FORT WORTH, Texas, Nov. 11 /PRNewswire-FirstCall/ -- In a visual
expression of their long-standing support for those who serve in the nation's
armed forces, employees of American Airlines and American Eagle dedicated two
special yellow-ribbon aircraft at a Veterans Day observance today at
Dallas-Fort Worth International Airport.
An American Airlines Boeing 757 and an American Eagle ATR aircraft were
unveiled with the tails of the two aircraft proudly sporting iconic
yellow-ribbon decals and the slogan, "In support of all who serve," on their
fuselages.
As the two yellow-ribbon planes made their inaugural flights, American
Airlines and American Eagle honored all of the veterans and troops currently
serving our country, as well as the thousands of American Airlines and
American Eagle employees who are veterans or active service members.
"American Airlines is proud to continue our long-time support of veterans
and active military and the sacrifices they make for our country," said Roger
Frizzell, American's Vice President-Corporate Communications and Advertising.
"And, while we remain involved with members of the military and their families
on a daily basis in numerous ways, these yellow-ribbon aircraft are a unique
salute from American Airlines to the commitment and heroism of these brave men
and women."
"It is with a sense of deep honor, respect, and responsibility that we
extend the heart and soul of our airline to these heroes, and it is a
privilege to dedicate the two yellow-ribbon aircraft to all those who have and
will serve our country," said Captain Mark Hettermann, Vice President-Flight
for American Airlines.
American Airlines supports veterans and members of the military through a
variety of programs and events throughout the year, including America's Huey
091 Foundation, Sky Ball, Disabled Veterans Adventure Ski Week, Seats for
Soldiers, Snowball Express, and others.
More than 600 American Airlines employees volunteered at the sixth annual
Sky Ball in October to benefit the families of North Texas service men and
women. More than $500,000 was raised at that event for the Navy, Air Force,
Marine Corps and National Guard Relief Fund and to assist in-need families at
the Naval Air Station Joint Reserve Base in Fort Worth.
As the official airline of Snowball Express -- a non-profit organization
established to provide fun and memorable experiences for the children and
spouses of fallen military heroes -- American Airlines will fly nearly 1,600
children and spouses from throughout the United States to Orange County,
Calif., on Dec. 16, for the third annual event.
Additionally, American Airlines extends special travel benefits to
veterans, including waived baggage fees, discounts on leisure travel, early
boarding, preferred seating upgrades when available, Admirals Club admission
for soldiers traveling in uniform, and travel sponsorship for Medal of Honor
Recipients to their annual awards program.
About American Airlines
American Airlines, American Eagle and the AmericanConnection(R) airlines
serve 250 cities in 40 countries with, on average, more than 3,400 daily
flights. The combined network fleet numbers more than 900 aircraft. American's
award-winning Web site, AA.com, provides users with easy access to check and
book fares, plus personalized news, information and travel offers. American
Airlines is a founding member of the oneworld(R) Alliance, which brings
together some of the best and biggest names in the airline business, enabling
them to offer their customers more services and benefits than any airline can
provide on its own. Together, its members serve nearly 700 destinations in
over 140 countries and territories. American Airlines, Inc. and American Eagle
Airlines, Inc. are subsidiaries of AMR Corporation. American Airlines,
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