# The Boeing 787 Dreamliner is part of the backbone of the carrier's long-haul operations.

*aerospace · news · 2026-04-17 · Simple Flying*

## Key points

- American Airlines operates 11 Boeing 787-9s with a 244-seat premium heavy configuration.
- The 787-9 premium heavy jets are deployed exclusively on five routes to London Heathrow in 2024.
- Chicago O'Hare to Heathrow is the most frequent 787-9 premium configuration route with up to three daily flights.
- These aircraft feature 51 Business, 32 Premium Economy, and 18 Economy Plus seats to maximize premium revenue.
- American's premium heavy 787-9 strategy signals a shift toward prioritizing premium seating for higher yields.

**Companies:** American Airlines, Boeing
**Countries:** United States, United Kingdom

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