Does the American Airlines Boeing 777-300ER have lie-flat seats in business class?
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American Airlines’ 777-300ER aircraft feature lie-flat seats in business class. View from the Wing +1
Business Class Configuration
- The 777-300ER now has 70 lie-flat business class suites with privacy doors, direct aisle access, and enhanced amenities.
- These seats are part of the new Flagship Suite product, based on the Adient Ascent platform used on the 787-9.🔗
Cabin Changes
- American removed the previous 8-first class seats, converting the space to business class.
- The retrofit increased total seat count from 304 to 330, with 26 net additions all in premium cabins.🔗
Seat Features
- Each seat includes wireless charging, Bluetooth audio, a 15.6-inch IFE screen, and a chaise lounge position.
- The 70 suites are the most in any U.S. widebody fleet.🔗
Service and Route Notes
- The first revenue service for the retrofitted 777-300ER is expected within weeks.
- The aircraft is likely to operate on high-demand long-haul routes like New York JFK–London.🔗
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