazil's Azul
American Airlines' $100 million investment in Azul could reshape the Brazilian aviation market, but not everyone is on board with the deal.
Only 84 Miles: American Airlines Launches New Extremely Short Route [Map]
American is resurrecting a route last flown 27 years ago with three daily flights on 65-seater regional jets.
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American Airlines: highest quarterly revenue in company history in Q2
For the second quarter financial results, American Airlines reported its record quarterly revenue, driven by strong demand for the airline’s services and product and solid commercial execution. Follow Aeronews on...
Brazil approves American Airlines’ $100M investment in Azul
Brazil’s competition authority has cleared American Airlines’ planned investment in Azul, allowing the US carrier to acquire a…
AeroTime•Gabriele Petrauskaite2 Aug
American Airlines' Plan To Close A $3 Billion Profit Gap With United & Delta
American Airlines CEO Robert Isom has outlined an ambitious strategy to close the carrier's multi-billion-dollar profitability gap with key national rivals United and Delta. His strategy shouldn’t come as any surprise to anyone who’s been following industry trends.
800 Feet Apart: American Airlines 737 & E175 Nearly Collide At Washington Reagan
An American Airlines regional jet's mistaken acceptance of runway clearance meant for another aircraft led to a near-miss at DCA.
Why In The World Does American Airlines Fly The Boeing 787 And Not The Airbus A350?
The carrier has decided against operating the flagship Airbus widebody.