American Airlines News
Pilot Strikes Put Travel Plans at Risk Ahead of Busy Summer Travel Season
Several major U.S-based airlines, including United, Southwest, and American, are facing potential pilot strikes ahead of a busy summer travel season.
Steve Johnson Named Vice Chair and Chief Strategy Officer of American Airlines
American Airlines Group Inc. (NASDAQ: AAL) announced today that Stephen Johnson has been named Vice Chair and Chief Strategy Officer. In this expanded role, Johnson will lead and help shape American’s strategic efforts and initiatives across the enterprise and have responsibility for American Eagle and American Airlines Cargo.
Derek Kerr to Retire From American Airlines
American Airlines Group Inc. has announced that Derek Kerr, American’s Vice Chair, President of American Eagle and Strategic Advisor, will retire from the airline Sept. 30.
American Airlines AAdvantage Program Wins Best Elite Program for the 11th straight year
For the 11th consecutive year, the American Airlines AAdvantage® program was recognized as the Best Elite Program in the Americas during the 2023 Freddie Awards
A Focus on Sustainability at American Airlines
American Airlines is working to make its operations more sustainable with more-fuel efficient aircraft powered increasingly by low-carbon fuel and new technology.
American Airlines Donates $1.1 Million to the Cystic Fibrosis Foundation
Over the past 38 years, American has raised more than $45 million for the Cystic Fibrosis Foundation through the annual Celebrity Ski event.
British Airways and American Airlines Unveil Bridge Bar at JFK Airport Terminal 8
British Airways and American Airlines are further enhancing the newly renovated Terminal 8 at JFK airport with the unveiling of the first of its kind, Bridge Bar.
Snowball Express transports Gold Star Families to new holiday traditions
In partnership with the Gary Sinise Foundation, American Airlines to let good takes flight as Snowball Express returned.
Ford International Airport welcomes American Airlines service to New York’s LaGuardia Airport
Starting May 5, 2023, Gerald R. Ford International Airport will increase its connectivity to the Northeast with additional service to New York’s LaGuardia Airport (LGA) on American Airlines.
American Airlines to Offer AAdvantage Members More Rewards
American Airlines continues to evolve its AAdvantage® program to deliver more value for all members throughout their journey. Members will enjoy new benefits and earn rewards before, between, and beyond status levels.
The Northeast Alliance Adds 10 More Destinations, Providing More Choice and Service to Customers
American Airlines and JetBlue Airways are further increasing competition for travelers in the Northeast. The airlines announced they are adding a variety of new nonstop destinations from New York’s LaGuardia Airport (LGA), Newark Liberty International Airport (EWR) and Boston Logan International Airport (BOS) in 2023.
British Airways and American Airlines co-locate operations at newly renovated Terminal 8 at New York
American Airlines and British Airways are ready to welcome customers to the newly renovated Terminal 8 at New York’s John F. Kennedy International Airport.