American Airlines celebrates 40 years of service
On May 19, 1982, American Airlines flight 50 departed Dallas/Fort Worth (DFW) for London's Gatwick Airport (LGW), marking the beginning of the airline’s operation in the U.K.’s capital.
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Spirit Airlines turns down JetBlue offer, favors Frontier
Spirit Airlines turns down JetBlue offer, favors Frontier -
In April, Spirit Airlines’ Board of Directors said that after speaking with financial and legal advisers, it believed…
American Airlines Suspends Sydney Flights
American Airlines has confirmed it will suspend flights from LA-Sydney from 5 May, in light of ongoing delivery delays on its fleet of Boeing 787 Dreamliners.
American Airlines and British Airways to unveil joint operations at JFK’s Terminal 8
American Airlines and British Airways announced more details regarding plans to co-locate operations at John F. Kennedy International Airport’s (JFK) Terminal 8 beginning December 1, 2022
American Airlines announced Huge Losses For 2021
American Airlines has reported a $5.4 billion financial deficit for 2021.
Flight Returns To Miami After Passenger Refuses To Wear Mask
A passenger on an American Airlines aircraft to London refused to comply with the U.S federal mandate to wear a face mask. The flight was diverted back to Miami.
American Airlines Will Cuts A Number Of International Flights
Due to delays in the Boeing 787 Dreamliner aircraft delivery, American Airlines is reducing its international flight schedule for next summer.
American cancels 1400 flight due to short staff and poor weather
American Airlines announced on Saturday that it had cancelled over 1,400 flights over the weekend due to crew shortages and adverse weather.
American CEO explains why his airline is not requiring vaccinations
In the wake of United Airlines announcing new policies for mandatory COVID-19 vaccinations of employees, American Airlines CEO Doug Parker said there’s a simple reason why he’s not requiring…
American Airlines cancels 300 flights, most due to pilot shortage
American Airlines had to cancel nearly 300 flights only by early last week, mostly due to a lack of pilots, the Associated Press reported.
US Airlines say COVID-19 variants aren’t hurting bookings
Rising concern about the fast-spreading delta variant of COVID-19 is creating turbulence for the stocks of big travel companies.
American Airlines suspends fights to Australia
American Airlines is pulling out of Australia after the federal government again cut the cap on air arrivals into the country.
Pax feared for lives during American Airlines security incident
Passengers aboard an American Airlines flight to Miami experienced a bizarre security incident on Thursday night with passengers admitting they were scared for their lives after an…
Woman gets duct-taped to seat after trying to open door in-flight
Flight attendants onboard an American Airlines flight are facing criticism for their unusual method of dealing with an unruly passenger after a video emerged of them duct-taping a woman to…
US airline reclaims title as world’s largest airline
American Airlines has taken the pandemic as an opportunity to re-emerge as the world's largest airline, a title it has traded back and forth with competitors during the last few years as…
Flight attendant berates passengers who made job a ‘living hell’
At one point, a 22-year-old male passenger calls a female flight attendant "a fat gorilla" and hurls a vulgarity at her.
American Airlines cancels flights due to shortage of staff
American Airlines cancelled more than 200 flights over the weekend due to staffing shortages and expects to cut more daily through July.
A woman assaults flight attendant as did not pick up her trash
A passenger onboard an American Airlines flight from Miami to New York JFK had to be restrained and was arrested on arrival on Sunday after allegedly attacking and assaulting a flight…
American Airlines recalls flight attendants as demand increases
American Airlines will start recalling flight attendants who took extended voluntary leaves of absence in preparation for a busy summer season the airline said on Thursday.
The airline industry’s recovery still has long way to go
Recent trends show the industry is beginning to recover from the pandemic particularly in the US where the vaccination has been very aggressive without delays.
Thousands of American Airlines Employees Could be Laid Off
American Airlines warned employees last Wednesday of possible layoffs in April.
American Airlines aims to open international markets with preflight COVID-19 testing
American Airlines is collaborating with several foreign governments to begin offering preflight COVID-19 testing for customers traveling to international destinations, starting with Jamaica…
After United, Delta and American also axe change fees
American and Delta airlines have followed United in taking out change fees on domestic routes, with the exception of economy fares.
