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American Airlines CEO calls United merger a ‘nonstarter’: ‘No way to view that as anything but anticompetitive’

American Airlines CEO Robert Isom says a United merger would be bad for the airline.

Fortune

American Airlines Swings To Loss In Q1 As Costs Rise And Demand Softens

American Airlines reported a first-quarter loss and withdrew its full-year financial guidance, as rising costs and uneven travel demand weighed on performance during the early months of 2026.

International Business Times

United CEO Scott Kirby and American CEO Robert Isom were once colleagues known as ‘the dream team.’ Now Kirby wants to acquire his rival

The dueling CEOs of United and American have a long history of circling each other in the industry.

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Delta CEO Reveals 8 Record Sales Days This Quarter as Iran War Fails to Dent Bookings

Delta, American, and United raise Q1 revenue guidance at J.P. Morgan conference as bookings surge despite jet fuel costs rising over 50%.

International Business Times UK

Jet fuel prices and airfares are rising. Travelers are still booking flights, US airlines say

Rising jet fuel costs tied to the war in the Middle East are adding hundreds of millions of dollars in expenses for some major U.S. airlines

The Independent UK

Is a Short Squeeze Brewing in This Hard-Hit Airline Stock Amid Iran War?

Airline shares have slumped on geopolitical fears, yet elevated short interest leaves room for a sharp rebound.

Barchart

The skies for American Airlines are clearer than you think

Robert Isom is steering American Airlines through a very particular kind of turbulence.

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AT&T Pebble Beach Pro-Am Tee Times 2026: Rounds One And Two

Take a look at all of the starting times and groups for the first two rounds of the 2026 AT&T Pebble Beach Pro-Am

Golf Monthly

American Airlines CEO's crisis grows as flight attendant union calls for him to step down

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Ross Gerber Says Private Plane Restrictions Helped End Government Shutdown As Business Aviation Boomed In October

Investment firm Gerber Kawasaki's co-founder, Ross Gerber, thinks the Federal Aviation Administration's (FAA) restrictions on private planes may have had a hand in the recent bipartisan agreement to end the government shutdown.

Benzinga

As Lawmakers Advance Plan To End Historic 41-Day Government Shutdown, Here's How Air Travel Could Recover

As Senate leaders approved a deal clearing the path to end the longest government shutdown in U.S. history, here's how the domestic air travel sector could recover.

Benzinga

Sean Duffy Predicts Air Travel Will 'Slow To A Trickle' Ahead Of Thanksgiving, Says Pete Hegseth Offered Military ATCs Amid Staffing Woes

Transportation Secretary Sean Duffy has warned that air travel will be significantly impacted by the ongoing government shutdown, which has entered its 41st day.

Benzinga

American Airlines CEO says the government shutdown is impacting holiday travel bookings: 'Nobody wants to put up with hassle'

American Airlines canceled more than 200 of its 6,200 scheduled flights on Friday as air traffic reductions began.

Fortune

Trump Administration To Slash 10% Of Flights At 40 Major Airports Ahead Of Holidays Amid Prolonged Shutdown

Transportation Secretary Sean Duffy has announced that his department will be ordering 10% of all flights to be cut across 40 major U.S. airports, as the government shutdown continues to strain the nation’s aviation system.

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As Government Shutdown Enters 33rd Day, NYC Officials Warn Of Potential Delays, Ground Stoppage At Newark Airport

New York City officials have warned that the ongoing government shutdown, which has entered its 33rd day since kicking into effect on October 1st, has caused staffing shortages at Newark, resulting in delays averaging 2 hours.

Benzinga

Ross Gerber Sounds Alarm As Air Traffic Controllers Will 'Stop Getting Paid' Amid The Shutdown: 'Thanksgiving Travel Season Is Just Around The Corner'

Investor Ross Gerber of Gerber Kawasaki Wealth and Investment Management has raised concerns about the potential impact of the ongoing government shutdown on U.S. air travel, warning that the timing couldn't be worse as millions prepare for the busy Thanksgiving travel season.

Benzinga

American Airlines CEO In 'Constant Contact' With Sean Duffy Amid Shutdown, 'Hopeful' That Government Will Reopen Soon

American Airlines Group Inc. (NASDAQ:AAL) CEO Robert Isom has said that he hopes Congress will take action to end the ongoing government shutdown, which has impacted the aviation industry heavily.

International Business Times UK

Most Powerful Male Name in America' Revealed — Experts Say it 'Projects Authority and Tradition'

New study reveals Robert as the most powerful male name in America, dominating Fortune 500 CEOs and symbolising authority and tradition.

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Delta Air Lines Promises Not to Use AI to Hike Fares—Is That Enough for Regulators?

Delta Air Lines denies using AI to set personalised ticket prices after US senators raised concerns, promising not to exploit passengers' data to inflate fares.

The Independent UK

Fear of flying is pushing down ticket sales in wake of high-profile crashes

The CEO of Delta Air Lines said incidents in Washington DC and Toronto had ‘caused a lot of shock among consumers’ which has had a knock-on effect on revenue

The Guardian - AU

Plane crash near Washington DC: what we know on day 2

Cockpit voice and flight data recorders found from American Airlines flight that collided with military helicopter; 28 bodies recovered from Potomac River

International Business Times

American Airlines Stock Takes A Hit After Deadly Potomac River Crash

American Airlines stock was declining amidst an NTSB-led investigation involving its passenger jet collision with an Army Black Hawk helicopter in Washington, D.C.

International Business Times

American Airlines CEO Reacts To Crash Involving Black Hawk Helicopter: 'Deep Sorrow'

Robert Isom cautioned patience as the investigation unfolds after the collision Wednesday evening near Reagan National Airport.

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American Airlines CEO Addresses Midair Collision With Military Helicopter

American Airlines CEO and Secretary of Transportation respond to midair collision, highlighting ongoing investigations and focus on aviation safety measures.

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