Last month, we partnered with the American Black Film Festival in Miami Beach, bringing together thousands of creators, industry leaders and storytellers. For 25 years, this partnership has reflected our commitment to uplifting diverse voices and creating connections that matter. It’s one of the many ways we’re helping connect people to the stories, cultures and communities that move us forward.
American Airlines is honored to rank among the top 10 best workplaces in the Dallas-Fort Worth area. Driven by LinkedIn data, this recognition underscores our commitment to helping team members grow, develop new skills, and move their careers forward.
We're bringing match‑day energy onboard! American Airlines is debuting limited‑edition U.S. Soccer amenity kits for the FIFA World Cup 26™, featuring clear, game‑ready bags and refreshed summer essentials like after‑sun cooling gel and soccer‑inspired socks—connecting fans from takeoff to kickoff. These new kits will debut at the beginning of June and fly through July. Check out more about these kits on our newsroom.
Last week, we celebrated Asian American and Pacific Islander Heritage Month with a program centered on the theme “Forever Forward℠: Voices of the Diaspora.”The event opened with Chief Digital and Information Officer Ganesh Jayaram, followed by a powerful panel featuring AAPI leaders from across industries. Together, they led a meaningful conversation on identity, leadership, and the future of our communities. Their insights highlighted both the challenges ahead and the opportunity to drive meaningful action. Moments like this remind us of the importance of listening, learning, and leading together.
The Engage for Good Halo Awards represent the highest honor in corporate social responsibility, and we’re proud to have earned Gold for Best Cause Marketing Initiative for our Stand Up To Cancer (SU2C) campaign, which raised a record‑breaking $5 million in 2025. Since 2016, our partnership with SU2C has driven meaningful impact through integrated inflight, digital, and loyalty efforts—helping raise awareness and critical funding for cancer research, including a recent SU2C‑funded breakthrough in pancreatic cancer using personalized mRNA vaccines—demonstrating the power of AAdvantage® member support. This recognition reflects our purpose of caring for people on life’s journey and shows how partnerships like #SU2C turn generosity into lasting impact. #HaloAwards
On April 2, we kicked off our countdown to the world’s biggest sporting event with an aircraft livery celebration at MIA — the country’s largest gateway to Latin America and the Caribbean. We transformed our Miami hangar into the ultimate football experience with the debut of our FIFA World Cup 26™-themed aircraft livery alongside food and beverages inspired by Miami’s rich culture and appearances by the FIFA World Cup 2026™ Official Mascots. Football icons Thierry Henry and Tim Howard welcomed guests, along with American executives including Chief Commercial Officer Nat Pieper, Chief Marketing Officer and Senior Vice President of Communications Caroline Clayton, and Vice President of Miami Operations Juan Carlos Liscano. The program also featured remarks from FIFA Chief Business and Strategy Officer Amy Hopfinger and Miami‑Dade County leaders Mayor Daniella Levine Cava and Commissioner Danielle Cohen Higgins. The remarks helped set the stage for an immersive evening that brought the spirit of the tournament to life.
As we approach our centennial celebration, we’re taking a moment to reflect on the pivotal milestones that shaped our journey. On April 15, 1926, Robertson Aircraft Corporation operates its first flight carrying mail between Chicago and St. Louis on a De Havilland DH-48. This flight marks the beginning of the first 100 years of what would eventually become American Airlines.
National Medal of Honor Day, recognized annually on March 25, honors recipients of the Medal of Honor — the United States’ highest award for military valor in action. American has a long-standing commitment to supporting our nation’s heroes through the ongoing work of the Military and Veterans Initiatives (MVI) team and strengthened through partnerships with the National Medal of Honor Museum, the Congressional Medal of Honor Society and the annual Medal of Honor Convention. As part of this commitment, American proudly extends ConciergeKey® membership to all 64 living recipients of the Medal of Honor. The image shown is of Flagship Valor. A specially wrapped Airbus A321 that serves as a tribute to recipients of the Medal of Honor. It depicts major military conflicts and the six values of the medal.
On April 15, 2026, American Airlines will reach its 100th anniversary. Ahead of this momentous occasion, American is celebrating the airline's enduring legacy with a commitment to caring for people on life's journey for the next 100 years and beyond. Learn more about our legacy and what lies ahead by visiting our Centennial page.
American Airlines, the Dallas Mavericks and Nick & Sam’s Steakhouse hosted the 19th annual Seats for Heroes event honoring our nation’s military heroes. Formerly Seats for Soldiers, the event brought more than 100 wounded and ill service members currently receiving treatment at Brooke Army Medical Center (BAMC) in San Antonio to Dallas-Fort Worth for a day of unforgettable experiences. Service members were honored with a chartered flight, five-star dinner and VIP courtside experience at Mavericks game.
