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As one of the largest carriers in the world, American Airlines plays a pivotal role in shaping the future of global aviation. At PhocusWire, we bring you the latest American Airlines news, tracking the company's digital innovation, operational strategies, and evolving partnerships within the broader travel ecosystem.

The latest news, innovations, and alliances for American Airlines

Our reporting covers everything from technology upgrades and loyalty program changes to distribution shifts and regulatory developments. Discover how American Airlines is leveraging data, automation, and customer-facing tools to streamline the traveler journey while responding to market demands and industry pressures.

In fighting mood, Orbitz signs deal with Ultimate Fighting Championship
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In fighting mood, Orbitz signs deal with Ultimate Fighting Championship
By Dennis Schaal | December 9, 2010
Orbitz Worldwide is in a fighting mood and it has nothing to do with American Airlines and hearings scheduled for Dec. 10 and 13 in Chicago about a temporary restraining order. Read More
Orbitz for Business plan for American Airlines termination -- offline bookings
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Orbitz for Business plan for American Airlines termination -- offline bookings
By Dennis Schaal | December 1, 2010
Orbitz for Business is telling corporate customers that they would be able to book American Airlines flights offline if the airline removes its fares from Orbitz Worldwide. Read More
American Airlines, British Airways share revenue and Denver lounge
By Dennis Schaal | November 30, 2010
American Airlines and British Airways, taking advantage of their new commercial cooperation, opened a joint Admirals Club lounge at Denver International Airport. Read More
Five major airlines on the Dell model and a bargaining chip
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Five major airlines on the Dell model and a bargaining chip
By Dennis Schaal | November 23, 2010
Five major U.S. airlines have candidly revealed their distribution strategy about optional services -- these bag and meal fees are one of the few bargaining chips the airlines have to compel global... Read More
Travelport wins restraining order against American Airlines withdrawal from Orbitz
By Dennis Schaal | November 19, 2010
A judge in Chicago today temporarily blocked American Airlines from terminating its contracts with Orbitz Worldwide Dec. 1. Read More
American Airlines: Travelport using intimidation tactics
By Dennis Schaal | November 10, 2010
American Airlines and Travelport -- already facing off in courtrooms in Chicago and Fort Worth, Texas -- traded charges today about who pays for flight and optional services access if travel agents hook... Read More
American, Delta, Air Canada mull self-service bag tagging
By Dennis Schaal | November 8, 2010
American, Delta and Air Canada all are talking to the U.S. Transporation Security Administration about pilot programs that would enable passengers to tag their own luggage instead of having ticket... Read More
American Airlines files legal action against Travelport
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American Airlines files legal action against Travelport
By Dennis Schaal | November 6, 2010
The lawyers for American Airlines and Travelport had very busy Fridays as both companies took legal action against the other over American's notice that it will pull out of Orbitz and the consequent... Read More
Travelport sues American Airlines to protect Orbitz
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Travelport sues American Airlines to protect Orbitz
By Kevin May | November 6, 2010
Travelport is taking the legal route to protect Orbitz from being sidelined by American Airlines, with confirmation that papers were filed in a US court late on Friday 5 November. Read More
Orbitz pushes program for travel agents
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Orbitz pushes program for travel agents
By Dennis Schaal | November 5, 2010
Orbitz is making a renewed push to get travel agents to sign up for its Orbitz for Agents program. Read More
Direct connect dispute -- American Airlines to pull flights off Orbitz Dec. 1
By Dennis Schaal | November 4, 2010
American Airlines apparently has expanded its direct-connect drive beyond the GDSs and taken it to the online travel agencies, specifically Orbitz. Read More
American Airlines-GDS negotiations have come up empty so far
By Dennis Schaal | September 23, 2010
American Airlines says it invited the major global distribution systems to tie into its new direct-connect technology and negotiated with them for more than a year. Read More
American Airlines solicits travel agencies for direct-connect
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American Airlines solicits travel agencies for direct-connect
By Dennis Schaal | September 20, 2010
American Airlines is proceeding with plans to sign up travel agencies to access its reservations system through AA Direct Connect and outside the global distribution systems. Read More
American Airlines investigating puppy deaths
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American Airlines investigating puppy deaths
By Dennis Schaal | August 4, 2010
American Airlines wants to get out front of a tragedy involving some puppies. Read More
American Airlines and JetBlue to implement interline agreement
By Dennis Schaal | July 19, 2010
Soon you'll be able to book American Airlines flights on JetBlue.com and JetBlue flights on AA.com. Read More
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