# American Airlines – FDA 483, May 20, 2026

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> FDA 483 for American Airlines on May 20, 2026. Product: other. Access full analysis and detailed observations.

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## Details

- Record Type: 483
- Company Name: American Airlines
- Inspection Date: 2026-05-20
- Product Type: other
- Office Name: Center for Food Safety and Applied Nutrition
- Summary: An FDA inspection of American Airlines in Charlotte, NC, revealed systemic maintenance deficiencies in the firm's potable water cabinet systems within its servicing areas. Observations included unsanitary conditions, microbial and fungal growth in hoses, standing water, and malfunctioning equipment, indicating a failure to consistently implement the firm's own preventive maintenance procedures. These findings represent a significant risk of contamination to drinking and culinary water.

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