American Airlines starts compensating flight attendants left 'stranded' during Winter Storm Fern

American Airlines said Winter Storm Fern was the worst weather-related disruption in its history.

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• American Airlines wrote to flight attendants about compensation following Winter Storm Fern.
• APFA, the union for cabin crew, said some were left "stranded" in airports and hotel lobbies.
• Tensions have risen, with the union calling for new leadership after the airline reported earnings.

American Airlines has started...