American Airlines Revives Trading Cards for 2026 Centennial
American Airlines is reviving pilot trading cards with a retro series for its 2026 centennial, planning to print over 7 million for summer travelers.
Apr 20, 20264 min
Airlines
American Airlines Rejects United's 2026 Merger Proposal Amid Antitrust Scrutiny
American Airlines has rejected a merger proposal from United Airlines, citing negative impacts on competition amid rising bipartisan antitrust concerns.
Apr 20, 20265 min
Business
American Airlines Leads North American Visitor Growth in Curaçao
American Airlines led passenger traffic to Curaçao in March, carrying over 13,000 visitors and signaling a major shift toward the North American market.
Apr 20, 20264 min
Airlines
American Airlines' New Scheduling App Sparks Senior Pilot Revolt
American Airlines' new scheduling app, which bypasses seniority, has angered senior pilots, fueling a movement to overthrow their union leadership.
Apr 19, 20265 min
Business
American Airlines A319 Avoids Truck Collision at Charlotte Airport
An American Airlines pilot averted a ground collision by braking to avoid a truck at Charlotte, intensifying safety concerns after a recent fatal LGA...
Apr 17, 20264 min
Safety
FAA Orders Flight Reductions at Chicago O'Hare for Summer 2026
The FAA has ordered a 12% flight reduction at Chicago's O'Hare (ORD) for summer 2026, citing ATC staffing shortages and planned runway construction.
Apr 17, 20264 min
Regulatory
United Airlines CEO Floats Merger with American Airlines
United Airlines' CEO reportedly floated a merger with American Airlines, a proposal facing major regulatory hurdles that would create the world's...
Apr 15, 20264 min
Business
American Airlines Adopts iOS 26 Enhanced Wallet Boarding Passes
American Airlines now supports iOS 26's enhanced Wallet boarding passes, adding native Apple Maps integration, destination guides, and luggage tracking.
Apr 14, 20265 min
Technology
American Airlines Faces $255K FAA Fine Over Testing Violations
The FAA proposed a $255,000 fine against American Airlines for allegedly letting 12 flight attendants resume duties without required drug testing.
Apr 14, 20264 min
Regulatory
Air Astana Launches Shanghai Route; IATA Reports Low-Volume Cuts
Air Astana launched a new Almaty-Shanghai route as an IATA report reveals 6,500 low-volume routes were cut globally in 2025, impacting connectivity.
Apr 13, 20265 min
Airlines
Major US Airlines Raise Checked Bag Fees in April 2026
Major US airlines, including American and Delta, are raising checked bag fees to offset soaring fuel costs and leverage tax exemptions on ancillary...
Apr 10, 20264 min
Business
American Airlines to Resume Venezuela Flights from Miami by April 30, 2026
American Airlines plans to resume daily flights from Miami to Caracas by April 30, 2026, becoming the first U.S. carrier to return since the 2019 ban.
Apr 10, 20265 min
Airlines
American Airlines Raises Bag Fees, Targets Basic Economy Passengers
American Airlines raised checked bag fees, with higher costs for basic economy tickets, to offset a sharp increase in jet fuel prices.
Apr 10, 20264 min
Business
Expensify Integrates with American Airlines for Automated Receipt Sync
Expensify now automatically syncs AAdvantage Business flight receipts for American Airlines, streamlining expense reporting for corporate travelers.
Apr 9, 20264 min
Business
SABA Selects Infinium's Project Atlas for eSAF Certificates
SABA selected Infinium's Project Atlas to supply eSAF certificates, with American Airlines as the end-user for fuel targeting a 95% carbon reduction.
Apr 9, 20264 min
Environmental
American Airlines Faces $255K FAA Penalty for Drug Testing Lapses
American Airlines faces a proposed $255,000 FAA penalty for allowing 12 flight attendants to work after positive drug tests without follow-up testing.
Apr 9, 20264 min
Regulatory
American Airlines Flight Diverts to LAX After Suspected Blown Tire
An American Airlines flight diverted to Los Angeles International Airport after takeoff due to a suspected blown tire, prompting an immediate emergency...
Apr 8, 20264 min
Safety
American Airlines Flight Diverted to Detroit After False Bomb Threat
American Airlines Flight 2819 diverted to Detroit after a passenger made a false bomb threat, leading to a federal charge and flight cancellation.
Apr 3, 20264 min
Safety
American Airlines Debuts FIFA 2026 Livery Amid Soaring Ticket Prices
American Airlines unveiled its FIFA World Cup 2026-themed aircraft as it prepares to transport 1.2 million fans amid record-high ticket prices.
Apr 3, 20265 min
Business
American 737 Diverts to Detroit After Passenger Makes Bomb Threat
American Airlines Flight 2819 diverted to Detroit after a passenger made a bomb threat, triggering a major FBI response and a seven-hour flight delay.
Mar 31, 20264 min
Safety