Major airlines are cutting frequent-flier miles for basic economy passengers, with United, American and Delta implementing changes.

Add Yahoo as a preferred source to see more of our stories on Google. American Airlines passengers who buy basic economy tickets will no longer be eligible to earn miles or points toward status in the ...

American Airlines quietly ended the ability for customers traveling on basic economy tickets to earn miles and status. Basic economy tickets are airlines' most restrictive and already do not allow for ...

American basic economy customers will continue to be able to stow a free carry-on bag. Photo Credit: American Airlines American Airlines has stopped awarding AAdvantage miles on purchases of basic ...

American Airlines has drawn a sharper line between its cheapest tickets and the perks that come with loyalty. Starting this week, customers who buy basic economy fares will no longer earn ...

As American Airlines continues to dominate Charlotte’s airport, local passengers buying the cheapest seats will no longer earn award points as basic economy customers. The airline, which accounts for ...

The differences between the budget fare type offered by the three legacy carriers.

American Airlines passengers who buy basic economy tickets will no longer be eligible to earn miles or points toward status in the carrier's AAdvantage loyalty program. "Customers who purchase a Basic ...