American Airlines

Art Torno to retire from American Airlines

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  American Airlines announced that Art Torno, senior vice president – international and cargo, has announced his retirement in April after 38 years with the airline.   “During Art’s long career with American, he has helped establish the airline as a leading international carrier. His leadership and vision have been instrumental in supporting our people and strengthening our presence around the world,” said American’s chairman and CEO Doug Parker. “American Airlines is a better place … [Read more...] about Art Torno to retire from American Airlines

American, Delta apply for LA-Beijing

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American Airlines has submitted a proposal to the US Department of Transportation to begin daily nonstop service from Los Angeles to the Chinese capital of Beijing, two weeks after Delta Air Lines announced a similar bid. Currently, Air China is the only airline operating direct flights from Los Angeles to Beijing. Both airlines said they would like to begin service from Los Angeles International Airport to Beijing Capital International Airport starting 16 December, but with a limited number … [Read more...] about American, Delta apply for LA-Beijing

Qantas, AA seek regulatory approval for transpac JV

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Qantas and American Airlines plan to add at least two new transpacific routes in the next five years if they get final regulatory approvals for their joint venture on flights between Australasia and mainland North America. Although the routes were not specified, Qantas chief executive Alan Joyce has publicly stated his interest in a Melbourne-Dallas service once the airline begins receiving new B787-9 aircraft from 2017. American Airlines, which began flying the Sydney-Los Angeles route last … [Read more...] about Qantas, AA seek regulatory approval for transpac JV

American Airlines Cargo does first live animal transfer

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Tiffany the dog has become American Airlines Cargo’s first ever live animal movement between The Netherlands and the US.  Tiffany – a Dutch Smoushond became an animal VIP when specialist animal movements’ forwarder – Animals to Fly – called on AA Cargo to organise her transport to Philadelphia. Dutch Smoushond’s are extremely rare and Tiffany is only a puppy so required additional specialist handling and care.  AA Cargo’s GSA in The Netherlands – FlyUs – assigned animal loving team members … [Read more...] about American Airlines Cargo does first live animal transfer

Single op cert for American/US Airways

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American Airlines and US Airways moved a step closer to full integration this week after the US Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) gave the green light for the two to legally operate as one airline under a single operating certificate. “Think of it as the ultimate enabler for integration,” said Ed Bular, a senior vice president in charge of American’s effort to obtain a single operating certificate. “The rest of the airline really cannot integrate until the airline … [Read more...] about Single op cert for American/US Airways