American Airlines

Despite strong demand trends that are pushing revenues to record levels and sustaining forward optimism, there could be reason to expect some pullback in the months to come.

American Airlines nears a widebody aircraft order to replace its Boeing 777-200 fleet while reporting a $269 million third-quarter net loss as fuel costs surge.

Key metrics on US and European major airlines’ 2026 financials from research by Aviation Week Intelligence Network.

Competition intensifies as airlines race to provide luxury lounges for travelers.

The U.S. DOT has lifted 2025 restrictions on Mexican carriers after both governments resolved a transborder air services dispute.

A Boeing veteran’s concept revives flying-boat nostalgia, proposing a 50,000-passenger hybrid airship for round-the-world cruises.

American Airlines will expand its deployment of Starlink, broadening a selection previously limited to Airbus aircraft to its entire mainline fleet.

American Airlines has unveiled plans to build the largest premium lounge in its network at Charlotte Douglas International Airport (CLT).

American Airlines wins Brazil antitrust approval for $100 million investment in Azul, securing an 8% stake alongside United Airlines in the Brazilian carrier.

Building on an existing partnership, Alaska Airlines has announced its intent to join American Airlines’ Atlantic and Pacific Joint Businesses.

Delta Air Lines is developing plans to return to Venezuela after an absence of nine years, as American Airlines seeks broader authority to expand its network between the two countries.

New offtake agreements by airlines and energy firms drive sustainable aviation fuel production plans in the U.S. and Europe, boosting demand and investment.

American Airlines will be the anchor tenant of the planned new terminal at Phoenix Sky Harbor International Airport, which could potentially open in late 2033.

North America’s airlines are studying capacity adjustments after the cost of fuel spikes again.

Washington, D.C., September 22, 2026 – Air Transport World, part of Aviation Week, reveals the winners of the 52nd annual Airline Industry Achievement Awards.

Major U.S. airlines are opposing Air China’s additional flights to New York and Washington, arguing the services could let Chinese carriers exceed U.S.-China capacity limits.

Doug Parker reflects on leadership lessons, resilience and the pivotal moments that shaped his career in the airline industry.

United and American adjust fourth quarter capacity plans to address rising fuel costs, balancing profitability with network growth and long-term strategy.

U.S. airlines seek extensions for China and Cuba route waivers, citing lagging demand and regulatory flexibility through winter 2026-27 without dormancy penalties.

United Airlines and American Airlines have each detailed international plans for their Airbus A321XLRs next year.

Winter capacity cuts loom as airlines face high fuel costs and geopolitical challenges, creating opportunities for carriers with strategic flexibility.

American Airlines will add Vienna and Reykjavik to its European network in spring 2027 as it expands transatlantic flying from Philadelphia and deploys its growing Airbus A321XLR fleet on five routes.

As carriers struggle with high costs, capacity cuts for some will mean opportunities for others.

Chicago O’Hare will break ground later this year on the renovation and expansion of Concourse E, changing the sequence of construction for its $8.8 billion modernization program to maintain capacity.

Continuing to expand premium options as it works to close a margin gap, American Airlines will return seatback screens to the narrowbody fleet in addition to other retrofits and upgrades.