How does American Airlines' 767-300 Business Class measure up on a domestic route?

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Date of Travel: JUNE 2018
Airline: American Airlines
Livery: AA standard
Route: JFK-MIA
Aircraft: Boeing 767-300
Registration: N383AN
Flight Number: AA1316
Miles: 1089
Airborne time: 2h40m
Notes: Twelfth of 25 legs, round the world
Cost to book: £198, one way, JFK-MIA-MCO
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[@wittyverbalassassin]

Am I the only one who watches these types of videos because I can’t afford to go nowhere? I absolutely love them thank you for sharing!

[@andrewgreen2726]

I'm the same. It feels like you've just taken a journey!

[@meandmyEV]

Pretty much! They are also like ASMR for middle aged dudes.😂 I fly occasionally but my most extravagant part is purchasing the "big seat" on Spirit. It has been years since I got more than a bag of peanuts and a soft drink for free on a flight.

[@wittyverbalassassin]

Rich Daley lol

[@alexanderblake2454]

Ya cause you dumb you don’t say I can’t afford to go nowhere you say anywhere you Asian

[@dogecool2473]

Alexander Blake, rude.

[@rw33312]

Your observations of American Airlines are spot on.

[@ZBGregory]

The divider curtains were installed after the Terrorists on 9-11 flew one of these into the World Trade Center. The curtain is there to discourage passengers from wandering towards the cockpit from the Main Cabin and they are transparent so working crew can always have an eye through the entirety of the cabin in case of hijackings.

[@philkitchen5462]

I think this may be the first time we disagree! Other than the lack of potatoes/rice you didn’t mention much about the food - which looked more substantial than a panini and a roll that BA we’re serving in business at the time? I was massively disappointed with the tiny portions of cold cuts LH served on my Lon-FRA-bud flights earlier this year too. I’m still loving the channel though :)

[@Paul_Lucas]

BA weren’t serving a panini and a roll on flights of 1,000 miles or more. New York to Miami is 1,089 miles, so it’s about the same as London to Helsinki or Rome, where you’d have got a full three course dinner. This is one of the shortest flights that AA do serve a meal on though, anything less and you get no meal at all, just a drink and a biscuit. The catering in the US is far poorer and stingier than in Europe as a rule, and so are their lounge access rules.

[@philkitchen5462]

Paul's Trip Reports you’re right of course :). All my recent CE flights have been shorter. DUB/AMS/JER/BRU and OSL, so all I’ve seen of late is the Panini or less which has probably clouded my judgement. I’m probably a bit protective of the AA 767 I think, when I did it I flew LHR-ORD on a sloped 772, and back on the 767 sear featured here.

[@rf821]

BA catering is not any better than this!

[@vanillasplash6198]

Yeah personally i wouldn't call it long haul but its close

[@alexmnblyth]

But LHR-FRA is a short/medium haul route

[@MeganMcIntosh]

I don't even like traveling very much anymore but I love airplanes and everything to do with airports / airline business. Your videos are great!

[@KEITHGEE1000]

Most enjoyable as always! Thanks, Paul.

[@wdh47211]

Dude...I live just outside of Orlando....I wish I would have known....I would have done nothing as not to bother you from your work providing us with great videos.....MCO is a great airport....I hope you enjoyed it. Thanks again for posting these...they mean a great deal...

[@bodyloverz30]

In the 80,s & 90's catering in First Class was outstanding, will high end steak,s and carved roasts. Standards have really slipped over the past decade.

[@EssexWolf1993]

You timed it right, since AA are to retire their 767s by around 2019/2020.

[@jamesmacey7878]

The particular aircraft flown on in this video has already been retired. That happened in July.

[@rigor.m9422]

767's are meh. 757 is the stuff

[@AveragePhlogUser]

Not at all. They won't be retired until a few more years.

[@ryanfrisby7389]

They just announced there retiring a whole bunch of regional jets and turboprops as well as all of there 757’s and 767’s. There MD-80’s are gone!

[@alexmnblyth]

Great video *don't you just love that wingtip* Me: *don't you just love that engine roar*

[@chrisstarr2576]

Thanks again Paul, great insight..with your experiences on air travel..looking forward to the next adventure!

