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American Airlines News

The latest news and analysis of American Airlines, including breaking news, executive interviews, earnings coverage, and analysis of its competitors.

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Take that, bankruptcy: American Airlines adding lie-flat beds on some domestic routes

Will U.S. airlines try to compete domestically based on features again, instead of adding more and more fees? Expect some others to follow AA's move.

AP | 12 years ago

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American Airlines shows off renderings of new interiors surprisingly free of US Airways logos

It's hard to spot exactly where over-confidence tips over to into over-compensating, but American seems to be right at that point.

Skift | 12 years ago

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American’s CEO won’t talk about the merger, but he does want to redecorate

From its labor contracts to airplane redecorating, Horton's talk and action recently is focused entirely on projecting an image of an airline that's ready to go it alone.

Scott Mayerowitz, Associated Press | 12 years ago

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No-expiration miles are going to expire after all, says American

Rocking the boat while going through a bankruptcy is unusual for an airline. And how many such frequent flyers are there anyway?

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American Airlines’ pilots could walk away with 13.5% of the company

American will get what it wants now -- big reductions in costs and flexibility on scheduling and routes -- in exchange for giving up a chunk of the company to a group of its most dedicated employees.

Andrea Ahles, Fort Worth Star-Telegram | 12 years ago

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U.S. carriers to start phasing out first class for more business class seats

Since first class takes up more space is often occupied by frequent flyers upgraded from business class, there's little economic reason to continue setting aside these premium seats.

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American Airlines’ CEO tells US Airways CEO over breakfast that he’s not rushing into anything

American's desire to stay independent received a boost today as bankruptcy judge said that AMR could have a little more time to get itself into shape before it would be forced to present its reorganization plan.

David Koenig, Associated Press | 12 years ago

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US Airways has already done its political and regulatory homework for American bid

Everyone seems confident that thanks to its own merging history and the recent example of United and Continental, US Airways will be able to leap any regulatory hurdles placed in front of it.

Skift | 12 years ago

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US Airways boss: We like you American, but we’re not going to wait forever

CEO Doug Parker has done an excellent job lobbying for support for a US Airways/American merger -- even among current rivals and possible future oneworld alliance partners at British Airways.

Skift | 12 years ago

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American’s rosier second quarter results mask the airline’s future challenges

Things look better at American because it's able to use its bankruptcy to avoid being held accountable or addressing its past mistakes. It owes its employees and shareholders a future that benefits more than just its own executive ranks.

Skift | 12 years ago