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• U.S. Seeks More Detail From BA and American on Tie-up

  ReutersUK - 2008-12-20

  WASHINGTON (Reuters UK) - The U.S. government has asked American Airlines, British Airways and Spain's Iberia to supply new information about the potential impact of their proposed alliance on competition.In an order on Friday, the Transportation Department sought more information on the airlines' plans for a limited tie-up, especially as...

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• U.S. Seeks More Detail From American/BA on Tie-up

  Reuters - 2008-12-20

  WASHINGTON (Reuters) - The U.S. government has asked American Airlines, British Airways Plc and Spain's Iberia to supply new information about the potential impact of their proposed alliance on competition.In an order on Friday, the Transportation Department sought more information on the airlines' plans for a limited tie-up, especially as...

  Tags: American Airlines, British Airways Plc., Antitrust, Corporate Law, Security, AMR Corp., Antitrust Immunity, Qantas Airways Ltd.

• Allied Pilots Association Members Voice Concerns about American Airlines' Antitrust, Joint Venture Applications

  - 2008-10-29

  FORT WORTH, Texas -- The Allied Pilots Association APA, certified collective bargaining agent for the 12,000 pilots of American Airlines (NYSE: AMR), asked its members beginning last week to contact lawmakers on Capitol Hill to echo the union's concerns about American Airlines' joint venture plans and related application for antitrust...

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• American Airlines Enlists The Royal Chef to Enhance Westbound European Menus

  - 2008-10-28

  Introducing New First and Business Class Menu Items Designed by Chef Darren McGrady, Former Private Chef to Diana, Princess of Wales FORT WORTH, Texas, Oct. 28 /PRNewswire-FirstCall/ -- Beginning Nov. 1, First and Business Class passengers traveling on American Airlines westbound European flights will be able to sample...

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• Republic Airways subsidiary amends agreement with American Airlines

  - 2008-10-27

  AIRLINE INDUSTRY INFORMATION-C1997-2008 M2 COMMUNICATIONS LTD Republic Airways Holdings Inc (NASDAQ:RJET) has announced that its subsidiary Chautauqua Airlines and AMR Corporation (NYSE:AMR), the parent company of American Airlines, have amended their services agreement. The amendment will result in the reduction of aircraft operating under the agreement from 15...

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• Republic Airways Amends Agreement with American Airlines

  - 2008-10-24

  INDIANAPOLIS -- Republic Airways Holdings Inc. (NASDAQ: RJET) announced today that its Chautauqua Airlines ("Chautauqua") subsidiary has reached agreement with AMR Corporation ("American"), to amend its services agreement. Key commercial terms of the amendment include: 1. The reduction of aircraft operating under the agreement, as of June 2009,...

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• American Airlines to relocate at Raleigh/Durham International Airport

  - 2008-10-24

  AIRLINE INDUSTRY INFORMATION-C1997-2008 M2 COMMUNICATIONS LTD American Airlines has announced that it is moving its operations from Terminal C to the new Terminal 2 at Raleigh/Durham International Airport RDU on Sunday 26 October. American said that, together with American Eagle, it has over 50 daily departures from RDU....

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• American Airlines Moves to Terminal 2 at Raleigh/Durham International Airport

  - 2008-10-23

  American Unveils New Admirals Club Lounge FORT WORTH, Texas, Oct. 23 /PRNewswire-FirstCall/ -- American Airlines, which has served the Raleigh/Durham market since 1985, is relocating its operations to Raleigh/Durham International Airport's new Terminal 2 on Sunday, Oct. 26. American, a founding member of the oneworldR Alliance, previously...

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• American Airlines offers Priority AAccess Privileges at JFK Airport

  - 2008-10-22

  AIRLINE INDUSTRY INFORMATION-C1997-2008 M2 COMMUNICATIONS LTD American Airlines announced on 21 October that is now offering PriorityAAccess privileges to its premium customers at John F Kennedy International Airport. American's AAdvantage elite status members, First and Business Class travellers, AAirpass customers and passengers with full-fare Economy Class tickets are...

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• American Airlines Unveils TV Commercial Highlighting Its Vast International Route Network

  - 2008-10-22

  New 'Big Man' Spot Extends Popular 'We Know Why You Fly' Campaign FORT WORTH, Texas, Oct. 22 /PRNewswire-FirstCall/ -- American Airlines today introduced its second of two new TV, out-of-home and online video commercials of the "We Know Why You Fly" brand campaign. The new ad, called "Big...

