AMR files for Bankruptcy Protection

1) Is it true that American has just filed for reorganization under Chapter 11?

Yes, American Airlines took a necessary and responsible step to secure the future success of our company by filing for reorganization under Chapter 11. This was a difficult decision, but it is the necessary and right path for us to take – and take now. Our goal is to become an efficient, financially stronger, and competitive airline. The Chapter 11 process lets us continue normal business operations while we restructure our debt, costs and other obligations. New restructuring websites have been launched on AA.Com to provide information and answers to your questions about the restructuring process.

2) Do employees need to report to work/continue working scheduled trip?

Yes, American is conducting business as usual. You should report for your scheduled trip or continue with your scheduled trip, just as you normally would.

3) Will I still receive my paycheck on time?

We anticipate there will be no changes in when and how you receive your pay. During the restructuring process, American plans to provide your wages, healthcare coverage, vacation and other benefits.

4) What should employee's tell customers if they ask about American’s Chapter 11 filing?

You should tell them the following:

Taking care of our customers remains our top priority. American is operating business as usual and will continue to provide safe, secure and reliable service. We intend to fly our regular schedule, honor tickets and reservations, make exchanges and refunds as usual and fully maintain our AAdvantage and other customer service programs. For more information about the Chapter 11 filing, please visit our website at aa.com/restructuring.

American Airlines 5@5

Starting today, American Airlines is launching on select flights a "Thank You" to it's customers. Throughout the month, customers are invited to enjoy cocktails, wine and beer for $5 on American or American Eagle domestic flights departing between 5:00 p.m. and 5:59 p.m. (Domestic flights are defined as those within the continental U.S. and those between the U.S. and Hawaii, Alaska, Canada, Mexico and the Caribbean).  The happy hour will offer customers a savings of $1 on beer and $2 on liquor and wine.


American Airlines is cashless and accepts major credit or debit cards for in-flight purchases.  American Eagle and American Connection only accept cash for purchases made onboard.

To see what beverages American has to offer, click here.

Non-alcoholic beverages will continue to be complimentary in Economy Class, as they are today.



 

96.8% of the 90% of AA Flight Attendants who voted, voted YES for Strike!

It was announced today that out of 18,000 flight attendants, of the 90% who voted, 96.8% voted to authorize the APFA union to call a strike if the carrier doesn't ink a labor contract with better pay and benefits, the Association of Professional Flight Attendants .

It is definitely a view of Solidarity across the board that the Flight Attendants are not happy with the current situation at the airline, especially when they have been saving the company $Millions since their 2003 concessions.

Wow, has it truly been over 2wks since my last blog?

Sorry ladies and gentlemen, I have taken a little vacation without knowing it and got a little more involved with that darn Twitter account. I tell you, it's a full time job keeping up with all the airline folk out there twit-twit-twittering away about my love of aviation.

There have been lots of interesting news this past week:
British Airways and Iberia agreeing on a combined company 

London arrests a UAL Pilot for being drunk before a flight to Chicago.  
Iberia's Flight Attendants striking for better wages.
Delta Airlines engine fire in Atlanta grounded flight.
Flight Attendants get same FMLA as 9-5 jobs.
Couple jailed after stealing bags at PHX Sky Harbor Airport
US Airways Flight Attendants to picket  PHX airport for better wages
AA Flight Attendants to hold "Mock Strike" at select AA hub airports

I think the one that gets my vote for the worst is:
Woman drives into Aquarium at TPA

Just a crazy week around the world of aviation if you ask me. I think I'll have to start taking my camera with me again and take pictures of my endeavors and start posting about them. However, that just might not be a good idea, I'm often too critical of my passengers, especially when they don't act the way I would expect them to.

Another thing I'll have to start doing is writing down when either one of my fellow flight attendants act up, or when a passenger does something funny or weird so I can blog about it and let you know.  I know at some point I'll have to post a picture of a Business Class seat that was literally trashed by a Business Class passenger.  I truly amazes me how people leave their area messier than when they found it, yet are the same ones who complain that the airplanes are filthy. Alas, I'll have to leave that for another night.