[@herbertcarrillo-ramos3772]

Nice video, we used to use the B767-323ER from JFK to MIA because the aircraft used to continue down as AA989 to Montevideo MVD. I’m still sad they have been retired. They are missed

[@kensherwood4866]

Another good report Paul. Great travelling the world with you. Always new and interesting info. That "dinner" was a disappointment, good job you had the meal in the lounge. Looking forward to the next leg.

[@solotrippin09]

Paul I really enjoy watching your flight reports. I don't have the ability to fly on Business but your cool vids are nice enough to quench my thirst. Everything is spot on and keep the good work up!

[@colliewollie1471]

Your narration has improved dramatically

[@mygeekspace6912]

I laughed at the high speed shot of ‘man on tarmac’ @10:53...Speedy Gonzales! 🏃🏽

[@bobbisset2314]

Am really enjoying your world trip reports, thanks for sharing.

[@reneeratliff1937]

I have watched for awhile. Really enjoy,miss traveling 😕

[@sergeant655]

The thin see thru deviders are indeed like that for security reasons. It allows the crew and air Marshall to see all the way down the aisle

[@jackisyarlar1208]

I subbed because this is such a great Chanel!!😀

[@jillsmith3937]

I’ve used this airline very nice stoped at Miami airport 🥰 it been a lone time boy have they changed we just had row seats but still very good

[@robertwyman]

Hey Paul: The see-through dividers were designed after 9/11 so the cabin crew can see what's going on on in all cabins. I will miss the 767. Business class seats are the best I have flown on, in terms off the US carriers. In coach I will miss the 2 seats on the windows.

[@MarcusFeyFey]

NIce review! But honestly I have to disagree with you at 9:12 regarding the meal. It is fantastic and expensive they don't "stretch" the meal using a (cheap) starch. You got a roll and I'm sure more options are available. It's a very health meal and tasty I am sure!

[@bodyloverz30]

I'm not sure it would be good as you say?

[@cardiffflyer]

Great video! That Business class seat l think is also used by Air Astana. Simply Aviation did a video about them and they look pretty similar i believe.

[@danwaterman8059]

Looks like a good vid ❤️ can’t wait to watch

[@bige6560]

That 763 is yummy you can tell it's really light cause look how short the takeoff roll was and it climbs like a rocket

[@charliebuxton2500]

Hi Paul. Really liked this video! I have a video suggestion. Could you look in to Aurigny and do a trip report of them?

[@Francebras]

Flying domestic in the US, independently of any class of service, is being subjected to utter mediocrity. Just hope for the best, meaning you land on time.

[@heleneg525]

And that you don't crash!

[@huligancho]

The price is very cheap, where did you buy your tickets Paul ? Thank you for the great video :)

[@DV-yr5ow]

Why do people complain about the big 3 and yet still fly them. I don’t complain about them, I just fly other carriers.

[@techmage89]

Usually because there's no other choices? Many smaller routes are only served by a few airlines.

[@ballantynemoyes8019]

I don't like the fact that all the shades are down when you board the aircraft. What's that about? In Australia all shades have to be open for take-off and landing. I'd have thought that was a basic safety issue. Qantas Club membership, for those who have it, also gets you into the Admiral's Lounge. It's an arrangement the two airlines have.

[@Paul_Lucas]

It’s to stop the aircraft interior from heating up on sunny days when it’s not in use - very common even in Europe.

[@ballantynemoyes8019]

Thanks, Paul. I've not experienced it in all my flying but maybe I've just been lucky. The thought of entering a dim metal tube doesn't work for me I'm afraid! : )

[@21xd09]

Apart from the very old cabin, at least there is the 2 4 2 seating lol!

[@ZBGregory]

You got really lucky landing right next to your gate, that must have been a 1 minute taxi

[@P00katube]

Why did you fly to MCO via MIA instead of directly from EWR/LGA/JFK to MCO?

[@Paul_Lucas]

To review the different products.

[@GeneralKenobiSIYE]

You fast forward thought the best parts! The take off! Stop doing that! I want to see the take off.

[@chrisholland3927]

So do I !!!!!

[@Matthewdoesmc81]

I've been to miami and its amazing!

