A violent midair attack on an American Airlines flight attendant ended with a federal sentence that will leave many flyers and crew members wondering what it takes to actually go to jail… Kansas Man Who Assaulted Flight Attendant Avoids...
American Airlines App Now Tells You What’s Really Happening During Delays
American Airlines has added a genuinely useful feature to its mobile app that aim to answer a simple question passengers always have when flights are delayed or cancelled: what exactly is happening right now? American Airlines Adds Real-Time Disruption...
American Airlines Free Wi-Fi Is Rolling Out, But Not As Fast As Expected
American Airlines has ostensibly rolled out free Wi-Fi across much of its narrowbody fleet, but my experience suggests the rollout is slower than many had anticipated. My Experience With American Airlines Free Wi-Fi Suggests A Slower Rollout On January...
My Upgrade Dilemma On American Airlines
Two recent flights on American Airlines demonstrated that even AAdvantage Gold status would have been advantageous, though upgrading to first class makes far less sense when economy class is also empty. The Surprising Value Of AAdvantage Gold Status –...
American Airlines Brings Texas BBQ To First Class With Pecan Lodge Partnership
American Airlines is bringing a taste of Texas to the skies with a new partnership that lets passengers enjoy barbecue from one of Dallas’ most famous smokehouses on select flights…as a BBQ-loving omnivore, I’m a lot more impressed than...
Systemwide Upgrades Or Gifted Gold Status? A Tricky American Airlines Loyalty Point Decision
An American Airlines Executive Platinum member asked for some help choosing his 175,000 Advantage Loyalty Point Reward and I think it’s an interesting discussion concerning the value of Gold status very systemwide upgrades. Systemwide Upgrades Or Gifting AAdvantage Gold...
Free Inflight Wi-Fi Begins Today On American Airlines Flights
After years of charging for inflight internet on most of its flights, American Airlines is finally making free Wi-Fi a reality for many travelers as the airline begins rolling out the complimentary in-flight connectivity starting today. American Airlines Begins...
American Airlines Adds 100 Flights From Chicago O’Hare. How Will United Airlines Respond?
Chicago O’Hare has long been a fierce battleground for airline competition, and the latest moves by American Airlines ensure that the fight with United Airlines over supremacy at ORD will only intensify. American Airlines Adds 100 Flights At Chicago...
United, Delta, American Make Flying a Premium Privilege
As Spirit and Frontier struggle, United, Delta, and American lean harder into premium travel, quietly reshaping air travel into something fewer people can afford. United, American’s New Premium 787-9s Matthew has covered the rollout for American’s 787-9P (Premium) with...
United Adds Chicago Routes One Day After American’s O’Hare Expansion
A day after American Airlines rolled out a new batch of Chicago routes, United Airlines responded in kind, underscoring just how competitive the battle for O’Hare has become. United Adds More Chicago Routes One Day After American’s O’Hare Expansion...
How American Airlines Can Fix Its Baffling A321XLR Flagship Business Class Screen Policy
American Airlines has a fixable screen problem with its new A321XLR Flagship Business Class suites, and it has nothing to do with redesigning the seat. How American Airlines Can Quickly Solve Its A321XLR Flagship Business Class Screen Issue American...
American Airlines Adds 15 New Domestic Routes For Summer 2026 (Full List)
American Airlines has announced 15 new routes for summer 2026, and while none of them will move the needle individually, together they tell a very clear story about where the airline sees opportunity. American Airlines Adds 15 New Routes...
American Airlines Will Offer Free Wi-Fi Across Most Of Its Fleet In 2026 (Yay)
American Airlines’ longtime delay in offering free in-flight internet is about to end. Starting January 2026, AAdvantage members will get free high-speed Wi-Fi, sponsored by AT&T, on roughly 90% of the carrier’s fleet. It is a major shift for...
American Airlines “Gift Guy” Hands Out iPads Again, But This Time The Marketing Twist Is Obvious
Last week, I wrote a story titled, “When ‘Holiday Cheer’ On An American Flight Looks More Like Content Than Kindness” about a man who presented flight attendants with Apple AirPods Max. He’s at it again, this time with iPads...
American Airlines Passenger Hands Out AirPods Max To Crew Then Gets First Class Upgrade. Coincidence?
Something about this viral “holiday gift” aboard American Airlines and unexpected upgrade to first class felt a little too perfectly timed to be genuine…but maybe I’m just too jaded? When “Holiday Cheer” On An American Flight Looks More Like...
Disgusting Scene On American Airlines: Passenger Grinds Dead Skin Off Feet While Flight Attendant Shrugs
Odd and antisocial behavior on airplanes is nothing new, but a recent incident on an American Airlines flight shows just how bad it can get when a flight attendant notices a problem and chooses to ignore it. American Airlines...
Crazy: Rep. Nancy Mace Sues American Airlines After Being Called Out For Her Vulgar Conduct
U.S. Representative Nancy Mace (R – SC) is threatening to sue American Airlines and Charleston Airport for defamation, claiming the carrier falsified records to discredit her gubernatorial campaign. Rather than a valiant effort to defend her character, this is...
American Airlines: Whole Trip Upgrades Often Cheaper
On a recent domestic trip, I was offered upgrades on American Airlines. However, when re-pricing the trip, I found it was cheaper than upgrading the segments. Upgrade Offered I recently had a short trip for which I redeemed a...
American Airlines Calls On Congress To End “Unacceptable” Government Shutdown
American Airlines has joined Delta Air Lines in publicly urging Congress to end the government shutdown, warning that continued strain on the aviation system will soon impact travelers and airline operations alike. American Airlines Calls On Congress To End...
Isom, American Airlines, May Never Escape Crushing Debt
American Airlines’ ever higher pile of debt may never be paid off, meanwhile investors continue to support Isom, and give management a pass. Why? American Airlines Q3 2025 Earnings Call Lowlights American Airlines reported in its third quarter 2025...
