American Airlines rallies after setting profit guidance ahead of expectations

American Airlines rallies after setting profit guidance ahead of expectations

American Airlines Group (NASDAQ:AAL) flew higher in early trading on Thursday after topping Q4 EPS and margin expectations. The airline company noted that it performed well operationally during the holiday period. American Airlines (AAL) achieved its best-ever completion factor and on-time departures, as well as its lowest mishandled baggage rate over the holidays. Operating revenue…

American Airlines Seeks to Repair Travel Agency Ties After Direct Bookings Strategy

American Airlines Seeks to Repair Travel Agency Ties After Direct Bookings Strategy

American reintroduced its fares to the channels where travel agencies want to book them, and Isom acknowledged their absence was their biggest “pain point.” The airline, too, will be feeling pain for some time.American Airlines CEO Robert Isom outlined numerous steps the airline is taking to “course correct” after abandoning a direct distribution strategy it…

American Airlines is getting more flyers — but had to lower ticket prices to do it

American Airlines is getting more flyers — but had to lower ticket prices to do it

Lots of people are flying American Airlines, but that isn’t translating into profits. Still, American Airlines stock was up about 5% in Thursday morning trading. The company said in its latest earnings report that it brought in a record $14.3 last quarter, with net income hitting $717 million — but it’s still slashing its guidance….

American Airlines produces industry-leading performance during the winter holiday travel period

American Airlines produces industry-leading performance during the winter holiday travel period

American Airlines produces industry-leading performance during the winter holiday travel period FORT WORTH, Texas — American Airlines has delivered another strong operational performance for its customers during the winter holiday travel period, canceling the fewest flights among the major carriers while operating significantly more on-time flights than last year’s holiday period. American was able to…

American Airlines is making it harder to rack up frequent-flier miles — here’s who will be most affected

American Airlines is making it harder to rack up frequent-flier miles — here’s who will be most affected

American Airlines will restrict earning miles on tickets purchased through most third-party travel websites starting May 1 American Airlines will soon stop letting customers earn frequent-flier miles when they book trips on third-party travel sites — and the change will hurt some road warriors more than others. The airline announced Tuesday that unless travelers book…

American Airlines CEO Robert Isom Apologetically asks customers for their contributions and corrections to bring about improvements and more development…

American Airlines CEO Robert Isom Apologetically asks customers for their contributions and corrections to bring about improvements and more development…

American Airlines is one of the world’s largest and most recognizable airlines. A member of the Oneworld alliance, the airline has numerous partners (20-plus airlines, 1,200 retail, 10 car rental companies, and more), making it easy to earn miles to later redeem for award travel. The airline overhauled its massive loyalty program in 2023 and…

Terrell Davis’ lawyer announces plans to sue United Airlines over handcuffing incident: “It’s horrific”

Terrell Davis’ lawyer announces plans to sue United Airlines over handcuffing incident: “It’s horrific”

After former Denver Broncos running back and Pro Football Hall of Famer Terrell Davis was handcuffed by FBI agents and removed from a United plane, his lawyer says his office intends to sue the airline. Davis’ attorney Parker Stinar released a new video showing the incident on Tuesday morning. “It’s horrific and United needs to…

Saurya Airlines Plane Crashes in Kathmandu: All Killed Except Pilot

Saurya Airlines Plane Crashes in Kathmandu: All Killed Except Pilot

18 People Lost Their Lives in Saurya Airlines CRJ200 Crash A CRJ200 aircraft belonging to Saurya Airlines crashed during takeoff at Tribhuvan International Airport (KTM) in Kathmandu, the capital of Nepal. The accident, which occurred at approximately 11:00 local time on July 24, 2024, killed 18 people. Of the 19 people on board, only the…

United Airlines Is Adding a Record-Breaking Number of Flights to Asia and the Pacific

United Airlines Is Adding a Record-Breaking Number of Flights to Asia and the Pacific

Americans’ desire to visit the Asia-Pacific region has reached a high, and airlines are rushing to provide new routes that capture the rising interest. Earlier this month, United Airlines unveiled a historic route expansion to the Pacific, calling the recent demand for the region “unprecedented.” The expansion includes dozens of new flights to countries throughout…