American Airlines A321T Flagship Business Class: still worth it?

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You know all that stuff you've heard about American Airlines A321T Flagship Business Class? All of it is true. At least the good stuff is.
This is a full review of AA0179 from JFK to SFO in January 2022. I had seat 9F for this long 6 hour flight, and the aircraft registration was N101NN.
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[@astre7904]

I clicked on this faster than the Concorde could fly. Great video as always!

[@sanspotter]

Haha that’s pretty fast! 🤣

[@arshavin23_]

Nice one 😂

[@marczoller9505]

Your Videos always bright up my day

[@skiparkcityut]

The AA 321T has super comfortable J seats. Great padding and heavy duty. Fantastic way to cross the country.

[@tryhardgunner]

are they lie flat?

[@Deltaexe190]

@@tryhardgunneryes

[@michaelsharp3615]

Glad to see lounges return

[@londonglow5513]

Excellent service....I did exactly the same flight . Lovely experience

[@TheRareVideosXL]

I really enjoyed watching this video. I really like your editing skills. Keep up the good work.

[@sanspotter]

Thanks Meeran! 😎👊🏻

[@TheRareVideosXL]

@@sanspotter You're welcome.

[@kevinkong2178]

First time heard A321T, thanks for the update

[@andersonrodriguez8258]

Why does it has the T?

[@jowillard2373]

Scott, another great video. I too appreciate being early, just departed DCA Weds morning. Arrived at 4am for a 6am, just me and the cleaning crew.

[@sanspotter]

Thanks Jo! Being early means being prepared. 😆

[@oreotcat]

Thank you for the nice review! It’s a beautiful plane and a product we are all proud of at AA. The First cabin is amazing too, and you definitely don’t have to worry about a seat mate there lol. All BOS to LAX flights are the 321T now and also JFK-SNA. Love your videos, thank you Scott!

[@sanspotter]

You’re very welcome! I did get to try Flagship First back in 2015, and it was very impressive. It’s been a while though, so maybe I need to do it again soon. 😆 Nice to know BOS-LAX is all A321T at the moment. I had no idea!

[@kunalmishra9463]

I’m excited to try Flagship First w/ my dog from JFK to SNA in a month! Got an insane deal for only 30k AA points. Bulkhead “Cuddle class” here we come haha

[@avgjoeavglife]

Nice review! I love that AA sculpture in the terminal, and glad to see AA has a decent product on the A321T. Now if only AA could make their IFE more responsive.......

[@jetgraphy]

Great video!

[@sanspotter]

Thanks Jimi!

[@AviationMaster]

Fantastic review! Always been interested to fly one of the transcon 321s

[@sanspotter]

Thanks! Definitely do it if you get the chance. It’s totally worth it. 👍🏻👍🏻

[@brooklyngiraffe]

Great video

[@LMays-cu2hp]

Hahaha, Scott thank you for sharing.😀😀 You made me laugh and that was cool. It looks nice to go to the lounge early in the morning. Having breakfast without a lot of crazy noise is so nice. That is nice for American to have their transcon service with the three classes onboard. I compare this with the P.S. Service from my former on the 757s. It was cute seeing the Business Class section as you come onboard the 757 at the door 2L.

[@tmreed]

That’s what I did as I took Flight #179, which is the flight I always take between JFK and SFO. It used to be later in the morning. This time I got to see the sun rise over the airfield in the Flagship Lounge. It was nice and quiet. I could socially distance from others.

[@jimbohr]

glad your television worked. I paid for flagship first a week ago from lax-jfk, and the monitor did not work, despite a reboot. the flight attendant was so apologetic the entire trip. thank goodness for the flat bed and casper bedding. safe travels

[@nelsonprendergast9655]

Greetings from Scranton! I noticed that you seem to always watch The Office on your flights. Love the channel!!!

