Southwest, American post 2Q profits as air travel picks up
American Airlines and Southwest Airlines both posted second-quarter profits on Thursday thanks to generous federal pandemic relief that covers most of their labor costs.
Airlines continue staff recalls as concerns over Delta variant grow
A summer travel surge is prompting Fort Worth-based American Airlines to recall all flight attendants currently on extended voluntary leave.
Crowded flights and air travel delays could continue through the summer
At SFO, the airport duty manager says this holiday was the busiest travel period since the pandemic began.
When pressed for answers, American Airlines unable to give details about upcoming cancellations
There are lots of questions from summer travelers following American Airline's cancellation of thousands of flights over the next month.
American Airlines cancels hundreds of flights due to staffing shortages
Bad weather is only one reason why American Airlines canceled hundreds of flights over the holiday weekend. The Fort Worth-based airline also doesn't have enough staff to fill its schedule. The airline expects to issue more cancellations.
American, Southwest airlines to see more international travel after CDC eases some restrictions
This new guidance from the Centers for Disease Control means a return to international flights.
Southwest, American Airlines temporarily halt alcohol service after rise in passenger violence
Southwest and American Airlines announced a temporary halt in alcohol service amid a rise in passenger violence.
More people starting to feel comfortable with air travel as more vaccinations are happening
The TSA said this past Sunday was its busiest day in the past year, and Memorial Day weekend will likely be even busier.
3 largest US airlines suspending flights to Israel amid rising violence
The largest U.S. airlines are canceling flights to Tel Aviv as violence flares between Israel and Palestinians.
FAA approves Boeing fix for jets grounded by electrical flaw
Federal regulators have approved a Boeing procedure to fix about 100 jets that have been idled for the past month because of improper electrical grounding of some components.
US airline bailout helps Southwest post $116 million profit
The two major North Texas-based airlines say travel is beginning to come back.
American Airlines recalling all pilots, plans to ramp up hiring efforts by fall
There is another sign the travel industry is rebounding. American Airlines is searching for pilots to bring on board.
Airlines pull Boeing Max jets to inspect electrical systems
Airlines pulled dozens of Boeing Max 737s out of service for inspections after the aircraft maker told them about a possible electrical problem, the latest setback for the plane.
American Airlines opposes voting bill passed by Texas Senate
One of the state’s largest companies, American Airlines, has come out in opposition of a voting bill passed by the Texas Senate overnight.
American Airlines expected to send out furlough notices this week
Furlough notices are expected to go out Friday to more than 13,000 American Airlines employees.
American Airlines warns of furloughs if federal aid expires
American Airlines is warning its union workers that there may be more furloughs coming.
American Airlines launches wine delivery service
American Airlines is launching a new delivery service that will bring a variety of premium wine offerings straight to your door.
American, United, Frontier Airlines ban firearms in checked bags on flights to DC ahead of inauguration
Airlines are tightening their safety policies after last week’s violent pro-Trump riot at the U.S. Capitol, and ahead of the inauguration of President-elect Joe Biden on Jan. 20.
American Airlines suspends alcohol service for flights to, from DC-area after Capitol riot
American Airlines has temporarily suspended all alcohol service on flights to and from the Washington D.C.-area following Wednesday’s Capitol riot.
American Airlines banning emotional-support animals on flights
American Airlines said Tuesday that it will ban companion animals gradually by Feb. 1, 2021. It will still allow animals in the cabin free of charge only if they are trained service dogs.