American Airlines, founded in 1926, is one of the founding members of oneworld, the world's leading airline, the first airline to launch a women's website, and the first airline to introduce VIP rest

American Airlines is committed to providing an exceptional global flight experience, flying to more than 260 cities in more than 50 countries and territories. American Airlines' fleet consists of nearly 900 aircraft, with more than 3,500 daily flights from five hubs: Chicago, Dallas/Fort Worth, Los Angeles, Miami and New York. American Airlines operates nearly 100 international routes, including major cities such as London, Madrid, São Paulo, Tokyo and Shanghai.

American Airlines, one of the founding members of oneworld, is one of the world's largest airlines. Combined with its subsidiary American Eagle, American Airlines and the United States, American Airlines has more than 260 cities in the United States, including 150 cities in the continental United States and 40 countries.

On April 15, 1926, Charles Lindbergh, chief pilot of Robertson Airlines, flew a DH-4 biplane to deliver a bag of mail from Chicago to St. Louis. The flight was seen as the first well-planned flight and was the forerunner of what would become American Airlines. Our vast fleet transports passengers to 250 destinations across the United States, and with more than 80 years of experience, more than 94 million passengers are transported around the world each year.

Of course, American Airlines thinks more than getting you to your destination safely. We pride ourselves on providing you with quality and innovative service throughout your flight.

When you board an American Airlines plane, you'll be treated to high-quality comfort, world-class cuisine, and entertainment.

We pride ourselves on being one of the most innovative airlines in the industry.

Our "firsts" include:

The first airline to introduce VIP lounges

The first American airline to set up an arrivals lounge in Europe (Heathrow), offering refreshments, baths, business facilities and fitness equipment

An acclaimed company website with the latest events, special offers and easy booking (selected as the "World's Leading Airline Internet Site" in 2005 by the World Travel Awards)

First airline to launch a women's website

American Airlines operates nonstop flights from Shanghai to Chicago, connecting more than 100 destinations across the U.S., Canada and Mexico.

In addition, American Airlines operates daily direct flights to 4 U.S. gateway cities (New York, Chicago, Los Angeles and Dallas/Fort Worth) at Narita Airport in Japan, connecting the U.S., Canada, Latin America and the Caribbean. Our Pacific flight schedules and interactive transpacific route maps are all available online.

As one of the founding members of the oneworld airline alliance, we have a truly global network of services to our customers thanks to a large number of close partners.

American Airlines has been leading the world in aviation for more than 30 years, so fly with us and experience our services for yourself.