Originally Posted by
skywardhunter
TL/DR North American airlines have indoctrinated their customer base to accept a sub-par product which they then misleadingly call "First Class" contrary to the rest of the entire world's understanding of what First Class is...
Not entirely limited to North American airlines. Travel within China and you'll see the same - "First" class on domestic routes (even regional routes) is standard norrowbody recliner. Personally I'm quite happy that US carriers offer a proper premium cabin, even if it's a slightly larger seat. Travel in Europe or South America doesn't always offer the privilege. I would much rather that than the alternatives Lufthansa, TAM/LATAM or BA present to their customers on narrowbody flights.