American Airlines is a major international airline headquartered in Fort Worth, Texas. Founded in 1926 as American Airways, it began operating passenger flights in 1936 and has since grown to become the largest airline in the world in terms of both the size of its fleet and the total number of passengers it carries. American Airlines has ten major hubs across the United States, including its main hub at Dallas/Fort Worth, and flies to almost 350 destinations across more fifty countries. As well as being the largest and most popular airline in the US, American Airlines is also the only airline based in the states that offers a long-haul first-class service, while the service offered in its business class cabins is among the best rated in North America.
The cost of a first and second checked bag has risen by $5 each for economy passengers on domestic flights
By Fergus Cole
February 27, 2024
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By Fergus Cole
February 26, 2024
Budget airlines in the US are experiencing significant cost increases and are unable to raise revenue due to heightened competition from legacy carriers
By Enrique Perrella
February 23, 2024
The airline alliance's first branded European lounge is now open to eligible oneworld members and premium passengers
By Fergus Cole
February 21, 2024
Passengers on domestic flights will now be charged $40 for their first checked bag and $45 for their second
By Fergus Cole
The new seasonal service is part of a range of new flights announced by American Airlines for next winter
By Fergus Cole
February 2, 2024
The airline has unveiled changes to its program, including new perks
By Enrique Perrella
January 25, 2024
From American Airlines to Air France, we've picked out some of the best new premium offerings scheduled for launch this year
By Fergus Cole
January 18, 2024
JetBlue was found to have the highest average legroom of any major U.S. carrier
By Fergus Cole
January 10, 2024
The airline canceled just 16 flights during the busy period, less than any major competitor
By Fergus Cole
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