Founded
1930
Fleet Size
928 aircraft
Destinations
350+
Main Hubs
DFW, CLT, MIA
About American Airlines
American Airlines is the world's largest airline by fleet size and revenue passenger miles. A founding member of the oneworld alliance, it operates an extensive domestic and international network from its primary hub at Dallas/Fort Worth International Airport.
Hub Airports
DFW
Hub Airport
CLT
Hub Airport
MIA
Hub Airport
ORD
Hub Airport
PHX
Hub Airport
LAX
Hub Airport
JFK
Hub Airport
PHL
Hub Airport
DCA
Hub Airport
Alliance Membership
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oneworld
Global airline alliance member
As a member of oneworld, American Airlines passengers benefit from reciprocal frequent flyer points, lounge access, and seamless connections with all alliance partners worldwide.
Key Facts
IATA CodeAA
ICAO CodeAAL
CountryUnited States
RegionNorth America
HeadquartersFort Worth, Texas
Year Founded1930
Fleet Size928 aircraft
Destinations Served350+ worldwide
Allianceoneworld
Official Websiteaa.com
Policies & Information
Carry-on Bag
Pieces allowed1
Max weightNo weight limit
Max size56 × 36 × 23 cm
FeeFree
Personal Item
AllowedYes
Max size40 × 30 × 15 cm
Checked — Economy
Pieces1
Weight23 kg (50 lb)
FeeFirst bag $35, second bag $45 (domestic); included on most international routes
Checked — Business
Pieces2
Weight32 kg (70 lb) each
FeeIncluded
Checked — First
Pieces3
Weight32 kg (70 lb) each
FeeIncluded
Overweight / Oversize
Overweight fee$100–$200 per bag (23–32 kg); not accepted above 32 kg
Oversize fee$150–$200 per bag if linear dimensions exceed 158 cm
Quick Policy Snapshot
Carry-on feeFree
1st checked bagFirst bag $35, second bag $45 (domestic)
Change fee$0 on Main Cabin and above for domestic U.S. routes
24-hr cancellationYes
Name changes Yes
Online check-in24 hours before departure
Primary Hubs
DFW
CLT
MIA
ORD
PHX
LAX
JFK
PHL
DCA