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United CEO Kirby Pushes American Merger Amid Regulatory Opposition
United Airlines CEO Scott Kirby is advocating for a merger with American Airlines to create a dominant U.S. carrier.

American Airlines reopens Flagship Dining at LAX
American Airlines reopens its exclusive Flagship Dining room at Los Angeles International Airport next week, expanding access to business class...

American Airlines Targets 18 Million Lounge Visits by 2026
American Airlines is accelerating lounge expansion, planning nearly one new or renovated lounge per month as visits surge 80% from 2016 levels...

United Airlines prioritizes higher fares over full planes
United Airlines is accepting lower load factors as it raises ticket prices to fully recover soaring fuel costs, shifting its focus from occupancy...

American Airlines sells last-minute first class upgrades for cash
American Airlines is generating revenue by selling first-class upgrades to coach passengers minutes before boarding, often ahead of elite flyers...

Airline Credit Card Bonuses and Perks Reshape Rewards Value
Major airlines and banks have significantly increased welcome bonuses across co-branded credit card portfolios.

Atmos Rewards Ascent Card Offers Major Perks for Alaska and Hawaiian Flyers
The Atmos Rewards Ascent Card provides a welcome bonus up to 80,000 points, a $99 companion fare, and valuable travel benefits like free checked...
Southwest Launches Icon Lounges with Chase Card in 2027
Southwest Airlines will open its first premium airport lounges, called Icon Lounges, starting in late 2027. Access will center on a new premium Chase...

American Airlines pilot quits $300,000 job over scheduling
A senior Boeing 787 captain left American Airlines, citing poor work-life balance from overnight flights and fleet assignment disputes.

Carol Fair retires as American Airlines' most senior flight attendant
Carol Fair, 83, concludes a 63.5-year flight attendant career as American Airlines' most senior active crewmember.

American Airlines forecasts strong Q4 revenue despite fuel-driven losses
American Airlines posted record Q3 revenue of $16.3 billion but reported a net loss due to a 67.5% surge in fuel costs, forecasting a full-year loss...

United Airlines adds four new routes for spring 2027
United Airlines will launch four new routes from San Francisco and Chicago in spring 2027, including new service to Charleston, Hartford, Oklahoma...

Southwest Overhauls Rapid Rewards with New Tiers for 2027
Southwest Airlines is replacing its A-List and A-List Preferred status tiers with a new Silver, Gold, and Platinum structure effective January 1...

American Airlines launches Recaro R2 seats on Embraer E175
American Airlines is introducing Recaro's R2 economy seats on its Embraer E175 regional jets this autumn, a first for a U.S. carrier and part of a...

United CEO Kirby Defends Airline Fare and Fee Structure
United Airlines CEO Scott Kirby justifies charges for preferred seats and higher fares as essential to cover costs and fund improvements, amid an...

American Airlines Makes Credit Card Training Mandatory For Flight Attendants
American Airlines has mandated credit card sales training for all flight attendants, with disciplinary action possible for non-completion.

American Airlines Builds Largest Admirals Club in Charlotte
American Airlines will open its biggest Admirals Club yet at Charlotte Douglas International Airport in early 2028, spanning over 40,000 square feet.
Southwest Airlines to Launch Icon Lounges in 2027
Southwest Airlines will open its first-ever airport lounges, called Icon, at four U.S. airports starting in late 2027, with access tied to a new...

American Airlines shifts network strategy under new commercial leadership
American Airlines is overhauling its leadership and network strategy, pivoting from a domestic focus to premium international growth.

United Airlines shifts elite status to spend-only model with higher 2027 thresholds
United Airlines will require 32,000 qualifying dollars for its top 1K status in 2027, up from 18,000 in 2024, as it moves to a purely spend-based...

ANA Partners with Quvia for In-Flight Connectivity Insights
All Nippon Airways is deploying a new platform to monitor passenger internet experience, while American Airlines plans to re-establish Los Angeles as...

Miami pursues revenue guarantee for Japan Airlines Tokyo route
Miami officials are advancing plans for a nonstop flight to Tokyo, leveraging a minimum revenue guarantee and upcoming aircraft deliveries to...

United and Delta Add Fees to First Class as American Holds Firm
United and Delta are launching stripped-down first-class fares with fewer benefits and new fees, while American Airlines maintains an inclusive...

Houthi missile destroys Saudia A320 at Riyadh airport
A Houthi ballistic missile destroyed an empty Saudia Airbus A320 at King Khalid International Airport on October 8, 2026, halting operations and...