Vaccination mandate: These businesses penalize unvaccinated employees
Some employees returning to work are being penalized or are receiving separate benefits depending on whether or not they are vaccinated against the coronavirus.
American Airlines removes family from flight for unmasked toddler
After deplaning, American said the passengers were rebooked on the next flight to Colorado Springs, Colorado.
Airlines say rise in COVID-19 cases is hurting ticket sales
Several leading U.S. airlines warned Thursday that the rise in COVID-19 cases due to the delta variant is hurting their bookings and further delaying a recovery for the travel industry.
American Airlines pilots' union to strike over fatigue, overscheduling
The labor union representing American Airlines pilots said it will begin informational picketing in coming weeks at the carrier's major hubs to protest their work schedule, fatigue, and lack of adequate accommodation over the summer.
American Airlines ends coronavirus pandemic leave for unvaccinated employees
The Texas-based carrier informed employees of the new policy after the U.S. Food and Drug Administration gave full approval to Pfizer’s COVID-19 vaccine.
Ida's aftermath: Power restored to Eastern New Orleans, commercial flights canceled for second day
Power was restored for some customers in Eastern New Orleans on Wednesday as residents struggled to find food and clean drinking water amidst sweltering heat.
Hurricane Ida prompts Southwest, American, Delta airlines to suspend operations, issue travel warnings
Major U.S. carriers issued travel waivers ahead of Hurricane Ida to help droves of customers who will be impacted by flight delays and cancelations.
Olivia Culpo seemingly gives her business to American Airlines after dog fiasco with JetBlue
Olivia Culpo is seemingly giving her business to American Airlines after a recent disastrous situation with JetBlue.
American, Southwest airlines begin Afghanistan evacuation efforts Monday
American and Southwest airlines kicked off efforts Monday to help the U.S.-led effort to evacuate Americans, at-risk Afghans and others from Afghanistan.
Tropical Storm Henri cancels more than 800 flights from Northeast airports
Tropical Storm Henri has forced the cancellation of around 850 flights departing from and arriving at airports in the Northeast, as it made landfall in Rhode Island Sunday.
Pentagon compels commercial airlines to help with Afghanistan evacuation
The Department of Defense will compel commercial airlines to help with the evacuation of Afghans and U.S. personnel from Afghanistan.
American Airlines extends suspension of main cabin alcohol sales until 2022
American Airlines will extend its suspension of in-flight alcohol sales to main cabin passengers through at least Jan. 18.
Three major US airlines say they will not force employees to be vaccinated
Three major U.S. airlines announced they will not require current employees to be vaccinated against the coronavirus bucking a precedent set by United Airlines who recently said they would require the shot for their employees.
American Airlines sues online publisher, host over fake website
Unknown parties misused American's trademarks and copyrights to trick consumers into believing americanairlines.joomla.com was the real website for the airline's cargo services.
American Airlines takes different approach to employee vaccine requirements
The airline is one of a growing list of companies incentivizing its employees to get vaccinated especially as concerns surrounding the delta variant of the coronavirus – which is fueling a surge of infections – grows.
Spirit Airlines cancels more than half of its flights Thursday
The travel disruptions started last weekend, leaving thousands of passengers stranded at airports to fend for themselves.
American Airlines blasted by pilots, flight attendants unions for transportation delays, lack of hotel rooms
Unions representing American Airlines flight attendants and pilots have filed a grievance with the air carrier, claiming it has failed to provide crews with adequate transportation and hotel accommodations in between layovers, violating its collective bargaining agreement.
American Airlines warns of jet fuel shortages nationwide
American Airlines has sounded the alarm that further fuel shortages are expected across the country, according to a report.
This airline holds top spot for third year in a row
Delta ranked the best airline from April 2020 to March 2021. These other airlines weren't far behind.
American Airlines planning to add more than 1,300 new pilots by end of 2022
American Airlines plans to hire on more than 1,300 by the end of 2022 as the airline sees an increased demand for travel following the worst of the coronavirus pandemic.