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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 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 ...Top stories - NBC News - October 23 -
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' message to boarding group cheats: Wait your turn.
American Airlines is testing a new tool to stop passengers from boarding flights ahead of their assigned group.Top stories - CBS News - October 22 -
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 -
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.Top stories - CBS News - 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 lineTech - ABC News - 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 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.Top stories - NBC News - 6 days ago -
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 - 5 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 - 20 hours 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 ...Top stories - CBS News - Yesterday -
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.Top stories - NBC News - 3 hours ago -
Biden urges Americans to 'accept the choice the country made' in a White House address following Trump’s win
WASHINGTON — President Joe Biden addressed the nation on Thursday following Donald Trump’s decisive victory over Vice President Kamala Harris, urging Americans to “accept the choice the country ...Politics - NBC News - November 7 -
What to know after Biden clears Ukraine to fire U.S. missiles deep into Russia
Former U.S. Ambassador to Russia John Sullivan, who served under the Biden and Trump administrations, joins "CBS Mornings" to discuss the impact and timing of President Biden's approval of Ukraine ...Top stories - CBS News - 3 days ago -
Lara Trump launching American-made activewear line: 'Red, white, and blue never looked so good'
Lara Trump is launching an American-made activewear line she's pitching as "patriotism, performance and style all in one." A website for the Lara Trump Collection says the merchandise will be ...Politics - The Hill - 23 hours ago -
‘It’s a very ugly American trait’: I cried foul when basic-economy passengers grabbed premium-economy seats. The airline has finally shown me respect.
“That woman and her mother were selfish and self-interested, and believed that they were entitled to get those seats.”Business - MarketWatch - November 11 -
Spirit Airlines Files for Bankruptcy; Lost $2.2 Billion in 5 Years
The low-fare carrier has struggled to find its footing after its planned merger with JetBlue was blocked by a federal judge.Business - The New York Times - 2 days ago -
Spirit Airlines files for bankruptcy
Spirit Airlines has filed for bankruptcy protection following its failed merger with JetBlue, an engine recall that forced dozens of its jets to be grounded and weaker than expected sales. Spirit ...Top stories - CBS News - 3 days ago -
Southwest Airlines Settles Boardroom Fight
Southwest will add five board members as a concession.Business - Inc. - October 25 -
24 Hours in Mumbai With an Airline Pilot
Flight crews see the world in 24- to 48-hour bites between international flights. On this trip, the stop is the crowded city on India’s west coast.Top stories - The New York Times - October 31 -
Frontier, Spirit Airlines Revive Merger Talks
The carriers have held early-stage deal discussions, as Spirit continues negotiations with bondholders over possible bankruptcy terms.Business - The Wall Street Journal - October 23 -
Boeing Email to Ethiopian Airlines Sheds Light on a Crash
Newly revealed correspondence indicates that a Boeing senior official counseled that the company could answer a pilot’s safety question, but it did not.Business - The New York Times - October 24 -
Ryanair profit drops as airline cuts passenger forecast
European low-cost carrier blames pressure on consumers for fall in faresBusiness - Financial Times - November 4 -
Spirit Airlines Plane Shot at in Haiti and Forced to Divert
A day after the prime minister of Haiti was fired, the airport in Port-au-Prince was closed because of the attack on the aircraft. A JetBlue plane was also struck.World - The New York Times - November 12 -
Spirit Airlines and JetBlue planes struck by gunfire in Haiti
Flights into and out of Port-au-Prince, Haiti, were suspended after a Spirit Airlines plane was struck by gunfire while attempting to land there.Top stories - ABC News - November 11 -
AirTag users will soon be able to share location with airlines
Ever use an AirTag to locate lost luggage? Soon airlines will be able to see your bag's AirTag location, too.Top stories - CBS News - November 12