American Airlines axes 19,000 jobs, other US carriers follow suit
American Airlines‘ corporate office announced today that the carrier is planning to eliminate over 40,000 jobs this year. 19,000 of those 40,000 jobs will be furloughs and layoffs in…
World’s five largest airlines lost over USD 40 billion since January amid COVID-19
The world’s largest airline companies are witnessing staggering losses in their market capitalisation
Warren Buffett dumps airlines shares despite pent-up demand for air travel
Warren Buffett, the legendary investor from Nebraska, has announced that he sold his stakes in four major US airlines.
American Airlines reconciles with Qatar Airways
American Airlines has renewed its codeshare agreement with Qatar Airways, a fellow member of the oneworld alliance. The move comes just over two years after the pair very publicly fell…
Bengaluru-Seattle direct flight to begin this October
American Airlines has announced daily non-stop flight between Bengaluru and Seattle in the US from October 2020. This would be the first non-stop flight between Bengaluru and the US.…
World’s most punctual airlines revealed
The results of OAG Punctuality League 2020 have revealed a comprehensive ranking of the world’s largest airlines and airports for on-time performance (OTP).
Garuda Indonesia takes the…
American unveils two new routes to St Thomas
American Airlines has launched new winter service to St. Thomas, US Virgin Islands with the arrival of flights from Chicago O'Hare International Airport and Dallas-Fort Worth…
GBTA announces new board members
The Global Business Travel Association (GBTA)—the voice of the global business travel industry, announced two new members have joined GBTA’s WINiT strategic advisory board - Alison…
United eyes January return for 737 Max
United Airlines has become the latest carrier to predict an early 2020 return for the grounded 737 Max aircraft as regulators continue to work on software fixes over an issue that is…
End of an era: American Airlines retires MD-80
American Airlines retired its final McDonnel Douglas MD-80 aircraft on 4 September, ending a 36-year run operating a plane affectionately called the Super 80. American’s final scheduled…
China Southern and American Airlines in lounge-sharing deal
China Southern Airlines has launched a programme of airport lounge-sharing with American Airlines starting from August. Both carriers will provide their self-managed lounges to the other…
American Airlines announces new Jamaica service
American Airlines continues to strengthen its presence in Jamaica with the launch of new service between Sangster International Airport in Montego Bay (MBJ) and John F. Kennedy…
Berlin is now one long-haul flight richer
The German capital has now got a new long-haul connection. American Airlines is connecting Berlin with Philadelphia with a non-stop flight. This makes the capital region even easier for…
US airlines experience brief ticketing outage
At least three major US airlines were hit with systemwide ticketing outages on Monday as technology provider shut down ticketing and check-in online and at airport kiosks.
Aviation round up: BA takes the ‘sky road’, Spain gets facial tech and more
Aviation round returns this week with a special Gaelic tinged celebration from British Airways, Spain entry into the high tech world of facial technology and maybe, just maybe one or two new…
Top of the class: The most reliable airlines for 2019
As the new year fades and people start to think about planning this year’s holidays, the recent crop of airlines delaying and cancelling flights has made picking the right carrier more…
British Airways, American Airlines invests USD 344m in JFK
British Airways and American Airlines will invest USD 344 million in the makeover of New York’s John F Kennedy International Airport (JFK).
JAL adds muscle to network in the The Last Frontier
Japan Airlines has announced it will be open sales on additional codeshare routes with Alaska Airlines.
American Airlines to launch nonstop service from London to Phoenix
American Airlines has announced it is launching a new daily nonstop flight between London and Phoenix, Arizona, beginning 31 March 2019.
American Airlines puts faith in Barbados’s continued popularity with new connection
The United States biggest carrier American Airlines revealed it will be taking advantage of a year unsurpassed growth to Barbados by announcing a new, third daily flight from Miami…
China Southern in tie-up talks with US airline
China Southern Airlines is in talks with American Airlines over a possible tie-up, according to reports.
Reuters said this week that the agreement could involve the US carrier taking…
APH survey compares relative value of low-priced economy airfares
Long-haul airlines are starting to compete against the low-cost carriers by introducing ‘Basic Economy’ fares, however, even though these tickets may offer a lower price, some also impose…
Revealed: the world’s greenest (and least green) airlines
A new study has revealed the world's most and least polluting airlines.
The research conducted by Warwick Business School, which monitored airlines' carbon emissions over a seven-year…
American Airlines to fly LA-Beijing
American Airlines is planning to launch daily flights between Los Angeles and Beijing later this year.
The carrier has submitted an application for the route with the US Department of…
American Airlines to connect LA with Hong Kong
American Airlines will start flying direct from Los Angeles to Hong Kong later this year.
