American Airlines Stories
Ex-Goldman Director Gupta Charged with Insider Trading
Rajat Gupta, a former director of Goldman Sachs Group Inc and Procter & Gamble, was arrested on Wednesday on insider trading charges, making him the most prominent executive to be accused in a broad U.S. crackdown on illegal leaks of corporate secrets.
Delta Earnings up 51 Percent on Higher Fares, Unbundled Offerings, but Misses Estimates on Fuel Costs
Delta Air Lines Inc's quarterly profit fell short of Wall Street expectations because of higher fuel costs, and its shares sank more than 6 percent in morning trading.
American Airlines Jack the Cat Is Still Missing After 2 Months
Jack the Cat has been missing for two months now, since he escaped from his carrier in the American Airlines baggage area at John F. Kennedy International Airport. But his owner and her thousands of online supporters aren't giving up hope, as Saturday was dubbed Jack the Cat Awareness Day at the airport.
Barf Bag? Airline Industry is Sick of Obama’s Proposed Tax Hike
The airline industry is handing out barf bags to passengers and lawmakers as part of a major advertising campaign against Obama’s proposed airline tax hikes.
Jack the Cat Awareness Day Puts Pressure on American Airlines
Animal lovers gathered at JFK for Jack the Cat Awareness Day in honor of the flummoxed feline that went missing in the hands of American Airlines baggage handlers in August.
Holiday Airfare Increases as 3Q Results are Announced
Holiday travelers beware! Airlines have hiked up their fares by $4 to $10 one-way, due to 3Q results and higher fuel cost.
AMR, pilots resume contract talks, stock hit again
American Airlines and its pilots resumed contract talks on Wednesday with the company's chief executive saying achieving the kind of labor-cost reductions management wants to nail down will not be easy.
AMR, Pilot Union Continue Work on Labor Agreement
Officials with AMR, the parent company of American Airlines, said Wednesday that negotiations with the pilots union are making headway.
American Air parent AMR posts loss on fuel costs
AMR Corp, parent of American Airlines, reported a wider-than-expected quarterly loss, hurt by high fuel costs and a strong dollar.
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.
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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.


