American Airlines
The most recent updates on American Airlines, one of the world's largest airlines. Founded in 1966, the company now serves 350 destinations in more than 50 countries. Headquartered in Forth Worth, Texas, the company is also part of the Oneworld alliance.
Woman Refuses to Wear Mask on Flight, Claims She Had the Vaccine
American Airlines said the woman is being placed on its internal refusal list pending further investigation.
Pilot Threatens to 'Dump People Off' as Trump Supporters Disrupt Flight
"We'll put this plane down in the middle of Kansas and dump people off. I don't care," a Phoenix-bound American Airlines pilot told the unruly Trump backers.
3 Major U.S. Airlines Have Banned Over 1,200 Passengers for No Masks
While Delta has banned nearly 700 passengers from future flights for refusing to wear masks, United and JetBlue have banned 435 and 88 passengers, respectively.
United Airlines Won't Charge You for Changing Your Ticket Until Spring 2021
The policy applies to customers who bought tickets on or after April 1, 2020, and who are looking to swap over to a flight of equal or less value.
American Airlines Passenger Arrested for 'Erratic' Onboard Behavior
No one was injured in the incident, police said, with the man taken into custody after the plane landed safely.
American Airlines Passenger Tries to Jump Counter After Denied Boarding
A bystander captured the altercation on video, which begins with the woman shouting at the employee and telling them: "We're not leaving."
Airline Passenger Refused Service Because 2-Year-Old Son Wouldn't Wear Mask
The airline's COVID-19 protocols require all passengers and staff to wear face coverings, with the exception of those younger than 2.
American Airlines Faces Boycott Calls Over 'Black Lives Matter' Uniform Pin
Opponents of the Black Lives Matter movement have called American Airlines "racist, Marxist, and anti-American."
American Airlines Blacklists Man Wearing Trump Mask
American Airlines announced an updated face covering protocol earlier this summer that warns passengers may be banned from future flights if they do not comply with mask requirements.
Woman Arrested After Striking Gate Agent at Phoenix Airport Over Mask Rule
"If I don't get on that flight, you're going to be beat down to the death right here. I promise you that," she said.
Passengers Clap as Woman Kicked off Flight for Refusing to Wear Face Mask
American Airlines removed a woman on a flight for refusing to wear a face mask as video shows passengers clapping when the woman deplanes.
Passenger Sues American Airlines After Flight Attendant's Alleged Assault
The passenger's lawsuit charges that a flight attendant grabbed her and shook her arm after she used an extra blanket during a flight.
Beto O'Rourke Rips Ted Cruz for Being on Flight Without Face Mask
American Airlines told Newsweek it is investigating after Texas Senator Ted Cruz was seen onboard a flight without wearing a mask over the weekend.
Delta Isn't Booking Flights At Full Capacity But Here's Which Airlines Are
All airlines are requiring flyers to wear masks, among other safety practices.
Several Airlines Booking to Full Capacity Prompt Concerns Over COVID-19
American Airlines is re-joining several major U.S. air carriers in booking all flights to full capacity beginning July 1, ceasing the coronavirus pandemic precautionary measure of leaving at least one seat open between passengers.
These Airlines Will Refund Passengers Barred From Flying Due to Temperature
Delta, United, JetBlue and American Airlines are among the major carriers offering refunds to passengers who are refused boarding.
Ice Cube Say He Won't Fly American Airlines Until They 'Fix Their Attitude'
The airline appears to have a contentious history of passengers claiming they've taken racist actions.
Man Asked to Deplane American Airlines Flight After Refusing to Wear Mask
Crew members on an American Airlines flight asked a man to deplane Wednesday after he refused to wear a mask while on board. The airline requires all passengers to wear a face covering, and refusing to do so could mean being denied future travel.
Amputee Suing Airline for Allegedly Asking Her to 'Hop' Down Aisle
The woman says the airline neglected to provide her with a wheelchair, leading to crew members dragging her down the aisle for a trip to the bathroom.
Airline Passengers Voice Concern That Mask Policies Are Not Being Enforced
Most major U.S. carriers require passengers and crew members wear face masks during flights but reports on social media argue those policies are not being enforced.
3 Major U.S. Airlines Instruct Staff Not to Enforce Face Covering Policy
Flight attendants for United, Delta, and American Airlines are not required to mandate the wearing of face coverings by passengers on flights.
Most U.S. Airlines Will Soon Require Passengers to Wear Face Masks
Airlines are following face-covering recommendations by the U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention.
Warren Buffett Says Buying Airline Stocks a 'Mistake' During a Pandemic
Billionaire investor Warren Buffett's company sold off stocks in four major U.S. airlines. During an annual meeting Saturday through a live-stream, he called the investments during a pandemic "a mistake."
Woman Flying to See Her Dying Mother Is Only Passenger on Flight
Flight attentdants gave Sheryl Pardo, "the only passenger on the flight," a personal shout-out on the airplane loudspeaker and spent the flight chatting.
Flight Delayed by Eight Hours After Man Jokes About Having Coronavirus
The passenger first refused to lift his tray table before takeoff and then claimed he had contracted COVID-19.
Newest Coronavirus Flight Cancellations and Travel Restrictions
American Airlines and British Airways have suspended certain international flights.
American Airlines flight diverted when man rushed cockpit
Flight 2796 from Miami International Airport on its way to Chicago was diverted to Jacksonville International Airport.
Florida Woman Forces Plane Diversion After Faking Medical Issue
Police said the pilot declared an emergency and turned the flight back around after the woman said she was having trouble breathing.
Flight Rerouted After Chemical Spill Knocks Cabin Crew Unconscious
Audio from the flight deck suggests the spillage occurred when a product was left in the airplane bathrooms after cleaning at London Heathrow airport.
American Airlines Will Cancel 140 Flights Per Day Without Boeing 737 Max
Following an earlier plan to resume flights December 3, American Airlines now plans to resume flying its Boeing 737 MAX planes January 16, 2020, assuming all goes well when Boeing submits their final certification package to the FAA later this year.
