The term AMERICAN, E.G. can be solved in a crossword puzzle with the answers AIRLINE (7 letters) and AIRCARRIER (10 letters). An AIRLINE is an organization that provides air transport services for passengers or freight, typically using aircraft. An air carrier is a company that operates aircraft for the purpose of transporting passengers or goods from one place to another. Both terms refer to companies that provide air travel services, but an AIRLINE is a more general term while an air carrier is a more specific term.