American Airlines held its annual media day last week. And there, American's management team gave some insight into the future of the airline. In short: change on the horizon at American Airlines. … [Read more...] about Change on the Horizon at American Airlines
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American is Expanding Basic Economy
Despite the poor performance of Basic Economy, it doesn't look like it's going away. American is expanding Basic Economy system-wide soon. … [Read more...] about American is Expanding Basic Economy
American Cuts Ties with Etihad and Qatar
Alaska Air isn't the only one seeing changes in its relationship with American in the near future. American cuts ties with Etihad and Qatar too. … [Read more...] about American Cuts Ties with Etihad and Qatar
The American disAAdvantage
American Airlines used to be my airline of choice. That began to change when they merged with US Airways. Over the past few months, however, the downwards spiral of American seems to be accelerating, putting American at an ever increasing disAAdvantage. … [Read more...] about The American disAAdvantage
American Expands Free Inflight Entertainment
Finally matching certain competitors, American expands free inflight entertainment selection for Main Cabin guests. This announcement, of course, come hot on the heals of a similar announcement made by Delta a couple months ago. Both airlines, in fact, will offer free in-flight entertainment in all cabins, on all domestic flights with equipped aircraft. Content will be … [Read more...] about American Expands Free Inflight Entertainment
Delta Adding Meals to Hawaii
Flying economy in the U.S. has long meant no meal service. Period. However, that trend has slowly begun to change this year. Up until recently, Hawaiian Airlines was the only domestic carrier still offering complimentary meals in all cabins. Then, back in February, American announced that it would offer meals on Hawaii flights. Recently, rumors have been emerging about … [Read more...] about Delta Adding Meals to Hawaii
And Then There Were Three… American and US Airways Merger Legally Closed
This morning I received an email from American Airlines announcing that their merger with US Airways has legally closed. While this is a major event in the process of folding US Airways into American Airlines, it will still be a while before US Airways fades into nothingness. From initial announcement to complete integration, an airline merger takes years to complete and is … [Read more...] about And Then There Were Three… American and US Airways Merger Legally Closed