Flights open for booking on 20 March and are due to commence on 7 September. Services will…
New deal opens up trans-Pacific flights from Haneda
A new agreement between the US and Japan will allow airlines to operate more trans-Pacific flights to and from Tokyo's Haneda Airport.
The deal will enable carriers to launch daytime…
American Airlines unveils new “Flagship” airport lounge and dining concepts
American Airlines has unveiled a major new initiative to revamp its airport lounges, including a new high-end dining concept.
As part of a multi-million dollar project, American will…
American Airlines partners Uber for airport transfers
American Airlines has formed a new partnership with Uber to offer airport transfers to its passengers.
The companies said they will now work together to provide "door-to-door"…
Sabre, American start to implement NDC standards
Sabre and American Airlines have started offering the carrier's Preferred and Main Cabin Extra seats through the GDS using NDC-based technology standards.
This launch represents both…
Qantas, American launch two new trans-Pacific routes
American Airlines and Qantas will launch two new trans-Pacific routes in the next 24 hours, connecting Australia with the US.
Qantas flight QF73 will depart Sydney on Friday…
American Airlines rolls out premium economy on international routes
American Airlines has revealed plans to roll out premium economy cabins across its international fleet.
Launching in late 2016, the new 'Main Cabin Extra' seats will be positioned…
American to link LA with Tokyo Haneda
American Airlines will launch a new trans-Pacific service between Los Angeles and Tokyo's Haneda Airport next year.
Commencing on 11 February 2016, the service will operate daily…
Qantas adds 40 new North American routes
Qantas has significantly boosted its network in North America, following the expansion of its codeshare agreements with American Airlines, WestJet and Alaska Airlines.
Effective 25…
American’s new LA-Sydney flights to go on sale
American Airlines' new flights between Los Angeles and Sydney go on sale this Sunday.
The new direct route will launch on 17 December 2015, as part of the airline's partnership with…
Qantas to launch San Francisco flights
Qantas has been given the green light to launch direct flights from Sydney to San Francisco.
The Australian Competition & Consumer Commission (ACCC) recently approved the enhancement…
Etihad chief counters US carrier claims
Etihad Airways has urged the US Government to ‘keep the skies open’, in a comprehensive formal response to the joint campaign by Delta Air Lines, United Airlines and American Airlines to…
American Airlines launches Dallas-Beijing flights
American Airlines has launched a new direct service between Dallas and Beijing.
The new route will operate daily, departing Dallas-Fort Worth International Airport at 1120 and…
US Airways, American officially become single airline
American Airlines and US Airways have officially become a single airline, after the US Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) issued a single operating certificate for the two carriers.…
Delta retains Tokyo slots amid accusations of “bias”
Aviation authorities in the US have ruled that Delta Air Lines can keep both its slots at Tokyo Haneda Airport - for now.
According to the existing bilateral agreement between the US…
The Brief: New air routes, 23-27 March
Qatar Airways to fly to Zanzibar
Qatar Airways will launch flights to Zanzibar on 1 July, the airline’s third gateway in Tanzania after Dar es Salaam and Kilimanjaro.
The new…
American to fly new Dreamliner to Beijing
American Airlines has unveiled the launch schedule for its new fleet of Boeing 787 Dreamliners, including the inaugural international service to Beijing.
The world's largest airline…
Korean Air codeshares to Dallas
Korean Air has signed a new agreement with American Airlines to start codesharing on the Dallas-Seoul route.
The tie-up will enable Korean Air to place its 'KE' code on the…
The latest industry appointments
Jane Bolton has joined Sandals Resorts as head of commercial for Unique Vacations (UK). In this newly-created role Bolton will be responsible for corporate commercial strategies for…
The latest industry appointments
MICHAEL SENGOL has been selected to lead the Bintan Lagoon Resort. The hospitality industry veteran takes the role of interim managing director at the 470-room Indonesian property,…
American moves into full year profit
American Airlines Group has moved into a GAAP net profit of US$2.9 billion a year after American Airlines merged with US Airways.
The result is in comparison to the GAAP net loss of…
American welcomes first Dreamliner
American Airlines has welcomed its first ever Boeing 787 Dreamliner.
The US carrier took delivery of the new aircraft, a B787-8, on Thursday (22 January 2015) at Boeing's factory in…
American gets green light for Dallas-Beijing route
American Airlines will begin operating a new service between Dallas and Beijing on 7 May 2015, after Chinese and US aviation authorities approved the route.
