More than a week after Delta triggered a rush by major U.S. airlines to extend elite flyers’ status, American announced Monday it will do the same while also making it […]
When Will My Airline Miles Expire?
Few things are more exciting than earning credit card points, airline miles, and hotel points to fuel your travels. But accidentally letting those hard-earned miles expire? Talk about frustrating. Every […]
American Allows Basic Economy to Pay for Seat Selection at Purchase
Among the long, long list of reasons basic economy hurts travelers, the inability to pick your own seat is at the top. Airlines use the prospect of getting stuck in […]
Following Delta’s Lead, American Will Honor Changes for Missed Flights
A day after Delta announced a new policy that would automatically credit travelers’ accounts when they miss or skip a flight through April, American is following suit – sort of. […]
Delta, American Pause Flights to Milan as Italy’s Coronavirus Cases Surge
The cuts to airline routes caused by coronavirus keep stacking up. Both Delta and American have stopped flying to Milan-Malpensa (MXP) in northern Italy until at least late April. American […]
American Eliminates Close-In Booking Fees on AAdvantage Awards
American Airlines has eliminated the $75 fee on award tickets booked within 21 days of departure, the last of the major U.S. carriers to do so. American has long […]
Iberia is Blocking American Airlines Award Bookings Again
Back in the spring, award bookings on American Airlines flights using Iberia Avios – one of the best ways to book short domestic flights in the U.S. – were […]
American Embraces Dynamic Award Pricing with Sky-High Business, First Rates
American Airlines started inching toward dynamic award pricing earlier this year with Economy Web Specials. These are discounted award fares with some extra restrictions (no changes or cancellations unless […]
So BAAsic: American Will Start Serving Hard Seltzer Next Month
White Claw Summer may be over, but American Airlines is joining the hard seltzer craze. American will begin serving Truly Hard Seltzer onboard select flights starting Jan. 1. The […]
American Airlines Will Tone Down In-Flight Credit Card Hawking
Flying American Airlines comes with a few hallmarks. These days, it’s somewhat rare you’ll have seatback entertainment. You may arrive late (though American is improving on this front after […]
MASSIVE: Worldwide American Award Sale! Up to 50% Off Nationwide!
Strap in for one of the biggest sales on award flights you’ll ever see. American Airlines has launched an unadvertised nationwide flash sale on flights using AAdvantage miles, with up […]
American is Trying to Make More Money on Basic Economy Seat Selection
Among the many reasons basic economy fares are a drag, the inability to pick your seat is at the top of the list. At least that’s how it seems. […]