If Possible, I would give both American and US AIR zero stars; DO NOT FLY AMERICAN AIRLINES. Was on flights both domestic and international and the flights were absolutely horrendous. I have status with them because it's a preferred airline for work, but next time flying on vacations I'm transferring my Sapphire points to another airline.
What are the deficiencies compared to Star Aliiance, Virgin, or even British Airlines as their own partner:
Lack of updated aircrafts on long haul flights, lackluster service, limited entertainment options, less professional flight crew than other airlines outside of the pilots. This doesn't even take into account delays and lost baggage which has happened too many times.
AGAIN, I SAY TRY NOT TO FLY WITH THESE AIRLINES.
Thanks for reading.