Flights will operate daily,…
US carriers battle for Tokyo Haneda slots
American Airlines has applied for permission to operate a new route to Tokyo Haneda Airport, at the expense of one of Delta Air Lines’ existing flights.
As per the existing bilateral…
American “goes for great” with US$2bn investment
American Airlines has unveiled a major programme of fleet and product upgrades for 2015, as it aims to offer passengers a "world-class travel experience".
Timed to coincide with the…
American adds London-Philadelphia flight
American Airlines has announced a second daily flight between London and Philadelphia, a day after Delta announced it will operate on the route.
American will add a daytime service…
Merged American Airlines combines FFP
American Airlines has integrated its frequent flyer programme with that of its merger partner, US Airways.
From the second quarter of 2015, members of US Airways' Dividend Miles…
Profits up 59% at American Airlines
American Airlines has posted a 59% rise in its third quarter net profit as it starts to see the benefits of the merger with US Airways.
The group’s net profit sat at a record US$1.2…
Jetstar Japan seals US codeshare
Jetstar Japan has formed a new codeshare partnership with American Airlines, potentially offering it a strong source of feeder traffic from the US.
Commencing on 26 October 2014, the…
American Airlines to connect Dallas with Beijing
American Airlines is planning to launch a new route connecting Dallas with Beijing.
The carrier has filed an application with the US Department of Transportation to operate the route,…
American Airlines pulls fares from Orbitz again
American Airlines has once again pulled its fares from Orbitz following a contract dispute.
The move is effective immediately, meaning American Airlines tickets can no longer be…
The latest industry appointments
Mark Woodcock has been appointed commercial director at No.1 Traveller. Woodcock will join the airport lounge operator in October and will be responsible for driving its growth plans. He…
The latest industry appointments
LILY CHENG has been appointed as TripAdvisor's new president for Asia Pacific, based in Beijing. Ms Cheng joins TripAdvisor from Expedia, where she helped develop the company's Asia…
AA posts highest profit in company history
American Airlines has recorded its highest quarterly profit in the company's 80-year history.
For the second quarter of 2014, the Texas-based carrier recorded a net profit of US$1.5…
MAS adds expands US codeshare
Malaysia Airlines has unveiled a major expansion of its US operations, following a new codeshare agreement with American Airlines.
The two oneworld members have expanded their…
Cyprus Airways sells off final Heathrow slot
Cyprus Airways has announced it will sell its remaining slot pair at Heathrow to American Airlines for US$31 million.
The deal is said to be a key element of the airline’s…
SITA, AA trial new passenger location system
Aviation IT company SITA is trialling a new Apple-based solution aimed at helping airlines communicate with their passengers at airports.
American Airlines will become the first…
American Airlines links Dallas with HK, Shanghai
American Airlines has celebrated the launch of flights connecting Dallas with Hong Kong and Shanghai.
Both new routes commenced this week and will now operate daily. The Hong Kong…
Manchester-Charlotte route takes off
Flights have commenced between Manchester and Charlotte, North Carolina.
The new daily American Airlines flight, operated by US Airways, arrived this morning to a customary water…
American announces Manchester-Charlotte route
American Airlines has announced new flights between Manchester and Charlotte as aligns its European routes for the summer.
The new route will be operated by US Airways on a daily…
GTMC signs up American Airlines
American Airlines has become the latest airline industry partner of the Guild of Travel Management Companies (GTMC).
The airline will join the GTMC to represent its joint venture with…
US travel industry rallies against LGBT legislation
Several major companies in the travel industry have spoken out against proposed legislation that would allow businesses to refuse service to lesbian, gay, bisexual and transgender…
American to connect Shanghai with Dallas
American Airlines has confirmed that it will launch direct flights between Shanghai and Dallas this summer.
Commencing on 11 June 2014, the new service will become the first direct…
US Airways adopts American livery
The first US Airways aircraft to operate in American Airlines' colours has taken to the skies.
The Airbus A319 originally flew in the US Airways livery, but has now been repainted in…
American profits soar in 2013
American Airlines recorded profits of almost US$2 billion in 2013, as it emerged strongly from bankruptcy protection.
The carrier filed for Chapter 11 reorganisation in 2011 following…
American Airlines selects Sabre res system
American Airlines has selected Sabre to provide its new combined reservation system, following the merger with US Airways.
