American speeds up MD-80 replacement

American Airlines said yesterday that it will speed up deliveries of its 737-800s, taking an additional six in 2010 as it as it seeks to replace its MD-80s with more fuel efficient aircraft. The carrier now plans to take delivery of 36 -800s in 2009 and 40 in 2010. It has firm orders for an...

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