American Airlines Upgrades Boeing 777 With Luxury Flagship Suites

American Airlines is stepping up its premium travel strategy with a redesigned Boeing 777-300ER aimed at lucrative international travelers.

The airline unveiled its first retrofitted aircraft Wednesday. According to American, the new configuration includes 144 premium seats, with 70 lie-flat Flagship Suite seats featuring sliding doors.

American began introducing its Flagship Suites last year after supplier-related delays. The company previously announced plans to replace traditional international first class on many aircraft with a larger premium cabin.

The carrier said all 20 of its Boeing 777-300ERs will receive the upgrades by next year. Similar, smaller changes are planned for its Airbus A321XLR fleet.

The report said American is seeking to narrow the premium-service gap with rivals Delta Air Lines and United Airlines. The airline is also expanding its loyalty program, improving reliability and adding international routes.

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