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The latest news and analysis of American Airlines, including breaking news, executive interviews, earnings coverage, and analysis of its competitors.
U.S. Airlines Hold Off Grounding Boeing’s Latest Jet Despite New Calls for Caution
U.S. airlines have so far decided not to ground their Boeing 737 Max jets. Will they continue to hold off? Or will they err on the side of caution?
American and Hyatt Launch Reciprocal Benefits for Elite Loyalty Members
It's been a long time since frequent travelers have seen a promotion as plainly altruistic as the new partnership between American and Hyatt.
American Cancels Flights Because of Shoddy Overhead Bins
We'd like to think airlines would catch poor retrofit work before an aircraft flies passengers, but clearly that didn't happen here.
American Plots Long-Haul Expansion
American Airlines has never flown to Africa, and the last time it flew to India, it lost lots of money. But the airline is now the world's largest, and it could soon expand internationally.
American Airlines and Hyatt Hotels to Share Elite Loyalty Benefits
Like Crossover Rewards and Rewards Plus before it, a new partnership between American and Hyatt may help elite loyalty members in both programs earn some extra perks. And with little cost associated, participation is a no-brainer.
American and Delta Settle Claims Over Long Tarmac Delays
The Department of Transportation means well with its tarmac delay program. And it has been helpful for customers, who need not fear being trapped on planes for hours. These fines on the airlines are nothing, but the publicity is a reminder to try to do better.
American Airlines Is Considering Flying to Africa and India With New Dreamliners
Since its merger with US Airways, American has taken a cautious approach with new routes. It has expanded to major Asian and South Pacific markets out of necessity but otherwise hasn't taken too many chances. It is nice to see the airline considering adding India and Africa.
U.S. Airlines Battle Over Access to Tokyo’s Preferred Airport
Delta Air Lines wants U.S. regulators to award it a disproportionate number of slots at Tokyo's Haneda Airport, a preferred airport among business travelers. Other airlines disagree, but Delta probably does deserve better access, as it is the only one of the big three U.S. carriers without a Japanese partner.
American Airlines Warns One of Its Regional Airlines to Improve
U.S. regional airline Mesa Air Group has a relentless focus on costs. But with major carriers trying to increase their customer satisfaction scores, Mesa will need to raise its reliability to win and retain business.