American Airlines Launches New Larger Jets Erie, Charlotte, Palm Springs

American Airlines is expanding its network with new and enhanced routes, reflecting strong demand and strategic growth. Starting this fall, larger 72-seat Bombardier CRJ900 jets will be used for midday flights between Erie and Charlotte, increasing capacity due to high passenger loads and community support. Additionally, the airline will launch a new weekly transcontinental seasonal route from Charlotte to Palm Springs on December 20, 2025, operating Saturdays with a Boeing 737-800, marking a market entry on this unserved route amid rising travel to the desert destination and nearby Coachella Festival. American is also restarting daily service between Boston and Orlando for five months, responding to robust demand despite a competitive market. These route expansions leverage American’s dominant market shares at Charlotte and Palm Springs airports and are part of wider efforts to enhance air service convenience and connectivity for travelers. Meanwhile, Canadian carriers are similarly broadening their networks with new domestic and international routes, illustrating a broader North American trend toward increased air travel options.