Fewer American connections contribute to holiday traffic dip

Carrier says fewer flights improve reliability at CLT

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American says it has cut flights from CLT to improve performance; the move has ‘greatly improved the travel experience,’ airline says

American Airlines says it has slightly reduced the number of Charlotte flights in an effort to ensure reliability in its schedules.