American Airlines will restore service on its premium-heavy Airbus A321T between Los Angeles and New York in March. Those who feared this aircraft would never return can breathe a collective sigh of relief. American Airlines Will Restore A321T On...
First Impressions: American Airlines 777-200 Business Class
After flying American Airlines from London to New York on the 777-300ER in business class, we connected from New York to Los Angeles on the 777-200. Again, we had a very positive experience. American Airlines 777-200 Business Class The...
First Impressions: American Airlines 777-300ER Business Class
Maybe it was beginner’s luck, but I had a wonderful flight on American Airlines from London to New York on the 777-300ER in business class. I hear so many complaints about service on American Airlines, but that was absolutely...
The Real News Concerning Doug Parker’s Retirement
I know better than to cast stones at my esteemed colleagues, but I just had to chuckle at the headlines yesterday about the “future” retirement of American Airlines CEO Doug Parker. In other breaking news, the sun set in...
How I Got Home From Europe Cheaply, But In Style
When we discovered that we’d need to leave Germany ahead of schedule, my first order of business was finding flights home. We ended up flying home on British Airways and American Airlines on a basic economy ticket, though booking...
American Airlines Sends Man $1,000 Bill For Skipping Flights
Last month I wrote about American Airlines confronting a man who was was engaging in throw-away ticketing and warning him to cease and desist or face consequences. He did not, and now has received a hefty bill from American...
American Airlines Captain Shuts Down Onboard MAGA Rally
Silence is golden. That’s my motto when I fly. So I applaud a captain on American Airlines who warned a pack of pro-Trump passengers shouting “USA! USA! USA!” to shut up or face removal. A member of the “party”...
American Airlines Warning “Throwaway Ticketing” Passengers Their Status Is In Jeopardy (And Why You Should Expect More Of This)
American Airlines is stepping up its fight against so-called throwaway ticketing by blocking online check-in for “suspects” engaging in this practice. Expect a lot more of this in the months ahead. American Airlines Cracking Down On Throwaway Ticketing Throwaway...
American Airlines Uses Web Specials To Dupe Passengers Into Restrictive Awards
American Airlines has been using web specials to dupe passengers into more restrictive awards after eliminating redeposit fees. 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...
American Airlines Shows The Aloha Spirit
When an American Airlines flight to Honolulu was canceled on Christmas Eve, American Airlines thought outside of the box and displayed the Aloha Sprit rather than leave passengers stranded. American Airlines Shows Aloha Spirit With Re-Route Of AA1859 After...
American Airlines “D0” Rule Utterly Moronic During Pandemic
American Airlines management has a policy to make flights depart on-time, but it doesn’t make much sense during the COVID-19 pandemic. If you are considering booking travel or signing up for a new credit card please click here. Both support LiveAndLetsFly.com. If...
In Defense Of American Airlines: Thanks For The Gift!
View From the Wing says “American’s holiday gift promotion makes no sense, and is stunning in its lack of generosity.” The Points Guy says “American hyped holiday cheer and gifts, but delivered me disappointment.” But my message to American...
American Airlines Offering International Upgrades to Alaska Airlines Mileage Plan Elites
As American Airlines and Alaska Airlines partnership begins, international upgrades will be available to MVP elites too. 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 us...
Flight Attendants Face Condemnation After Calling Police On First Class Do-Gooder
A pair of flight attendants at American Airlines has been accused of unjustified retaliation against a passenger after he confronted them for not wearing masks…hours after they put their masks back on. There’s a lot of blame to go...
American Airlines Eliminates International Change Fees, United Airlines Plans To Match
American Airlines is eliminating change fees on most international tickets originating in the Americas. Will Delta and United now try outdo American? American Airlines Eliminates Change Fees On Longhaul International Tickets Effective immediately, American Airlines will no longer charge...
American Airlines Slashes London Schedule In December
A second lockdown in England that includes a ban on overseas travel has severely reduced airline demand. American Airlines will respond by making dramatic cuts to its December flight schedule to London Heathrow. American Airlines Cuts London Flights In...
Key Fact Emerges RE: Muslim Woman Kicked Off American Airlines Flight
There are still many questions surrounding the ejection and arrest of a Muslim woman onboard an American Airlines flight, but one fact has emerged: she was harassing the “white man” (as she called him) in first class. At the...
A Genuinely Scary Incident On American Airlines
Lately we’ve been reading all sorts of stories about poor passenger behavior related to masks or drunkenness. While somewhat concerning, neither really rise to the level of being scary. But a cryptic incident that took place earlier today on...
Passengers Booted For Juvenile Business Class Seat Stunt On American Airlines
No names. No backlinks to their YouTube channel. But I cannot help but to share about a foolish publicity stunt which led to the removal of two passengers from an American Airlines flight. A Publicity Stunt On American Airlines...
American Airlines: Is It Christmas or Bust?
American Airlines had a worrisome earnings call this week with investors. It seems the carrier needs a great Christmas or could go bust. If you are considering booking travel or signing up for a new credit card please click here. Both support...
