American’s newest Boeing 787-9 with a premium configuration that elevates the customer experience when travelling at 35,000 feet. With the debut of the Flagship Suite seats, a reimagined Premium Economy cabin and redesigned Main Cabin, American’s newest 787-9 was created with the customer in mind.
AA’s Newest Boeing 787-9 Flies ORD to LAX
American’s newest premium aircraft made its debut on 5th June 2025, carrying more than 200 customers on its inaugural flight from Chicago (ORD) to Los Angeles (LAX). The flight marked the start of summer travel as several new international and domestic routes are also launching on June 5.
Customers on the first premium Boeing 787-9 flight received a gift bag with several commemorative items, including a flight tag designed specifically for the aircraft’s debut.
Customers travelling in the 51 Flagship Suite® seats enjoy more personal storage space, a wireless charging pad, USB-C and AC power and a one-of-a-kind chaise lounge seating option with an adjustable headrest pillow. Prior to boarding, customers in this cabin receive Priority check-in, security, boarding and baggage handling. When traveling on a long-haul international flight, customers have access to American’s Flagship® lounge prior to departure, and during the flight, Flagship Suite® service offers a multicourse meal curated to pair with award-winning wines, the newly introduced Brandon Blackwood amenity kits and a comfy duvet blanket with a refreshing dual-sided pillow with cool touch fabric on one side and traditional fabric on the other.
For those opting for Premium Economy, customers will experience the redesigned seat with new headrest wings that give customers additional privacy and new calf and footrests that offer enhanced comfort. The 32 Premium Economy seats also feature a new trim and finish, wireless charging, water bottle storage and USB-C and AC power, ensuring customers have a place for everything during their travel journey.
Customers travelling in Main Cabin will enjoy an in-flight experience tailored for their personal travel experience. Each seat offers USB-C and AC power and 4K QLED screens, featuring the newest inflight entertainment technology from Thales that includes American’s vast entertainment options, from blockbuster movies to audiobooks and children’s shows. American’s new aircraft is not just about luxury for few — it is about comfort and care for all.
“We’re excited that you are part of the beginning of this plane’s journey,” American’s Chief Customer Officer Heather Garboden said in a note to passengers on Flight 2012. “Everything you see on board today was designed with you in mind: from the design details to Bluetooth connectivity to state-of-the-art entertainment, your comfort is our priority.”
Bluetooth connection is available across all cabins, giving customers the choice to use their own personal headsets to enjoy one of the numerous entertainment options available on American’s inflight entertainment screens.
