American

The carrier will end several domestic and international services in 2027 as it moderates planned summer growth.

14 communities received federal funding to pursue new routes, restore discontinued flights, or support existing service.

The carrier is replacing its international and transcontinental first-class product with new Flagship Suites.

The newly retrofitted Boeing 777-300ER features 70 Flagship Suites and 44 premium economy seats as the carrier prepares to retire international first class.

The airline had expected to announce as many as 13 new long-haul routes.

The carrier’s systemwide on-time rate climbed sharply in the second quarter, but its busiest hub improved only slightly and stayed near the bottom of the national rankings.

The carrier says it is “actively engaging” with Airbus and Boeing.

The route will end in August after just over two years of service.

Scott Kirby defended his vision of a massive combined airline that would create “millions” of jobs and make the U.S. more competitive globally.

Flights are slated to end in May.