1926Founded
11Aircraft types
7Base airports
AA · ALLIATA · ICAO

About the airline

American Airlines (AA) is a major U.S. carrier founded in 1926, based in the United States with seven strategic hubs spanning the country. Known for extensive domestic and international networks across North and South America and Europe, plus oneworld alliance membership.

Fleet

American Airlines (IATA: AA, ICAO: ALL) is one of the largest airlines in the United States, with a history spanning nearly a century since its founding in 1926. The airline operates a substantial global network connecting passengers across North America, Central America, South America, Mexico, and Europe, with key destinations including Argentina, Brazil, Chile, Colombia, and Spain.

American Airlines maintains seven major operational hubs: Philadelphia International, Los Angeles International, Charlotte Douglas International, John F. Kennedy International, Miami International, O'Hare International, and Phoenix Sky Harbor International. This hub-and-spoke structure enables efficient connections and extensive domestic coverage alongside international services.

The fleet comprises regional and mainline aircraft optimized for different route types. Narrow-body aircraft include the Airbus A319, A320, and A321 families, complemented by regional partners operating Embraer E-170, E-175, and ERJ 145 aircraft, as well as Bombardier CRJ700 and CRJ900 jets. Long-haul capacity is provided by Boeing 777 and 787 widebodies, with the Boeing 737 serving core domestic routes. As a member of the oneworld alliance, American Airlines offers codeshare partnerships and integrated frequent flyer benefits through the AAdvantage program.

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