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• American Airlines Cargo Division Announces the U.S. Launch of E-Freight

  - 2008-10-22

  Paperless Initiative Begins New Era in Air Cargo FORT WORTH, Texas, Oct. 22 /PRNewswire-FirstCall/ -- American Airlines Cargo Division AA Cargo today announced its participation in the U.S. launch of an air cargo industry e-freight initiative which supports a move toward paperless documentation. The initiative is facilitated...

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• Vote for Your Favorite Road Warrior Finalist and You Could Win American Airlines AAdvantage Bonus Miles and Hilton HHonors Bonus Points

  - 2008-10-22

  FORT WORTH, Texas, Oct. 22 /PRNewswire-FirstCall/ -- American Way magazine, the award-winning inflight magazine of American Airlines, recently chose five finalists in the 7th Annual American Way Road Warrior Contest. Now, American Way readers will determine the Grand Prize, Second Prize, and Third Prize winners by voting online for...

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• Travel Roundup: American Sues Yahoo!, Polyglots Wanted, Oliver at Morgans and More

  BNET - 2008-10-22

  American Airlines sues Yahoo! over ads -- American Airlines filed a lawsuit against Yahoo! claiming that the portal would flash competitor's ads on American Airlines-related searches and possibly divert its customers. American filed a similar lawsuit against Google last year. [Source: CNET] Atlanta hoteliers speak the language and pay...

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• American Airlines Now Offers PriorityAAccess Privileges to Its Top Customers at JFK Airport

  - 2008-10-21

  PriorityAAccess at Terminal 8 Eases Check In, Security, Boarding for AAdvantage Elite Status Members, First and Business Class Travelers, AAirpass Customers, and Passengers Traveling on Full-Fare Economy Class Tickets NEW YORK, Oct. 21 /PRNewswire-FirstCall/ -- American Airlines is now offering PriorityAAccessSM privileges to its top customers at John...

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• JoinTheDot(TM) Day "What's Your Message to the Next President?" Hits the Streets of LA

  - 2008-10-21

  WHO: JoinTheDotTM "What's Your Message to the Next President?," sponsored by American Airlines, and in collaboration with Rock the Vote and Ken Kragen, the legendary producer of "Hands Across America" and "We are the World." ABOUT: JoinTheDotTM will be traveling around Los Angeles in conjunction with their...

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• American Airlines enters purchase agreement with Boeing

  - 2008-10-16

  AIRLINE INDUSTRY INFORMATION-C1997-2008 M2 COMMUNICATIONS LTD American Airlines Inc, a wholly-owned subsidiary of AMR Corporation (NYSE:AMR), reported that it has entered a purchase agreement with Boeing (NYSE:BA). The agreement is for American Airlines to initially acquire 42 Boeing 787-9 Dreamliners, with rights to purchase up to a further...

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• American Airlines Federal Credit Union to Present a Car-Buying Seminar Exclusively for Women

  - 2008-10-16

  FORT WORTH, Texas, Oct. 16 /PRNewswire/ -- American Airlines Federal Credit Union will present "Smart! Savvy! Sophisticated!" -- a seminar designed to empower women by teaching the necessary tools to find and purchase the right car. Barbara Terry, auto expert and off-road race car driver, will host the event....

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• American Airlines Federal Credit Union to Celebrate Grand Opening in Irving, Texas

  - 2008-10-16

  Special Offers Available Only At New Branch FORT WORTH, Texas, Oct. 16 /PRNewswire/ -- American Airlines Federal Credit Union AA Credit Union is celebrating the grand opening of its newest Texas branch Saturday, Oct. 25, from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. at 8333 Royal Ridge, Suite 150, in...

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• American Airlines Takes Major Fleet Renewal Step by Announcing Plans to Acquire Boeing 787-9 Dreamliners

  - 2008-10-15

  Under Purchase Agreement with The Boeing Company, American Plans to Buy 42 Fuel-Efficient Boeing 787-9 Dreamliners, with Rights to Acquire up to 58 Additional 787s While American Battles Near-Term Challenges, it will Continue to Invest in its Long-Term Future FORT WORTH, Texas, Oct. 15 /PRNewswire-FirstCall/ -- American...

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• Travel Roundup: MGM Mirage Quits, American Plans on Dreamliners, Singapore Airlines Drops Weight and More

  BNET - 2008-10-15

  MGM Mirage quits Nevada Resort Association -- The MGM Mirage, which has 10 resorts on the Las Vegas strip, withdrew from the Nevada Resort Association Tuesday in an effort to cut costs. The company was the association's largest member. It is unknown how much money would be saved by leaving...

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