ok - it seems that i must fly AA from ORD-NYC -- im a little too big for one coach seat - office wants me to buy 2 coach rather than 1 fc because 2 coach is $200 vs $450 for FC.

anyone know the best way to buy this - should i call AA to let them know?

any advice on check-in?

also - this will be on the MD80 - i assume the armrests go up?

thanks