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Report Features American's Commitment to Customers, the Environment, Community and its People FORT WORTH, Texas, May 22, 2013 /PRNewswire/ -- A leader in corporate citizenship, AMR Corporation, the parent company of American Airlines and its regional affiliate American Eagle, today released its 2012 Corporate Responsibility Report (CRR). This fifth annual report details the company's progress and commitment in four key focus areas: customer service and safety, environmental...

AAdvantage Members Can Donate via American Airlines to Help People Affected by the Storms' Devastation FORT WORTH, Texas, May 22, 2013 /PRNewswire/ -- American Airlines and American Eagle are working with the American Red Cross to aid people affected by the major tornadoes that have struck Oklahoma, including areas of Oklahoma City. The storms have left widespread swathes of destruction, injury and loss of life, and have left thousands homeless. Members of the American Airlines...

Improving On-Time Performance with New Boarding Process FORT WORTH, Texas, May 16, 2013 /PRNewswire/ -- American Airlines today launched a new systemwide boarding process that saves overall boarding time by allowing customers who are traveling light to board earlier. Customers traveling with one personal carry-on item that fits under the seat in front of them will be invited to board before Group 2. (Logo: http://photos.prnewswire.com/prnh/20130208/DA56847LOGO) The new boarding...

New Service Connects South Korea to Key Destinations in the U.S. and Latin America FORT WORTH, Texas, May 9, 2013 /PRNewswire/ -- American Airlines today launches daily nonstop service between Dallas/Fort Worth International Airport (DFW) and Incheon International Airport (ICN) in Seoul, South Korea - reinforcing American's commitment to expanding and strengthening its global presence, especially in the Asia-Pacific region. Through American's extensive network from Dallas/Fort...

Consolidated Traffic Decreased 1.1 Percent FORT WORTH, Texas, May 8, 2013 /PRNewswire/ -- AMR Corporation today reported April 2013 consolidated revenue and traffic results for its principal subsidiary, American Airlines, Inc., and its wholly owned subsidiary, AMR Eagle Holding Corporation. (Logo: http://photos.prnewswire.com/prnh/20130508/DA10326LOGO) Consolidated traffic was 1.1 percent lower year-over-year on 0.4 percent more capacity, resulting in a consolidated load factor of...

Time-Saving Program Expands Today to Include Eligible International Travelers FORT WORTH, Texas, May 7, 2013 /PRNewswire/ -- Beginning today, eligible American Airlines customers will have access to TSA PreCheck(TM) for select international itineraries. TSA PreCheck lets eligible, pre-screened customers traveling from select United States airports ease through security without removing their shoes, belt, jackets or other light outerwear, and allows them to leave laptops and 3-1-1...

Donate to Miles for the Cure, or Surprise Mom with a Gift Card to Help Fund Breast Cancer Research FORT WORTH, Texas, May 1, 2013 /PRNewswire/ -- This month, American Airlines invites you to celebrate all of the important women in your life by supporting breast cancer research through its Miles for the Cure(®) campaign with Susan G. Komen(®). Through May 31, AAdvantage(® )members will receive 15 miles, instead of 10, for every dollar they contribute with a minimum $25 donation....

JFK Becomes American's Third Airport to Offer Flagship Check-In FORT WORTH, Texas, May 1, 2013 /PRNewswire/ -- Just in time for the busy summer travel season, American Airlines premium customers at John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK) will enjoy an expedited and personalized check-in experience as American opens its third Flagship(®) Check-In. Similar to Flagship Check-In at Los Angeles International Airport (LAX) and Miami International Airport (MIA), this exclusive...

Award Recognizes Cargo Business for Sixth Consecutive Year FORT WORTH, Texas, April 29, 2013 /PRNewswire/ -- American Airlines Cargo, a division of American Airlines, has been named the Best Cargo Airline of the Americas for the sixth consecutive year by readers of Air Cargo News, the world's leading air cargo industry publication. (Photo: http://photos.prnewswire.com/prnh/20130429/DA02973) (Logo: http://photos.prnewswire.com/prnh/20130208/DA56847LOGO) The award, which is...

Second Consecutive Wins for Airline Program of the Year, Best Elite Program and Best Airline Promotion FORT WORTH, Texas, April 26, 2013 /PRNewswire/ -- American Airlines is celebrating three honors received by the AAdvantage(®) loyalty program at the 2013 Freddie Awards. The three awards are Airline Program of the Year, Best Elite Program and Best Airline Promotion. (Logo: http://photos.prnewswire.com/prnh/20130208/DA56847LOGO) "American is honored to win the Freddie Awards...