American Airlines Hosts Medal of Honor Recipients
March 24 2017 - 10:00AM
American Airlines team members will reaffirm their commitment to
our nation’s military with annual events paying tribute to Medal of
Honor recipients this week. The events culminate with a charter
flight carrying 25 recipients and their families to Washington D.C.
for National Medal of Honor Day events and activities.
“American Airlines and our more than 100,000 team members are
proud to partner with the National Medal of Honor Society to pay
tribute to the service and sacrifice of the recipients of our
nation’s highest military award for valor in combat,” said David
Seymour, senior vice president, Integrated Operations at American
and graduate of the United States Military Academy at West Point.
“Our long-standing commitment to veterans and their families is
unwavering. Many of our team members, including the pilots flying
today, are veterans and know firsthand the dedication and sacrifice
required of those who serve. Today we demonstrate along with the
hundreds of our team members who volunteer thousands of hours every
year to causes like this and so many more that are so close to our
hearts.”
The celebrations began yesterday when 25 of the 75 living Medal
of Honor recipients and their guests attended the Congressional
Medal of Honor Foundation’s annual Circle of Honor dinner at the
New York Stock Exchange. The event celebrates their courage,
selfless service and patriotism.
The events continue Friday morning with a hero’s sendoff at John
F. Kennedy International Airport before boarding an Airbus 321T
bound for the nation’s capital. Upon arrival at Ronald Reagan
Washington National Airport, they will be greeted with a water
cannon salute and a large employee and community welcome.
Recipients and their families will then be escorted to a special
luncheon hosted by American in their honor at the Ritz-Carlton
Pentagon City, during which American will recognize team members
for their efforts and recording the most volunteer hours with
military and veterans’ organizations.
“American Airlines is a phenomenal partner who provides a
better-than first-class flying experience for America's truest
heroes, the recipients of the Medal of Honor," said Ron Rand,
president and CEO of the Congressional Medal of Honor
Foundation. “We deeply appreciate American’s support and
service — from the NYC-to-DC charter flight to the
smallest details — during National Medal of Honor day events
and activities. What makes it so special is the enthusiasm and
passion the American Airlines volunteers demonstrate. They make
sure every flight for our recipients is an unforgettable
experience."
Since 2009, American has been involved with the foundation by
supporting the Medal of Honor recipients and the organization’s
activities. In 2011, the company became the first airline to
offer all current and future Medal of Honor recipients top-tier
Executive Platinum® status in its AAdvantage® loyalty program.
Given to only its most elite customers, this status ensures these
heroic individuals will have access to all elite amenities during
their travel experience. In September, American will once again
serve as the official airline of the National Medal of Honor
Convention, which will take place in Pueblo, Colorado.
American Airlines has long-standing ties to the nation's armed
forces. With more than 6,000 team members who are veterans or still
serving in the reserve component, the airline places a strong
emphasis on these initiatives via in-kind contributions to
nonprofit organizations. These organizations include Snowball
Express, Honor Flights, and the Gary Sinise Foundation.
Can’t make it to D.C. to welcome and personally thank some of
America’s bravest? Follow @AmericanAir on Instagram to get an
inside look at the sendoff, charter flight, lunch and learn more
about our nation’s heroes.
For more information about the ways American Airlines supports
military, veterans and their families, please visit
AA.com/joinus.
About the Congressional Medal of Honor
FoundationThe Congressional Medal of Honor Foundation was
founded in 1999 by the Congressional Medal of Honor Society to
perpetuate the legacy of the Medal. Through character development,
scholarship and citizen recognition programs based on the values
embodied in the Medal — courage, sacrifice, selfless service and
patriotism — the Foundation teaches all citizens that they can make
a difference in the lives of others. The Foundation also supports
the important work of the Congressional Medal of Honor Society. A
501(c)(3) nonprofit organization with Tax ID #25-1828488, the
Foundation carries a rating of 4/4 stars for fiscal management,
accountability and transparency from Charity Navigator, America’s
premiere nonprofit evaluator.
About American Airlines GroupAmerican Airlines
and American Eagle offer an average of nearly 6,700 flights per day
to nearly 350 destinations in more than 50 countries. American has
hubs in Charlotte , Chicago , Dallas/Fort Worth , Los Angeles ,
Miami , New York , Philadelphia , Phoenix , and Washington, D.C.
American is a founding member of the oneworld®
alliance, whose members serve more than 1,000 destinations with
about 14,250 daily flights to over 150 countries. Shares of
American Airlines Group Inc. trade on Nasdaq under the ticker
symbol AAL. In 2015, its stock joined the S&P 500 index.
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