Executives at American, United and Southwest said higher fuel costs are squeezing airlines, though resilient travel demand has helped offset some of the pressure.

American Airlines is adding a new employee benefit that includes a $1,000 Trump Account match per eligible child and a pretax savings option.

New daily flights will connect major U.S. hubs with destinations across Europe and Asia beginning in spring 2027 as the carrier expands its global network.

American Airlines Flight 3280 was halted after two tires blew out while taxiing at Chicago O’Hare on Wednesday, the fifth reported tire incident there this month.

American Airlines is installing 4K seatback screens, Bluetooth connectivity, and USB-C charging across more than 800 narrowbody aircraft starting in 2028.

A systemwide IT outage briefly forced the FAA to halt all American Airlines departures nationwide, disrupting travel as crews race to restore service.

The Rome-to-Philadelphia flight landed safely in Dublin after an oven was identified as the source of the reported odor, with several people medically evaluated.

Rep. Max Miller blasted American Airlines over a prolonged flight delay that left three lawmakers unable to return to Washington in time for House votes.

The airline says six domestic routes will be paused for two months as carriers face higher fuel costs linked to instability in the Middle East.

Transportation Secretary Sean Duffy announced an immediate federal response to assist stranded passengers and displaced workers after Spirit Airlines shut down.

United CEO Scott Kirby says his vision for a merger with American Airlines would have added jobs and routes, but the rival declined to engage on a deal.

American Airlines CEO Robert Isom rejected a potential United Airlines merger as anti-competitive and bad for customers during an earnings call. 

Sens. Elizabeth Warren and Mike Lee pressed United Airlines and American Airlines CEOs over a reported merger proposal, citing antitrust and consumer concerns.

United Airlines CEO Scott Kirby's reported pitch to President Trump for a United-American merger intensifies pressure on American CEO Robert Isom, analysts said.

American Airlines is raising checked bag fees by $10 in response to surging jet fuel costs, joining Delta, Southwest and other carriers hiking baggage prices.

Winter blizzards slam Upper Midwest, forcing airlines to cancel nearly 2,000 flights Sunday. Chicago O'Hare and Minneapolis airports hit hardest.

Transportation Secretary Sean Duffy calls for immediate Department of Homeland Security funding as political standoff affects airport operations.

American Airlines becomes first U.S. carrier to resume Venezuela flights since 2019, offering Miami to Caracas and Maracaibo routes after DOT approval.

Middle East unrest disrupts global air travel as airlines cancel flights worldwide, leaving passengers stranded at airports following joint U.S. and Israel military action against Iran.

American Airlines jet discovered with possible bullet holes after Miami landing from Colombia. Aircraft grounded for investigation following inspection.