[@mrbpdx]

I am beginning to wonder as to what I missed on the Dreamliner. My admirals club in Atlanta experience was good as I got my electronics charged. Because my airplane suffered a birdstrike I ended up traveling from Chicago to Dallas via Atlanta a E175 and 738. Major comedown! I am hoping that there was more amenities on the Dreamliner compared to the 763. Otherwise, I feel as if I did not miss much

[@aronair3532]

767’s are gorgeous

[@patconte1853]

I have had this same meal on AA several times and had the same reaction Paul had "where is the starch"? However, I have had many other meals with AA in Domestic First Class (JFK to MIA is a domestic First Class flight operated on a long-haul aircraft) and there is always a starch. Not sure why this meal doesn't have one? Sometimes this chicken was good and juicy other times not. By in large AA's First Class meals are hit or miss. I had a tasty Chicken (that included rice) on a DFW to LAX flight last week and Spareribs from ORD to SAN earlier in the month that were also good (that came with mashed potatoes and ice cream). The best part of flying AA in First is you can pre-order your meal 30 days in advance (thus always getting your choice). As far as AA compared to Delta or United they all have their positives and negatives. UA would have had one cold and one hot option for a flight this long. Both UA & AA serve warm nuts (AA has larger dish) whereas Delta doesn't. Service in the US (like Europe) is inconsistent. You can have great crews or not so great. I was surprised a tablet wasn't offered, as I have flown the B767 from MIA to DFW and was given a tablet with a large quantity of pre-loaded programs. AA at least gives a blanket, UA doesn't (unless you request one). Delta gives blanket and pillow. Of American's long-haul seats the B767 is by far the worse in Business Class. Outside Qatar's QSuite the seats on AA's 787-900's and 777-200's may be the best Business Class seats I've flown. Spacious with plenty of storage (same seats as Cathay's Business Class). As far as US vs European Airlines the US actually gets a bad rap. I am the first in line to knock US Carriers and their lack of service and catering. But, the truth be told, flying First Class within the US may actually be a better experience than flying Business within Europe. While the catering is better in Europe (BA serves a hot breakfast from DUB to LHR) it has diminished over the years (BA used to serve hot meal from PRG to LHR now Panini or cold meal). Most US Carriers do serve meals in First on flights over 2 hours and on flights under 2 hours a snack basket. Flying Business Class within Europe gains Lounge access, flying First in US doesn't. But where the US Airlines are light years ahead is the seats are not Economy Class seats with the middle seat left free, they are 2x2 with extra width and leg room of which AA's B737-800's have the most leg room of any US Airline (Alaska's 737-800's has great leg room too) and all airlines (outside low cost carriers - or which Southwest is not) have power ports and IFE (inflight entertainment). Some have seatback monitors and all have Wi-Fi and free own device entertainment (in all classes). So as long as you download their app and have a smartphone, tablet, or laptop you have access to plenty of entertainment. Wi-Fi is just starting on some European Airlines and IFE is non-existent. To show how times have changed, by far the two best Airlines for Intra-European flights are Turkish and Aeroflot. If you would like to read any reviews of my travels visit patstravelreviews.com Thanks for the video's Paul. I enjoy watching and hearing your take on your travels and experiences!!

[@ChakraW]

Well, with Celiac, all I could have is chicken in green beans. So, yay for that.

[@Jerry-hp5sf]

ChakraW and hope there is no cross-contamination. (fellow Celiac here).

[@anjongaustrejr3633]

very good video...for sure you are not afraid of turbulence......why?..........which is more turbulence bigger plane or medium plane...thank you..

[@rollingtroll]

Bigger planes are generally more stable but it all depends on weather conditions. Whatever the case, it's uncomfortable but the plane can handle it.

[@allanduncan6852]

Your experience of American’s catering is pretty fair and I’ve always been underwhelmed by it.

[@tomaschaloupka2058]

Champagne in the plastic in business class ? Plastic in business class ? :O :O

[@stevenm5062]

Tomáš Chaloupka it was a pre departure drink .-.

[@AB-pr4uc]

As an avid UA flyer myself, apparently AA isn't a much better product in similar flight segments.

[@KaiatheSiberianHusky]

wow it is like you are flying BA

[@danielueblacker9118]

Please don't talk, you can get a bad cookie.... Your food reviews are amazing and I look forward to them.

