American Airlines News
American Airlines launches new Dublin route
American Airlines has announced a new service between Dublin and New York. The new service will commence in June 2013 and will be serviced by a Boeing 757.
American Airlines outlines significant route network upgrade
American Airlines has confirmed it will launch services to markets in Asia, Europe and Latin America, delivering the airline’s business plan and network strategy designed to offer customers more choices to new destinations. This new service enhances American’s network footprint and will provide more access and choice for customers in key international markets.
American Airlines in major recruitment drive
American Airlines has revealed plans to bring more than 1,500 new flight attendants onboard over the next year. American will begin the process of recruitment and hiring in November, with the first new-hire class beginning training in January 2013.
American Airlines introduces entree reservations
American Airlines is offering premium class customers the opportunity to review menu options and pre-select their desired meal prior to their flight’s departure. The carrier plans to expand the programme to all domestic flights by the first quarter of 2013 and to all international flights by the second quarter of 2013.
American Airlines begins cabin crew tablet roll out
Cabin crew at American Airlines are preparing to begin using the sleek, new Samsung Galaxy Note as part of the airline’s new tablet program designed to put invaluable customer data at their fingertips. “This is a huge step towards a new, modern American Airlines, as our tablet program is the first of its kind in the airline industry, where our flight attendants will have the most up-to-date customer information in the palms of their hands, allowing them to better serve our customers from boarding to deplaning,” said Lauri Curtis, American’s vice president – flight service.
Hijack scare halts US flights
Two aircraft were quarantined for 90 minutes at New York’s JFK airport yesterday after a telephone threat to the Port Authority.
American moves closer to US Airways deal with nondisclosure pact
US Airways and American Airlines parent AMR could be a step closer to a merger after the companies entered into a nondisclosure agreement. Under the terms of the agreement, both companies have agreed to exchange certain confidential information and to work in good faith to evaluate a potential combination, according to a memo from US Airways chief executive Doug Parker.
Federal judge finds in favour of American Airlines in antitrust case
A federal judge in the United States has denied a request by Orbitz Worldwide, Sabre Holdings and Travelport to have a lawsuit filed by American Airlines dismissed. The suit alleges accuses the companies of antitrust violations.
American Airlines celebrates 70 years of service to Mexico
American Airlines, A founding member of the oneworld® alliance, is proudly celebrating 70 years of service to Mexico. American began service between the United States and Mexico on Sept. 8, 1942, with a flight from Dallas to Monterrey, with continuing service to Mexico City.
American Airlines given approval for Iberia Express code-share
American Airlines and Iberia Express, a subsidiary of American’s joint business partner, Iberia, received approval from the United States department of transportation for a new code-share agreement. This agreement allows American to place its code on flights marketed by Iberia, and operated by Iberia Express, between its Madrid hub and 14 destinations throughout Europe.
American Airlines to boost flights to St Kitts
St. Kitts has announced American Airlines will add two non-stop flights to the destination beginning on November 16th, 2012, just in time to impact the peak winter 2012/2013 travel season. The two non-stop flights will operate from Miami on Fridays and Sundays, supplementing the carrier’s existing daily non-stop service from Miami and allowing for more connections from North American and international feeder markets.
American Airlines adds nonstop service between Miami and Roatan, Honduras
American Airlines announces it will offer nonstop service between Miami International Airport (MIA) and Juan Manuel Galvez International Airport (RTB) in Roatan, Honduras beginning Nov. 17. The new service will operate every Saturday using a Boeing 737 aircraft with 16 seats in Business Class and 144 seats in the Main Cabin.