A brief introduction to the American Airlines

American Airlines, as the name suggests, is a major US airline which has its headquarters based out of Fort Worth in Texas. Since its inception in 1930, the airline has come a long way and carved a niche for itself in the aviation industry in the span of 93 years. Owing to an astonishing fleet size containing 940 aircraft, nearly 6,700 American Airlines flights fly to 350 destinations across 50 countries on daily basis. With its loyalty program, AAdvantage, passengers are able to explore endless travel opportunities and enjoy scores of benefits on offer. Going by its extensive area of network sprawled worldwide, the American airline seems to be adamantly in line with its motto – “Great is what we’re going for.”

BAGGAGE POLICY

The airline allows its passengers to carry one personal item and one carry-on with them in the cabin of the aircraft. Personal item, which can either be a purse or a handbag, must fit under the passenger seat and its dimensions must not be more than 18 x 14 x 8 inches. In regard to the carry-on bag, its maximum measurements must be 22 x 14 x 9 inches including wheels and handles.

Under the checked baggage policy of the airline, guests are required to bring bags which strictly adhere to the weight and size restrictions. Each of the bags must weigh less than 50 pounds while its linear dimensions must not exceed 62 inches.