Airlines for America

As America celebrates its 250th year, we want to honor U.S. airline employees who have served our nation 🇺🇸✈️. U.S. airlines are proud to employ more than 50,000 veterans and servicemembers. Here are some of their stories 🧵

Passenger Natalie captured this stunning view of the City of Lakes while taking off from @mspairport! 🌊✈️ Share your favorite window seat views using #WhyWeFly or at this link to be featured in a post! airlines.org/why-we-fly/

We’re kicking off #NationalAviationHistoryMonth with the Wright Brothers! ✈️ In 1903, Orville and Wilbur Wright’s first flight at Kitty Hawk launched an industry that now connects the world every day. 🇺🇸 #America250 #RedFlightAndBlue

From broomsticks to bat wings, wishing a spook-tacular #Halloween to all our fellow flyers tonight! 🧹🦇✈️

Despite rising jet fuel costs, demand for air travel remains strong. In an interview with @BloombergRadio, Sununu discussed how airlines are navigating unprecedented fuel prices, absorbing much of the added costs while working to keep flying affordable.

America's air traffic control system is getting a much-needed modernization—and the progress is happening faster than anyone expected. A4A's Sununu joined @CBSNews to discuss how new radars, surface awareness systems and radio systems are helping build a safer, more efficient system that means fewer delays and a better experience for the flying public.

Every day, U.S. airlines carry 61,000 tons of cargo to and from more than 220 countries. 📦✈️ From fresh produce to the parts that power American manufacturing, air cargo keeps America’s economy moving. #America250 #RedFlightAndBlue

Crisp air. Changing leaves. Clear skies. 🍂✈️ Fall is one of the best times to travel, and the view from above proves it. Where are you flying this season? 👇

Passenger Lee Pao captured this striking aerial view of Lake Mead near Las Vegas! 🏜️✈️ Share your favorite window seat views using #WhyWeFly or at this link to be featured in a post! airlines.org/why-we-fly/

Happy #NavyDay! ⚓ @FedEx’s Robert Santovasi says his Navy career taught him the importance of “safety, security and performance of duties,” which still helps him today. U.S. airlines are proud to employ 50,000+ service members and veterans. ✈️🇺🇸 #America250 #RedFlightAndBlue

Behind every takeoff is a team. ✈️ From the ramp to the cockpit, more than 1 million airline workers help connect families, businesses and communities across America. 👩‍✈️🛠️#America250 #RedFlightAndBlue

In October 1978, the Airline Deregulation Act opened the skies to more travelers than ever. ✈️ Nearly five decades later, learn how U.S. airlines keep us connected: airlines.org/we-connect-the-… 📸: @USNatArchives #WeConnectTheWorld