Tag: American Airlines
American Airlines Announces, Then Lifts, Ground Stop
American Airlines was grounded early on what is arguably the biggest travel day of the year, though was back in the air with minimal delays.
American Airlines’ New System Made to Catch Early Boarding Sneaks
Passengers who try to board American Airlines flights before their group is called may soon be loudly rejected at the gate.
DOT Issues Landmark $50M Penalty Against American Airlines
Issuing a landmark penalty, DOT found that American Airlines failed to provide proper wheelchair assistance and mishandled passengers’ wheelchairs.
Florida Under Threat as Helene Approaches
Hurricane Helene rapidly intensified Wednesday as it tracks toward Florida and is expected to make landfall Thursday.
Court Blocks Protections for Air Travelers Opposed by Airlines
Consumer protection from so-called “junk fees” tacked onto the end of airline ticket transactions and other purchases is on the table.
American Airlines Flight Attendants Picket, Prepare to Strike
Flight attendants saying they are the only employees of Dallas-based American Airlines that have gone five years without a pay increase.
Multiple Airlines Raise Baggage Fees
American Airlines increases baggage fees for the first time in five years, offering discounts for passengers who pay in advance.
Comfort-seeking Air Travelers Drive Demand for Premium-class Seats
Airlines are adding more “premium-class” type seats in response to surging demand from travelers willing to pay more for comfort on flights.
Excruciating Heat Causing Delays in Flight Operations
Historically high temperatures take a toll on flight operations—and this summer is the perfect example.
Airlines Drop Change Fees
First United Airlines announced it was eliminating domestic change fees then Delta Air Lines and American Airlines followed suit.
Airlines Ban Alcohol
Due to the COVID-19 pandemic, most airlines are banning alcohol for now as part of their new health and safety protocols.
U.S. Airlines and Face Masks
The seven airlines that are part of the trade group Airlines for America are increasing the enforcement of its mandatory face masks policies and those passengers who do not abide may have their flying privileges revoked.
Which Airlines Require Masks?
Following Jet Blue's announcement as the first of the major airlines to require masks for passengers and crew, the Association of Flight Attendants this week put out a statement urging that this become a mandate across all carriers.
Boeing 737 Max Groundings Adversely Impacting Airline Industry
Airlines feeling impact of Boeing 737 Max groundings.
