American Airlines Expands Premium Plans, Including More Flagship Suites and Lounges

American Airlines is set to introduce its new Flagship Suites on nearly its entire long-haul fleet over the next few years, with older planes to receive a cabin makeover and new lounges to be built or expanded. The airline has already debuted its next-generation suites, featuring sliding privacy doors, on a small portion of its fleet, including brand-new Boeing 787-9 Dreamliners and Airbus A321XLRs. However, with the rollout of the new cabin on more planes, it's likely that more passengers will be able to experience the premium product. American has also been upgrading its lounges, with new or significantly expanded clubs in several cities, including Austin, Charlotte, Chicago, Dallas, Nashville, New York, and Washington. The airline has also introduced a new lounge concept called Provisions by Admirals Club, which offers a grab-and-go experience for passengers.