American Airlines Stories
Speed Test: What’s the Fastest Way to Board a Plane?
A series of tests were conducted to find the fastest way to board a plane. Turns out, it's not the standard block method most airlines use now.
American Airlines Steps Up Amenities for First Class Passengers
Starting September 1, First Class passengers on select American Airlines flights will be offered the new “turndown service” that includes slippers, pajamas and high-end toiletries.
U.S. Carriers Among World's Top 10 Safest Airlines
Air Transport Rating Agency releases top 10 list of world's safest airline carriers.
Irene New York: Evacuation Order Lifted, NYSE to Open; Airports Closed Until At Least Late Monday
New York has lifted an unprecedented evacuation order in place for Hurricane Irene and the New York Stock Exchange will open Monday, but New York area airports will not reopen until at least late Monday, officials said. New York's transit system including subways that serve eight million people each weekday were closed in advance of Hurricane Irene. Also, all New York area airports were closed. But the evacuation was lifted Sunday afternoon, and the New York Stock Exchange says i
Airlines abandon Northeast, NY closes subways
U.S. airlines canceled more than 10,000 flights due to Hurricane Irene by late Saturday, while New York and other eastern cities initiated sweeping storm-related shutdowns of rail and mass transit systems.
Irene Closes NY Subways; Airlines Abandon Northeast
U.S. airline, rail and transit systems in New York and other eastern cities initiated sweeping weekend shutdowns and slowdowns on Saturday as Hurricane Irene bore down on the region.
Hurricane Irene Path 2011 Causes First NYC Shutdown Ever [MAPS]
The path that Hurricane Irene, the first hurricane of the season, chose to take has caused the first-ever New York City shutdown. America's largest subway system and about five flights in the NYC area shut down around noon on Saturday, as Irene continues to churn near the East Coast.
Air Travel Braces for East Coast Storm Shutdown
Airlines canceled nearly 8,000 weekend flights as Hurricane Irene swept up the U.S. east coast toward New York, forcing carriers to move planes to safer areas and halting services at the busiest U.S. hub.
Hurricane Irene New York: Nearly 5,000 Flights Canceled [LATEST PHOTOS, MAPS, VIDEO]
U.S. air carriers have canceled nearly 5,000 flights this weekend as destructive Hurricane Irene threatens several large airports in New York and Washington.
Airlines Move Planes; Airports Prep for Hurricane Irene
U.S. airlines have cut at least 1,000 flights and are moving airplanes out of the anticipated path of Hurricane Irene, while airports are taking steps to minimize damage from the storm.
Hurricane Irene 2011 Shuts Down New York City
Category 2 Hurricane Irene is taking direct aim at New York City, prompting mandatory evacuations and halting ground and air transportation in several major cities. Mayor Bloomberg announced mandatory evacuation of Zone A residents.
Over a Thousand Flight Cancellations as Airlines Prepare for Irene
Thousands of flights have been cancelled as airlines scramble to come up with a plan ahead of Hurricane Irene's expected hit along the East Coast.
Hurricane Irene to Make for 'Horrendous' Travel Conditions; Obama Urges Residents to Prepare
Hurricane Irene will cause horrendous travel conditions in the U.S. East Coast region Saturday and Sunday, one official said. As airlines cancel hundreds of flights ahead of Hurricane Irene's approach, Virginia Gov. Bog McDonnell said Saturday will be a horrendous day for travel as forecasters say the storm will be one of the worst to ever hit the region. Another official -- U.S. President Barack Obama -- is urging Americans in the path of powerful Hurricane Irene to listen to...
Hurricane Irene Poised to Halt East Coast Air Travel from Carolinas to Maine
As Hurricane Irene approaches the East Coast, Airlines began issuing travel waivers and cancelling flights.
Airline Passengers get new Bill of Rights Aimed at Friendlier Skies
Airlines are now required to clearly post all optional fees on their Web sites, increase compensation for passengers bumped from flights, and provide shorter waiting periods on the tarmac.
Last-Minute End-of-Summer Travel Deals
There's still a bit of summer left in 2011, so why not make the most of it and check out these end of summer travel deals for last minute vacationers (or anybody who wants one last getaway)
Justin Beiber Accused of Displaying Diva Like Behaviour
Justin Beiber accused of displaying Diva like behaviour
AMR eyes American Eagle spin-off
AMR Corp may spin off its regional unit American Eagle as an independent airline with a nine-year contract to fly for American Airlines, the parent company said on Thursday.
U.S. airlines trim fares after FAA shutdown
U.S. airlines have begun rolling back fare increases initiated last month when a partial shutdown of the Federal Aviation Administration halted the collection of certain ticket taxes and allowed carriers to raise base fares without increasing prices paid for tickets.
Congress reaches deal to end FAA shutdown
Congressional leaders struck a deal on Thursday to resolve a partisan dispute and end a partial shutdown of the Federal Aviation Administration that has halted airport projects and threatened thousands of jobs.
Boeing seen posting profit with all eyes on commercial programs
Analysts expect Boeing Co (BA.N) to report a narrowed quarterly profit on Wednesday, but Wall Street will be looking for executive comments on its high-profile commercial airplane programs.
U.S. airlines raise fares to scoop up tax lapse
Many U.S. airlines raised fares in recent days to take advantage of a drop-off in U.S. ticket tax collection after Congress failed last week to fully fund the Federal Aviation Administration budget, but passengers will likely not notice any price difference.
AMR to buy 260 planes from Airbus, 200 from Boeing
American Airlines on Wednesday split a giant order for 460 single-aisle jets worth up to $40 billion between Boeing Co and its European rival Airbus , which scrambled to win any of the narrowbody deal.
AMR to vote on Boeing/Airbus split order: sources
American Airlines' board of directors was to vote overnight on an aircraft order potentially worth more than $20 billion and split between Boeing Co and Airbus , sources said on Tuesday.
Airline shares fall as investors expect fall slowdown
Shares of major U.S. airlines fell to one-year lows on Monday on uncertainty over the economy and expectations that travel will slow down in the fall.
U.S. airlines poised for profits but face headwinds
U.S. airlines have got a dependable toehold on financial stability, but the companies still face headwinds from soaring fuel prices and economic weakness that could batter bookings later this year.
Airbus, Boeing compete over American Airlines order: report
European aircraft builder Airbus aims to win a large plane order from AMR Corp's American Airlines by offering $6 billion in preferential financing to woo the American carrier away from rival Boeing , according to the Wall Street Journal.
Rihanna’s Dallas Concert Was On Fire – Literally (VIDEO)
The singer's concert goes up in flames when a fire forces an early cancellation.
Ashton Kutcher's Twitter War with Digital Brothel
Ashton Kutcher is battling with Village Voice, accusing them of supporting a digital brothel and making efforts to notify the weekly paper's advertisers to drop their ads.
Ashton Kutcher Tweets, Urges Village Voice Media's Advertisers to Drop Business
Ashton Kutcher is battling with Village Voice, accusing them of supporting a digital brothel and making efforts to notify the weekly paper's advertisers to drop their ads.