There’s an old saying: “Everyone has a price.” And we see that play out firsthand in this viral video, which was shared with the caption: “When your flight asks for 14 volunteers to get off the flight.” A passenger traveling to Las Vegas on a United Airlines flight filmed her companions and the rest of…
In his very first question and answer session with employees after becoming CEO of American Airlines, Robert Isom implored them not to spend a dollar more than they need to. Two and a half years ago, with the airline posting disappointing earnings in the second quarter and projecting that they will not earn any money…
American Airlines has renewed its subscription to Prism, Sabre’s corporate travel contract management solution. Used by more than 30 airlines around the world, Prism is a business intelligence solution that provides analytics, reporting and services to help airlines optimize their corporate travel contracts. “We are pleased to renew our longstanding partnership of Sabre’s Prism product,”…
Airlines is suspending flights from DFW Airport to Korea, effective March 4. According to a release, the suspension will take place on flights to and from Seoul, South Korea (ICN) and DFW Airport, “due to a reduction in demand.” Korea is the latest destination to which American has suspended flights. In January, the Fort Worth-based…
Several American Airlines employees have been put on leave for their involvement in an incident in which black passengers were removed from a flight after a complaint about body odor. Three passengers filed a lawsuit against the carrier in May, alleging racial discrimination in the 5 January incident. In a note to employees, CEO Robert…
A second home in the air for mother and son A second home in the air for mother and son After searching for the perfect career in customer service, Kim Flores found her calling as a flight attendant and is proud that her son, Anthony Flores chose to follow in her footsteps also joining Piedmont…
American Airlines’ New Livery at El Paso International Airport: A Detailed Look In the bustling world of aviation, airline liveries are more than just paint on a plane; they are a crucial part of an airline’s identity and brand recognition. Recently, American Airlines unveiled its new livery at El Paso International Airport (ELP), marking a…
United Airlines is reminding both customers and employees of the carrier’s overarching corporate ethos as the coronavirus crisis wreaks havoc on the carrier’s operations.
American Airlines flight attendants won an additional $4.2 billion in pay and benefits, according to a tentative deal released Friday by the union representing the workers. The deal includes an immediate 18% pay increase and boarding pay. Some flight attendants, such as those who have been working for seven years, could see pay-scale increases of…
American Airlines raised its adjusted earnings outlook for the second quarter thanks to strong travel demand and lower fuel prices. Adjusted per-share earnings will come in between $1.45 and $1.65, American estimated Wednesday, up from a previous forecast of $1.20 to $1.40 per share. The Fort Worth, Texas-based airline said it’s now expecting unit revenues…