[@flyboysaviation8822]

Cool video! Product indeed nothing too impressive, although lie-flat seats for a two hour-flight isn't all bad :)

[@VeniVidiAjax]

Try getting on a 767-400! It's the prototype of the 777-300.

[@csn3333]

767s are just so easy to get wingtip-ed in the US

[@lucasharrington4810]

I love 767s

[@kathlynterry8196]

My opinion is that the Middle East and Asian airlines can afford a real luxury class. Wouldn’t be surprised if they weren’t subsidized. Unfortunately, American carriers aren’t and are rather pedestrian and very money conscious. I just don’t think they’ll compare favorably with other global airlines. Just don’t have the panache.

[@bilalahmed2123]

You looked tired from the beginning mate. Gotta relax a little bit globetrotter 🙂 The Boeing 767 is an old aircraft, so it wouldn’t have the amenities of a newer jet like the 777, but airlines and airline mechanics love the 767 as its easy to operate, work on, and the fact that it’s an ultimate work horse.

[@omarijoseph3189]

I agree, that the american carriers haven't grasp the concept First/Business Class costumer service, a far cry from Asian & European competitors, however they ALL know how to get the money from your pockets..lol

[@WorldTravelA320]

Omari Joseph we pioneered it. How many of those carriers from Europe and Asia are government owned?

[@WorldTravelA320]

See ads from before deregulation hit.

[@Paul_Lucas]

There are very few carriers in Europe which are owned by governments. All the best ones are wholly private or public companies.

[@omarijoseph3189]

@@WorldTravelA320 i get where you are coming from, however the fact still remains that Asian Carriers and some European airlines far exceed those American carriers in this area..

[@brianakl]

Do u have an Air New Zealand cideo?

[@AVCTripReports]

Spot on review. I think you’ve put this across very fairly - A chicken salad isn’t exactly a premium meal and even Club Europe champions this on a longer sector.

[@jeffhacker4588]

2 hours 40 minutes is not a "longer sector," compared to many in the U.S. American's policy is to serve hot meals in F/J on domestic flights over 2:30 (some exceptions, like ORD-NYC/DCA/DFW)

[@aidancavanaugh3849]

I flew economy from CUN-PHL and it was awful. Interestingly enough, it was an AA 767-300, and this flight was only a month prior to this video.

[@albinhorman8298]

can you when you say how long the route is can you show it in Km on the screen. becuse all people dont know the conversion rate. still a great vid

[@rollingtroll]

x 1.6. should be easy to remember :)

[@cappygolucky]

There’s a lot of people in the US

[@hariomtalreja3101]

The reason why the Boeing 767 is allowed to fly on transatlantic routes is because it is ETOPS approved and is allowed to fly 180 minutes

[@brkitdwn]

No starch?? Shotty!

[@garricksl]

Do you ever want to take Southwest Airlines? - It is No. 1 domestic airline in USA. :)

[@yeehaw9460]

2:24 music?

[@JackJackProductions]

Music at 2.35

[@rollingtroll]

Brilliant thumbnail. Man those AA travels are bland. When the most exciting thing happening on a flight is not finding potatoes you know you're flying AA. Ah well, it got you to Orlando ;). Nice video, got a proper Impression on what the flight must have been like. I completely missed this video as I was traveling myself. Cheap and not very cheerful with Ryanair...

[@c.k.1252]

Hey Paul, great report! Just to let you know, the reason our airline curtains are so thin here on US carriers are security. I flew pre-9/11 for UA and before 9/11 we had thick curtains. After 9/11 they took all curtains away at first and then replaced them with the sheer ones. Visibility through all cabins is required at all times per the FAA now. Hope that helps! :) Cheers!!

[@semsemeini7905]

You are lucky to get a piece of chicken on a 2 1/2 hour flight in the US! LOL.

[@AveragePhlogUser]

Well, he was in First Class. www.aa.com/i18n/travel-info/experience/dining/premium-dining.jsp

[@azeemghuman5439]

That is true

[@CaliWeHo]

🤣🤣🤣

[@roberts6035]

The food did not look that bad, they just cut the carbs.

[@Paul_Lucas]

That’s the best bit though. 😜

[@roberts6035]

And Paul, after your first class experience everything is a bit disappointing.

