AA38 Miami/London - type of business class
Oct 21, 2011, 10:44 am
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AA38 Miami/London - type of business class
Hi there,
Can someone help me out here. I am flying AA on flight 38 from Miami to London in a couple of weeks. Can someone share experiences or information on the business class product? Is it flat seats like BA etc.
Thanks!
Can someone help me out here. I am flying AA on flight 38 from Miami to London in a couple of weeks. Can someone share experiences or information on the business class product? Is it flat seats like BA etc.
Thanks!
Oct 21, 2011, 10:47 am
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I suggest you read the sticky where basic info is located. 
All AA intercontinental biz seats are very similar (practically the same): lie-flat at an angle "wedgie" seats. Not completely horizontal like BA. If that's what you need, then fly BA.
All AA intercontinental biz seats are very similar (practically the same): lie-flat at an angle "wedgie" seats. Not completely horizontal like BA. If that's what you need, then fly BA.
Oct 21, 2011, 10:48 am
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Angled, lie-flat seats on AA.
Angled, lie-flat seats on AA.
Oct 21, 2011, 10:48 am
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If you go to Forums -> Community -> Trip Report you'll find plenty of reports with pics off AA's J product.
In MIA you'll be able to use the Admiral's Lounge since you're flying on a paid Business Class ticket. Enjoy your flight.
In MIA you'll be able to use the Admiral's Lounge since you're flying on a paid Business Class ticket. Enjoy your flight.
Oct 21, 2011, 10:55 am
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Of course, in the case of the OP, NGBC (AA's international angle-flat business class product) would definitely be on offer.
Admirals Club access would be granted based on class of service, but the ticket needn't be paid for access rules to apply--if the OP were on an upgraded ticket or award booking on this route, access rules would be the same.
Oct 22, 2011, 12:35 pm
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Does that include some 767's?
Oct 22, 2011, 2:00 pm
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All international routes scheduled to be flown with 767s are operated with 767-300s, which have NGBC, AA's international angle-flat business class product. AA do operate a small fleet of 767-200s, configured for domestic transcontinental flights--these aircraft are not scheduled to fly internationally and do not have these angle-flat seats.
So, in short:
So, in short:
- 767-300s: all are fitted with angle-flat NGBC seats; any international flight scheduled on a 767 is scheduled with this equipment, although it is sometimes also used for domestic flights;
- 767-200s: all are configured for domestic transcon service, with old-style business and first class recliners; these are not currently scheduled for any international routes.
Oct 22, 2011, 2:04 pm
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More significantly you can use the AA arrivals lounge at LHR. This land side lounge is far superior to the MIA Admirals club... it includes moderately good food, free drinks. espresso machine, showers etc. Well worth a visit for a hot shower and a bit to eat if you aren't in a rush.
Oct 22, 2011, 2:54 pm
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All international routes scheduled to be flown with 767s are operated with 767-300s, which have NGBC, AA's international angle-flat business class product. AA do operate a small fleet of 767-200s, configured for domestic transcontinental flights--these aircraft are not scheduled to fly internationally and do not have these angle-flat seats.
So, in short:
So, in short:
- 767-300s: all are fitted with angle-flat NGBC seats; any international flight scheduled on a 767 is scheduled with this equipment, although it is sometimes also used for domestic flights;
- 767-200s: all are configured for domestic transcon service, with old-style business and first class recliners; these are not currently scheduled for any international routes.