American Airlines adds oat milk creamer to menu after PETA campaign

Animal welfare activists have pushed airlines to offer vegan creamer options, arguing that benefits cows and passengers.

American Airlines lifts 2024 profit forecast after sales strategy shift, posts third-quarter loss

American Airlines raised its profit forecast for the year as CEO Robert Isom said the company's sales strategy shift earlier this year is paying off.

Business - CNBC - October 24

American Airlines flight avoids Hawaii mountain in 'expedited climb' after takeoff

An American Airlines flight departing Hawaii was hastily ordered to make an “expedited climb” to avoid crashing into mountainous terrain on Wednesday.

American Airlines fined $50M for violating disability laws

The U.S. Department of Transportation on Wednesday announced a $50 million fine against American Airlines for its alleged mistreatment of passengers with disabilities, which the department said in ...

Singapore Airlines will add first class, revamp cabins for longest flights

Singapore Airlines will add a first class to its ultra-long-range aircraft and increase the number of business class seats in race for high-spending travelers.

Business - CNBC - November 4

American Airlines Fined $50 Million for Treatment of Disabled Travelers Using Wheelchairs

The Transportation Department issued the fine after an investigation revealed “cases of unsafe physical assistance that at times resulted in injuries and undignified treatment of wheelchair users.”

Top stories - The New York Times - October 23

American Airlines to pay $50 million penalty for mistreatment of disabled fliers

American Airlines’ stock falls after $50 million settlement with DOT over mistreatment of disabled passengers.

Business - MarketWatch - October 23

American Airlines fined $50M over wheelchair access, damage

The Department of Transportation (DOT) issued a $50 million penalty to American Airlines on Wednesday for mistreating passengers with disabilities. The agency alleges the company provided improper ...

Politics - The Hill - October 23

American Airlines Fined $50 Million Over Treatment of Passengers With Disabilities

The carrier said its mishandling rate for wheelchairs and scooters has dropped by 20% in recent years as it invests in new equipment and practices.

Business - The Wall Street Journal - October 23

American Airlines Cracks Down on ‘Gate Lice’ With New Boarding System

American Airlines is testing a technology platform that will produce a sound when a passenger attempts to board a flight ahead of the assigned group.

Business - The New York Times - October 24

Here’s Why the American Airlines Brand Hit Turbulence This Week

Days after the carrier got praised in the press and on social media for battling early boarding cheaters, the airline was shamed and fined for its poor treatment of disabled passengers.

Business - Inc. - October 24

American Airlines tests boarding technology that audibly shames line cutters

American Airlines is testing a new technology at three airports across the country during the boarding process that aims to cut down on passengers who try to jump the line

Tech - ABC News - October 27

American Airlines Just Made a Big Announcement and (Most) People Will Be Very Happy

‘Gate lice’ crowding the boarding area annoy both agents and fellow flyers. American Airlines is finally doing something about them.

Business - Inc. - October 27

American Airlines tests boarding technology that calls out line cutters

Technology tested at three airports alerts gate agents with audible sound if person scans ticket before assigned group. American Airlines is testing a new technology at three airports across the ...

World - The Guardian - October 27

American Airlines pilots told to make 'expedited climb' to avoid Hawaii mountains

American Airlines pilots were told to make an “expedited climb” to avoid crashing into Hawaiian mountains Wednesday, according to the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA). An air traffic ...

Politics - The Hill - 6 days ago

American Airlines to shame boarding line cutters with new technology

American Airlines plans to roll out the new technology to 100 airports across the country.

Business - CNBC - Yesterday

Flights not impacted after Spirit Airlines files for bankruptcy

Failed sales and mergers and an engine recall that forced dozens of jets to be grounded have pushed Spirit Airlines to file for bankruptcy. CBS News senior transportation correspondent Kris Van ...

McDonald’s Takes Quarter Pounders Off Menus at 20 Percent of Restaurants After E. Coli Outbreak

McDonald’s pulled the burger option after the bacterial contamination sickened at least 49 people, killing one, according to the CDC. Raw onions may be the source of the problem.

Business - Inc. - October 24

McDonald’s Quarter Pounder back on the menu after testing rules out beef patties as E. coli source

McDonald's says testing has ruled out beef patties as the source of the outbreak of E

Health - ABC News - October 27

Quarter Pounders Return to McDonald’s Menus After Beef is Ruled Out as E. Coli Source

After the Food and Drug Administration said it believes slivered onions were the source of the outbreak that killed one person and sickened at least 75 others, the chain put the popular burgers ...

Business - Inc. - October 28

No. 22 Hannah picks Alabama, cites culture, Oats

Davion Hannah, ranked No. 22 in the ESPN 100, committed to Alabama on Friday, giving Nate Oats his third four-star recruit of the 2025 class.

Sports - ESPN - 5 days ago

American Airlines reports big profit beat and best load factor in 11 years

American Airlines beat earnings expectations and raised its full-year outlook, as load factor improved to the highest level seen in 11 years.

Business - MarketWatch - October 24

Digested week: Obama fan-boys Eminem, American Airlines gets tough on ‘gate lice’

Plus: Trump alleges foreign interference in the election while an Aussie hiker gives us all something to smile about. Friends in New York with non-American accents are careful not to go canvassing ...

World - The Guardian - October 25

American Airlines' new system cracks down on passengers trying to board plane early

American Airlines has been testing a new boarding system in Tuscon and two other airports that prevents passengers from trying to board before their group is called. American will add the system to ...

Passengers duct tape man who allegedly tried to open door during American Airlines flight

A group of passengers on board an American Airlines flight restrained and tied up a passenger with duct tape after he allegedly tried to open an aircraft door mid-flight.

American Airlines expanding technology, cracking down on line cutting ahead of holiday travel

American Airlines is bolstering its technology to ensure that passengers board only when their assigned group is called as airports prepare for holiday travel, the airline announced in a release ...

Politics - The Hill - 4 hours ago

Harris zeroes in on Asian American voters in campaign's final stretch

Vice President Harris is zeroing in on specific communities of Asian American voters in key swing states as she looks to turn out every voter she can in what is expected to be an incredibly close ...

Politics - The Hill - October 26

Airlines halt flights to Haiti after plane hit by gunfire

Spirit Airlines flight heading from Florida to Port-au-Prince diverted to Dominican Republic after flight attendant was grazed by bullet, amid broader violence in Haiti’s capital. Haiti’s ...

World - The Guardian - November 12

Airlines suspend Haiti flights after plane hit by gunfire

It is the second time in weeks an aircraft has come under fire over Port-au-Prince, as gang violence worsens.

Spirit Airlines flight attendant injured after plane to Haiti struck by gunfire

A Spirit Airlines flight to Haiti was hit by gunfire on Monday, injuring a flight attendant, as the State Department warned of "gang-led efforts" to stop travel to the country.

Flights to Haiti Canceled After Spirit Airlines, JetBlue Planes Hit by Suspected Gunfire

The main airport in Port-au-Prince is temporarily closed to air traffic. The country is embroiled in political unrest.

World - The Wall Street Journal - November 11

Spirit Airlines flight attendant hurt after plane struck by gunfire

A Spirit Airlines flight from Ft. Lauderdale, Florida, was hit by gunfire as it was landing in Port-au-Prince, Haiti. One flight attendant was hurt and the flight diverted to the Dominican Republic.

U.S. airlines cancel flights to Haiti after plane is hit by gunfire

U.S. airlines canceled flights into and out of Haiti after a Spirit Airlines flight from Fort Lauderdale was hit by gunfire as it approached the airport in Port-au-Prince. The plane was rerouted to ...

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