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American Airlines Boeing 737-800 Vers. 1 (738)

This plane is used for both short and long trips, including routes to the Caribbean. Note that it is difficult to view the overhead TVs from the window seats in economy. If you plan to watch the movie, opt for the aisle.

American Airlines is starting to phase out the MD-80s and is replacing them with these 737-800s.

First class passengers, remember the acronym FEBO for food service. American Airlines serves first class from the Front on Even numbered flights and the Back on Odd numbered flights. Being served first usually results in getting your first choice of meals.

  pitch width seating details
First Class: 40.0" 21.0" 16 seats More Info
Economy Class: 31-32.0" 17.2" 132 seats
  • In-flight Amenities (click icon for more information)

    The above amenity icons represent the services that are available on this aircraft. Click on the individual icons for more detailed information. If an icon is not pictured, that service is not offered on this aircraft.

  • Audio
    There are 12 channels of audio entertainment on this plane for all classes. In economy, you can bring standard headphones from home and listen for free, or you can buy headphones to keep for $2 on the plane.
    Audio Listings
  • Video
    Twenty inch LDC monitors are located above the aisles at Rows 3,6,7,11,15 and 23. In economy, you can bring standard headphones from home, or you can buy headphones to keep for $2 on the plane.
    Movie Listings
  • DC Power
    There are Cigarette Lighter style power ports in all First Class seats, and Cigarette Lighter style power can be found in select Economy seats, mostly towards the front of the cabin. Consult the seat map for exact locations.

    Read our guide to in-seat laptop power for more information.
  • Food
    Non-alcoholic beverages are complimentary; alcoholic beverages can be purchased in Economy for $6 and are free of charge in First Class.
    • Economy Class On U.S. and Canada flights that are 3+ hours and depart between 5am and 9pm snack boxes can be purchased for $4 each. On transcontinental, Alaska and Hawaii flights, a sandwich or wrap is also available for $5. Snack Boxes and Sandwiches
    • First Class: Complimentary food service is offered on all flights over two hours that operate within a traditional meal time.

    First class passengers, remember the acronym FEBO for food service. American Airlines serves first class from the Front on Even numbered flights and the Back on Odd numbered flights. Being served first usually results in getting your first choice of meals.

    First and Business Class Menus
  • Infant
    Baby changers: A baby changer is present at the back of this aircraft.

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