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Airline review · AA
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American Airlines is the world's largest airline by fleet size and a oneworld founding member, operating extensive transatlantic service from London plus a dominant Latin America network from Miami.
Last updated 30 June 2026
American Airlines scores 7.5/10 (safety 9.0/10), ranking #25 globally — Wi-Fi is paid or route-dependent. Baggage: First bag fee domestic; intl varies. Economy seat pitch: 30–31"; loyalty programme: AAdvantage. Full passenger policy tables, category scores, and the fares search follow below.
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Baggage, Wi-Fi, legroom, and lounge access for American Airlines — expand for the full matrix.
| Cabin baggage | Included — standard carry-on allowance applies |
|---|---|
| Checked baggage | First bag fee domestic; intl varies |
| In-flight Wi-Fi | Partial — free messaging or select routes/cabins only |
| Economy seat pitch | 30–31" |
| Lounge access | Admirals Club / Flagship Lounge |
| Changes & refunds | No change fees most fares; Basic Economy restricted |
| Loyalty programme | AAdvantage |
Verified baggage allowances, punctuality, fleet, safety and loyalty facts for American Airlines.
| Cabin bag | 22 × 14 × 9 in + personal item on all fares; no weight limit · No published weight limit |
|---|---|
| Checked bag (economy) | Domestic first bag from $35; transatlantic Basic first bag $75–85, Main Cabin 1 × 23 kg included |
| Checked bag (business) | 2 × 32 kg |
| Seat selection | Basic assigned at check-in; free standard seats in Main Cabin |
| Change fee | No change fee on most fares; Basic Economy non-changeable |
76.43%
on time — Full year 2025 (arrivals within 15 min)
Cirium 2025 On-Time Performance Review (Jan 2026) — North America #6
Punctuality is 20% of the FlightLogic score — see our methodology.
IOSA-registered; FAA oversight
FlightLogic editorial safety score: 9.0/10 — our own assessment, separate from IOSA registry status.
Tiers: Gold, Platinum, Platinum Pro, Executive Platinum
Quarterly tracking began Q3 2026 — earlier scores were not archived.
American Airlines is the world's largest airline by fleet size and a oneworld founding member, operating extensive transatlantic service from London plus a dominant Latin America network from Miami.
Key strengths: Flagship Lounge at MIA and JFK. Extensive oneworld network. Strong London–US presence with BA joint venture. Areas for improvement: Inconsistent premium product across fleet. DFW hub can feel crowded.
World's largest airline fleet — Flagship business, AAdvantage, and dominant Latin America network from Miami and Dallas.
The Oneworld alliance lounge at ORD Terminal 5 — primary premium ground product for BA, American Airlines, and oneworld international departures from Chicago.
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American Airlines scores 7.5/10 overall on FlightLogic (4-Star) — an editorial expert rating, not an aggregate of consumer reviews. Strengths include Flagship Lounge at MIA and JFK; Extensive oneworld network.
American Airlines scores 9.0/10 on FlightLogic's safety index — calculated separately from passenger experience using IOSA certification, accident history, fleet age, and regulatory compliance.
American Airlines is a member of oneworld.
American Airlines's primary hub is Dallas/Fort Worth (DFW) / Charlotte (CLT) / Miami (MIA). The airline was founded in 1930 and operates approximately 950 aircraft.