Originally Posted by
IADCAflyer
AA is going to need more wide body lift on ultra long range runs like these. One flight per direction per aircraft.
AA still has orders for 787-8 and -9 being filled.
787-8, 23 in service and 14 remaining to be delivered. There will be 20 788 with Zodiac, the remainder with Super Diamond seating.
787-9, 22 delivered and 30 on order. Some will replace older 772s.
AA has 20 77W / 777-323ER and 47 772 / 777-223ER.