American Airlines News
American Airlines boosts capacity for CES 2020
American Airlines and Pacific joint business partner Japan Airlines are adding direct flights between Tokyo Narita and Las Vegas to support the high demand for CES 2020.
American Airlines signs Cathay Dragon codeshare deal
American Airlines has launched a codeshare agreement with Cathay Dragon, adding service to four new destinations and increased service to three existing markets in south-east Asia.
American Airlines prepares for final McDonnell Douglas MD-80 farewell
The MD-80, also known as the Super 80, was the workhorse of the airline’s fleet throughout the 1980s and beyond, providing customers and team members with heartfelt memories on adventures ranging from family holidays to key business trips.
American Airlines orders 50 A321XLR from Airbus
Continuing a strong week for Airbus, American Airlines has confirmed it will acquire 50 A321XLR aircraft, the new longer-range version of the A321neo. The deal was announced during the Paris Air Show in France.
American Airlines adds new routes to Dominican Republic
American Airlines has expanded its network footprint in the Dominican Republic, launching two new weekly connections to Santo Domingo from its hubs at Dallas/Fort Worth and Charlotte Douglas in the United States.
American Airlines further delays Boeing 737 Max return
American Airlines has confirmed it now expects the Boeing 737 Max to remain grounded until at least September 3rd. The FAA is currently working with manufacturer Boeing to certify software upgrades to the 737 Max following two fatal crashes in Indonesia and Ethiopia.
American Airlines moves closer to Qantas joint business partnership
American Airlines and Qantas have welcomed the United States department of transportation’s tentative approval of the carriers’ joint business.
American Airlines doubles St. Kitts service
American Airlines will fly a second weekly non-stop flight from New York’s John F. K International Airport to St. Kitts on Wednesdays, complementing the carrier’s existing non-stop Saturday service.
American unveils plans for new terminal at Dallas Fort Worth
Dallas Fort Worth International Airport and American Airlines have announced plans to develop a sixth terminal at the airport. The plans call for the airport to invest up to $3 to $3.5 billion in terminal improvements, including the construction of Terminal F and enhancements to Terminal C.
American Airlines to launch new route to Guyana
American Airlines is providing travellers with more access to Guyana. The airline will begin a direct service from John F. Kennedy International Airport in New York to Cheddi Jagan International Airport in Georgetown, Guyana, from December.
American Airlines to launch new daily Miami connection from Heathrow
At the same time, joint business partner British Airways is increasing its flight schedule from London to American’s 400-flight-a-day hub in Philadelphia.
American Airlines debuts first Airbus A321neo in Phoenix
American Airlines has started scheduled flights with the first of its 100 new Airbus A321neo aircraft. The first flight was American 682 from Phoenix to Orlando, Florida.