American Airlines Names Nathaniel Pieper Chief Commercial Officer

Core Insights - Nathaniel (Nat) Pieper has been appointed as Chief Commercial Officer of American Airlines Group Inc., effective November 3, 2025 [1][2] - Pieper brings extensive experience from his previous roles, including CEO of oneworld alliance and leadership positions at Alaska Air Group, Delta Air Lines, and Northwest Airlines [3][4] Group 1: Leadership Appointment - Pieper will oversee American Airlines' commercial strategy, planning, and performance across various sectors including alliances, cargo, and loyalty programs [2][3] - He will co-lead the Customer Experience team alongside Chief Operating Officer David Seymour [2] Group 2: Previous Experience - During his tenure at oneworld, Pieper integrated new airlines and launched sustainability initiatives, focusing on premium customer experience and digital integration [3] - At Alaska Air Group, he was instrumental in entering oneworld and managing significant aircraft transactions [4] Group 3: Strategic Role of Steve Johnson - Steve Johnson will return as Vice Chair and Chief Strategy Officer, playing a crucial role as American Airlines approaches its centennial year [6] - Johnson has been credited with revitalizing the commercial strategy and setting new standards of accountability [7]