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American Airlines flight took off normally from Dallas, then a passenger’s alleged meltdown forced others to duct-tape and zip-tie him to his seat

“We do not tolerate violence.”

We Got This Covered · Sep 6

Wheel of Fortune Announcer Jim Thornton Says Suicide-Prevention Search Took Him to Pedophilia Chatroom

Jim Thornton says a suicide-prevention search mistakenly led him to a chatroom for people with pedophilic thoughts, but photographs have raised questions about the incident.

International Business Times UK · Sep 6

American Airlines Passenger Duct-Taped To Seat After Racist, Homophobic Midair Outburst Forces Diversion

An American Airlines flight was diverted after a passenger's racist and homophobic outburst. The passenger was restrained and later charged with assault and disorderly conduct.

International Business Times UK · Sep 5

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Jim Thornton fired from Wheel of Fortune

Wheel of Fortune announcer Jim Thornton has been fired from the show with immediate effect after Sony conducted a "thorough investigation" into allegations made against him.

BANG Premier · Sep 5

Jim Thornton's 57-Minute Chatroom Mystery: Passenger Spots Disturbing Messages Before Suspension

Jim Thornton, Wheel of Fortune announcer, was suspended after being seen in a controversial chatroom during a flight. His lawyer denies any illegal activity, and no charges were filed.

International Business Times UK · Sep 4

American Airlines Resumes Flights to Caracas Thursday — But the Airport It's Landing At Is Still Far From Whole

American Airlines resumes nonstop Miami-Caracas flights Sept. 3, reconnecting Miami's 254,000-strong Venezuelan community after a two-month earthquake gap.

Latin Times · Sep 2

Wheel of Fortune announcer Jim Thornton suspended amid ‘thorough investigation’ into allegations

Thornton has been the announcer on the game show since 2011

The Independent UK · Sep 2

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Wheel of Fortune star Jim Thornton suspended after 'allegations concerning' him

Sony has launched a "thorough investigation" into claims made against Wheel of Fortune announcer Jim Thornton.

BANG Premier · Sep 2

Why Was Jim Thornton Suspended? Wheel of Fortune Announcer's Sudden Exit Explained

Jim Thornton, the announcer for 'Wheel of Fortune', has been suspended amid an investigation by Sony Pictures Television Studios into undisclosed allegations, prompting a recast of his role.

International Business Times UK · Sep 2

Wheel Of Fortune Announcer Jim Thornton Has Been Suspended, Will Be Replaced

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Cinemablend · Sep 1

Major US airlines to launch new European routes for 2027 – here’s where they are flying to

Alaska, American, Delta and United are among the US airlines to announce new direct flights to destinations in Europe next year.

Euronews · Aug 28

American Airlines tightened its 24-hour cancellation rule; passengers booking less than 7 days before departure can now lose the full-refund option

American Airlines has narrowed its 24-hour cancellation policy, ending a more generous refund option for passengers who book flights close to departure. Previously, tickets purchased at least 2 days before departure could generally be cancelled within 24 hours for a full refund, regardless of fare type. American's customer service information…

The Times of India · Aug 26

Delhi couple’s bags arrived ripped open after flight; court orders airline to pay Rs 3.61 lakh

A Delhi consumer commission has ordered American Airlines to pay over Rs 3.61 lakh to a Delhi couple as compensation for two damaged checked bags and missing belongings. The incident occurred during a flight from Miami to Toronto in 2017. The commission held the airline responsible for the baggage while…

The Economic Times · Aug 26

North Carolina couple boards American flight for international trip. Five hours later, they are still in North Carolina

“As a pilot, there’s nothing we can do.”

We Got This Covered · Aug 25

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International Business Times UK · Aug 23

American Airlines Laptop Fire Sparks Lithium Battery Safety Fears After Passengers Burned on Dallas Flight

American Airlines Flight 2398's laptop fire has renewed focus on FAA lithium battery rules for laptops, power banks and spare batteries.

The Independent UK · Aug 22

Plane passenger treated for burns after laptop catches on fire during flight

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The Independent UK · Aug 22

Laptop catches fire on American Airlines flight as multiple passengers reportedly burned

Passengers suffered burns to their hands in the incident

The Times of India · Aug 22

Laptop fire sparks mid-air scare on American Airlines flight; passengers injured

An American Airlines flight from Atlanta to Dallas Fort Worth International Airport faced a mid-air scare after a passenger's laptop caught fire during landing, with the pilot reporting that several passengers may have been burned.

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The Times of India · Aug 21

George Floyd mockery, Django Unchained reenactment: Lawsuit details racist conduct at Phoenix airport

A lawsuit filed by the estate of a former Piedmont Airlines employee has alleged a years-long pattern of racist conduct at Phoenix Sky Harbor International Airport. These behaviours include white workers mocking George Floyd’s death, reenacting scenes from Django Unchained while appearing to imitate the Ku Klux Klan and leaving…

The Independent UK · Aug 20

Exclusive: White airline workers acted out slavery scenes from ‘Django Unchained’ in front of horrified Black staff, lawsuit claims

A baggage handler at Phoenix Sky Harbor International Airport further claimed that two white supervisors reenacted the death of George Floyd in a ‘racially hostile and obscene’ photo that was posted on a bulletin board in the office

Fortune · Aug 19

American Airlines is finally bringing back seatback screens after nearly 10 years in a premium push to win back customers

American is coping with a massive profit gap to competitors amid rising jet fuel costs and a movement towards luxury travel.

Barchart · Aug 18

Why David Tepper-Founded Appaloosa Is Betting Big on American Airlines Stock

Appaloosa is betting big on American Airlines as strong demand collides with soaring fuel costs and battered profits.

The Independent UK · Aug 18

Two jets from different airlines suffer same failure in matter of hours at Chicago O’Hare, prompting investigation

Passengers were evacuated from the United jet using stairs during the second incident Monday

The Independent UK · Aug 15

How a US air traffic controller prevented a potential mid-air collision

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The Times of India · Aug 14

Two American jets with same flight number avoid mid-air disaster

A potential aviation disaster was narrowly avoided near Phoenix after an air traffic controller noticed that two American Airlines jets were operating under the same flight number while approaching and departing the airport at almost the same time.

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