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☆ American Airlines pilots vote for potential strike while airline says negotiations are progressing
▼ + stars: | 2023-05-01 | by ( Leslie Josephs | ) www.cnbc.com time to read: +2 min

Pilots talk as they look at the tail of an American Airlines aircraft at Dallas-Ft Worth International Airport. American Airlines pilots have voted overwhelmingly to allow their labor union to call a strike while the carrier said talks for a new contract are getting close to a conclusion. More than 96% of American's pilots participated in the vote and 99% of them voted to allow the union to call a strike, the Allied Pilots Association said Monday. The APA called the strike authorization vote in March as talks for a new deal dragged on. A spokeswoman for American Airlines said the carrier believes a deal is "within reach" and that a "handful" of issues are left to complete.

☆ American Airlines CEO Robert Isom: I see a very positive summer
▼ + stars: | 2023-04-27 | by ( ) www.cnbc.com time to read: 1 min

In this videoShare Share Article via Facebook Share Article via Twitter Share Article via LinkedIn Share Article via EmailAmerican Airlines CEO Robert Isom: I see a very positive summerAmerican Airlines CEO Robert Isom joins CNBC's Phil LeBeau on 'Squawk Box' to discuss the company's first-quarter earnings results, summer travel demand, and more.

☆ American Airlines pilots' union calls strike authorization vote as contract talks continue
▼ + stars: | 2023-03-09 | by ( Leslie Josephs | ) www.cnbc.com time to read: +1 min

Pilots talk as they look at the tail of an American Airlines aircraft. American Airlines pilots' union plans to hold a vote next month on whether to allow members to call a strike as talks for a new labor contract continue. "While our Negotiating Committee reports good progress, we remain steadfast and focused that now is the time to reach an agreement with American Airlines," the American Airlines pilots' union said Thursday. They had approved a strike authorization vote in the fall, about a month before reaching a preliminary deal with the company. Even if American pilots' union called a strike it would not be immediate; airline strikes are extremely rare in the U.S. and would follow a lengthy process involving federal mediators.

☆ American Airlines CEO tells pilots the carrier will match Delta's pay
▼ + stars: | 2023-03-08 | by ( Leslie Josephs | ) www.cnbc.com time to read: +2 min

FILE - American Airlines President Robert Isom speaks at a news conference about the company's new partnership with Alaska Airlines, Thursday, Feb. 13, 2020, in Seattle. American Airlines CEO Doug Parker will retire next March and be replaced by the airline's current president, Robert Isom. American Airlines is prepared to raise pilots' wages to match that of Delta Air Lines ' pilots in a new contract, including 40% cumulative pay increases in a four-year deal, CEO Robert Isom said in a message to pilots. "Let me be clear, American is prepared to match Delta's pay rates and provide American's pilots with the same profit-sharing formula as Delta's pilots," Isom said in the message to pilots, sent on Tuesday and seen by CNBC. The Allied Pilots Association, American Airlines pilots' union, didn't immediately comment on Isom's statement.

☆ Travel demand is hot, but some prices may cool: These are the stocks for spring break and beyond
▼ + stars: | 2023-02-18 | by ( Michelle Fox | ) www.cnbc.com time to read: +9 min

Last week, Hilton Worldwide CEO Chris Nassetta said, "The demand trends here and now are really strong." In the home-rental space, Airbnb also said it was seeing continued strong demand at the start of 2023. China's reopening from its Covid lockdown is also helping propel travel demand, as well as the tick up in business travel, she said. "The trends have been really strong since January," he said. Airlines like Delta, American Airlines and United Airlines cited strong travel demand and higher fares for fueling their strong fourth-quarter earnings — as well as for forecasts for this year.

That number includes both rocket launches and capsule reentries, and has been steadily climbing. A Falcon Heavy rocket launches the USSF-67 mission on January 15, 2023 from NASA's Kennedy Space Center in Florida. "Air space is going to be a critical, critical issue," Isom said, calling on new industries to contribute to the cost of air traffic control. A graph of FAA-licensed or permitted commercial space launches (excludes launches licensed by other U.S. government agencies, such as NASA or the Department of Defense). Together they create a moving target for space launches and the commercial airlines eyeing the same air space.

☆ Delta CEO called last week's FAA outage 'unacceptable' and said the agency needs more funding
▼ + stars: | 2023-01-17 | by ( Taylor Rains | ) www.businessinsider.com time to read: +3 min

Air traffic was temporarily halted last week after an FAA system, known as Notice to Air Missions, crashed. Over 10,000 flights were delayed, but Delta Air Lines CEO Ed Bastian said he doesn't blame the agency. Senate Majority Leader Chuck Schumer is pushing to confirm President Joe Biden's pick for FAA Administrator. In a separate interview, American Airlines CEO Rob Isom told CNBC that there needs to be more investment in FAA technology. "With recent events, including airline troubles and last week's tech problem, this agency needs a leader confirmed by the Senate immediately."

☆ Everyone's elite, but not for long. Airlines make travel perks harder to earn this year
▼ + stars: | 2023-01-08 | by ( Leslie Josephs | ) www.cnbc.com time to read: +8 min

And now it's a small army," said Cohen, who leads a digital entertainment consulting firm and has lifetime elite status on United and American Airlines . Travelers willing to shell out more for tickets and popular rewards credit cards are swelling ranks in front cabins and airport lounges. Osorio frequents airport lounges on trips booked with rewards points that she earned through strategic credit card use and sign-up bonuses. Bigger space for big spendersDelta, American, United and American Express have been opening bigger airport lounges to fit more travelers. A new American Airlines and British Airways lounge at John F. Kennedy International Airport, November 29, 2022.

☆ American and British Airways just opened brand new joint luxury lounges at New York's biggest airport as they grow their partnership — see inside
▼ + stars: | 2022-12-08 | by ( Taylor Rains | ) www.businessinsider.com time to read: 1 min

But, to better streamline their operation, British Airways has moved into Terminal 8, and the pair are now officially "roommates," as American CEO Robert Isom put it at a press conference in November. (L-R): Iberia CEO Javier Sánchez-Prieto, British Airways CEO Sean Doyle, American Airlines CEO Robert Isom, Port Authority Executive Director Richard Cotton, Congressman Gregory Meeks (D-NY), and Queen Borough President Donovan Richards Jr. cut the ribbon to the new Terminal 8 at JFK on Tuesday, November 29. Taylor Rains/Insider

☆ American Airlines CEO Robert Isom: Strong demand will power fourth-quarter profit
▼ + stars: | 2022-10-20 | by ( ) www.cnbc.com time to read: 1 min

In this videoShare Share Article via Facebook Share Article via Twitter Share Article via LinkedIn Share Article via EmailAmerican Airlines CEO Robert Isom: Strong demand will power fourth-quarter profitAmerican Airlines CEO Robert Isom joins CNBC's Phil LeBeau and the 'Squawk Box' team to discuss the company's third-quarter earnings report, which beat Wall Street's expectations.

☆ Watch CNBC's full interview with American Airlines CEO Robert Isom on earnings
▼ + stars: | 2022-10-20 | by ( ) www.cnbc.com time to read: 1 min

Share Share Article via Facebook Share Article via Twitter Share Article via LinkedIn Share Article via EmailWatch CNBC's full interview with American Airlines CEO Robert Isom on earningsAmerican Airlines CEO Robert Isom joins CNBC's Phil LeBeau and the 'Squawk Box' team to discuss the company's third-quarter earnings report, which beat Wall Street's expectations. Isom also discusses the company's forecast for a fourth-quarter profit, oil prices, and more.

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