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AMR Posts $162 Million Loss
AMR Corp., the parent company of American Airlines, struggled amidst surging fuel costs.
American Air's parent AMR posts loss on fuel costs
AMR Corp, parent of American Airlines reported a larger-than-expected quarterly loss as the company felt the effects of high fuel costs and volatile foreign exchange rates.
American Airlines and U.A.E. national airline Etihad Airways expand frequent flyer agreement
Members of American's AAdvantage and Etihad Guest frequent flyer program can now redeem miles on eligible flights from both carriers
Shares of American Airlines Parent AMR up After Monday's Wild Trading
Shares of AMR Corp., the parent of American Airlines, are recovering in late morning trading after taking significant hits Monday and in premarket trading.
AMR and pilots continue talks, shares fall
American Airlines and its pilots made significant progress in contract talks that recessed on Monday, but investors were disappointed they did not reach a deal over the weekend and hammered shares of the carrier's parent, AMR Corp .
AMR management, pilots move ahead on contract talks
American Airlines, a unit of AMR Corp , and its pilots planned weekend contract talks amid fresh signs the two could be nearing a deal after five years of mostly bitter bargaining, chiefly over wages and job protection.
American Airlines sees Q4 capacity down
American Airlines, a unit of AMR Corp , said its fourth-quarter mainline capacity will dip 3 percent due to an adjustment in its late fall and winter schedule and that it will retire up to 11 Boeing 757 aircraft in 2012.
American Airlines capacity to dip in fourth quarter
American Airlines, a unit of AMR Corp , said fourth-quarter mainline capacity will dip 3 percent due to an adjustment in its schedules and that it will retire up to 11 Boeing 757 aircraft in 2012 in response to high fuel costs and an uncertain economy.
American Eagle, pilots union talks hit impasse: report
American Eagle and its pilots union have hit an impasse in efforts to agree on a new contract before Eagle is spun off from AMR Corp , also the parent of American Airlines, Bloomberg reported on Sunday.
Saudi Man Attempted to Open Cabin Door on American Eagle Flight
A Saudi Arabian man was questioned after attempting to open the cabin door on an American Eagle flight bound for Indianapolis.
TSA Regulations: 4 New Policies to Know About
TSA is piloting many new programs, including expedited security and behavior-recognition programs.
Chris Dodd Elected to AFI's Board of Trustees
Chris Dodd has been elected to the American Film Institute's Board of Trustees, the organization announced on Wednesday.
TSA Launches 'PreCheck' Expedited Security Program for Frequent Travelers
Frequent fliers are getting a chance at an expedited security process at select airports through TSA’s new PreCheck program.
AMR seen pressured, but not ready for bankruptcy
American Airlines may be the most likely big U.S. airline to go bankrupt, but the sum of its hardships -- high labor costs and weak cash flow -- do not add up to an imminent Chapter 11 filing, according to analysts who study the carrier's finances.
American Airlines Continues Pilot Negotiation with Fear of Bankruptcy Looming
Facing concerns of bankruptcy, American Airlines will continue contract negotiations with pilots.
American Airlines Shares Plunge on Bankruptcy Fears, Waves of Pilots Retiring
Year to date in 2011, AMR shares have plummeted more than 60 percent.
American Airlines shares tumble 18 percent on outlook
Shares of American Airlines parent AMR Corp fell more than 18 percent on Monday as analysts debated the prospects for a bankruptcy filing for the third- largest U.S. airline, which lags its industry peers.
American Airlines Launches 'Aprendi' Spanish-Language Travel Community
Spanish speakers now have an online travel community of their own with “Aprendi,” created by American Airlines.
Travel Alert! Overweight Bag Fees Hit $450 for Some Airlines
A new USA TODAY survey shows that some airlines are charging up to $450 for overweight checked bags.
Get Away This Fall with Last Minute Travel Deals for Cheap Flights
Check out these airline sales before booking your fall getaway.
Marc Anthony Celebrates Birthday With J.Lo; Are They Getting Back Together?
After performing on Friday at his sold-out concert at Miami's American Airlines Arena, Marc Anthony celebrated his 43rd birthday with estranged wife Jennifer Lopez on Sep. 17 at a mansion in Miami, Fla.
High Nerves During September 11 Anniversary Travel
The anniversary of September 11 brought fearful travel on two airlines escorted by fighter jets.
Frontier Airlines Flight 623: Not Terrorists, Not Sexual Encounter
The FBI has released three passengers who were the focus of a security scare on a Frontier Airlines flight on Sunday, the day America paused in memorial of the nearly 3,000 who died in terrorist attacks on Sept. 11, 2001.
Fighter Jets Intercept Two Commercial Flights; 'Suspicious' Passengers in Mile High Club
Passengers in question were interviewed and released
An Astronaut's View of 9/11 from Space [VIDEO &FULL TEXT]
NASA astronaut Frank Culbertson was relaxing on the International Space Station, reading a Tom Clancy novel when he heard reports of the 9/11 attacks on New York City.
Mid-Air 'Making Out' Leads to Fear in U.S. Flights; Fighter Jets Escort Two Planes
On the 10th anniversary of the 9/11 attacks, American fighter jets and FBI command centers once again went on alert when crews of two separate planes of different airlines reported suspicious activities of passengers.
Air Force Shadows 2 Flights after Reports of Suspicious Passengers
U.S. Air Force jets were scrambled Sunday to escort two passenger airline flights because of security scares as Americans marked the 10th anniversary of the Sept. 11 attacks.
3 Detained in Detroit Over 'Suspicious' Bathroom Breaks on Plane
Multiple airlines reported small scares on Sunday in connection to large-scale anxiety over the 10th anniversary of the Sept. 11 attacks.
NASA Videos 9/11 from Space [PHOTO&FULL TEXT]
NASA astronaut Frank Culbertson will never forget where he was on 9/11: On board the International Space Station flying over the New York City area when he spotted the smoke.
Labor Day Weekend Sales: 25 Places to Score the Best Deals Shopping
Labor Day weekend is just around the corner so take advantage of the Labor Day sales offered by countless retailers. Here is a list of the 25 places to score the best deals during the Labor Day weekend sales both online and in stores.