JetBlue and American Airlines surprised by the world by announcing a strategic partnership today that will introduce codesharing routes and reciprocal benefits for frequent flyers. While the “enemy of my enemy is my friend” argument comes into play, the...
Passenger Sues American Airlines After Flight Attendant Shook Her “Violently” For Using Extra Blanket
A passenger is suing American Airlines for what seems like a horrific example of a flight attendant named Thor abusing his authority. Woman Claims American Airlines Flight Attendant Violently Shook Her And Accused Her Of Blanket Theft Nathalie Sorensen...
American Airlines “Investigating” Ted Cruz Mask Incident…
We live in politically charged times and no seemingly mundane issue has become so politically charged as whether to wear a face mask in public. Now Ted Cruz finds himself surrounded in controversy and the spotlight of an American...
Chrissy Teigen: Everything Wrong with Your American Airlines Tweet
Chrissy Teigen, supermodel, celebrity, author, and wife of John Legend tweeted at American Airlines yesterday but it was all wrong. 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...
Supermodel’s Stinging Rebuke Of American Airlines Rings Hollow
I’m normally quite impressed by the knowledge and passion Chrissy Teigen displays when it comes to air travel. Not this time, however. A stinging rebuke of American Airlines by the supermodel really misses the mark. Supermodel Rebukes American Airlines...
American Airlines “Resets” International Schedule: Full List Of Route Cuts + New Routes
American Airlines has “reset” its international schedule, with across-the-board cuts that will continue into 2021 and particularly deep cuts for its Los Angeles hub. New International Strategy For American Airlines American Airlines will concentrate international operations in three gateways:...
My Thoughts On “Prayergate” At American Airlines
An American Airlines gate agent stirred controversy this week by offering a Christian prayer over the loudspeaker at a boarding gate at Washington National Airport. What should we make of this prayergate incident? The Prayer…In Full. In situations like...
American And United Will Unabashedly Pack Planes
American Airlines and United Airlines will stop blocking seats next month and more aggressively book flights to capacity. Standbys will also no longer be limited. Expect even fuller flights. American + United Will Pack Planes To 100% American Airlines...
Rapper Cautions His 5.4 Million Followers On Flying American Airlines
A prominent rapper has told his followers on Twitter he will avoid flying on American Airlines. The warning stems from a recent onboard incident which led to a racial discrimination lawsuit. Yesterday I discussed a disturbing case in California...
Black Man Sues American Airlines For Racial Discrimination After Being Denied Free First Class Upgrade?
A back man and five other passengers onboard are suing American Airlines for racial discrimination. American Airlines said the man was removed for repeatedly trying to self-upgrade to first class onboard. Elgin Banks says a white flight attendant ejected...
American Airlines Bans “Conservative” Hypocrite Who Refused To Wear Face Mask
The man who wanted to who refused to wear a mask on “insanity” grounds has been banned from American Airlines for the remainder of the pandemic. You won’t find me defending him, here. Perhaps someone can help me understand...
Yes, The Mask Guy Was A Jerk On AA…But That Flight Attendant…
I’m wiling to stipulate that the man removed from an American Airlines flight for failing to wear a mask was a selfish jerk. But I’m also not amused by the flight attendant interrogation of the passenger, which escalated the...
American CEO Doug Parker Has Earned My Respect
It’s what we do when no one is watching that actually defines our character. For Doug Parker, that involved reading a book, trying to seek understanding, and unwittingly touching the life of another human being, in this case a...
American Airlines Offers 250,000 Miles + Travel Benefits In Latest Termination Offer
While American Airlines CEO Doug Parker downplayed the risk of furloughs as recently as this month, a leaked document reveals AA plans to shed at least 30% of its management and support staff (MSS) in October. Voluntary separation packages...
American And United Process Reality In Very Different Ways…
Listen to leaders at United Airlines speak and you’ll literally think the sky is falling. But listen to leaders at American Airlines and you’ll walk away feeling hopeful. And yet both live in the same reality. Who is delusional…or...
The Real Reason American Airlines CEO Unloaded On United Airlines
Want to know why American Airlines CEO Doug Parker called out United Airlines earlier this week for its choice to move some workers from full-time to part-time? Because United Airlines actually read the act. American Airlines CEO Attacks United...
American Airlines Business Class for United MileagePlus Coach Prices
The coronavirus crisis has thrown the entire travel industry into turmoil and it can be confusing how brands respond. American Airlines, however, is dropping prices while United is increasing them. If you are considering booking travel or signing up for a new...
American, Delta, United Make Masks Mandatory For All Passengers
The big three legacy airlines in the United States will all require passengers to wear masks starting next month. American Airlines Makes Masks Mandatory For Passengers Starting May 11, 2020, American will require facial masks onboard, with two exceptions:...
American AAdvantage Bolsters European Award Travel
American Airlines AAdvantage has re-designated Morocco from Africa to Europe, a move that will be an objective net positive for most AAdvantage members. You’ll now have more options for using your miles to travel between North America and Europe...
American Airlines Fails The Optics Test
Poor American Airlines cannot catch a break, though its wounds tend to be self-inflicted. Its luggage fees are hardly outrageous, but the optics of raising baggage fees now? About as good as the first quarter loss it will soon...
