American Airlines eliminates $200 change fees
American Airlines aircrafts seen at Phoenix Sky Harbor International Airport. The airline is sending WARN letters to staff regarding furloughs, layoffs and early retirement options. (Photo by Alex Tai/SOPA Images/LightRocket via Getty Images)
FORT WORTH, Texas - Fort Worth-based American Airlines and Delta Airlines are following United's lead by eliminating most change fees.
American's changes actually give customers credit if they switch to a cheaper flight. The airlines hope the change will get more people flying again.
American and United are also offering free standby for people who want to take a flight to the same destination at a different time of the day.