American Airlines faces $50M fine for treatment of disabled passengers
American Airlines was levied a massive fine by the Department of Transportation over alleged breaches of airline passenger disability regulations for wheelchairs.
American Airlines flight attendants approve new 5-year contract
American Airlines flight attendants ratified a new five-year contract that includes industry-leading wage rates and compensation for long sits between flights.
Global technology outage disrupts major airlines, 911 services and businesses
A global technology outage has disrupted flights on major airlines, to include Delta and American, leaving many grounded until further notice.
American Airlines passengers stop to grab carry-ons during evacuation, despite orders to 'leave everything'
Video shows the moments those onboard an American Airlines flight from San Francisco to Miami were evacuated after smoke was detected in the cabin.
American Airlines flight attendants 'one step closer to a strike' after talks end without agreement: union
Around 28,000 American Airlines flight attendants are "one step closer to a strike" after failing to reach negotiations with the airline on Thursday, the union announced.
American Airlines offers flight attendants immediate 17% wage hikes amid contract talks
American Airlines offered flight attendants an immediate pay raise of 17% as the carrier looks to conclude negotiations with the flight attendants union over a new contract.
American Airlines kicks off D-Day 80th anniversary trip for World War II veterans to Normandy
American Airlines sends off WWII veterans for their historic D-Day 80th anniversary commemorative trip to Normandy, France.
American Airlines sued for racial discrimination for removing Black men from flight
American Airlines has been sued by three Black men who accused the airline of racial discrimination for temporarily removing them for a flight after a body odor complaint.
American Airlines passengers in Miami stuck on sweltering Boeing plane: travelers
American Airlines passengers aboard a flight departing Miami for Costa Rica say the cabin of a Boeing was hot on the tarmac for more than an hour.
American Airlines pilots union sees 'significant spike' in safety-related issues
The American Airlines pilots union warned in a letter on Saturday that it has been tracking a "significant spike" in safety- and maintenance-related problems.
Senate panel demands answers about airline fees as investigation intensifies
The U.S. Senate's Permanent Subcommittee on Investigations is demanding responses from airlines to questions regarding billions of dollars in annual airline fees by April.
Alaska Airlines windshield cracks while landing in latest in-flight incident for Boeing
An Alaska Airlines Boeing 737 jet suffered a cracked windshield while landing in Oregon on Sunday, the latest in a string of incidents involving aircraft belonging to the company.
Veteran pilot flies Boeing 737 Max with ‘concern’ after latest incidents
While American Airlines Captain Dennis Tajer doesn't fly with fear, he does have concern when getting into the cockpit given the issues Boeing continues to have.
Boeing plane forced to make emergency landing at LAX after possible mechanical issue
An American Airlines flight was forced to make an emergency landing after the Boeing 777 plane suffered a possible mechanical issue, the airline said in a statement.
American Airlines plane turns back around to airport mid-flight due to cargo door concern
An American Airlines flight headed from North Carolina to Texas Monday morning had to be turned around due to a possible mechanical issue.
American Airlines orders 260 new planes, including Boeing Max jets
American Airlines is upping its fleet with 260 planes to boost its domestic and short-haul international network and ramp up its first-class offering,
Cracked windshield forces American Airlines flight to divert to Boston's Logan Airport: authorities
An American Airlines flight landed safely a Logan Airport in Boston after the plane was diverted over a crack in its windshield, authorities said.
American Airlines raises checked luggage fees
Many people flying with American Airlines will have to fork over more money to check their bags due to fee increases rolled out Tuesday by the company.
Woman walked though unmanned checkpoint, took American Airlines flight without ticket: report
An unidentified woman reportedly walked through an unmanned area of a security checkpoint without an ID or boarding pass, successfully traveling from Nashville to Los Angeles.
American Airlines lays off 656 employees as carrier reorganizes customer support team
American Airlines is the latest in a string of companies that are cutting jobs in 2024. More than 650 roles will be impacted at the Texas-based carrier.