American Airlines Stories
Nearly 80 Million Americans Expected To Travel This Thanksgiving, Setting New Record
International flight bookings have risen 23% compared to last Thanksgiving, and the average cost of tickets has dropped by 5%.
American Airlines Flight Nearly Slams Into Mountain After Crew Misses Turn
The flight had just taken off from Honolulu to head to Los Angeles when the incident took place.
American Airlines Tests New Boarding Technology To Stop 'Gate Lice'
The airline is piloting the system at three major U.S. airports—Albuquerque International, Tucson International, and Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport.
Flight Forced To Land After Texas Businessman Refuses To Stop Vaping
The man became infuriated after the flight attendant asked him to stop, and began cursing at other passengers after they came to her aid.
An American Airlines Mechanic Was Smuggling Cocaine into the US: Here's How He Did It
Paul Belloisi was caught trying to retrieve $250,000 worth of cocaine from from the belly of a passenger plane after it arrived in New York from Jamaica.
Passengers Affected As Delta, United And American Airlines Grounded Due To Communication Issue
The issue is affecting all flights from the airlines regardless of their destinations.
American Airlines Flight Attendants Edge Closer To Strike As Talks Conclude
Flight attendants are pushing for an immediate 33% pay increase, citing the lack of a raise for over five years.
American Airlines Sued By Black Passengers For Deboarding Due To 'Odor'
American Airlines promised to rebuild trust in the company after Black passengers who were removed from a flight filed a lawsuit.
American Airlines Shares Sink As It Lowers Demand Outlook
Shares of American Airlines dove Wednesday after it lowered its profit outlook, citing weaker demand and a troubled booking system upgrade.
American Airlines Confirms 2024 Forecast Despite Q1 Loss
American Airlines reported a quarterly loss Thursday on an uptick in labor and other operating costs as the carrier confirmed its full-year financial forecast.
American Airlines Orders 260 New Jets Including Boeing 737 Max 10 and Airbus A321neo
American Airlines showcases confidence in industry recovery by ordering 260 new jets, including Boeing's 737 Max 10 and Airbus A321neo planes.
American Airlines Bans Teen For Three Years For Trying 'Skiplagging' Viral Hack: What Is It?
The 17-year-old teenager was questioned by gate agents after he disembarked in North Carolina.
JetBlue To End American Airlines Joint Venture After Court Ruling
JetBlue said Wednesday it will wind down an alliance with American Airlines rather than challenge a US court ruling that determined the joint venture was anti-competitive.
American Airlines Pilots Vote To Authorize Potential Strike: What Can Travelers Expect?
An American Airlines spokesperson said the carrier believes a deal is "within reach" with only a "handful" of issues left to be discussed.
Drunk, 'Unruly' Passenger Urinates On Fellow Flyer Aboard American Airlines Flight
This is the third such incident on a flight between New York and New Delhi in the last six months.
American Airlines Flight Engine Catches Fire Mid-Air After Striking Bird
The flight was on its way to Phoenix when a bird strike disabled its engine and forced the aircraft to return to John Glenn Columbus International Airport.
Disruptive Passenger Forces American Airlines Flight To Make Emergency Landing
The diversion was caused "due to a security concern involving an unruly customer," the airline said. The passenger reportedly tried to breach the cockpit.
Airport Ground Crew Worker Killed After Getting 'Ingested Into Engine' Of Parked Aircraft
Several flights were canceled in the wake of the tragic incident as the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) launched an investigation into the matter.
Turbulent Flight Lands In Philadelphia Airport With Sick, Vomiting Passengers
"It was quite bad. It was just really bumpy. It was just inconsistent. It was noisy from every direction," one of the passengers shared her ordeal.
Furious Woman Rips Airport Computer, Slams American Airlines Staff With It [Video]
The woman became irate after her two minor children walked away without telling her, according to police.
Odell Beckham Jr. Beckham Removed From Flight Following Row With Flight Crew
Odell Beckham Jr. was escorted out of the plane following an argument with an airline flight attendant.
Pilot Contract Talks Hit Turbulence As Country's Biggest Airlines Negotiate
Some of the nation's largest airlines are facing choppy air as contract negotiations with pilot unions are rejected.
Why American Airlines Is Sticking With Plans To Eliminate First Class Seats on These Flights
The airline plans to replace the first-class seating with new "Flagship Suites" which include privacy doors and lie-flat seating.
Airline Stocks Take Off — For How Long?
United Airlines shares were up more than 10% for the week, while American Airlines and Delta Airlines shares were up 7%.
Youtuber Says She's Not Sorry For Fat Shaming 'Very Obese' Co-passengers On American Airlines
Sydney Watson says she cannot understand why fat shaming is a bad thing.
Flight Makes Emergency Landing After Odor From Passenger's Bag Makes People Sick
One source reportedly said it was a nail polish remover in the passenger's bag that triggered the incident.
DOJ Antitrust Case Against American Airlines, JetBlue Heads to Trial
American Airlines and JetBlue on Tuesday went to trial in an antitrust case that revolves around the carriers' Northeast Alliance.
American Airlines Passenger Punches Flight Attendant In Head, Arrested After Plane Lands
An unruly passenger was arrested after punching an American Airlines flight attendant during a flight from Mexico to Los Angles.
Man Goes On Racist Tirade, Boasts About Job On American Airlines Flight; Gets Fired
A video recorded on the flight from Philadelphia to Dallas showed the man yelling profanities.
American Airlines Buys 20 Supersonic Overture Planes Amid Demands For Faster Flights
Boom says that it will be able to have flights from Miami to London in less than five hours, which usually takes about nine hours.