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

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Airlines Divert and Cancel Flights After Israel Attacks Iran

Iran may have reopened its airspace following Israel's retaliatory attack, but will carriers risk flying over the two countries?

Peden Doma Bhutia | 3 days ago

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American Airlines Revamps Passenger Experience Amid Premium Travel Boom

From rethinking menus to opting for more comfortable and sustainable bedding, American is hoping to win over more premium travelers with more premium products.

Meghna Maharishi and Elizabeth Casolo, Skift | 5 days ago

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Allegiant Flight Attendants Agree ‘Game-Changer’ Labor Deal, Wages to Rise up to 41.2%

Union bosses have said the agreement sets a new benchmark for U.S. flight attendants across the industry.

Gordon Smith | 5 days ago

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American Airlines CEO Made $31.4 Million in 2023

American Airlines CEO Robert Isom received his highest pay in 2023 since he was appointed to the top spot in 2022.

Meghna Maharishi | 1 week ago

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United Flight Attendants Picket at U.S., U.K. Airports as Contract Negotiations Stall

United flight attendants are the latest to express their frustrations over stagnant pay and taxing work conditions.

Meghna Maharishi | 1 week ago

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United Airlines Appoints Estee Lauder Exec to Board as Industry Tries to Increase Gender Diversity

The airline industry has been trying to diversify boards and executive teams as it tries to shed its predominantly male image.

Meghna Maharishi | 3 weeks ago

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United Airlines Now Allows Family and Friends to Pool Miles for Booking Trips

United is one of the biggest U.S. airlines to allow friends and family to combine miles — at no extra fee — to redeem award tickets.

Meghna Maharishi | 1 month ago

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Delta Confirms JFK to Israel Route Will Return – But With A Delay

Delta's decision will soon leave American Airlines as the only U.S. carrier not to have returned to the Israeli market.

Gordon Smith | 1 month ago

Airline Weekly

Dis-AAdvanatged

American Airlines has got problems. There’s no disputing that. It shows in its lagging margins. But does it have solutions?

1 month ago

Airline Weekly

American Airlines Fights Back

In this week's Airline Weekly Lounge podcast, Gordon Smith and Jay Shabat discuss a new strategy from American Airlines to win back domestic market share and boost loyalty.

1 month ago