American Airlines bets big on international travel with 7 new routes
New daily flights will connect major U.S. hubs with destinations across Europe and Asia beginning in spring 2027 as the carrier expands its global network.
American Airlines flight suffers 2 tire blowouts before takeoff, marking 5th tire report at Chicago O’Hare
American Airlines Flight 3280 was halted after two tires blew out while taxiing at Chicago O’Hare on Wednesday, the fifth reported tire incident there this month.
American Airlines makes major cabin upgrade as it battles for premium passengers
American Airlines is installing 4K seatback screens, Bluetooth connectivity, and USB-C charging across more than 800 narrowbody aircraft starting in 2028.
FAA scales back American Airlines nationwide ground stop after systemwide IT outage
A systemwide IT outage briefly forced the FAA to halt all American Airlines departures nationwide, disrupting travel as crews race to restore service.
American Airlines flight diverted after mystery odor reportedly sickens crew
The Rome-to-Philadelphia flight landed safely in Dublin after an oven was identified as the source of the reported odor, with several people medically evaluated.
American Airlines delay strands GOP lawmaker, causes 3 House members to miss votes
Rep. Max Miller blasted American Airlines over a prolonged flight delay that left three lawmakers unable to return to Washington in time for House votes.
American Airlines reportedly pauses 6 domestic routes amid fuel price pressure tied to Iran conflict
The airline says six domestic routes will be paused for two months as carriers face higher fuel costs linked to instability in the Middle East.
Trump Transportation Secretary Duffy announces relief for Spirit Airlines flyers, employees
Transportation Secretary Sean Duffy announced an immediate federal response to assist stranded passengers and displaced workers after Spirit Airlines shut down.
United Airlines drops merger pursuit with American, CEO Kirby details why
United CEO Scott Kirby says his vision for a merger with American Airlines would have added jobs and routes, but the rival declined to engage on a deal.
American Airlines CEO says merger with United would be 'bad for customers'
American Airlines CEO Robert Isom rejected a potential United Airlines merger as anti-competitive and bad for customers during an earnings call.
Bipartisan senators press United and American CEOs on reported merger of leading airlines
Sens. Elizabeth Warren and Mike Lee pressed United Airlines and American Airlines CEOs over a reported merger proposal, citing antitrust and consumer concerns.
United Airlines merger talk puts spotlight on American CEO's future, experts say
United Airlines CEO Scott Kirby's reported pitch to President Trump for a United-American merger intensifies pressure on American CEO Robert Isom, analysts said.
American Airlines joins wave of carriers hiking checked bag fees as jet fuel prices skyrocket
American Airlines is raising checked bag fees by $10 in response to surging jet fuel costs, joining Delta, Southwest and other carriers hiking baggage prices.
2K flights canceled in single day, turning major airport into virtual ghost town
Winter blizzards slam Upper Midwest, forcing airlines to cancel nearly 2,000 flights Sunday. Chicago O'Hare and Minneapolis airports hit hardest.
Transportation Secretary Duffy tells Schumer to 'get off the political bandwagon' amid DHS funding standoff
Transportation Secretary Sean Duffy calls for immediate Department of Homeland Security funding as political standoff affects airport operations.
American Airlines becomes first US carrier to restore Venezuela flights since 2019 shutdown
American Airlines becomes first U.S. carrier to resume Venezuela flights since 2019, offering Miami to Caracas and Maracaibo routes after DOT approval.
Airlines cancel flights, issue travel waivers over Middle East unrest
Middle East unrest disrupts global air travel as airlines cancel flights worldwide, leaving passengers stranded at airports following joint U.S. and Israel military action against Iran.
Possible bullet holes mysteriously appear on American Airlines plane after flight from Colombia
American Airlines jet discovered with possible bullet holes after Miami landing from Colombia. Aircraft grounded for investigation following inspection.
American Airlines pilots, flight attendants rebuke CEO's leadership
American Airlines flight attendants union issues historic no confidence vote against CEO Robert Isom, citing operational failures and lagging competition.
American Airlines plans to resume nonstop service to Venezuela
American Airlines announced plans Thursday to reinstate nonstop flights between the U.S. and Venezuela once it gets government approval.












