American Airlines Boosts Profit On Higher Revenue
American Airlines has announced its highest quarterly profit in the history of the airline, and the company will share some of the gains with shareholders.
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American Airlines has announced its highest quarterly profit in the history of the airline, and the company will share some of the gains with shareholders.
Lawyers and other specialists who worked on the American Airlines bankruptcy case could get $371 million plus $16 million in expenses.
American Airlines has negotiated tentative labor contracts covering more than 11,000 mechanics and other employees at US Airways. The deals are subject to an employee vote.
A cross-country flight had to make an unscheduled landing when a service dog pooped twice in the aisle, sickening passengers with the odor.
The U.S. airline industry is slowly adding jobs. Passenger airlines employed the equivalent of 383,610 full-time workers in March, an increase of nearly 1 percent from last year.
This winter was the worst for fliers in the 20 years that the government has been collecting data, the Department of Transportation announced Tuesday.
The battle for two gates at Dallas Love Field could finally end on Wednesday. Three airlines are hoping to score those gates, and the Dallas City Council is set to discuss the issue.
Virgin America founder Sir Richard Branson knows how to attract attention. On Monday night, Branson returns to North Texas to hold a rally in Dallas to build support for the airline's move to Love Field Airport.
Virgin America on Friday announced new routes out of Dallas Love Field. But a consultant will tell city leaders on Monday that Southwest Airlines should actually get those gates.
A federal judge has rejected an attempt by American Airlines to quickly cut off benefits for many of its retirees. American wants retirees who wish to keep their benefits to pay all the cost. Now the dispute could go to negotiations or a trial.
American Airlines and US Airways announced changes Tuesday to their policies on checked-bag fees and redeeming miles for free flights. Find out what is now different.
US Airways is joining the venture that lets American Airlines and British Airways work together on setting prices and schedules between the U.S. and Europe.
American Airlines and US Airways canceled more than 14,000 flights last month -- more than double the rate from a year earlier -- as winter storms disrupted travel.
American Airlines is getting more than $425 million from selling takeoff and landing slots at New York's LaGuardia Airport and Reagan National Airport outside Washington.
Pilots for US Airways are suing to have an arbitrator settle a standoff with American Airlines pilots over seniority rights as the two carriers are combined.
American Airlines has dropped bereavement fares. It's a policy the Fort Worth-based airline is adopting from US Airways as the two companies complete a merger.
Fort Worth-based American Airlines has ended its policy of extending special fares to passengers who must book a last-minute flight because of a relative's death.
The CEO of American Airlines netted a profit of $13.4 million from selling shares and options that he accumulated while running US Airways.
Traffic and a key revenue figure are up at American Airlines and US Airways, which merged last year. The company said that traffic in January went up by 3.8 percent.
As American Airlines flies into its first year after merging with US Airways, fares are up, fuel costs are down, and the company is beating Wall Street's profit predictions.
American Airlines is reporting a $2 billion loss for the fourth quarter because of charges mostly related to its bankruptcy reorganization and merger with US Airways.
American Airlines has announced that it will use travel-technology company Sabre to develop a single reservations system under the carrier's merger with US Airways.
Unions for flight attendants at American Airlines and US Airways said that they have a deal which could result in both groups being governed by a single labor contract.
US Airways will move its Pittsburgh based operations center to North Texas.
To distinguish itself from the newly formed American Airlines Group, regional carrier American Eagle is changing its name to Envoy in Spring 2014.
Police are searching for a suspect who a source described as wearing all black with a white baseball cap.
The disappearance of "Today" show co-host Savannah Guthrie's mother, Nancy Guthrie, is being investigated as a crime.
Internal turmoil, missing records, and clashing narratives raise new questions about the nonprofit's management and oversight.
There is a small chance for a few sprinkles across portions of North Texas, as a weak disturbance pushes south, but most will just see clouds.
American athletes are preparing for the 2026 Milano Cortina Winter Olympics. These are some of the top Team USA competitors to watch.
Police are searching for a suspect who a source described as wearing all black with a white baseball cap.
The disappearance of "Today" show co-host Savannah Guthrie's mother, Nancy Guthrie, is being investigated as a crime.
Internal turmoil, missing records, and clashing narratives raise new questions about the nonprofit's management and oversight.
According to the TEFA website, more than 1,400 private schools from Pre-K to high schools are participating.
There is a small chance for a few sprinkles across portions of North Texas, as a weak disturbance pushes south, but most will just see clouds.
The CEO a Dallas nonprofit resigned after a CBS News Texas I-Team investigation that revealed the organization had failed to follow through on its core promises.
Seven years after a deadly school bus-train crash in Athens, the same crossing still lacks gates or lights—despite repeated promises to fix it.
A CBS News Texas investigation found those daily meals no longer being delivered to schools, despite the nonprofit's claims to the contrary.
