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Labor unions push for leadership shake-up at American Airlines amid profit slump
business6 days ago

Labor unions push for leadership shake-up at American Airlines amid profit slump

Two major American Airlines unions are pressuring CEO Robert Isom and the board to oust leadership after the carrier posted a modest $0.4 billion profit in 2025 and faced significant weather-related cancellations, including protests outside Fort Worth. While rivals Delta and United posted much larger profits, American is pursuing revenue boosts from paid luxuries and premium services as industry-wide headwinds persist, such as storms and slower aircraft production.

via Jalopnik|
#american-airlines#aviation-industry#business
American Airlines Flight Attendants Demand Leadership Change After No-Confidence Vote
business15 days ago

American Airlines Flight Attendants Demand Leadership Change After No-Confidence Vote

The Association of Professional Flight Attendants unanimously passed a no-confidence vote in American Airlines CEO Robert Isom, the first such vote in the airline’s history, citing a “downward spiral” of mounting losses and operational failures that have left frontline workers sleeping on airport floors. The union says Isom’s leadership and a failed corporate strategy have harmed customers and profits and demands accountability and a leadership change, while American has offered only statements from Isom about its 2026 plan; Isom has led the airline since March 2022.

via cbsnews.com|
#american-airlines#business#flight-attendants
Unions Push for Leadership Change at American Airlines as CEO Faces No-Confidence Vote
business16 days ago

Unions Push for Leadership Change at American Airlines as CEO Faces No-Confidence Vote

American Airlines flight attendants' union APFA voted unanimously no confidence in CEO Robert Isom, citing leadership failures, weak post-pandemic performance, and a strategy that has fallen behind rivals, with the Allied Pilots Association weighing a similar move. The unions demand accountability and leadership changes, while American defends its 2026 plan to improve customer experience and profitability and notes a 2024 contract with flight attendants; loyalty program members will also receive free Wi‑Fi on flights.

via WFAA|
#airline-industry#american-airlines#business
American Airlines Unveils 1920s-Inspired Inflight Menu to Celebrate 100 Years
business18 days ago

American Airlines Unveils 1920s-Inspired Inflight Menu to Celebrate 100 Years

American Airlines marks its 100th anniversary in 2026 with centennial-themed inflight dining. Preorders begin February 9, with menu debuts in March for international and transcontinental Flagship First/Business, and in April for domestic First Class. Dishes draw from 1920s flavors—Beef Wellington, Waldorf salad, caviar blinis, deviled eggs, and more—offering modern takes on the decade's dining. The celebration also includes a centennial livery, a dedicated site, and commemorative merchandise planned throughout 2026.

via American Airlines Newsroom|
#1920s#american-airlines#business
American Airlines Plans Return to Venezuela, First U.S. Carrier Back Since 2019
business27 days ago

American Airlines Plans Return to Venezuela, First U.S. Carrier Back Since 2019

American Airlines plans to resume U.S.-Venezuela flights for the first time since 2019, aiming to be the first U.S. carrier to restart service after unrest prompted widespread cuts; the airline will seek federal permissions and security clearances, while Delta and United had paused service, and recent Caribbean airspace disruptions followed U.S. strikes in Venezuela.

via CNBC|
#airlines#american-airlines#aviation
American Airlines to Resume nonstop US–Venezuela flights pending approvals
business27 days ago

American Airlines to Resume nonstop US–Venezuela flights pending approvals

American Airlines announced plans to reinstate nonstop service between the United States and Venezuela, becoming the first carrier to reconnect the two countries. The flights are contingent on government approvals and security assessments and are intended to support business, leisure and humanitarian travel. The airline, which has a 30-year history with Venezuela, says it will work with regulatory authorities, unions and staff before resuming service.

via American Airlines Newsroom|
#air-travel#american-airlines#business
American Airlines Posts Record 2025 Revenue, Sets Ambitious 2026 Cash-Flow Target
business29 days ago

American Airlines Posts Record 2025 Revenue, Sets Ambitious 2026 Cash-Flow Target

American Airlines reported record 2025 revenue of $54.6B (Q4 revenue of $14.0B), with GAAP net income of $99M in Q4 and $111M for the year and adjusted net income of $106M and $237M. The carrier reduced debt by $2.1B in 2025 and issued 2026 guidance of $1.70–$2.70 in adjusted EPS and more than $2B in free cash flow, despite a $325M revenue hit from a government shutdown. Early 2026 indicators are positive: Q1 revenue is expected to rise 7–10%, systemwide demand is running double-digit higher at the start of the year, and Premium offerings and network/fleet investments remain a core focus.

via American Airlines Newsroom|
#american-airlines#business#debt
American Airlines targets 2026 revenue growth as premium push drives recovery
business29 days ago

American Airlines targets 2026 revenue growth as premium push drives recovery

American Airlines forecast 7-10% first-quarter 2026 revenue growth versus 2025 and about a $2 mid-point increase in adjusted EPS for 2026, even after Q4 revenue was hit by roughly $325 million from the government shutdown. Q4 revenue came in at $14 billion with adjusted EPS of $0.16 (vs $0.34 expected); a winter storm also trimmed 2026 capacity guidance by about 1.5 percentage points and shed $150-200 million in revenue. The carrier is betting on strong premium demand and ongoing investments in product, fleets and loyalty to narrow the profitability gap with Delta and United.

via CNBC|
#american-airlines#business#earnings
Winter Storm Cancels Thousands of U.S. Flights as Travel Slows
travel1 month ago

Winter Storm Cancels Thousands of U.S. Flights as Travel Slows

A weekend winter storm disrupted U.S. air travel, with about 4,000 flights canceled and more than 2,000 delayed as of Monday morning; the Northeast bore the heaviest impact, though major hubs nationwide saw disruptions. American Airlines was hit hardest, canceling around 3,000 flights Friday–Sunday and more than 650 on Monday. Officials hoped normal schedules would resume by midweek (Wednesday) as conditions improved, though lingering ice and cold could slow progress.

via The New York Times|
#air-travel#american-airlines#flight-cancellations
American Airlines widens its domestic network with five new ORD and LAX routes
business1 month ago

American Airlines widens its domestic network with five new ORD and LAX routes

American Airlines is expanding its premier domestic network with five new routes from Chicago O’Hare (ORD) and Los Angeles (LAX): ORD to Allentown (ABE) and Columbia (CAE) with twice-daily service starting May 21; ORD to Kahului (OGG) daily from December 17 through March 27, 2027; and LAX to Cleveland (CLE) and Washington, D.C. (IAD) starting April 7 with daily flights. Tickets go on sale January 26. The airline highlights premium seating and miles earning on a network that it says will offer up to 7,000 peak daily departures this summer, reinforcing its claim of the nation’s premier domestic network.

via American Airlines Newsroom|
#american-airlines#business#lax
American Airlines Expands Domestic Network with New ORD and LAX Routes
business1 month ago

American Airlines Expands Domestic Network with New ORD and LAX Routes

American Airlines announced new routes from Chicago O’Hare to Allentown (ABE), Columbia (CAE) and Kahului (OGG), and from Los Angeles to Cleveland (CLE) and Washington, D.C. (IAD). The services will launch this spring with daily flights on most links, include premium seating options, and strengthen the carrier’s nationwide network while offering more ways to earn and redeem AAdvantage miles.

via American Airlines Newsroom|
#aadvantage-miles#american-airlines#business