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American Airlines Announces New Winter Routes from Miami

Winter is about to become warmer as American Airlines expands its presence at Miami overseas Airport (MIA) with seven additional flights and one brand-new overseas destination. American maintains its dominance as the major airline at MIA with service to 150 destinations and more than 380 peak-day flights this winter.

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American offers flights from MIA to over 85 distinctive locations, including over 45 in Latin America and the Caribbean. American will provide the most convenient method for customers to see all that Miami has to offer or to enjoy one-stop access to the broadest network of destinations in Latin America and the Caribbean of any U.S. airline with service to more than 70 destinations around the U.S.

Beginning on February 3, American will be the only U.S. airline offering nonstop service between MIA and Governor’s Harbour, Bahamas (GHB). Embraer E175 aircraft will be used for service twice a week, completing the airline’s winter Bahamas schedule that would have up to 14 departures per day to six locations.

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The airline will also increase its winter schedule from MIA to Latin America and the Caribbean, adding more than 140 peak-day departures to over 70 locations, including Liberia, Costa Rica (LIR), Cartagena, Colombia (CTG), and Tortola, British Virgin Islands (EIS).

Destination	Service notes	Flights Operate
Governor’s Harbour, Bahamas (GHB)	New service on Tuesdays and Saturdays	Service begins Feb. 3
Anguilla (AXA)	Increase to two daily flights	Dec. 20 – Jan. 7
Barranquilla, Colombia (BAQ)	Increase to two daily flights	Dec. 20 – Jan. 7
Bridgetown, Barbados (BGI)	Increase to three daily flights	Dec. 20 – Jan. 7
Cancun, Mexico (CUN)	Increase to six daily flights	Dec. 20 – Jan. 7
Cartagena, Colombia (CTG)	Increase to three daily flights	Dec. 5 – Apr. 3
Liberia, Costa Rica (LIR)	Increase to three daily flights	Dec. 20 – Jan. 7
San Jose, Costa Rica (SJO)	Increase to four daily flights	Dec. 20 – Jan. 7
St. Maarten (SXM)	Increase to three daily flights	Dec. 20 – Jan. 7
Tortola, British Virgin Islands (EIS)	Increase to three peak-day flights	Saturdays; Dec. 20 – Jan. 7

More ways to Miami than any other airline

This winter, American will offer the most convenient nonstop access to MIA with service from seven new domestic destinations. The new domestic destinations include year-round daily service to Portland, Oregon (PDX) and Sacramento, California (SMF); as well as seasonal weekly service to Buffalo, New York (BUF), Cedar Rapids, Iowa (CID); Lexington, Kentucky (LEX); Wichita, Kansas (ICT) and Wilmington, North Carolina (ILM).

Destination	Service notes	Flights Operate
Portland, Oregon (PDX)	New daily service	Year-round service begins Nov. 5
Sacramento, California (SMF)	New daily service	Year-round service begins Dec. 20
Buffalo, New York (BUF)	New Saturday-only service	Nov. 11 – Mar. 30
Cedar Rapids, Iowa (CID)	New Saturday-only service	Nov. 11 – Mar. 30
Lexington, Kentucky (LEX)	New Saturday-only service	Nov. 11 – Mar. 30
Wichita, Kansas (ICT)	New Saturday-only service	Nov. 11 – Mar. 30
Wilmington, North Carolina (ILM)	New Saturday-only service	Nov. 11 – Mar. 30
Milwaukee (MKE)	Increase to daily service	Dec. 20 – Apr. 3
Oklahoma City (OKC)	Increase to daily service	Dec. 20 – Apr. 3
Nashville, Tennessee (BNA)	Increase to five daily flights	Dec. 20 – Jan. 7
Denver (DEN)	Increase to three daily flights	Dec. 20 – Apr. 3
San Antonio (SAT)	Increase to two daily flights	Dec. 20 – Jan. 7
San Diego (SAN)	Increase to two daily flights	Dec. 20 – Jan. 7
Seattle (SEA)	Increase to two daily flights	Dec. 20 – Jan. 7

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A Costly Mistake: Passenger Pays for Fuel After Disruptive Flight

A Western Australian man has learned a costly lesson after his unruly behavior on a flight resulted in the aircraft having to turn back. The passenger was ordered to pay over $5,000 in fuel costs, along with a significant fine, for causing the plane to divert.

The incident occurred in September 2023 when the man, who was not publicly named, became disruptive on a flight from Perth to Sydney. Due to his behavior, the pilot was forced to turn the plane around and return to Perth, which required dumping fuel to land safely.

The passenger pleaded guilty to charges of disorderly behavior and non-compliance with safety instructions. As a result, he was ordered to pay $8,630 to the airline to cover the cost of the wasted fuel and was also fined $6,055. This combined penalty of over $11,000 is a stark reminder of the severe consequences of disruptive behavior on flights.

While this is not a typical punishment, other cases of in-flight misconduct have resulted in hefty fines. One passenger in the United States was fined over $40,000 for a series of offenses, including bringing their own alcohol on board, being intoxicated, attempting to smoke marijuana, and sexually assaulting a flight attendant.

The Australian Federal Police emphasized that disruptive behavior on flights will not be tolerated. They warned that individuals who cause disturbances can face significant financial penalties and legal consequences. The case of the Western Australian passenger serves as a clear message that obeying airline staff and adhering to safety regulations is essential for a smooth and safe flight.