American Airlines

American Airlines, Inc.1-800-433-7300 (AA) is the largest airline of the United States. It is based in Fort Worth It was founded in 1930 with the name American Airways. 82 small airlines were combined in 1930 to form American. In 1934, the name was officially changed to American Airlines. In 1960 American developed the "Semi-Automated Business Research Environment" (SABRE), the world's first airline computerized reservations system. They also introduced a frequent-flyer program and an airline lounge.https://www.aa.com/i18n/amrcorp/corporateInformation/facts/admiralshistory.jsp In 1999, American became a founding member of Oneworld alongside British Airways, Canadian Airlines (until 2000), Cathay Pacific and Qantas. In 2001, American bought TWA. In 2011, American filed for bankruptcy. American was combined with US Airways in 2013.  In 2016, American introduced a new no-frills fare to compete with many low-cost carriers.American Airlines Reservations: Complete Guide To Low Fares – Airline Dial.  airlinedial. 2006–2007 Session.

 Reward programs 
AAdvantage is the frequent-flyer program of American Airlines, launched on May 1, 1981. As of 2021, it is the world’s largest program with over 115 million members.  Members earn miles through flights and partner services, redeemable for tickets, upgrades, hotel stays, car rentals, and other rewards. Elite tiers—Gold, Platinum, Platinum Pro, and Executive Platinum—offer benefits such as priority check-in, upgrades, and reciprocal privileges with Oneworld partner airlines. Co-branded credit cards are issued in various regions, primarily through Citi in the U.S. One-way award travel starts at 7,500 miles.

The Admirals Club was introduced in 1939 by American Airlines president C.R. Smith as a promotional program, initially granting “admiral” status to valued passengers.  The first lounge opened at New York’s LaGuardia Airport, followed by a location at Washington National Airport.  Originally invitation-only, it transitioned to a paid membership system in 1974 after a discrimination lawsuit.

The Flagship Lounge is a premium facility for international and transcontinental first and business class passengers. Operated alongside the Admirals Club, it offers enhanced amenities and services.

 Accidents and incidents (only 5 listed) 
 American Airlines Flight 191 (1979)
 American Airlines Flight 965 (1995)
 American Airlines Flight 1420 (1999)
 American Airlines Flight 11 (2001)
 American Airlines Flight 77 (2001)
 American Airlines Flight 587 (2001)

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 References 

 Other websites 

 American Airlines official website
American Airlines Video and Audio on MarketWatch

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