Industry context
AirlinesPremium cabinsAmerican AirlinesAmerican is retrofitting its 20 Boeing 777-300ERs. Premium seats rise from 116 to 144, with 70 Flagship Suite business-class seats with privacy doors, 44 Premium Economy seats and 30 Main Cabin Extra seats. Flagship First is removed, with completion expected during 2027.
Why it matters
This is part of the wider airline premium-cabin arms race. More premium seats changes the shape of long-haul inventory, but does not guarantee reward-seat availability.
Published 2 Sept 2026Reviewed 17 Sept 2026
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