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business13 hours ago•2 min saved

Airlines Raise Checked-Bag Fees, With Basic-Economy Hit Harder

American Airlines joined Delta, United, JetBlue, and Southwest in lifting checked-bag fees, with basic-economy fares paying higher charges than standard fares. Starting May 18, first bags cost $55 (or $50 online) and second bags $65 (or $60 online) for basic economy, while regular fares see a $10 increase for the first bag to $50 and $60 for a second (with online discounts). The changes add seat-selection fees for all basic-economy travelers and remove complimentary upgrades. The industry cites rising jet-fuel costs amid Middle East tensions as a key driver, even as demand remains strong and carriers push premium options.

via CNBC|

#airlines #american-airlines #bag-fees

business1 day ago•12 min saved

American Airlines Tweaks Bag Fees and Distinguishes Basic Economy

American Airlines is updating its checked-bag fees and further differentiating Basic Economy from Main Cabin. For tickets booked on or after April 9, the first checked bag costs $50 at the airport ($45 if prepaid online), the second bag $60 (prepay $55), and the third bag $200; Basic Economy tickets purchased on or after May 18 will carry higher first/second-bag charges in most markets (first bag $55, $50 prepaid; second bag $65, $60 prepaid), with select South America markets priced at $70 for the first bag. Previous fees apply to tickets bought before these dates. The changes also accompany Basic Economy seat selection and boarding rules, while AAdvantage status members and eligible premium or military travelers retain certain complimentary bag benefits.

via American Airlines|

#airline-industry #american-airlines #baggage-fees

news2 days ago•40 min saved

American Airlines hikes bag fees, tightens basic-economy rules

American Airlines is raising checked-bag fees (first bag up to $50, second $60, third $200) and adding a $5 bag fee for basic-economy tickets starting April 9. It’s also tightening basic-economy rules for AAdvantage elites (no upgrades, no seat selection or Main Cabin Extra on basic fares, effective May 18) while free baggage perks remain for elite status and cobranded cards. A boarding-group change for non-elites on basic fares is planned later this year. These moves follow industry-wide baggage-fee hikes driven by higher fuel costs.

via The Points Guy|

#american-airlines #baggage-fee #basic-economy

local12 days ago•3 min saved

Unruly passenger prompts JFK-Chicago flight to divert to Detroit, FBI-led response

An American Airlines flight from JFK to Chicago was diverted to Detroit after an unruly passenger threatened the crew. FBI and local authorities responded, the disruptive passenger was removed, and passengers were bused to the terminal for a later flight to Chicago; the incident extended the trip and caused a lengthy delay, though travelers reported feeling safe overall.

via CBS News|

#american-airlines #detroit-metro-airport #flight-diversion

us-news12 days ago•2 min saved

FBI Investigates After JFK-Chicago Flight Diverted to Detroit Over Disturbance

An American Airlines flight from JFK to O’Hare was diverted to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport after a disturbance onboard; FBI personnel responded to investigate and said there is no threat to the public as passengers deplaned safely, with the airline noting the crew’s professionalism and thanking customers for their patience.

via ABC7 Chicago|

#american-airlines #chicago #detroit-dtw

world14 days ago•2 min saved

Dallas-Area Flight Attendant Found Dead During Medellín Layover

Fernando Gutierrez, a 32-year-old Dallas-based American Airlines flight attendant, was found dead in Medellín, Colombia after disappearing during a layover; investigators are determining the cause of death and whether a crime occurred, with the U.S. ambassador notified and a medical examiner reviewing findings.

via FOX 4 News Dallas-Fort Worth|

#american-airlines #colombia #flight-attendant

world14 days ago•3 min saved

Body Found in Medellín Search for Missing American Airlines Flight Attendant

A lifeless body was found during the search for Eric Gutierrez Molina, a 32-year-old American Airlines flight attendant who disappeared after a night out in Medellín, Colombia; authorities say identification is pending while an investigation continues, with the airline and U.S. officials monitoring the case.

via cbsnews.com|

#american-airlines #colombia #flight-attendant

world15 days ago•4 min saved

Search Underway for American Airlines Flight Attendant Missing in Medellín

An American Airlines flight attendant, 32-year-old Eric Fernando Gutierrez Molina, disappeared after a night out during a layover in Medellín, Colombia. His partner says he was out with coworkers and last communicated Saturday; his phone later pinged in two locations far from his hotel. Colombian authorities, with support from the U.S. Embassy and American Airlines, are leading the search as family members await information.

