American Airlines is the only US-based airline to offer international first-class fares. However, it announced three years ago it would get rid of them and is currently phasing them out. But why?

For most airline passengers in the United States, American's Flagship Business, Delta's Delta One and United's Polaris are ...

Caviar, champagne, stretch-out-as-far-you-can legroom and 27-inch seatback screens. Americans are happier than ever to part with their money for a better flying experience — economic uncertainty be ...