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Category Archives: American Airlines

American Airlines

American Airlines Business Class Seats – Only $140!

Matthew Klint Posted onJanuary 25, 2012December 6, 2016 1 Comment

Act fast and you can purchase not just one, but two American Airlines business class seats for only $140! Just watch out for splinters… Now that I’ve got your attention, allow me to direct you to the following craiglist...

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TSA Carry-On Policy: Guns Yes, Cupcakes No

Matthew Klint Posted onJanuary 22, 2012 Leave a Comment

If the Transportation Security Administration was a Shakespeare play, it would be A Comedy of Errors. In an apparent case of mistaken identity and astounding sloppiness, an x-ray scanner picked up a .38-caliber revolver in a passenger’s carry-on baggage...

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American Airlines Restores Free Beer and Wine in International Economy Class

Matthew Klint Posted onJanuary 20, 2012 Leave a Comment

Starting 01 February, 2012, American will re-introduce free beer and wine in economy class on their flights between the US and Asia, Europe, and select markets in South America (Argentina, Brazil, Chile, and Uruguay). Gary wonders if such a...

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As American Airlines Departs, Opportunity for United at Burbank

Matthew Klint Posted onJanuary 12, 2012 1 Comment

News that American Airlines will suspend service from Burbank/Bob Hope Airport next month compounds a problem for an airport that continues to lose passengers even as it invests in a pricey infrastructure upgrade that will enhance the parking facilities...

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Free Kingfisher Silver Elite Status = Free Checked Bags on American Airlines

Matthew Klint Posted onDecember 28, 2011 1 Comment

Kingfisher Airlines will soon join the OneWorld Alliance and is offering free silver elite status to select MasterCard holders: To register, you should have an eligible MasterCard (Platinum, World, Titanium Credit Cards or a Premium Debit Card), and you...

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Alec Baldwin Pokes Fun at American Airlines on SNL

Matthew Klint Posted onDecember 13, 2011 2 Comments

Alec Baldwin is such a jerk. But this video is hilarious: For those of you unfamilar with what happened, Baldwin was tossed off an AA flight last week after repeatdly ignoring FA requests to turn off his electronic equipment....

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What American Airlines’ Bankruptcy Filing Means for You

Matthew Klint Posted onNovember 29, 2011 4 Comments

AMR Corp, parent of American Airlines, filed for Chapter 11 bankruptcy protection this morning. Bankruptcy does not mean going out of business. Far from it, the move will allow the company to restructure and emerge as a more competitive...

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American Airlines Headed for Bankruptcy?

Matthew Klint Posted onOctober 3, 2011 Leave a Comment

The balance sheet at American Airlines is looking more troubling by the day.  Some are warning about bankruptcy, though I am not convinced that will be necessary. In fact, if you are the gambling-type, this may be the perfect...

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American Airlines Flight Attendants Shun First Class Turndown Service

Matthew Klint Posted onSeptember 5, 2011 5 Comments

You would think that flight attendants would be happy about their employer spending more to take care of customers. After all, a happy customer is easier to work with and there is a certain sense of pride that comes...

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PJs, Duvets, and Slippers Coming to American Airlines First Class

Matthew Klint Posted onAugust 31, 2011December 6, 2016 3 Comments

I really do think many travelers suffer from the “grass is always greener on the other side” syndrome when comparing U.S. airlines to those carriers outside the U.S. Sure, the Southeast Asian carriers like Singapore and Cathay Pacific offer...

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US Airways: We Love Fees, Charlotte, and Mergers (but not Pilots)

Matthew Klint Posted onAugust 17, 2011 2 Comments

Ely Portillo of the Charlotte Observer covered the US Airways monthly employee meeting in Charlotte on Tuesday attended by CEO Doug Parker. Here’s a quick rundown: On Fees: Parker said he understands that fliers hate the new fees, but...

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More on Leaked Changes to United Mileage Plus Program

Matthew Klint Posted onAugust 14, 2011 Leave a Comment

In all honesty, it is 0305 on Sunday morning, I have driven over 500km today to attend a wedding in Baden-Württemberg, just spent an hour on the phone booking an award with British Airways, and I just do not...

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83,871 American Airlines AAdvantage Miles for $4.96?

Matthew Klint Posted onAugust 10, 2011December 6, 2016 4 Comments

While it appears this is a fleeting promotional error, AAdvantage Shopping is offering 83,871 miles for a $4.96 Palm® wireless phone charger through Verizon. Simply follow this link, click on “Buy Now”, login to your account or register for...

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Earn and Burn American Airlines Miles on Etihad Airways

Matthew Klint Posted onJune 24, 2011 Leave a Comment

Award earning and redemption options just got a little better on American Airlines. As of 01 June, American Airlines AAdvantage miles can be earned on most Etihad flights. Three notable exclusions are flights between Abu Dhabi and New York,...

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Two Calls to American Airlines, Two Very Different Outcomes

Matthew Klint Posted onJune 10, 2011 2 Comments

I fail to understand why airline reservations agents cannot do simple things like search for award availability. Today I called American Airlines about an award reservation on Cathay Pacific. I had already verified first class inventory on British Airway’s...

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Earn Up to 25,000 Free AAdvantage Miles

Matthew Klint Posted onApril 10, 2011November 14, 2023 4 Comments

American Airlines has been running quite a few promotions lately and is now offering up to 25,00 instant miles in a “fortune cookie” campaign to spread the word about AA’s expansion at LAX. To enter: Click here, click on...

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Earn 10,000 AAdvantage Miles When You Sign Up for DIRECTV

Matthew Klint Posted onApril 8, 2011 5 Comments

Through May 31st, when you sign up for DIRECTV service you will earn 10,000 American AAdvantage miles. A two-year service contract is required. Call 1-877-297-6637 or go to aa.directv.com for more details.

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Double Elite and Award Miles on AA between DFW and LAX/SFO

Matthew Klint Posted onApril 8, 2011 2 Comments

Now through August 31st, enjoy double elite qualifying miles and double flight (award) miles on American Airlines round-trip, non-stop flights between Dallas/Fort-Worth and San Francisco or Los Angeles. There’s only four simple rules: Book your ticket by August 31, 2011 Register...

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Expedia and American Airlines Kiss and Make Up

Matthew Klint Posted onApril 6, 2011 1 Comment

For months, American Airlines flights have been filtered from search results on Expedia and Hotwire due to a longstanding dispute over fees. American demanded to bypass central airline reservation systems and deliver the information to users directly, not only...

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Flight Lands Without Guidance in Washington, DC While ATC Sleeps

Matthew Klint Posted onMarch 24, 2011 2 Comments

Isn’t it a comforting thought that air traffic controllers at major airports sleep on the job? It is not the first time this has happened and I know it won’t be the last, but it is always newsworthy when it does occur. Earlier today, just after...

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