American Airlines pilots, represented by the Allied Pilots Association, have formally criticized the carrier’s refusal to reimburse Uber Black fares for airport-to-layover-hotel transfers following diversions. The airline maintains UberX suffices for crew transport, citing cost concerns, while the union asserts Uber Black is the only safe option late at night due to its professional chauffeurs, commercial insurance, and higher liability limits. Pilots choosing Uber Black must absorb the price difference personally, a policy unchanged since its implementation. This dispute reflects escalating tensions between operator cost-cutting and crew safety during irregular operations, particularly ground transportation reliability after diversions or late arrivals. The APA declares the policy out of step with job demands, adding to a growing list of grievances against the Texas-based carrier.