American Airlines is keeping frequent flyer status requirements the same for a third consecutive year.
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American Airlines
said Wednesday that it will keep the spending requirements to earn elite frequent flyer status in 2027 steady for a third consecutive year as the carrier courts higher-spending travelers and tries to catch up to industry profit leaders Delta Air Lines
and United Airlines
Delta and United each said they would also keep elite status thresholds the same for the 2026 earning year.
Starting this week, American Airlines will no longer reward customers with miles for basic economy tickets.
American Airlines has fallen behind large rivals Delta and United in seeking out luxury customers, bringing in profit and more.
American expects to earn 7% to 10% more revenue in the first three months of 2026.
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American Airlines will be rolling out free Wi-Fi for AAdvantage members on most flights in the coming months.
