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American, Delta, and Frontier Face Stiff Fines for Violating Consumer Protection Rules

July 24, 2017 AirlineGeeks.com Staff

Three major airlines in the U.S., American Airlines, Delta Air Lines, and Frontier Airlines, have agreed to each pay thousands of dollars for failing to follow airline consumer protection rules. Each airline was fined for

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Multiple Flights Cancelled Due To Heat In Phoenix

June 22, 2017 Akhil Dewan

With temperatures approaching record highs this week in Phoenix, Arizona, American Airlines has had to cancel more than 40 flights in and out of Phoenix Sky Harbor simply because the planes cannot take off. Over

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Smaller Seats or Higher Fares: A Heated Debate in the U.S.

May 29, 2017 Jace Moseley

Passenger comfort has slowly been on the decline for economy passengers in the United States. Much of this decline, however, is due to the passenger’s pockets and the fact that many standard travelers are looking

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American Airlines Purchases $200 Million Stake in China Southern

March 28, 2017 Parker Davis

American Airlines has become the second airline to buy a stake in a major Chinese carrier, by way of a $200 million share in Guangzhou-based China Southern Airlines. The cost represents a 2.76 percent stake

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U.S. Airlines Reducing Service to Cuba Due to Lower Demand Than Anticipated

March 15, 2017 Akhil Dewan

Effective on April 22, 2017, Silver Airways, a Fort Lauderdale-based regional carrier, will be ceasing its 22 daily flights to Cuba due to lower than anticipated demand and an inflation of the market. The decision

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The Big Three U.S. Carriers and Their 777 Seating Arrangements

March 8, 2017 Samuel Chen

Since United’s recent delivery of their new 777-300ER, the 777 has once again been put into the spotlight. While the variant first took flight in 2003, United has brought it back anew. Back in 1995,

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Opinion: Is Basic Economy Worth the Savings?

January 22, 2017 Matthew Garcia

Given the recent announcement of multiple airlines’ basic economy fares, is saving a few bucks really worth losing numerous travel benefits from a passenger’s perspective? In 2014 alone, the three largest airlines made close to

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What Does the Future Look Like for Inflight Dining on US Airlines?

December 12, 2016 Parker Davis

The time American Airlines saved $40,000 by cutting one olive from each first class salad has become a true legend of the U.S. airline industry. Northwest Airlines also saved $500,000 by cutting each lime into 16

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The Big Four US Airlines: An Analysis of Their Commercials

December 8, 2016 Samuel Chen

In today’s ever connected and increasingly technologically dependent age, airlines are exploring new ways of attracting frequent flyers as well as new customers. The four largest US airlines have been very active in their television

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Opinion: Did US Airlines Jump Into The Cuba Market Too Quickly?

December 5, 2016 Parker Davis

American Airlines announced Thursday they would be cutting three of their Miami to Cuba frequencies on Feb. 16, 2017. The announcement of these cuts comes just days after the airline announced they would be cutting

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Merger Mishap: The TWA – American Merger 15 Years Later

December 1, 2016 Ian McMurtry

December 1, 2001 was the last official day of operation for one of America’s most historic carriers, Trans World Airlines. After years of mixed results, ranging from the buildup of a European network to numerous

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Cold Bay, Alaska Welcomes American Airlines Team With Open Arms

November 18, 2016 Parker Davis

On Oct. 12, American Airlines flight 288 from Shanghai to Chicago O’Hare was in the final half of its journey across the Pacific. When the pilots of the Boeing 787-8 aircraft noticed a light indicating

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Safety Videos: The Big Three US Carriers And Their Attempt to Catch Passengers’ Attention

October 6, 2016 Samuel Chen

The purpose of safety videos are to inform the passengers what to do in case of an emergency. Recently, several airlines have begun to make an effort to make their safety videos more memorable. Some videos

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First Look: Inside American’s 787-9 Dreamliner

October 2, 2016 Parker Davis

The first Boeing 787-9 was rolled out of the factory back in 2013. In August of the following year, the variant entered commercial service with All Nippon Airways. In 2014, United Airlines became the first

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Ready For The Runway: American’s New Uniforms Take Off

September 20, 2016 Parker Davis

Today, American Airlines’ more than 70,000 employees will be wearing the company’s new uniforms. The new clothing, another step in unifying the brands of American and US Airways, has been a work in progress since

Fresh from Charleston: American Takes Delivery of Their First 787-9 Dreamliner

September 15, 2016 Ryan Ewing

In reflection of their fleet modernization efforts, American has taken delivery of their first 787-9 Dreamliner. The extended Dreamliner variant was delivered to the airline on Tuesday from Boeing’s manufacturing facility in Charleston, South Carolina.

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American Outlines Major Changes to Route Network

September 8, 2016 AirlineGeeks.com Staff

On Thursday, American Airlines released a revised schedule featuring new routes, station closures, and route cancellations. These changes reflect the airline’s modernization and growth efforts. In an internal statement, American announced five new routes from

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American and Republic Reach Business Saving Agreement

September 7, 2016 Matthew Garcia

American Airlines and Republic Airways are now partnered for the long term. On September 2nd, the two companies filed for an approval by the United States Bankruptcy Court in New York. The agreement came at

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American and United Appoint New Presidents

August 29, 2016 James Field

There has been an interesting shakeup in the airline executive world this afternoon as American Airlines and United Airlines both name new company presidents. American’s New President American announced Robert Isom as their new President

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Inflight WiFi: The Competition for High Speed at High Altitudes

June 4, 2016 Shane Piper

The ability to stay connected while traveling is now a top priority for the airlines. Companies such as Gogo have been providing inflight internet service since 2008, starting with American Airlines and have expanded to

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American, Delta, and Frontier Face Stiff Fines for Violating Consumer Protection Rules

Multiple Flights Cancelled Due To Heat In Phoenix

Smaller Seats or Higher Fares: A Heated Debate in the U.S.

American Airlines Purchases $200 Million Stake in China Southern

U.S. Airlines Reducing Service to Cuba Due to Lower Demand Than Anticipated

The Big Three U.S. Carriers and Their 777 Seating Arrangements

Opinion: Is Basic Economy Worth the Savings?

What Does the Future Look Like for Inflight Dining on US Airlines?

The Big Four US Airlines: An Analysis of Their Commercials

Opinion: Did US Airlines Jump Into The Cuba Market Too Quickly?

Merger Mishap: The TWA – American Merger 15 Years Later

Cold Bay, Alaska Welcomes American Airlines Team With Open Arms

Safety Videos: The Big Three US Carriers And Their Attempt to Catch Passengers’ Attention

First Look: Inside American’s 787-9 Dreamliner

Ready For The Runway: American’s New Uniforms Take Off

Fresh from Charleston: American Takes Delivery of Their First 787-9 Dreamliner

American Outlines Major Changes to Route Network

American and Republic Reach Business Saving Agreement

American and United Appoint New Presidents

Inflight WiFi: The Competition for High Speed at High Altitudes

Delta’s Refurbished 777 is a Win For Passengers

Opinion: Airlines are Failing to Properly Utilize Big Data

WestJet Encore Celebrates its Five-Year Anniversary

Unlikely Allies Join Forces to Demand Action on European ATC Strikes

Norwegian Announces First Entry into Canada