--- title: "American Airlines Review & Rating | FlightLogic" description: "American Airlines review: FlightLogic editorial rating 7.5/10, safety score 9.0/10. American Airlines is the world's largest airline by fleet size and a…" url: https://flightlogic.co.uk/airlines/american-airlines/ source: FlightLogic (flightlogic.co.uk) licence: "Content © Elite Digital AI Solutions Ltd. Cite the URL above and the page author." --- *Links marked * may earn us a commission at no extra cost to you. We do not provide financial advice. How we make money .* Airline review · AA # American Airlines Great is what we're going for Photo: Eric Salard / Wikimedia Commons / CC BY-SA 2.0 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 Very Good · FlightLogic editorial rating ## Should I choose American Airlines for my next long-haul work trip? 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. **FlightLogic score** 7.5/10 **Safety** 9.0/10 **Global rank** #25 **Wi-Fi policy** Partial / paid tiers ## Who should think twice about American Airlines Scores mean naming who a carrier is NOT for. From our rated findings: - Inconsistent premium product across fleet - DFW hub can feel crowded ## Pre-Trip Planning ## Passenger policies at a glance Baggage, Wi-Fi, legroom, and lounge access for American Airlines — expand for the full matrix. ### View full policy matrix Baggage · Wi-Fi · lounges · changes | 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 | ## Awards & Recognition - Oneworld founding member - Largest airline fleet globally ## Airline Details **IATA Code** AA **ICAO Code** AAL **Hub** Dallas/Fort Worth (DFW) / Charlotte (CLT) / Miami (MIA) **Alliance** oneworld **Founded** 1930 **Fleet Size** 950 aircraft ## Strengths - Flagship Lounge at MIA and JFK - Extensive oneworld network - Strong London–US presence with BA joint venture ## Weaknesses - Inconsistent premium product across fleet - DFW hub can feel crowded ## Day-of Travel Support ### Compare American Airlines fares from the UK Search live prices on American Airlines (AA) routes departing from British airports. 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[Affiliate policy](https://flightlogic.co.uk/how-we-make-money/#affiliate-links) ## American Airlines travel facts Verified baggage allowances, punctuality, fleet, safety and loyalty facts for American Airlines. ### Baggage & fees | 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 | [Full baggage & fees comparison](https://flightlogic.co.uk/airlines/baggage-fees/) · [Check your carry-on bag](https://flightlogic.co.uk/tools/carry-on-checker/) ### Punctuality 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](https://flightlogic.co.uk/methodology/). ### Fleet & cabins **Fleet size** 950 aircraft **Average age** Not available **Main types** B737-800, B737 MAX 8, A321, B787-8/9, B777-200/300ER **Economy pitch** 30–32 in **Business seat** Flagship Business — fully flat 1-2-1 on B777-300ER/B787 **Wi-Fi** Paid on most aircraft ### Safety **Registry status** IOSA-registered IOSA-registered; FAA oversight **FlightLogic editorial safety score: 9.0/10** — our own assessment, separate from IOSA registry status. ### Loyalty **Programme** AAdvantage **Currency** Miles Tiers: Gold, Platinum, Platinum Pro, Executive Platinum ### Rating history - Q3 2026 7.5/10 Current quarter Quarterly tracking began Q3 2026 — earlier scores were not archived. Travel facts last verified July 2026 · Sources: aa.com baggage policy (via search, Jul 2026) · Cirium 2025 On-Time Performance Review (Jan 2026) · Fleet age unverified — no reliable published figure found; size from FlightLogic airline profile ## About American Airlines 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. ## Editorial American Airlines Reviews ## Verified reader reviews Coming soon We are building verified reader reviews for American Airlines. Readers will be able to submit a review with proof of travel — a boarding pass or booking confirmation — emailed to [hello@flightlogic.co.uk](mailto:hello@flightlogic.co.uk?subject=Reader%20review%20%E2%80%94%20American%20Airlines). Reader scores are published separately from FlightLogic editorial ratings and never change the editorial score. ## American Airlines — Frequently Asked Questions ### Is American Airlines a good airline? 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. ### What is American Airlines's safety score? 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. ### What alliance is American Airlines in? American Airlines is a member of oneworld. ### Where is American Airlines's hub? 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. ## Similar Airlines