FAA certifies Boeing 737 MAX 7 after years of delays

The Federal Aviation Administration granted certification to Boeing’s smallest passenger jet on Monday, a major milestone for the planemaker that comes after more than four years of delays. The 737 MAX 7 is the shortest variant of Boeing’s workhorse narrow-body jet, capable of carrying between 135 and 160 passengers in a normal commercial configuration. (It…

American Airlines hikes Admirals Club membership fees

American Airlines is making the biggest changes to its Admirals Club membership program in years, introducing a new lower-priced membership for solo travelers while dramatically increasing the cost of its traditional lounge membership. Beginning Aug. 23, the airline’s standard Admirals Club membership will cost up to $1,400 per year — up from today’s maximum of…

Citi / AAdvantage Executive Mastercard gets a major refresh

American Airlines and Citi are giving their flagship premium credit card its biggest refresh in years, adding new travel benefits, richer statement credits and new ways to earn AAdvantage® miles and Loyalty Points. Beginning Aug. 23, the refreshed Citi® / AAdvantage® Executive World Elite Mastercard® (see rates and fees) will carry a $695 annual fee…