American Airlines has now officially announced that its new premium 787-9 aircraft will operate on the carrier’s Auckland-Dallas Fort Worth route 07 Jan-28 Mar.
AA’s vp international and inflight dining operations Jose A Freig says the carrier is excited to be introducing the new aircraft on the popular route, providing customers with a more elevated, premium experience. “From reconfigured seats to Bluetooth connectivity and a fresh new look, our new aircraft is steeped in comfort and functionality, which our customers are increasingly looking for in long-distance flying”.
. . . The Product
Highlights include the 51 AA Flagship Suite seats, more personal storage space, a wireless charging pad, USB-C and AC power and a chaise lounge seating option with an adjustable headrest pillow. It also has a redesigned 32-seat premium economy offering, with seats with a new trim, new headrest wings for additional privacy, new calf and footrests, wireless charging, water bottle storage and USB-C and AC power. In the main cabin, seats have USB-C and AC power and 4K QLED screens, featuring the newest in-flight entertainment technology, adds AA. Kiwis flying AA via Australia will see the 787-9 on AA’s seasonal flights between DFW and Brisbane from Nov.
. . . Boeing Appointment
Boeing has appointed Eric Hill as vp of investor relations, taking the role from Matt Welch, who is now vp and cfo of Boeing Commercial Airplanes, effective 05 May.
