Originally Posted by
AS Flyer
you failed to mention where you connected to after your 5 hour flight once you reached PHX. What's AA serving on a similar flight from PHX to ???. I'd venture to guess that it's similar or worse. Compare apples to apples for a more realistic comparison.
The OP is likely comparing an AS 2.5 hour flight from PHX-PDX or SEA with an AA 5 hour flight from JFK-PHX... totally not a fair comparison at all...try flying AA PDX-LAX (snack basket) and compare it to AS (hot meal option).