Sabre Airline Solutions will now roll out its reservation…
USA megafam details announced
Brand USA, British Airways and American Airlines have announced the destinations and route for the 2014 megafam this May.
There will be seven itineraries covering 21 states in the…
American Eagle Airlines to become Envoy
American Airlines will rebrand its regional subsidiary, American Eagle.
From spring 2014, the carrier will be renamed 'Envoy', as part of the ongoing efforts to restructure and revamp…
Delta remains world’s biggest airline
Delta Air Lines carried more than 164 million passengers last year, cementing its place as the world's biggest airline in terms of passenger traffic.
The Atlanta-based carrier’s total…
American, US start aligning products
American Airlines and US Airways have started aligning their policies, as part of their merger process.
Passengers travelling on both airlines will now be offered reciprocal frequent…
Travel Daily Asia’s Review of 2013
So another year has passed; how was it for you?
Asia’s travel industry began the year with high hopes, following record tourist arrivals in 2012. Despite the eurozone slump and…
American Airlines places huge regional jet order
American Airlines has placed a huge order for up to 220 new regional jets.
The airline, which recently merged with US Airways, has agreed to buy 30 Bombardier CRJ900 aircraft and 60…
American Airlines merger finalised
American Airlines and US Airways have legally completed their merger, with the latter to slowly dissolve during the next few years.
The merger has been fully approved legally to make…
New American Airlines to list on the NASDAQ
AMR Corp, the parent company of American Airlines, has applied to list its stock on the NASDAQ Global Select Market.
Upon closing of the merger between American and US Airways, and…
AA-US merger to go ahead after settlement
The merger between American Airlines and US Airways will go ahead, after the companies settled an anti-trust lawsuit brought by the US Department of Justice (DOJ).
The DOJ, backed by…
American Airlines posts record profit
AMR Corp, the parent company of American Airlines, has posted its highest ever quarterly profit of more than half a billion dollars.
For the three months ending 30 September 2013, the…
American to connect Dallas with China
American Airlines has announced plans to launch new international services from Dallas-Fort Worth International Airport (DFW) to Hong Kong and to Shanghai next summer.
The new…
American Airlines to hire 1,500 pilots
American Airlines has announced plans to hire 1,500 pilots over the next five years.
The recruitment drive, which will commence this month, marks American's largest pilot hiring in…
American Airlines given approval to exit bankruptcy
A federal judge in the US has approved a bankruptcy plan put forward by American Airlines, contingent on the carrier getting approval for its merger with US Airways.
The Manhattan…
AA, US request early merger trial
American Airlines and US Airways have filed a motion to set a trial date in connection with the move by the US Department of Justice (DOJ) to block their planned merger.
The two…
AA-US merger could be “bridge too far” – expert
The planned merger between American Airlines and US Airways could be a "bridge too far" for the industry, according to a US aviation expert.
The planned tie-up, which would relaunch…
US government blocks American Airlines merger
The planned merger between American Airlines and US Airways has been challenged by the US Department of Justice (DOJ).
The government unit, along with six US states and the District…
EU approval for American-US merger
The European Commission has approved the merger of American Airlines and US Airways.
The move marks the latest stage of clearance for the venture, which would create one of the…
American posts record profit
American Airlines' parent company, AMR Corp, has recorded the best ever second quarter financial result in the company's history, as it continues to restructure.
The airline, which…
US Airways approves American merger
US Airways' shareholders have overwhelmingly approved the company's planned merger with AMR Corp, the parent company of American Airlines.
In a vote, 99.6% of the Arizona-based…
MAS expands American codeshare
Malaysia Airlines (MAS) has expanded its codeshare agreement with oneworld alliance partner, American Airlines.
The two airlines announced plans to join forces on 136 weekly flights…
American Airlines joins forces with Disney
American Airlines has sealed a new partnership with Walt Disney Studios that will see the airline's aircraft appear in a new movie, 'Disney's Planes'.
The character of 'Tripp' will be…
American launches Dublin-New York
American Airlines has commenced daily flights between Dublin and New York JFK Airport.
The new service is in addition to American’s Chicago route from the Irish city, which then both…
American aims to increase boarding speed
American Airlines has launched a new system aimed at increasing the speed and ease of the passenger boarding process.
The new boarding system will offer early boarding to passengers…
American connects Seoul with Dallas
American Airlines has launched a new direct service between Seoul and Dallas.
