American Airlines fliers are fuming after the carrier cut its program awarding bonus miles and other travel perks to passengers who purchase a basic economy ticket. According to the airline’s website, ...

American Airlines will stopped awarding AAdvantage miles and Loyalty Points for basic economy tickets. This policy change aligns American with similar restrictions already in place at other carriers.

American Airlines quietly ended the ability for customers traveling on basic economy tickets to earn miles and status. Basic economy tickets are airlines' most restrictive and already do not allow for ...