American Airlines News
American Airlines, Make-A-Wish® and Disney host Wish Flight
American Airlines, Make-A-Wish and Disney will grant the wishes of children battling critical illnesses in celebration of World Wish Month. On April 17, 28 wish families will board the Wish Flight and fly on a one-of-a-kind, chartered plane from Dallas-Fort Worth to Orlando, Florida, to fulfill their wishes to go to Walt Disney World Resort®.
American Airlines enhances inflight connectivity and entertainment
American continues to make its high-speed inflight Wi-Fi more accessible and easier to use, whether customers connect to work or browse the internet. From introducing a new way for AAdvantage® members to use their miles to consistently improving the inflight connectivity and entertainment experience, customers can look forward to making the most of their time onboard.
American Airlines orders 85 Boeing 737 MAX jets
Boeing and American Airlines have announced the carrier will further modernize its global fleet with its first order for the largest 737 MAX airplane. American is committing to 115 of the 737-10 model, which includes a new order for 85 jets and a conversion of a previous order for 30 of the smaller 737-8 variant. The airline is also announcing options to purchase 75 additional 737-10 jets in the future.
AMERICAN AIRLINES LAUNCHES NONSTOP FLIGHTS TO ELEUTHERA FROM MIAMI
The Ministry of Tourism, Investments & Aviation is excited to celebrate the introduction of American Airlines’ twice-weekly nonstop service between Miami and Governor’s Harbour, Eleuthera commencing on February 3. This strategic addition further enhances efforts to bolster airlift connectivity across our 16 enchanting islands.
Bound for Brisbane: American Airlines to fly Down Under next winter
American Airlines will launch new service to Brisbane, Australia (BNE), in October with its newly designed Boeing 787-9 aircraft outfitted with Flagship Suite® seats
American Airlines produces industry-leading performance during the winter holiday travel period
American Airlines has delivered another strong operational performance for its customers during the winter holiday travel period, canceling the fewest flights among the major carriers while operating significantly more on-time flights than last year’s holiday period.
American Airlines debuts record schedule for Cancun
American Airlines is ready to help customers escape winter weather with more flights than any other U.S. carrier to the white sand beaches, impressive archaeological sites and vibrant culture of Cancun, Mexico (CUN). With 40 peak-day flights this winter, American provides plenty of options for customers to take in all that Cancun and the Riviera Maya has to offer this winter.
American plans expansion of high-speed Wi-Fi to nearly 500 regional aircraft
American currently makes high-speed connectivity available on 900 aircraft across its fleet – the most in the industry. Beginning in 2024, the carrier intends to continue that lead by bringing the availability of high-speed internet connectivity to nearly 500 dual-class regional aircraft.
Aer Lingus and American Airlines further expand codeshare offering customers more choice on travel t
Aer Lingus has today further expanded its codeshare agreement with American Airlines, to allow customers to book more transatlantic flights via both airlines’ websites.
American Airlines introduces AAdvantage Business
American Airlines introduces AAdvantage Business, a simple and rewarding program for businesses and their travelers
Tourism Minister Welcomes New American Airlines Service to Ian Fleming Intl. Airport
Tourism Minister, Hon. Edmund Bartlett, has welcomed the announcement by American Airlines that it will be commencing a new service to the Ian Fleming International Airport (OCJ) in Boscobel, St. Mary on February 24, 2024.
American Airlines customers donate more than $1 million to American Red Cross for Maui wildfires
American Airlines continues to support evacuation and relief efforts following the devastating wildfires on Maui, Hawaii, earlier this month. In addition to providing lift off the island and flexibility to customers, American is supporting relief efforts by offering American Airlines AAdvantage® bonus miles to customers who donate to the American Red Cross.