The new daily service becomes the first ever direct connection between Dallas-Fort Worth International…
MAS signs US codeshare
Malaysia Airlines (MAS) has signed a new codeshare agreement American Airlines that will give it access to five cities in the US.
Effective this week, the arrangement enables MAS…
Finnair to enter AA, IAG joint business
Finnair is to enter the joint transatlantic tbusiness between American Airlines, British Airways and Iberia.
The Finnish airline, which is a member of oneworld with the other three…
American Airlines, US Airways announce merger
American Airlines and US Airways have announced they are to merge into one airline in a USD11bn deal.
The carrier will operate under the American Airlines name and boost its global…
American ends Sabre dispute with new deal
American Airlines has put an end to its long-running dispute with Sabre by ending its court case and signing a new content agreement.
In a joint statement, Sabre and American announced that…
American, Sabre settle dispute
Sabre and American Airlines have signed a new multi-year distribution agreement after settling their long-running dispute.
The airline will continue to launch its Direct Connect booking…
Airline briefs 22Oct12
Round-up of airline news from this morning including Air France strikes and Kingfisher's licence suspension.
Air France braces for strike
Air France has said it will aim to "limit…
American posts quarterly loss
American Airlines has posted a US$238 million net loss for the third quarter ending 30 September 2012.
The airline, which is currently restructuring following its bankruptcy protection…
American to hire 1,500 cabin crew
American Airlines has announced plans recruit more than 1,500 new flight attendants over the next year.
The Texas-based airline will begin hiring process in November, with the first batch…
American equips cabin crew with tablets
American Airlines' flight attendants will begin using the new Samsung Galaxy Note tablet later this year.
The airline will roll out the devices to all of its 17,000 flight attendants…
Dallas tourism aims to boost on TV success
Dallas Convention & Visitors Bureau (DCVB) is to build on the success of its namesake television programme to relaunch its brand later this year.
The US tourist board has been thrilled…
US airlines to be sued for Twin Towers’ collapse
American Airlines and United Continental are likely to be sued by the owners of New York's World Trade Center over the destruction of the twin towers in the 9/11 attacks.
Bloomberg…
American Airlines moves closer to merger
American Airlines' parent company, AMR Corp, has signed a non-disclosure agreement with US Airways, paving the way for a possible merger.
The new agreement will enable the two parties to…
Report: What’s next for American Airlines?
Since American Airlines entered bankruptcy earlier this year it has been subject to various rumours over its future funding.
Last month the carrier’s owners AMR hinted at five potential…
Airline ancillary revenues worth US$22bn
Global ancillary revenues generated by airlines totalled EUR18.23 billion (US$22.15bn) last year.
According to the results of the latest Amadeus Review of Ancillary Revenue Results,…
Five airlines eyed for American merger
American Airlines’ bankrupt parent AMR has said it could merge with one of five airlines to secure its future.
According to Reuters, the carrier is eyeing a merger with either US Airways,…
Latin American Briefs
American boost Brazil
American Airlines has expanded its range of services between Miami and Brazil, with the launch of a new route and added frequencies on two existing services. Last…
Air Tahiti seals American codeshare
Air Tahiti Nui has signed a new codeshare deal with American Airlines.
The new agreement, which is still subject to US regulatory approval, will see American to place its code on Air Tahiti…
American resumes New York-Tokyo Haneda flights
American Airlines has resumed its flights from New York's John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK) to Tokyo's Haneda Airport.
The service, which restarted on 1 June, will now be operated…
American to boost London-Texas
American Airlines is to increase its flights between Heathrow and Dallas/Fort Worth next month.
The fourth daily flight will commence on 15 June and together with its British Airways’…
Asian aviation briefs
ANA’s international traffic surges
All Nippon Airways (ANA) managed to achieve double-digit growth in terms of international passenger traffic in the full-tear 2011-12, despite the…
American Airlines to revamp long-haul fleet
American Airlines has unveiled plans to redesign the interiors of its international wide-body aircraft fleet.
As part of this revamp, American's entire fleet of Boeing 777-200ERs will be…
US trade body calls for DOT merger enquiry
Business Travel Coalition in the US has called on the Department of Transportation (DOT) to look into airline mergers after US Airways announced it plans to combine with American Airlines.…
American Airlines to launch premium economy
American Airlines has announced plans to fit its entire mainline fleet with a new premium economy class product, called Main Cabin Extra.
The new cabin will offer more leg room as well as…
