American Airlines Receives First Boeing 787-8 with Premium Economy

American Airlines Expands Comfort Options with New Premium Economy Seating

Enhanced Seat Selection Tools Available via Seating Chart

FORT WORTH, Texas and CHARLESTON, South Carolina — On August 10, American Airlines received its first Boeing 787-8 aircraft, featuring a new Premium Economy cabin, offering customers an elevated travel experience. This configuration marks the latest milestone in the airline's ongoing commitment to providing passengers with greater choice and comfort.

The Boeing 787-8, configured with 226 seats, offers three distinct cabin classes: Premium Economy, Main Cabin Extra, and Main Cabin. To ensure the most comfortable and spacious seating options, American Airlines now provides customers with a user-friendly seating chart that allows them to select their preferred seats in advance.

Premium Economy seats on the Boeing 787-8 provide passengers with an enhanced travel experience, featuring extended legroom, wider seat cushions, and increased recline. Passengers in Premium Economy also enjoy complimentary amenities, including noise-canceling headphones, amenity kits, and premium meals and beverages.

American Airlines continues to invest in its fleet and customer amenities to provide passengers with the best possible travel experience. The introduction of the Boeing 787-8 with Premium Economy is a testament to the airline's dedication to innovation and customer satisfaction.