[@ronclark9724]

Not if you are a diabetic. We shun carbs, and get more than enough eating one slice of bread... Fresh fruits and green vegetables are the key to controlling blood sugar. Rice and potatoes or a bag of chips/crisps are not...

[@AnteaterCharger]

ESPECIALLY coming off Cathay Pacific

[@GaryNichols]

AA's 1C food is actually pretty good, and healthy. I eat it nearly weekly. You have 30 days prior to departure to pick any number of types of specialty 1C meals (veggie, vegan, kosher, etc). They make the carbs extra by offering bread on the side, or they sort them as side dishes. If you luck out, on some flights they actually have an ice cream cart they wheel down the aisle and make you a custom sundae!

[@Menstral]

American Airlines - 9 boarding groups. If you board above Group 3, it may be true that you are inferior. If you are boarding in the last group you are probably a loser. Group 1 First class passengers Active duty U.S. military members with military I.D. Business class passengers (only on a 2-class international plane) Group 2 Executive Platinum AAdvantage members Oneworld Emerald members Business class passengers (only on a 3-class plane) Group 3 Platinum (Pro) AAdvantage members Oneworld Sapphire members Group 4 Gold AAdvantage, Oneword Ruby, Airpass members Premium economy class passengers Citi® / AAdvantage® Executive cardmembers Passengers who have purchased priority boarding Group 5 (Preferred boarding) Main Cabin Extra passengers (excluding economy tickets) Eligible AAdvantage credit card members Eligible corporate travelers Group 6 - Group 6 general boarding, Non-revenue, AA employees Group 7 - general boarding Group 8 - general boarding Group 9 - Basic economy, inbred, defectives

[@danielstrandby3678]

I am getting completely restless from watching your videos and I cannot wait to fly out into the world again myself. Thank you so much for another great video, the quality and consistency is greatly appreciated!

[@Paul_Lucas]

Daniel Strandby thank you Daniel! 👍🏻👍🏻

[@daveroche6522]

Yeah - the thoughts of flying - anywhere - makes me drool (much like Homer and the sausages...).

[@andrewtaco]

"It's still pretty good for an American lounge." #SHOTSFIRED

[@albertosaurusrex6854]

i mean if the TSA doesn't do their job...

[@billchapel5248]

Paul, I would like to see you take a 2ooo mile trip on a Greyhound, that would be a real laugh!

[@Paul_Lucas]

About half way through now... onto a whole load of American carriers! AA lounge access rules: Admirals Club: Admirals Club annual membership (through credit cards or otherwise) Day membership Oneworld Sapphire or Emerald, but NOT if you’re an AA Oneworld member. Only if you’re from a “foreign” carrier. Travelling international business class. Flagship Lounge: Oneworld Sapphire or Emerald but NOT if you’re an AA Oneworld member. Travelling on a three class flight internationally or transcontinentally. Connecting onto or from a Oneworld airline same day in international first class. Concierge Key AA members If you aren’t any of those, and just buy the flight, you get NO LOUNGE ACCESS. Even in domestic first/Business Class. (This isn’t exhaustive and please correct me or expand in the comments if you’re able! Hope you can see why I didn’t outline these in the voiceover 😬)

[@George-xi4if]

I love all american airlines' general approach to lounge access. Even on a 5 hour flight in business class (or as they call it first class) gives no lounge access. It is so silly. You call it first and not business yet no lounge access. In Europe, for example BA, on cheap Club Europe (30min flight to Leeds) I get access to a Business lounge. The whole American approach is mind boggling.

[@user-eo4di4yp1p]

Why does it say 2 days ago edited?

[@Paul_Lucas]

Because every video I produce goes up privately through Patreon for channel donors to have early ad-free access. That’s why some of the comments are from two days ago too.

[@George-xi4if]

Patreon supporters get a link to the Unlisted KZbin video 48 hours early with no ads. I saw it 2 days ago :)

[@TheAircraftKing]

This is nearly right except one thing. The Sapphire or Emerald member access rule unless your status comes from AA only applies to domestic flights. If you are an AA Platinum/ OW sapphire member traveling say from JFK to LHR, you are allowed access. I have AA plat and used the flagship lounge prior to my flight from LAX to NRT.

