American Airlines Group (NASDAQ:AAL) (NASDAQ:AAL) is a leading global airline holding company formed in December 2013 through the merger of AMR Corporation, the parent of American Airlines, and US Airways Group. Tracing its roots back to the establishment of American Airways in 1930, the company has grown into one of the world’s largest carriers by fleet size, passenger traffic and network reach. Headquartered in Fort Worth, Texas, American Airlines Group oversees a portfolio of travel-related businesses, including passenger and cargo operations, maintenance and ground handling services.
The company’s core business centers on scheduled air transportation for passengers and freight. Its passenger network offers a wide range of itineraries, from domestic short-haul flights to long-haul international routes. Through its cargo division, American Airlines Group transports freight—such as mail, perishables and oversized shipments—across its global network. In addition, the company provides technical services, including aircraft maintenance, repair and overhaul, leveraging its extensive facility infrastructure to support both in-house operations and third-party clients.
American Airlines Group operates a hub-and-spoke system with major hubs in Dallas/Fort Worth, Chicago O’Hare, Miami, Charlotte Douglas, Philadelphia and Phoenix Sky Harbor. This structure underpins a comprehensive route map that spans North and South America, Europe, Asia and the Caribbean. The airline is a founding member of the oneworld alliance, enabling seamless connections and reciprocal benefits for passengers traveling on partner carriers. American also maintains codeshare agreements with several international airlines to broaden its global reach.
On the customer side, American Airlines Group offers the AAdvantage loyalty program, one of the industry’s largest frequent-flyer schemes, along with Admirals Club lounge access and premium cabin experiences. The company is led by President and Chief Executive Officer Robert Isom, with a leadership team focused on operational efficiency, customer service enhancement and sustainable growth. Under this management, American continues to invest in fleet modernization, digital customer solutions and environmental initiatives to meet evolving market demands and regulatory requirements.
