American Airlines will begin deploying its new Boeing 787-9 Dreamliner with a premium-heavy configuration on the carrier’s nonstop route between Dallas/Fort Worth International Airport (DFW) and Auckland Airport (AKL). This new service is set to begin on January 5, 2026. The aircraft serving this route will be a 244-seat jet that features lie-flat seating in business-class Flagship Suites equipped with privacy doors. The jet will also be fitted with new premium economy seats that offer extra leg support and extended reclining capabilities. In addition, the jet will feature refurbished economy-class cabins.