[@AndrewTubbiolo]

American travelers know we're not going to look good compared to the rest of the world. Shareholders in American airlines don't think it's in their interests to provide passenger comfort.

[@mrvwbug4423]

All 3 of the US majors are equally bad, at least in economy. I flew "first class" on Delta in 2016 on one of their 737s (not a transcon, just a normal one), and it was at least slightly better than Paul's experience on AA, but I'm sure the economy passengers were just as miserable as AAs.

[@janlovesmany6058]

@Slightly Burned Pancakes We are!!

[@zachmatt3]

American could do a better job of cleaning the interior of that 767.

[@ZBGregory]

He's correct. The 767 out of JFK flies across the pond to Europe during the night, and the 767 out of MIA flies to Europe or South America All night. Those two aircraft will head back around Midnight and land early in the morning in JFK, and MIA, one will fly from MIA to JFK and one will fly from JFK to MIA and switch places during the day with a domestic flight or two before doing the same routine again the next night.

[@artenman]

I need to do react videos to guys like these. Like dude, that piece of chicken I would take any day on a fucking transatlantic flight.

[@nomorehierros]

The worst flight I ever had was AA Economy Heathrow to JFK, awful food, surly, unpleasant crew and very tight seating.

[@ericjamieson]

A few years ago the worst thing was if you were expecting to fly between the UK and the US on BA and it turned out the flight was an AA codeshare. BA was far from perfect but at least they'd be willing to fill you up with wine so you'd pass out and wake up when you got where you were going.

[@garrettdouglass4549]

@@ericjamieson LOL soooo true about the foreign airlines being free with the booze

[@MarcBasilla]

I recall reading somewhere the see-through curtains (between classes) are there to ensure line of sight.

[@aeviflyer]

Yup thank the TSA...

[@OperationNonsense]

I just clicked on the video, even before watching it I know this flight isn't going to go well. Airline industry in America is absolutley bottom tier on the planet. All 3 legacy airlines in the US are utterly terrible. They are kept alive by anti-competitive US laws preventing superior foreign airlines from flying US domestic routes.

[@LoganLavery]

The meal looked fantastic. Chicken breast on a large bed of green beans.....looked very healthy for a 2.5 hour flight tbh.

[@largol33t1]

Paul, I think the reason for the complex rules on access is partly influenced by sooo many liars trying to sneak in. My dad had to fly them a lot because the company he worked for had a very high mileage AA credit card. He did appreciate their lounges but said every single time he uses them, someone is trying to sneak by the staff at the front desk! LOL, do the freeloaders really think AA are that stupid?! Here's my biggest gripe about them: why can't they serve similar food from the lounge in first and business class? It's sad that at one time, UNITED economy class meals were slightly better than AA's first class meals!

[@williamlin2076]

generally american tickets are sold for alot less and almost 50% of the business class seats end up being used by frequent flyers with platinum status but only pay for economy fares. its alot harder to get status on united imo

[@adamrosales2632]

I am a FA for jetBlue you need to try our mint service if you haven’t done so already.

[@RN-DNP]

Adam Rosales: I have, and it was an enjoyable, rewarding experience for a very competitive fare. It also puts the majors to shame.

[@jumboJetPilot]

I interviewed to be a pilot at JetBlue.

[@herbertcarrillo-ramos3772]

The catering on domestic routes is because its extremely expensive and catering Department changes an arm and a leg and the airline pays for it and not as foreign carriers whom are supplied by their governments.

[@willywonka9175]

Great to see a traditional trip report really enjoying your channel it is starting to concern me that some aviation bloggers are just becoming megaphones for carriers, is great following your world trip take care✌🏼

[@caseyvoce3261]

Great video. I noticed the not on the music, but could you give us the names of the songs. I really liked one instrumental & would like to be able to find it. Thx!

[@andyonajourney]

Hmmmm...asking a lot of the catering for a 2-3 hr flight from NYC to MIA. Perhaps you should try one of the transcon routes. You're more likely get a potato or rice dish. And perhaps a printed menu.

[@scottvernon9413]

The thin cabin dividers are for security.. after 9/11... 767 cabin crew ..... well.. all cabin crew need to see who's approaching the cockpit.... a sad reality in today's world.....

