American just gave its largest Boeing jets a major business class makeover. See how the cabin changed.
American is overhauling its Flagship business class with new perks, like sliding doors and companion suites. See how the old and new versions compare.
American Airlines has significantly upgraded the cabins of its Boeing 777-300ER aircraft, introducing a new Flagship business class suite for its 20-plane Boeing 777-300ER fleet. The revamped cabin, unveiled on Wednesday, boasts sliding doors, wireless charging capabilities, and enhanced storage solutions. The new Flagship Suite is the most premium-packed jet in American's fleet, featuring 144 premium seats in total: 70 business-class suites, 44 premium economy seats, and 30 extra-legroom Main Cabin Extra seats.
American's previous Boeing 777-300ER business class debuted in 2013, offering a 1x2x1 layout with 52 seats that were a major improvement over its earlier 2×2×2 and 2×3×2 configurations. However, the new Flagship Suite is even more refined, with 19 rows of seats and 70 business-class seats after a slight reduction in legroom. The cabin includes sliding doors, wireless charging, more storage space, and improved entertainment options compared to the previous version.
The Flagship Suite replaces the unpopular Flagship First class, which was discontinued due to low demand. American Airlines and the wider airline industry are increasingly focusing on premium travel, as passengers continue to pay more for added comforts. United Airlines recently introduced an "Elevated" interior on its Boeing 787s, while Delta is planning to debut new cabins for its future Airbus A350-1000s in 2027.
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