American Airlines

American Airlines Group Inc. is the parent company of American Airlines, the largest airline in the world by fleet size and passenger numbers. The airline operates thousands of daily flights to over 350 destinations across more than 60 countries, with major hubs in cities like Dallas-Fort Worth, Miami, and New York. Founded in 1926, American Airlines has a rich history of innovation, including the introduction of the first commercial Douglas DC-3 and the launch of the AAdvantage loyalty program. The airline operates nearly 6,700 flights each day, including passenger and cargo services, supported by regional partners like Envoy Air and PSA Airlines. American Airlines emphasizes a commitment to diversity, operational excellence, and global connectivity, with a workforce dedicated to caring for people on their journeys. The company also engages in various employee resource groups and environmental initiatives, fostering an inclusive culture that reflects its diverse customer base.

Airlines/aviation Dallas, United States Founded 1926 ~37,580 employees NASDAQ: AAL

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Employees
37,580
+0.5% in the 3 months to Sep 2026
Revenue / employee
$1.5M
Revenue ~$54.6B
Stock
AAL
NASDAQ
12-month attrition
3.1%
Tech: 7%
H1B filings, FY2026
239
Sponsors visas

Headcount trend

American Airlines went from 34,532 employees in Oct 2024 to 37,580 in Sep 2026. Apr to Sep 2026: 1,018 people joined, 282 left.

Org structure

Headcount by department

Other15,299
Success9,325
Operations6,635
Engineering3,551
Sales1,057
Finance887
Marketing317
HR278

Salaries at American Airlines

All salaries

482 salary profiles in the US

Most reported roles

Pay by level, gender and ethnicity · India salaries

H-1B sponsorship

H-1B Sponsorship Moderate
H-1B Filings by Department
Engineering744
Operations66
Executive28
Finance27
Consulting19

The department split adds up all the years listed above. FY2026 alone: 239 filings.

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American Airlines FAQ

How many employees does American Airlines have?

American Airlines has about 37,580 employees, up 0.5% over the 3 months to Sep 2026.

Does American Airlines sponsor H1B visas?

Yes. American Airlines filed 239 H1B (LCA) applications in FY2026, according to the latest U.S. Department of Labor disclosures. Most of them were for Engineering roles.

What is American Airlines's revenue per employee?

American Airlines makes about $1.45M in revenue per employee, based on $54.63B annual revenue and 37,580 employees.

How much does American Airlines pay?

6figr has 482 salary profiles for American Airlines in the US and 3 in India, with pay broken down by role, level, gender and ethnicity on the American Airlines salaries page. See American Airlines salaries in the US

Is American Airlines a public company?

Yes. American Airlines is publicly traded under the ticker AAL on NASDAQ.

Data from Company Prospectus, DOL LCA disclosures, WARN notices and 6figr salary profiles.