[@mikeocallaghanmusic]

I'm Canadian. And I admit, some things I see in the news are adorably Canadian. A Zamboni getting stuck on the ice, police getting called to a dispute of two people arguing about where to throw snow while shovelling, and our drinking laws getting changed for 1 day to accommodate an overseas Olympic hockey game. Some parts of this video scream British. You're flying in a tube at nearly 1000 km/h at 36,000' eating chicken, a salad and enjoying a drink. But no potato? Unacceptable!

[@sanspotter]

Really nice summary of the JFK-MIA 767-300 service Paul! Can't believe they handed out iPad's to compliment the overhead monitors though - I wouldn't have expected that in business class.

[@Paul_Lucas]

Cheers Scott! Yeah, that’s what they do on the long hauls. I think they’re supposed to be retiring all the 767s in the next few years.

[@LSp8]

@@Paul_Lucas True, the 787-8 will take over all of the ol 67's routes and the 787-9 will do the same for the older 777s

[@MPDLR]

Sadly, we Americans are cattle - even in first class. We don't care for detail or quality. We don't want to savor. Just shove some lukewarm food in front of us, or better yet give us a buffet, and we're fine with it. Be it airlines or cruiselines - fares and profits are up, but quality of food has declined and the businesses are smart - they know their customers - us idiots.

[@db60615]

Here's the thing.......American seems to be about quantity vs quality nowadays. They pride themselves on being the world's largest airline, but their profit margin is the lowest out of all the legacy carriers only coming in at 1.4%. They really need to restructure how they do business. Delta is kicking ass in service, customer satisfaction, and in profits.

[@db60615]

@@afcgeo882 nope......that cuts into their budget. Has nothing to do with their profits. Their stock is also falling. Lower that both Delta and United.

[@macktravels68]

Thin curtains (see thru) in the US have been this way since 9-11.

[@jeffhacker4588]

I always enjoy your reports, Paul, because they include economy class - many of us don't get to ride up front that often. One comment on this one, though. You noticed the flimsy curtain between Business and Economy on the flight. it is essentially the same on all U.S. airlines, as the see through curtains are required since 9/11 for security (the first year or so after 9/11 no curtains were permitted). And I agree that the food up front may not be the best, but the U.S. carriers generally give away a lot of the forward cabin seats to frequent flyers in the form of free upgrades, so they aren't incented to make J/F worthwhile on most domestic flights.

[@wanderlustspirit4607]

Wow that JetBlue livery was weird. Was it an old plane? Old livery? Special livery? Looked so retro

[@ryanfrisby7389]

It is a heritage livery to celebrate a certain number of years in service!

[@kenshores9900]

Food service on any American carrier is a joke. It died when the price wars occurred allow with baggage costs.

[@stevecooksley]

Just wondering, if you wanted to fly just to Miami, could you buy the cheaper Orlando ticket and not take the connection? I'm sure they would be wise and make sure that doesn't happen but is there any way you could "miss" the connecting flight?

[@Paul_Lucas]

Risky, and definitely not with a checked bag, as that would end up in Orlando. In the US you may be pursued for the cost of the fare avoided, if they believe you did it deliberately. Tales of woe abound on Flyertalk!

[@stevecooksley]

Ah yes, I see the internet is awash with "Hidden City Ticketing" stories. New one on me, but I suppose it's such an obvious way to avoid higher fares it's been tried many times.

[@bigworldddd9566]

Am I alone here in liking the videos before I even watch it?

[@kernow9324]

Hi, I haven't read your comment, so no idea what you might be saying, but I've liked it anyway. Hope that helps. ;-)

[@jen93106]

I do that for this channel!

[@kernow9324]

I'm not one to bear a grudge (hehe) but I had a bad experience on board an AA flight - LHR-LAX - in 1998 and haven't forgiven them.

[@williamruss8157]

Similar thin, see-thru curtains are used on United as well. I think they use these for security reasons.

[@thomashart5321]

William Russ Or because they are light

[@saxmanb777]

The FAA doesn't allow cabin curtains anymore after 9/11. They have to be see through now. They want the crew to be able to see the entire aisle.

[@DoubleDeckerAnton]

It's great seeing you travel round the world Paul! 🛫 🌍 ✈ 🌎 🛬 🌏 Learning so much from these vlogs! 📚👍