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Routes

United to Begin Non-Stop Service to Alaska from Los Angeles

October 12, 2019 Albert Kuan

United announced it will be launching a new non-stop seasonal summer service to Ted Stevens Anchorage Airport from its west-coast LAX hub using its Boeing 737-800 jet. Flights are scheduled to begin June 18, 2020,

Routes

American Relaunches Boston Services, Increases Europe/South America Frequencies

September 30, 2019 Jose Antonio Payet

American Airlines’ 30th anniversary of serving Latin America came with an unexpected move, as its long-time oneworld alliance partner LATAM Airlines Group announced it would be cutting ties in favor of pursuing a strategic partnership

Airports

Japan Assigns 50 New International Daytime Slots at Tokyo Haneda

September 16, 2019 Vanni Gibertini

Japanese authorities have allocated 50 new daytime slot pairs at Tokyo Haneda Airport to nine countries for the 2020 IATA Summer season which begins on March 29, 2020. The pairs have been equally distributed between

Planes

Spending the Day with American Airlines in Roswell, N.M.

September 5, 2019 Joe Pesek

It comes as no surprise to many that American Airlines has opted to retire its MD-80 fleet. As the ‘Mad Dogs’ climbed higher in age and were no longer fuel-efficient compared to newer entrants, it

Opinions

Opinion: Why I Will Dearly Miss American’s ‘Super 80s’

September 3, 2019 Ryan Ewing

Call me dramatic, perhaps a bit over-emotional, or nostalgic, but I am indeed in love with American’s long-time workhorse MD-80 fleet. While other airlines, including Delta, will continue to operate the type after American retires

Routes

American Adds Summer 2020 Alaska, Montana Routes

August 29, 2019 Mateen Kontoravdis

In preparation for another busy summer next year, American Airlines is expanding its domestic offerings in two states known for their outdoor adventures. The news comes just weeks after the airline announced an increased presence

Airlines

American Unlocks New Route Options with Cathay Dragon Codeshare Agreement

July 11, 2019 João Machado

American Airlines has announced the signing of a codeshare agreement with Hong Kong-based Cathay Dragon, a Oneworld alliance partner. The agreement adds four new destinations to American’s network while increasing existing service to three other

News

The Implications of Alaska’s Newly-Inked Agreement with Air Italy

June 18, 2019 Vanni Gibertini

In a development that is likely to stir some controversy in the U.S. airline business, Italian carrier Air Italy signed a Special Prorate Agreement with Seattle-based Alaska Airlines adding ten more destinations in the United

Planes

From a Cessna 172 to a Boeing 737: Trying My Hand at Flying a Jet As a Student Pilot

May 3, 2019 Jordan Green

When boarding a plane, one can usually spot out the aviation enthusiasts quite easily as they’ll often peek in the cockpit before heading to their seat for even just a slight glimpse at the controls

Routes

Jamaica Sees Big Increase in Summer Flights

April 28, 2019 Connor Sadler

The Caribbean island of Jamaica is set to welcome more travellers this summer as 8.4 percent more air seats are bound for the destination, over 1.4 million in total. United States Jamaica’s primary source market

Routes

American to Add New Frequency Between Miami and St. Lucia

April 28, 2019 Albert Kuan

American is resuming its second daily non-stop flight from its Miami hub to Saint Lucia’s Hewanorra International Airport (UVF) for the upcoming summer travel season. The additional service will be seasonally-operated and complements American’s current

News

The Grounding of Boeing’s MAX Costs American Millions

April 27, 2019 Daniel Morley

The grounding of the Boeing 737 MAX by the Federal Aviation Administration will come at an estimated cost of $350 million to American Airlines, as reported by the airline during an updated profit forecast for

Planes

American’s MD-80 Retirement Not Affected By Boeing 737 MAX Grounding

April 26, 2019 Mateen Kontoravdis

American Airlines was forced to ground its fleet of 24 Boeing 737 MAX 8 aircraft on March 13, 2019, in an effort to comply with an FAA order that came in the wake of the

