American Airlines Expands Flagship Suite Launch, Routes

American Airlines will debut its new Flagship Suite premium cabins, featuring private suites with sliding doors, chaise lounge-style lie-flat beds, wireless charging, and enhanced storage, on Boeing 787-9 aircraft starting June 5, 2025. Initial routes will include Chicago, London, Zurich, Dallas, Brisbane, and Los Angeles, with further expansion planned as more planes are delivered and retrofitted through 2029. Passengers will benefit from multi-course meals with premium wine, upgraded bedding, luxury amenity kits, and access to the Flagship Lounge, as well as priority airport services. The suites will also be installed on upcoming Airbus A321XLRs and retrofitted Boeing 777-300ERs. American is replacing international first class with these larger premium cabins and aims to increase premium seating by up to 50% by decade's end. The rollout faces possible delays due to industry supply chain issues but underscores a renewed emphasis on luxury and privacy for long-haul travelers.