American Airlines suspends service to 15 U.S. cities

Carriers could rack up more than $80 billion in losses this year due to the coronavirus pandemic's travel hit.

• Aug 20, 2020

American announced the merger with US Airways was a done deal, plus more MoneyWatch headlines

Members of the new American Airlines helped remotely ring the opening bell of the NASDAQ this morning. Just before the bell, American announced the merger with US Airways was a done deal. The government had tried to block the union. The merger lifts American out of bankruptcy protection.

• Dec 9, 2013
• 1:17

Airlines warn employees of possible furloughs

As demand for air travel continues to plummet amid the coronavirus pandemic, airlines across the country are warning their employees of possible furloughs to come that number in the thousands. Kris Van Cleave reports.

• Jul 18, 2020
• 2:03

Ted Cruz photographed flying without a mask

A spokesperson for Cruz said he wears a mask while traveling and had taken it off to drink and put it back on afterward, although there is no mask visible.

• Jul 14, 2020

American Airlines cutting 30% of management jobs

Carrier says it must become a "smaller airline for the foreseeable future" as it grapples with COVID-19 travel hit.

• May 28, 2020

Pilot arrested before takeoff

An American Airlines pilot was arrested at the Louisville Airport for a triple murder he allegedly committed four years ago. He was still in his uniform when police took his booking photo. Kris Van Cleave reports.

• May 13, 2019
• 1:35

MoneyWatch: AA, Dressbarn, Little Caesars

In today's MoneyWatch headlines, American Airlines is suing its mechanics' union, Little Caesars is offering a plant-based sausage pizza, and Dressbarn is closing all its stores citing unprofitability.

• May 21, 2019
• 1:14

Parents slam airline for care of minors

Angry parents say American Airlines left their children with disabilities stranded at an airport for several hours without proper meals or supervision. The nine kids were returning from a Virginia summer camp when a flight delay forced them to spend the night in a room for unaccompanied minors. Jericka Duncan reports.

• Aug 13, 2019
• 2:25

Airlines scrambling ahead of Hurricane Dorian

Airlines are already sending out alerts to passengers traveling through Florida, which is home to four of the nation's biggest airports. On Friday, the big carriers started offering waivers, allowing passengers to change their flights through Florida airports without penalty. Miami is a hub for American Airlines, which is offering waivers to 13 of the 16 airports they service throughout Florida. But with Dorian still a few days away, some fliers are making their getaway now. Mark Strassman reports.

• Aug 31, 2019
• 2:15

Mechanic charged with sabotaging flight

An American Airlines mechanic was charged with sabotaging a jetliner. The aircraft was filled with passengers and set to take-off. Jeff Pegues has the details.

• Sep 6, 2019
• 1:31

American Airlines mechanic accused of ISIS ties

An American Airlines mechanic charged with sabotaging a plane is now accused of having ties to terrorists. According to prosecutors, he shared videos stored on his cell phone of ISIS murders. Kris Van Cleave reports.

• Sep 18, 2019
• 1:37

Mechanic charged with sabotaging plane

There are new details in the case of an airline mechanic accused of sabotaging an American Airlines jetliner. Prosecutors say evidence unveiled at the suspect's bail hearing revealed he stored ISIS videos on his phone and made statements wishing Allah would harm non-Muslims. Kris Van Cleave reports.

• Sep 19, 2019
• 2:31

Tips for traveling amid coronavirus chaos

Over two dozen airlines, including major U.S. carriers, have canceled all flights to mainland China while suspending some flights to and from dozens of other cities, including London, Milan and Dubai. Delta and American Airlines announced they will be waiving fees for people who wish to change certain flights. Travel expert Brian Kelly joins "CBS This Morning" to discuss what potential travelers need to know.

• Mar 3, 2020
• 4:05

U.S. airlines face difficult recovery

U.S. airlines are taking a major financial hit from the coronavirus pandemic. Since mid-March, air travel has dropped 95% and the industry could lose $250 billion in revenue this year. CBS News transportation correspondent Kris Van Cleave joins CBSN's Reena Ninan for a closer look at how the industry is being impacted

• Apr 22, 2020
• 6:36

NYC hospital staff gifted free vacations

The hospital's workers, from doctors and nurses to the facilities and food service teams, will receive round trip flights and three-night hotel stays.

• May 10, 2020

Companies change gears during coronavirus pandemic

With the coronavirus pandemic spiking demands for essential goods like face masks and ventilators, companies across the U.S. are changing lanes to meet those needs. Kris Van Cleave reports.

• May 2, 2020
• 1:44

You have to wear a face mask on these airlines

Virtually every major U.S. airline insisting all customers wear their own face masks while flying, starting this month.

• May 1, 2020

American Airlines lost more than $2 billion last quarter

Carriers could lose lose $21 billion this year, with air travel within the U.S. down 95% from a year ago.

• Apr 30, 2020

Airlines seek $50 billion bailout from U.S.

Government grants, loan guarantees and tax waivers would easily surpass what carriers got after September 11 attacks.

• Mar 16, 2020

Investors fear American Airlines cash crunch after travel ban

The price of buying insurance against a possible default of the carrier's bonds has soared 5,700%.

• Mar 12, 2020

Airlines grapple with in-flight harassment

Reports of unruly in-flight behavior and assaults are common, but no national system exists to track incidents.

• Feb 18, 2020

United, American suspend Hong Kong flights as demand drops

The airlines said they're suspending flights to Hong Kong because of weak demand as the coronavirus spreads.

• Feb 5, 2020

Pilots sue American Airlines to stop flights to China

American operates 56 flights a month between Dallas/Fort Worth and China. Pilots seek halt until coronavirus contained.

• Jan 30, 2020

American Airlines adds non-binary gender booking options

The airline has not included the non-binary gender option in their online booking process yet.

• Dec 21, 2019

American Airlines cancels Boeing 737 Max flights until at least April

The FAA pushed back on the company's timeline for bringing the aircraft back into the sky after two deadly crashes.

• Dec 13, 2019

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