While I understand that the perk can be abused (just like any perk), American Airlines is making a big mistake in eliminating revenue ticket holds from its website. American Airlines Eliminates Ticket Holds – Why It Matters The option...
British Airways Systemwide Upgrades Worse For American Airlines

British Airways and American Airlines announced a reciprocal upgrade system but American Airlines elites draw the short straw. If you are considering booking travel or signing up for a new credit card please click here. Both support LiveAndLetsFly.com. If you haven’t followed...
First Class Damsels Face Prison Time For Unruly Behavior On American Airlines Flight

A pair of women who assaulted both passengers and crewmembers onboard an American Airlines flight from Dallas to Los Angeles in first class now face prison time for their poor choice of behavior. Women Face Sentencing For Unruly Behavior...
Chaos In Miami After American Airlines 787-8 Suffers Mechanical Issue

American Airlines passengers reacted angrily to a string of mechanical delays in Miami which ultimately took over 21 hours to resolve, with chaos being reported onboard to Santiago, Chile. Once again, the root of the problem is communication. American...
In Defense Of American Airlines? (Bermuda 777 Diversion)

While its response could have been much better, I find myself with a sympathetic take on the recent American Airlines 777 diversion to Bermuda that stranded passengers for almost a full day. Passengers should not be left to fend...
Will American Airlines Finally Eliminate International First Class?

We’ve predicted it for years, but a knowledgeable insider suggests that international first class on American Airlines is finally on the way out. Insider: American Airlines Will Eliminate International First Class Currently, American Airlines offers its international or premium...
American Airlines: No Difference Between First Class And Business Class

A passenger who was downgraded from first class to business class found out what American Airlines really thinks about its premiere first class product. American Airlines Says First Class And Business Class Are Not Different Because Both Have Lie-Flat...
American Airlines Announces Supersonic Aircraft Order

American Airlines has agreed to purchase 20 Boom Supersonic Overture aircraft, with an option for an additional 40. AA nows joins United Airlines as a Boom customer, with hopes to usher in a new era of high-speed travel. American...
Oops: American Airlines Sends Unaccompanied Minor To Wrong State

American Airlines sent an unaccompanied minor to the wrong state after a telephone reservations agent booked the child to Columbus, Ohio instead of Columbus, Georgia. The incident reminds us that we should not take an agent’s word for something...
Did An American Airlines Flight Divert To Rome Just Because A Man Soiled Himself?

A packed American Airlines flight diverted to Rome due to a “medical emergency” onboard. As a result, over 270 passengers were stranded for more than a day. Multiple passengers, however, claim that the reason for diversion was because one...
Is American Airlines Loyalty Points Program Too Generous?

American Airlines Loyalty Points program replaced Advantage earlier this year. Some data points have demonstrated its generosity, but is it too generous to stay as it is? If you are considering booking travel or signing up for a new credit card...
ConciergeKey Status On American Airlines For Buying Cheap Miles…

I think a second round of congratulations are in order. Not only has American Airlines inaugurated a new class of ConciergeKey members, but these are the same people that so richly benefited by donating to charity in exchange for...
An Airbus Captain Weighs In On American Airlines A321 Takeoff Incident

Our resident pilot, 121pilot, offers his commentary on the American Airlines flight 300 incident, a takeoff mishap in 2019 that led to the scrapping of an Airbus A321. A final investigation has now been published, blaming the issue on...
No, American Airlines Will Not Declare Bankruptcy…

Folks, I find the idea that American Airlines is at risk of declaring Chapter 11 bankruptcy to be fanciful delusion. I don’t see it happening nor do I find such speculation helpful. Bankruptcy At American Airlines? Highly Doubtful. At...
Analyst: American Airlines Bankruptcy Increasingly Likely

American Airlines has an increased likelihood of filing for bankruptcy due to market conditions and management decisions; One more risk for those who hold American Airlines stock. If you are considering booking travel or signing up for a new credit card...
8 Hospitalized After Turbulence Forces Diversion Of American Airlines Regional Flight

Six passengers and two flight attendants were hospitalized after heavy turbulence forced the diversion of an American Airlines regional flight from Florida to Tennessee in Alabama. Turbulence Over Florida Leads To Injury, Diversion On American Airlines Regional Flight AA3609,...
American Airlines Flight Attendant Snoozes During Flight, Prompting Complaint From Thirsty Business Class Passenger

An American Airlines flight attendant was captured on video appearing to sleep during an afternoon flight from Cozumel, Mexico to Dallas. While the siesta was not allowed, the passenger’s decision to shame the flight attendant on Twitter may cost...
Prowling American Airlines Passenger Steals $10,000 In Cash From Seatmates On Flight To Miami

A passenger on an American Airlines flight from Buenos Aires to Miami was observed frequently walking up and down the aisle and occupying a seat that was not his own, prompting flight attendants to investigate and later report the...
American Airlines Pilot Union Calls Glitch: Operational Mismanagement

A glitch in the scheduling system for American Airlines allowed pilots to cancel entire trips for July causing mayhem if only momentarily. If you are considering booking travel or signing up for a new credit card please click here. Both support LiveAndLetsFly.com....
Overheard: American Airlines Flight Attendant Sounds Off On Management

A senior American Airlines flight attendant had plenty to say about the state of the airline, labor relations, management, and the near future of the airline. If you are considering booking travel or signing up for a new credit card please...