Routes

American Adds New South America Connection from New York

April 18, 2019 Mateen Kontoravdis

Fort Worth-based American Airlines announced a new connection to Georgetown, Guyana on Thursday from its hub at New York’s John F. Kennedy International Airport. The new flight will add to the carrier’s current flights to

Routes

American Airlines to Add New Nonstop Service to Louisville

February 19, 2019 Albert Kuan

American Airlines is bringing a new daily nonstop flight to Louisville International Airport (SDF) in Kentucky from its Los Angeles (LAX) hub beginning April 2, 2019. The new service will be catered to business travelers

Planes

From Burg to Burgh: Why Did American’s First A321neo Go to Pittsburgh?

February 2, 2019 Thomas Pallini

The newest member of the family for American Airlines has arrived as Airbus delivered the airline’s first Airbus A321neo, the next generation version of the Airbus A321, on Friday. Following the official handoff, taking place

News

American Changes Schedule for Initial A321neo Routes

January 24, 2019 Thomas Pallini

American Airlines has quietly changed the launch of its Airbus A321neo aircraft, previously scheduled to join the fleet on April 2 flying between Phoenix, Los Angeles and Orlando. The carrier confirmed to AirlineGeeks that the

Planes

American’s First Airbus A321neo Spotted in Hamburg

January 10, 2019 Thomas Pallini

American Airlines’ first Airbus A321neo was spotted fully painted in the airline’s colors at Airbus’ production facility in Hamburg. The aircraft is slated to be delivered to American in the next few weeks before joining

Photos

Destination Orlando: Snowball Express Enters 13th Year with Trip to Disney

December 9, 2018 Thomas Pallini

American Airlines conducted a nationwide airlift on Saturday as it flew 12 aircraft from every corner of the country on a special mission, bringing Gold Star Families to Walt Disney World in Orlando. As part

Airlines

China Southern and American Announce Partnership Following SkyTeam Exit

November 29, 2018 James Dinsdale

A new partnership between China Southern Airlines and American Airlines has been announced with a ‘significant’ expansion of codeshare cooperation and the launch of reciprocal frequent flyer benefits and lounge access. From early 2019, members

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American Airlines

United to Begin Non-Stop Service to Alaska from Los Angeles

American Relaunches Boston Services, Increases Europe/South America Frequencies

Japan Assigns 50 New International Daytime Slots at Tokyo Haneda

Spending the Day with American Airlines in Roswell, N.M.

Opinion: Why I Will Dearly Miss American’s ‘Super 80s’

American Adds Summer 2020 Alaska, Montana Routes

American Unlocks New Route Options with Cathay Dragon Codeshare Agreement

The Implications of Alaska’s Newly-Inked Agreement with Air Italy

From a Cessna 172 to a Boeing 737: Trying My Hand at Flying a Jet As a Student Pilot

Jamaica Sees Big Increase in Summer Flights

American to Add New Frequency Between Miami and St. Lucia

The Grounding of Boeing’s MAX Costs American Millions

American’s MD-80 Retirement Not Affected By Boeing 737 MAX Grounding

American Adds New South America Connection from New York

American Airlines to Add New Nonstop Service to Louisville

From Burg to Burgh: Why Did American’s First A321neo Go to Pittsburgh?

American Changes Schedule for Initial A321neo Routes

American’s First Airbus A321neo Spotted in Hamburg

Destination Orlando: Snowball Express Enters 13th Year with Trip to Disney

China Southern and American Announce Partnership Following SkyTeam Exit

Onboard the Final Flight: Qantas Transfers Newly-Retired Boeing 747 to Rolls-Royce

Flybe Unveils New Brand: Virgin Connect

Qantas Reveals Special 100th Anniversary Boeing 787 Livery

Swiss to Ground A220 Fleet for Engine Inspections

Air India Expands Route Map Amid Difficulties