via CBS News|

#american-airlines #colombia #flight-attendant

travel1 month ago•8 min saved

Jim Breuer alleges first-class downgrade on American Airlines prompts refund fight

Comedian Jim Breuer says American Airlines downgraded him and his wife from first class to a regular seat on a red-eye after they booked first-class tickets; the airline reportedly told them the flight was overbooked, a claim Breuer disputes. He received a $400 refund and a $500 voucher, but says it doesn’t cover the cost of the seats and he escalated the issue to the Department of Transportation, hoping for a sincere apology and the promised first-class meal.

via Fox News|

#airline-customer-service #american-airlines #first-class-downgrade

aviation1 month ago•40 min saved

FAA caps ORD flights as AA and United clash over gates

The FAA will cap Chicago O’Hare’s daily flights at 2,800 to prevent delays and cancellations after a summer of aggressive scheduling by American and United, which dominated ORD gate access. The move follows a years-long gate-allocation shake-up and could involve further reductions via regional capacity cuts and frequency consolidation, with industry watchers noting ORD’s status as a dual hub and the ongoing turf war between the carriers. A two-day FAA scheduling meeting aims to determine the approach, drawing parallels to Newark’s past cap.

via The Points Guy|

#american-airlines #aviation #faa

business1 month ago•3 min saved

Labor unions push for leadership shake-up at American Airlines amid profit slump

Two major American Airlines unions are pressuring CEO Robert Isom and the board to oust leadership after the carrier posted a modest $0.4 billion profit in 2025 and faced significant weather-related cancellations, including protests outside Fort Worth. While rivals Delta and United posted much larger profits, American is pursuing revenue boosts from paid luxuries and premium services as industry-wide headwinds persist, such as storms and slower aircraft production.

via Jalopnik|

#american-airlines #aviation-industry #business

business1 month ago•3 min saved

American Airlines Flight Attendants Demand Leadership Change After No-Confidence Vote

The Association of Professional Flight Attendants unanimously passed a no-confidence vote in American Airlines CEO Robert Isom, the first such vote in the airline’s history, citing a “downward spiral” of mounting losses and operational failures that have left frontline workers sleeping on airport floors. The union says Isom’s leadership and a failed corporate strategy have harmed customers and profits and demands accountability and a leadership change, while American has offered only statements from Isom about its 2026 plan; Isom has led the airline since March 2022.

via cbsnews.com|

#american-airlines #business #flight-attendants

business2 months ago•6 min saved

Unions Push for Leadership Change at American Airlines as CEO Faces No-Confidence Vote

American Airlines flight attendants' union APFA voted unanimously no confidence in CEO Robert Isom, citing leadership failures, weak post-pandemic performance, and a strategy that has fallen behind rivals, with the Allied Pilots Association weighing a similar move. The unions demand accountability and leadership changes, while American defends its 2026 plan to improve customer experience and profitability and notes a 2024 contract with flight attendants; loyalty program members will also receive free Wi‑Fi on flights.

via WFAA|

#airline-industry #american-airlines #business

business2 months ago•10 min saved

American Airlines Unveils 1920s-Inspired Inflight Menu to Celebrate 100 Years

American Airlines marks its 100th anniversary in 2026 with centennial-themed inflight dining. Preorders begin February 9, with menu debuts in March for international and transcontinental Flagship First/Business, and in April for domestic First Class. Dishes draw from 1920s flavors—Beef Wellington, Waldorf salad, caviar blinis, deviled eggs, and more—offering modern takes on the decade's dining. The celebration also includes a centennial livery, a dedicated site, and commemorative merchandise planned throughout 2026.

via American Airlines Newsroom|

#1920s #american-airlines #business

americas2 months ago•34 min saved

American Airlines eyes Venezuela routes as US opens airspace

American Airlines said it plans to resume daily service to Venezuela pending government approval and security assessments, a move tied to the Trump administration’s push to lift airspace restrictions; the FAA will need to conduct route and safety reviews, and flights are not expected to resume for several months amid broader U.S.-Venezuela tensions.

via Reuters|

#air-travel #american-airlines #americas