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FORT WORTH, Texas — In recognition of Veterans Day and in celebration of the
service and sacrifice of our nation’s heroes, American Airlines supported a
series of events throughout the month of November to honor and celebrate those
who served.
“Supporting our nation’s heroes is a responsibility that all companies should bear, and it’s a privilege for me as a veteran of the U.S. Army myself,” said Randy Stillinger, American’s Manager of Military and Veterans Initiatives. “Through great partnerships, and with the resources of an airline with worldwide reach, we’re able to create meaningful experiences and appreciation that reflect the deep gratitude our team has for the military community.”
Seats for Heroes with the Dallas Cowboys and Philadelphia Eagles
Faces of Freedom with the Texas Rangers Baseball Foundation
Salute to Service with the Los Angeles Chargers
These efforts are part of American’s ongoing commitment to the U.S. Armed
Forces community, including military veterans and active-duty service members.
Events throughout the month of November included:
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Salute to Service with the Los Angeles Chargers (Nov. 9)
As the presenting sponsor of the L.A. Chargers’ annual Salute to Service
game, American presented the Military Hero of the Game. Bill Dillon, a
101-year-old World War II veteran and the last surviving member of the USS
Sailfish, was honored on field. Dillon is a decorated hero, having
received two Bronze Stars and contributed to the development of the first
GPS system and the launch of the United States’ first space satellite.
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Faces of Freedom with the Texas Rangers (Nov. 13)
In partnership with the Texas Rangers Baseball Foundation, American hosted
veterans for a three-day trip to Washington, D.C., as part of the Rangers’
Faces of Freedom program presented by American Airlines.
Established in 2022, the
Faces of Freedom
program seeks to honor past and present members of the U.S. military. This
year’s trip included 15 veterans representing four branches of the U.S.
military, with recipients of the Purple Heart and Operation Enduring
Freedom medals among them.
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Salute to the Troops in Las Vegas (Nov. 14)
In partnership with USO and MGM Resorts International, American flew 75
service members from Washington, D.C., to Las Vegas for a weekend filled
with sightseeing, dinners, shows and a concert by actor and
singer-songwriter Mark Collie, seen in the hit TV show “Landman.”
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Seats for Heroes with the Dallas Cowboys and Philadelphia Eagles (Nov. 23)
American, along with its partners at the Dallas Cowboys, hosted 40
military patients from Brooke Army Medical Center (BAMC) in San Antonio,
Texas, for a VIP game day experience. American operated a private charter
to transport attendees to Dallas-Fort Worth where they were greeted with a
heroes’ welcome upon arrival and enjoyed the game in a private suite.
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Welcoming home Vietnam veterans (Nov. 28)
American supported a journey of remembrance for 10 veterans returning to
Saigon, Vietnam, in collaboration with Veterans United Home Loans and
actor/humanitarian Gary Sinise. The 10-day trip allowed the group to
retrace their steps and reflect on their experiences more than 50 years
after their service. The group, which included one of 61 living recipients
of the Medal of Honor, was welcomed home with a celebration at Dallas Fort
Worth International Airport (DFW).
Throughout the entire year, American is proud to honor active service members
and veterans — including more than 11,000 of its own team members.
About American Airlines Group
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airline, American Airlines offers thousands of flights per day to more than
350 destinations in more than 60 countries. The airline is a founding member
of the oneworld alliance, whose members serve more than 900
destinations around the globe. Shares of American Airlines Group Inc. trade on
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