Photo: American Airlines American Airlines reported its financial results for the first quarter of 2025 over the weekend, indicating that the company ended the period with a net loss of $473 million, despite a 0.7% increase in revenues totaling $12.6 billion.
Alongside challenges, including a decrease in demand for leisure flights and a tragic accident occurring last month, the company notes positive achievements in its loyalty program and international operations – and CEO Robert Isom conveys optimism for the year ahead
Key Figures:
First Quarter Revenues - $12.6 billion
Net Loss, under Generally Accepted Accounting Principles, for the First Quarter - $473 million
The company ended the quarter with available liquidity of $10.8 billion
American recorded revenues of $12.6 billion in the first quarter. Total revenues rose by 0.7% compared to the first quarter of 2024, thanks to continued strength in international unit revenues, which increased by 2.9% year-over-year, due to a 0.8% lower capacity and ongoing growth in premium and loyalty flight revenues.
Throughout the quarter, American continued to recover revenues through indirect channels. These efforts were offset by several factors, including economic uncertainty, which exerted pressure on demand for leisure flights and the tragic accident of American Eagle Flight 5342, which famously collided with a military helicopter before landing in Washington.
The airline emphasizes the exclusive partnership between AAdvantage® and Citi, which will begin in 2026, as the company strides toward achieving its long-term growth targets. In the first quarter, the number of enrollees in AAdvantage® increased by 6% year-over-year, with spending on the airline's branded credit cards rising by 8%, highlighting the ongoing value of American's loyalty program.
The company also notes that its robust operational performance in recent years and its updated commercial strategy position it well to renew its focus on customer experience to drive further revenue growth.
The company recently announced high-speed satellite Wi-Fi for free to AAdvantage® members starting in January 2026, sponsored by AT&T. However, American states that it will offer free in-flight connectivity on more aircraft than any other airline.
"The actions American has taken in recent years to refresh our fleet, manage costs, and strengthen our balance sheet position us well ahead of the uncertainty facing our industry," said American CEO Robert Isom. "The resilience of the American Airlines team, combined with the investments we have made to differentiate our network, product, and customer experience, gives us great confidence in our ability to navigate the current environment and achieve strong long-term results".