American Airlines Stories
What’s Wrong With American Airlines?
Loose seats and labor disputes are just the tip of the iceberg for beleaguered American Airlines.
Airlines' Profits To Fly Higher Than Expected In 2012
The International Air Transport Association (IATA) announced an upward revision to its global outlook for 2012 Monday after improved global airline performance in the second quarter.
American Airlines Issues Job Loss Warning Notices To 11,000, Cuts Flight Schedule
American Airlines may fire people.
I Had One Bad Day: One Man's Memories Of The World Trade Center Towers Coming Down On Top Of Him
William Wright, now 46, recalls the day eleven years ago when the World Trade Center collapsed on top of him and five of his co-workers.
A Decade Later, Airlines Could Lose Billions In 9/11 Lawsuit
Damages in a lawsuit filed against American Airlines (PINK:AAMRQ), United Airlines (NYSE:UAL) and other companies in connection to the Sept. 11, 2001, terrorist attacks could total upward of $2.8 billion.
Apple iOS 6 Release Date May Be Revealed Tomorrow: 6 Features To Look Forward To
Apple big announcement, where the company is expected to reveal the iPhone 5 and some other surprises, is finally coming on Wednesday. Alongside the announcement of its next-generation smartphone, a possible iPad Mini and a refreshed line of iPod devices, Apple could unveil the release date for iOS 6, its updated operating system.
Apple iPhone 5 Features: Will iPhone 5 Sport Fingerprint Security? Does Apple's Acquisition Of AuthenTec Signal A Biometrically Evolved Device?
With just two days to go for Apple's (AAPL) Sept. 12 event, rumor mills are working overtime as speculations of Apple's much-awaited next generation iPhone sporting fingerprint security feature make the rounds.
American Airlines Pilot Contracts Can Be Abandoned, Judge Says
AMR Corporation's (PINK: AAMRQ) American Airlines took a major step toward emerging from bankruptcy after a federal judge tossed out its pilots' union contract, ending a dispute with the only union it had failed to reach a deal with on concessions.
Glenn Beck To Boycott American Airlines After Being Treated 'As A Subhuman' By Attendant [VIDEO]
Glenn Beck is boycotting American Airlines permanently, the Conservative personality announced on his radio show Tuesday evening, citing an instance of being treated rudely by an attendant during a recent flight on the carrier.
How Much Is A Combination Of US Airways And American Airlines Worth?
American Airlines could go from being bankrupt to being part of the world's largest airline if a merger with US Airways, the fifth-largest domestic airline, goes through.
AMR, US Airways Say They Are Evaluating A Potential Merger
American Airlines parent AMR Corp (AAMRQ.PK) and US Airways Group Inc (LCC.N) have signed a non-disclosure agreement as they evaluate a potential merger that would create an airline that rivals leader United Continental Holdings Inc (UAL.N) in scope.
Bankrupt American Airlines Seeks OK For Big Lawyer Fees As It Seeks More Worker Pay Cuts
American Airlines' bankrupt parent AMR Corporation (PINK:AAMRQ), which is arguing in federal court it needs hundreds of millions of dollars in contract concessions from its employees in order to survive as a going concern, is planning to spend hundreds of thousands of dollars to entice a small group of hedge funds to invest in the company.
Want To Use Smartphones And Tablets In Flight? The FAA Is Looking Into It
Why do airlines make you turn off your "portable electronic devices" before takeoff and landing? It's a question many have asked over the years, and, while the rule is clear, the answer is decidedly foggy.
Tropical Storm Isaac’s Path Across Southern Florida Cancels 1,000 Flights, Keeps Cruise Ships At Sea
Tropical Storm Isaac’s path across Southern Florida and into the Gulf of Mexico has wreaked havoc in the skies, forcing more than 1,000 cancellations and counting.
Tropical Storm Isaac’s Path Across The Caribbean Cancels Flights, Alters Cruise Itineraries
Tropical Storm Isaac, the ninth named storm of the 2012 Atlantic hurricane season, sped past the Leeward Islands Thursday on a path across the Caribbean toward the Florida coast.
Tropical Storm Isaac Disrupts Travel In The Caribbean
Tropical Storm Isaac, the ninth named storm of the 2012 Atlantic hurricane season, sped toward the Leeward Islands Wednesday afternoon on an ominous path across the Caribbean.
Fed Up With Big Bank Fees? These Credit Unions Offer Free Checking
At a time when big banks are constantly raising fees or imposing new ones to help them recover lost revenue from new regulations, not-for-profit credit unions are booming.
WWE RAW Preview: Punk vs. Big Show, SummerSlam Match Canceled, HBK Back Again
WWE SummerSlam is one week away and RAW is set to see some of the feuds intensify. Big Show and CM Punk start off the show with a match, Alberto Del Rio tries to get back in his World Title match, Kane and Daniel Bryan build to their bout, HBK comes back for more, and DJ Pauly D is the social media representative.
Algorithm Can Track Source Of Facebook Rumors And Terrorist Attacks, Researchers Say
Researchers have developed an algorithm that can track something - information, contaminants, influence - as it spreads through online and offline networks, back to its original source.
Air Traffic Controllers Blamed For Jan. 2011 Near-Collision Involving Boeing 777 And USAF C-17 Near NYC
Faulty instructions by air traffic controllers caused a near mid-air collision involving an American Airlines Boeing 777-200 and a U.S. Air Force C-17 cargo plane near New York City in January 2011, a federal report said.
Want Luggage Delivered To Your Home, Office Or Hotel? American Airlines Will Do It - For A Fee
The last thing many fliers want to do when they reach their destination is wait by the baggage carousel for their luggage to arrive. Now, if they're flying American Airlines, they don't have to.
Gwyneth Paltrow And Chris Martin: The Coldplay Kiss Everyone Is Talking About [VIDEO]
Coldplay front man Chris Martin got physical with a fan at a show on Friday! Luckily for him, that fan turned out to be his beautiful Oscar winning wife, Gwyneth Paltrow.
Angry Alec Baldwin A Two-Time Twitter Quitter
This time, the paparazzi is to blame.
Airbus Picks Alabama For First US Factory: Report
European airplane manufacturer Airbus SAS will build its first U.S. factory in Mobile, Ala., as it intensifies its competition with main rival, U.S.-based Boeing Co. (NYSE: BA), The Associated Press reported Thursday.
Stockton, Calif. To File For Bankruptcy, Becoming Largest U.S. City To Go Broke
Stockton, California, is expected to file for bankruptcy before the end of the week, becoming the largest U.S. city to seek protection from its creditors.
Miami Heat Parade 2012: Video and Pictures from the Celebration
The Miami Heat celebrated their second championship in franchise history on Monday morning with a parade in South Beach.
Miami Heat 2012 Parade On Despite Tropical Storm Debby Drenching Florida
Tropical Storm Debby may be one huge Debbie downer, but no one will rain on the Miami Heat's parade to celebrate their 2012 victory in the NBA finals last week, despite the storm drenching northern Florida.
Nadya Suleman, 'Octomom: Home Alone' Star, Allegedly Harassed By Virgin America Flight Crew
Nadya Suleman, aka Octomom, is making more headlines this weekend as she claims to have had an extremely bad experience aboard a Virgin America airline flight.
Miami Heat Parade 2012: Route, Schedule, Live Stream And All The Details For Monday
Here are all of the details you need for Monday's Miami Heat parade, including the route, schedule and live stream, to celebrate the NBA 2012 Finals victory.
When Will Alec Baldwin Ever Take Responsibility For His Actions?
Baldwin's behavior in recent years has repeatedly stunned the public--but the actor seldom accepts accountability for his headline-making follies.