American Airlines

On April 15, 1926, Charles Lindberg flew the first American Airline and since then there is no looking back. After 8 years of mail routes, it has emerged as one of the largest airlines in the world in terms of fleet size, scheduled passengers carried, scheduled passengers-Km. flown and a number of destinations covered. It is the founding member of oneWorld Alliance which is the third largest alliance in the world and coordinates fares, services and scheduling of the alliance partners British Airways, Iberia and Finnair in the transatlantic market and with Cathy Pacific, Japan Airlines in the transpacific market whereas regional services are operated by independent and subsidiary carriers under the brand name American Eagle.

American Airline Flights

Together with regional partner American Eagle, it offers an average of nearly 6,700 flights daily to 330 destinations in 50 countries. As the founding member of oneWorld alliance, its members and members-elect offer 14,250 daily flights to nearly 1,000 destinations across 150 countries. Throughout the years it has created more than 900,000 jobs worldwide and supported nearly 1,400 non-profit organizations. In the year 2016, American Airlines Group Inc. had topped the Fortune Magazine list of best business turnarounds and its stock joined the S&P500 index.

With headquartered in Fort Worth, Texas, within the Dallas-Fort Worth metroplex, it occupies a total of about 1.4 million sq. feet and is a home to more than 4,300 employees. The American Maintenance and Engineering Center at Tulsa(TUL) is one of the largest and sophisticated aviation maintenance facilities in the world with over 5,000 employees.

So if you want to give a flying start to your journey to any corner of the world then the comfort and facilities offered by the American Airline is the best.

Classes of Service

Basic Economy Class

If you want to fly with the lowest fare then try Basic Economy of American Airlines. There are some restrictions but you still get a comfortable seat in the Main Cabin and enjoy free snacks, soft drinks and in-flight entertainment. Some of the services offered by the Basic Economy Class include:

• You can board with 1 carry-on and 1-person item. The carry-on item must fit in the overhead bin and be no longer than 22X14X9 inches whereas a personal item like a purse or a handbag must fit under the seat in front of you be no longer than 18X14X8 inches.
• Flights within Canada, U.S, Central America, Mexico and Caribbean, you can choose a specific seat within 48 hours of departure for a fee otherwise the seats will be automatically assigned for free at check-in.
• Flights to and from Europe you can choose a specific seat at any time for a fee, otherwise, seat will be automatically assigned for free at check-in.

Premium Economy Class

A Premium Economy Class of American Airlines offers you an elevated travel experience and the ticket includes special amenities with seats behind Flagship®, Business or First. The facilities include:

• Wider seats with more legroom with extendable foot and headrest.
• Enjoy free entertainment on-demand with larger monitors and noise-reducing headphones.
• While you are on board you can use the Wi-Fi, Plus every seat includes power outlets and USB ports.
• Enjoy premium dining experience which is full of healthy meals and customized depending when and where you are going along with the variety of complimentary beers, wines and spirits.
• Feel comfortable with a complimentary amenity kit, a pillow and a blanket.
• The Premium Economy Class passengers also enjoy priority privileges such as speed check-in, security and boarding at the airport and get your bags checked first when you land.

Business Class

The Business Class of American Airlines offers you the highest level of comfort and service even for the shortest distance of travel. You will get the privileges like speed through check-in, security and boarding at the airport and get your checked bags first when you land. Some other facilities offered by the Business Class of American Airlines include:

• Relax and wider seats with more leg rooms for the passengers.
• While you are on board you can use the Wi-Fi, Plus every seat includes power outlets and USB ports.
• Get comfortable with complimentary pillow and blankets during your journey.
• Get the taste of meals inspired by the top chefs and choose from a larger menu and can pair it with the award-winning wines as well.
• All entertainment is free and you can choose from 16 live channels or the latest in movies and TV, all from your personal device.

First Class

Enjoy the highest level of service and comfort in your First Class seats some of the privileges offered by it include:

• Get the speed through check-in, security and boarding at the airport and get your checked bags first when you land.
• The First Class Cabins have comfy seats which are wider and have more space for legs.
• Enjoy the premium dining experience which is delicious, healthy and customized depending upon where you are travelling. Enjoy the complimentary beers, wines and spirits to complement your in-flight menu.
• All in-flight entertainment is free which you can choose from 16 live channels with setback and wireless streaming is available on select aircraft.
• Never miss a beat while you’re on board – you can buy Wi-Fi on select aircraft.