Saving Fuel With a New Purpose

What if a pilot using single-engine taxi not only saved fuel, but allowed a wounded soldier to reunite with his family at home? Or if the process of connecting ground power and pre-conditioned air helped a Vietnam vet arrive on time for his regular therapy treatment? A partnership between Fuel Smart and American's Veterans support team offers employees throughout the company the ability to make these and other moments possible for those who have served or currently serve in the U.S. armed forces. A portion of Fuel Smart savings generated by employees will be donated to help Veterans in need.

American announced today it will provide a portion of fuel savings generated by employees to Mercy Medical Airlift, an established not-for-profit organization that helps active military service members, veterans, and their immediate families travel for medical, counseling and diverse rehabilitation services through its Air Compassion for Veterans program. The AA Veterans Initiatives program has supported Mercy Medical Airlift's Air Compassion for Veterans program since the beginning of the year by helping to arrange travel on American and American Eagle. The initiative is being expanded through a partnership with American's Fuel Smart program, an employee-driven fuel conservation effort.