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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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United’s Network Playbook: What’s Next for China and Low-Cost Carriers?

Skift spoke with United’s senior vice president of global network planning about the current state of the carrier’s network and its ability to compete with Chinese airlines.

Meghna Maharishi | 2 months ago

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DOT Launches Probe Into Loyalty Programs of 4 Largest U.S. Airlines

The investigation seeks to determine whether recent industry trends like devaluing the worth of miles and consolidation have adversely affected consumers.

Meghna Maharishi | 2 months ago

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American Airlines Adds 5 New European Routes for Summer 2025

The new routes are a bet that the international travel boom will continue next summer.

Meghna Maharishi | 2 months ago

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United Airlines Flight Attendants Take Step Toward Strike — 99.9% Vote Yes

United flight attendants are the latest to vote overwhelmingly for a strike as flight attendant negotiations have become particularly contentious this past year.

Meghna Maharishi | 3 months ago

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Who’s Winning the U.S. Airline Loyalty Game?

Running a profitable airline in the U.S. is increasingly about loyalty, not just logistics. All of the ‘Big Three’ lean heavily on frequent flyer programs and co-branded credit cards to help drive revenue - but who came out on top in Q2?

Pranjal Pande and Gordon Smith, Skift | 3 months ago

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Former American Airlines Exec Vasu Raja on Where the Industry Is Going — and Why He’s Still Bullish on Direct Selling

In a wide-ranging exclusive interview with Skift since he left American Airlines, Raja discussed the future of the airline industry.

Meghna Maharishi | 3 months ago

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Amadeus Pushes Forward on Tech Initiative Despite American Airlines Setback

Amadeus isn’t relying on the business from its next-generation distribution tech for now. It’s up to airlines to choose how they want to use it.

Justin Dawes | 4 months ago

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Biden Administration Proposes Rule to Ban ‘Junk Fees’ for Family Seating

If finalized, the rule would ban airlines from charging fees to assign seats to children aged 13 or younger next to their parents or an accompanying adult.

Meghna Maharishi | 4 months ago

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Spirit Posts ‘Disappointing’ Revenues as CEO Promises Change

With 'transformational' changes to its business model announced earlier this week, Spirit will be hoping that these numbers are the start of a long-term shift for the troubled airline.

Gordon Smith | 4 months ago

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Appeals Court Blocks Airline ‘Junk Fee’ Rule

An appeals court argued that the rule “likely exceeds the DOT’s authority and would irreparably harm airlines.”

Meghna Maharishi | 4 months ago