It once fed thousands of kids. So, how did a Dallas non-profit's core mission fall apart? CBS News Texas investigates.
A Fort Worth firefighter severely burned in the line of duty is speaking out after his family, the public and politicians said the workers' compensation system failed him, denying him of much needed care.
Federal authorities are releasing fourth-grader Elizabeth Zuna, the first of several students detained by immigration officers in the Minneapolis suburb of Columbia Heights, school officials said.
A spokesman for Sen. Mitch McConnell said the Kentucky Republican's "prognosis is positive."
Starting March 1, the SBA will no longer guarantee loans for small businesses owned by foreign nationals, including green card holders.
Hillary Clinton will appear for a deposition on Feb. 26, while former President Bill Clinton will appear on Feb. 27, according to the House Oversight Committee.
In a state Senate race in Fort Worth's Tarrant County, Democrat Taylor Rehmet defeated Republican Leigh Wambsganss by 14 points — a 30-point swing from President Trump's results in 2024.
A lawsuit filed late last month took Chicago-based McDonald's to task over the McRib sandwich, calling its name a form of false advertising.
While retailers like Amazon, Macy's and Target are extending their return window for gifts bought during the holidays, some stores are adding fees to return purchases.
Less than two days after Delta Air Lines offered $30,000 to each passenger on board the flight that crashed and flipped in Toronto on Monday afternoon, the company is facing its first two lawsuits in the incident — and they likely won't be the last.
Texas Agricultural Commissioner Sid Miller is calling for a statewide ban on non-water additives, such as fluoride, in the public water system.
Last year, over 16 million vehicles drove on North Texas toll roads without paying, accumulating more than $69 million in unpaid tolls.
U.S. life expectancy rose to 79 years in 2024 - the highest mark in American history. But the U.S. still ranks below dozens of other countries.
Weather-related closures left Carter BloodCare 4,000 units of blood and blood components short of what it needs.
The state of Texas is investing $50 million in research on psychedelic therapies.
Walk with a Doc invites community members to join low-pressure group walks led by physicians.
The largest nurses strike ever in New York City is underway as thousands of NYSNA members walk off their jobs at major hospitals.
Prominent political and business leaders are named in the documents released by the Justice Department in connection with its investigations into Jeffrey Epstein.
A Dallas coffee chain says it's caught in a political firestorm after a walkout over an ICE discount.
During the World Cup, soccer fans will be able to get a taste of what North Texas' new professional soccer team, Atletico Dallas, has to offer.
Salad and Go, a drive-thru salad chain, said on Wednesday that it will close all remaining Texas and Oklahoma stores.
Venezuela is said to have the largest amount of these reserves in the world.
American athletes are preparing for the 2026 Milano Cortina Winter Olympics. These are some of the top Team USA competitors to watch.
The death last month of former NFL player Kevin Johnson is possibly linked to three other killings of unhoused people in the same area that occurred over the last four months, detectives said.
Thomas Harley scored at 2:05 of overtime, and the Dallas Stars matched their longest winning streak of the season at five games with a 4-3 victory over the Winnipeg Jets.
Munn was promoted from defensive coordinator after Riley Dodge joined the staff at SMU.
Prominent political and business leaders are named in the documents released by the Justice Department in connection with its investigations into Jeffrey Epstein.
The sheriff says the note was sent to a local Arizona news station, which agreed not to report on it, following the disappearance of "Today" show co-host Savannah Guthrie's mother, Nancy Guthrie.
Chuck Negron, a founding member of Three Dog Night whose lead vocals powered a string of hits for one of the top rock acts of the late 1960s and early '70s has died. He was 83.
Prominent political and business leaders are named in the documents released by the Justice Department in connection with its investigations into Jeffrey Epstein.
Bad Bunny used his Grammy acceptance speech on Sunday to denounce U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement and call for the end of the ongoing immigration crackdown.
The 2026 Grammy Awards recognized the best of the best in music from last year, with big wins for Kendrick Lamar and Bad Bunny. Here's the full list of winners and nominees.
The Red Bull Flugtag Airshow returned to Las Colinas on Saturday after a 12-year hiatus. Teams are tasked with constructing a flying machine and putting it to the test. It's estimated that around 25,000 people attended the event.
A suspect was taken into custody after an attack on Pearl Street Mall in Boulder on June 1 in which there were 15 people and a dog who were victims. The suspect threw Molotov cocktails that burned some of the victims, who were part of a march for Israeli hostages.
The Neonatal Intensive Care Unit babies at Texas Health locations across North Texas celebrated Valentine's Day.
As Anthony Davis prepared for his debut game at the AAC, Dallas Mavericks fans took to the arena to protest the controversial trade.
A look back at the esteemed personalities who've left us this year, who'd touched us with their innovation, creativity and humanity.
