American Airlines Fine

On August 14, 2008, the United States Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) proposed $7.1 million in fines against American Airlines (AA) for safety and other regulatory violations. The bulk of the fines relate to the airline continuing to fly aircraft after being made aware of problems with the auto-pilot systems.¹

Fast Facts

1. AA is also accused of violating policies regarding drug and alcohol testing²
2. American Airlines may file an appeal against the fines¹
3. Fine is one of the largest in FAA history³
4. The fines, in part, also relate to improper inspections of emergency lighting systems¹
5. The FAA levied $2.7 million in fines against AA in May of 2008²

Quotes

"We do not agree with the FAA's findings and characterizations of American's action in these cases. We believe the proposed penalties are excessive."—American Airlines statement³

"The FAA believes the large total amount of the fine for these violations is appropriate because American Airlines was aware that appropriate repairs were needed, and instead deferred maintenance."—FAA statement¹

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