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American Airlines Settles Racial Discrimination Lawsuit, Changes Policies

American Airlines has reached a confidential settlement in a racial discrimination lawsuit filed by three Black passengers ordered off a January flight over a false body odor complaint. The airline has since overhauled its policies regarding non-safety complaints about passengers.

2024-12-19T10:25:42.742342-08:00

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Delta Opens First Sky Club Lounge at Charlotte Douglas International Airport

2024-12-18T03:07:36.893756-08:00

Associated Press

American Airlines Flight AA1722 Diverts to JFK After Bird Strike

2024-12-13T06:18:38.601535-08:00

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U.S. airline premium seat growth between 2019 and 2024 shows United and American growing the most

2024-12-12T08:21:39.879960-08:00

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American Airlines Settles Racial Discrimination Lawsuit, Changes Policies American Airlines has reached a confidential settlement in a racial discrimination lawsuit filed by three Black passengers ordered off a January flight over a false body odor complaint. The airline has since overhauled its policies regarding non-safety complaints about passengers.

2024-12-19T10:25:42.742342-08:00

American Airlines Settles Racial Discrimination Lawsuit, Changes Policies

The Points Guy

Delta Opens First Sky Club Lounge at Charlotte Douglas International Airport Delta Air Lines has launched its first Sky Club at Charlotte Douglas International Airport, spanning 14,000 square feet. This development marks a significant expansion in American Airlines' hub, offering luxurious amenities for travelers.

2024-12-18T03:07:36.893756-08:00

Delta Opens First Sky Club Lounge at Charlotte Douglas International Airport

Associated Press

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American Airlines Flight AA1722 Diverts to JFK After Bird Strike An American Airlines A321 bound for Charlotte was forced to make an emergency landing at JFK Airport due to a bird strike shortly after departing from LaGuardia. The incident disabled one engine, but all 190 passengers and six crew members landed safely without injuries.

2024-12-13T06:18:38.601535-08:00

American Airlines Flight AA1722 Diverts to JFK After Bird Strike

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U.S. airline premium seat growth between 2019 and 2024 shows United and American growing the most

2024-12-12T08:21:39.879960-08:00

U.S. premium seat growth

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Fiji Airways Launches Landmark Route to Dallas Fort Worth Fiji Airways has inaugurated its longest non-stop route, offering a tri-weekly service from Nadi to Dallas Fort Worth Airport. This milestone aligns with its upcoming integration into the oneworld alliance and its adoption of American Airlines' AAdvantage loyalty program.

2024-12-11T14:53:45.097484-08:00

Fiji Airways Launches Landmark Route to Dallas Fort Worth

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American Airlines Suspends Haiti Flights Indefinitely Amid Ongoing Safety Concerns American Airlines has indefinitely halted flights to Haiti after multiple safety incidents, including aircraft being struck by bullets. The decision, initially affecting services until February 2025, is driven by escalating safety challenges linked to gang violence in the region.

2024-12-09T02:44:11.203961-08:00

American Airlines Suspends Haiti Flights Indefinitely Amid Ongoing Safety Concerns

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AA Flight Attendants Oppose Crew Reductions on Boeing 787 American Airlines' flight attendants firmly oppose the proposal to decrease minimum crew levels on upcoming premium-heavy Boeing 787-9 Dreamliners, which will soon be delivered. The union argues that reduced staffing levels could impact passenger service and operational safety on these aircraft.

2024-12-05T13:03:48.365405-08:00

AA Flight Attendants Oppose Crew Reductions on Boeing 787

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Southwest Airlines Boosts Q4 Guidance on Strategic Changes and Strong Travel Demand Southwest Airlines has raised its fourth-quarter revenue guidance, reflecting strong travel demand and the impact of recent strategic adjustments. The carrier anticipates operating revenue per available seat mile (RASM) growth of 5.5% to 7%, following the successful maturation of its new revenue management system.

2024-12-05T06:23:35.718764-08:00

Southwest Airlines Boosts Q4 Guidance on Strategic Changes and Strong Travel Demand

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