American Airlines’ Smaller Planes Get Bigger Wi-Fi
Today's podcast looks at Wi-Fi on American Airlines, changes to Hyatt's loyalty program, and a multiyear deal between Trip.com Group and AWS.
American Airlines News
The latest news and analysis of American Airlines, including breaking news, executive interviews, earnings coverage, and analysis of its competitors.
American Airlines Will Install High-Speed Wi-Fi on Regional Jets
As part of an attempt to improve connectivity on smaller aircraft, American Airlines is installing high-speed Wi-Fi in its regional aircraft, which have long struggled with sluggish service.
Amazon Debuts Cyber Week Travel Deals
Amazon launched what one executive said was its "first-ever" Cyber Week Travel Deals.
American Airlines Accuses Travel Agents of Stifling Innovation for Self Interest
American Airlines has lashed out at U.S. travel agents in a scathing response to the complaint that the airline's robust distribution strategy was unfair.
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American Airlines, JetBlue Call for More Sustainable Aviation Fuel Support
A lot more financial support is needed from just about everybody to decarbonize aviation.
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The Latest on U.S. Airlines
At the Skift Aviation Forum on November 1, airline executives from the U.S. and beyond shared their latest thoughts on industry developments.
This Thanksgiving Could Be the Busiest for U.S. Air Travel in 18 Years
Looks like it will be harder for Americans to escape Thanksgiving travel delays.
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American Cuts 21 Austin Routes as U.S. Airlines Manage Over Supply
Airlines got a little over their skis with new flights to booming Austin. Now come the cuts as the U.S. industry seeks to balance supply and demand.
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American Airlines CEO Robert Isom
American Airlines CEO Robert Isom joined Edward Russell on stage at the Skift Aviation Forum on November 1. Enjoy their wide-ranging discussion from the year-end holiday outlook to international growth and boosting loyalty revenues.
American Airlines CEO Defends Direct Selling Push in Face of Travel Agent Complaints
American Airlines's top boss Robert Isom feels confident in the carrier's evolving distribution strategy, the most assertive of all the carriers in the Americas. But some travel agents still feel bullied.