American Airlines Jet Pull Raises Funds for Employees in Need

More than 40 teams of American Airlines employees and partners took part in the airline’s annual Jet Pull at Miami International Airport on November 10. The event was held at the airport for the first time as part of the airline’s centennial celebration, expanding a competition also staged in Charlotte and Dallas this year.

Teams of 20 competed to pull a Boeing 737-800, weighing close to 100,000 pounds, 15 feet as quickly as possible. Each team was required to raise at least $1,100 to participate. The fastest team wins; the current record is 6.3 seconds, set in Dallas.

Proceeds benefit the American Airlines Family Fund, which provides financial assistance to employees facing personal hardship or an unforeseen crisis. The fund gave $1.2 million to employees in need in 2025. JC Liscano, the airline’s senior vice president of Miami operations, described the event as a “labor of love” and said the fund helps employees through difficult moments at home. An award ceremony was planned to recognize the fastest teams and all participants.