Gallery-American Unveils A321XLR, 787-9 Flagship Suite Seats

Linda Blachly September 21, 2022
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The Boeing 787-9 will have 51 Flagship Suite seats — 21 more than the current Boeing 787-9 that American has in its fleet.

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The entry to the Boeing 787-9 features a panel illuminated by American’s Flight Symbol with thin red line accents, affirming the customers’ experience.

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Passengers will have expansive personal surface and storage areas that they can utilize to fit their personal needs in the Boeing 787-9 Flagship Suite.

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Customers traveling together who want to dine together or share their personal space can do so in the Flagship Suite on the Boeing 787-9.

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The Boeing 787-9 Flagship Suite offers lie-flat seating and can also convert to a chaise lounge position.

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The Boeing 787-9 will feature 32 Premium Economy seats, 11 more than the current 787-9 in American’s fleet.

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The Boeing 787-9 Premium Economy Seats feature headrest wings to increase privacy and larger in-seat inflight entertainment systems.

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The Airbus A321XLR will have 20 Flagship Suite seats when it is delivered in 2024.

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Passengers will have a private experience on the Airbus A321XLR featuring Flagship Suite seats.

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The Airbus A321XLR will have 12 Premium Economy Seats.

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The Premium Economy seats on the Airbus A321XLR feature headrest wings for increased privacy.

American Airlines is giving customers a “suite” new ride. With new deliveries of its Airbus A321XLR and Boeing 787-9 aircraft, beginning in 2024, the airline will unveil new Flagship Suite premium seating and a reimagined aircraft interior for its long-haul fleet. Flagship Suite seats will offer customers a private premium experience with a privacy door, a chaise lounge seating option and more personal storage space. Customers will enjoy tailored luxury in their private retreat in the sky in American’s premium cabin.
 

Linda Blachly

Linda Blachly is Senior Associate Editor for Air Transport World and Aviation Week. She joined the company in July 2010 and is responsible for producing features for Air Transport World’s monthly magazine and engaging content for the aviationweek.com. She is based in the Washington DC office.

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