What are the best seats on the American Airlines Boeing 787-9 Dreamliner?

Top picks: 1A, 1L, 8A, 8L, 10A, 10L, 17A, 17D, 17H, 17L. Bulkhead and exit-row seats give the most legroom; window seats away from the engines are quietest.

Which seats should I avoid on the American Airlines Boeing 787-9 Dreamliner?

Avoid: 41A, 41D, 41H, 41L, 40D, 40E, 40G. The last rows recline less due to the curved fuselage, and seats near galleys or lavatories have heavier foot traffic and noise.

Does American Airlines offer extra-legroom seats on the Boeing 787-9 Dreamliner?

Yes — American Airlines sells extra-legroom seats (Main Cabin Extra, Preferred, Economy Plus or equivalent) at booking or check-in. Exit-row seats are usually included.

How many seats are on the American Airlines Boeing 787-9 Dreamliner?

Approximately 278 seats across 4 cabin classes in this configuration.

American Airlines Boeing 787-9 Dreamliner seat map

Best seats, exit rows and seats to avoid on American Airlines's Boeing 787-9 Dreamliner (American Airlines 787-9 (AA 789)). Tap any seat for cabin and pitch details.

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American Airlines 787-9 (AA 789)·278 seats

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AA's 787-9 seats 285: 30 Flagship Business (1-2-1 reverse herringbone), 21 Premium Economy (2-3-2) and 234 Main Cabin (3-3-3) including 28 Main Cabin Extra rows up front. Row 17 bulkhead has extra legroom but no underseat storage.

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