[@ryanfrisby7389]

Fantastic trip report as per usual Scott! I’d love to see a version of this only in Economy!😹

[@sanspotter]

Do I have to?😫😄

[@ryanfrisby7389]

@@sanspotter but then you can come back in Flagship First, and you could even go out in MCE.😉

[@lilmamaCC]

Thanks for the video! I am currently doing the segment runs before Feb 28th to go from gold (work travel) to platinum! I am almost always 3rd person in line and 2 get upgraded 😂😂 I am also currently on the American Regular A321 from FLL to CLT I can’t wait to do flagship (even if I pay full price)

[@conor8274]

Great review! I think you should try to make a video on one of the jetBlue mint seats in the 2-2 section instead of the throne seats. I think it would be interesting to see how big of a difference there is between it and the big ones.

[@sanspotter]

Thanks Conor! Yeah, I’ve never actually tried those old 2-2 Mint seats before. I should probably give them a go before they get replaced by the individual suites…

[@LoganAviation]

I love the A321T. It’s a really nice plane!

[@sanspotter]

I hated them at first because they replaced the 767-200s, but they have proven to be a massive upgrade!

[@BobNewbie]

I only love it just now after a roundtrip transcon run, had business one way and first the other. The one time I did do main cabin I got the main cabin extra seats. So basically if i can do a premium cabin I'll tolerate it, otherwise I seek out the larger birds which usually means flying United

[@LoganAviation]

@@BobNewbie I feel the same way. I tried Flagship First back in October. My favorite narrowbody is JetBlue’s A321LR. The cabin is impressive for a narrowbody.

[@tmreed]

When I fly on American I usually fly on the A321T. It’s my favorite.

[@andersonrodriguez8258]

Why the T?

[@fosteraviation]

Flight Info: Airline: American Airlines Aircraft/Registration: Airbus A321-T (N101NN) Seat: 9F Flight #: 179 Takeoff: John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK) Landing: San Francisco International Airport (SFO) Filmed: January 21, 2022

[@ChuckConnNYC]

Not a fan of AA (really one world in general), but that lounge looks pretty sweet. Solid video my friend

[@sanspotter]

Thanks Chuck! Yup, it’s probably the best lounge in the AA network.

[@rollingtroll]

Good entertainment in these shitty times. And well done for landing on the right airstrip!

[@sanspotter]

Shitty times indeed! I wasn’t planning on posting this video this morning, but it was ready to go, so oh well. And I was a little bummed we didn’t end up at LAX - at least I’d be closer to home that way. 😆

[@jerrybenegas8742]

You should narrate audio books. Your voice is so pleasant to listen to.

[@ja99ha]

Had breakfast there a few months ago and the flies were all over the place. All over the buffet area. Decent selection food, nothing great, drink selection however was excellent

[@thomasmoore9421]

I flew that same route last summer but in first and it was a mid day flight. I enjoyed it, even with the flagship first dining not being available. Hopefully I'll be able to do it again with the full experience 🤞

[@sanspotter]

I can’t imagine not being served food in Flagship First! 😵 Hopefully you got a discount on the ticket price.

[@thomasmoore9421]

@@sanspotter the flagship dining was closed because of covid and the flagship lounge was the only one open since the admirals clubs were closed. I did get a good fare. Everything started to reopen since October I believe. Gilbert travels & trek trendy each did a video about it when they reopened

[@thomasmoore9421]

@@sanspotter for clarity I'm talking about the flagship first dining at the lounge not the on board service.

[@itsnotme07]

As someone who used to exclusively fly AA, I really liked what I saw on this review. Was it enough to bring me back to AA? Not yet. But if I keep seeing stuff like this...I might come back and try them out again.

[@sanspotter]

American Airlines is weird like that. I’ve had some flights with them over the past year or so that weren’t all that great, but this one was fantastic.

[@rekensommetje]

As an Office fanatic yourself, I hoped you would have said “catch you on the flippity flip” MICHAEEEEL

[@_w_w_]

It's good the IFE didn't crash when you touchdown in SFO instead of LAX.

[@gaijinhito]

I'm a bad guy. I saw the amenity kit and thought, "you don't know s*** from Shinola." 😀

[@patrickpick3091]

Scott. you always make me happy. Question? How many SNEAKER's do you own. I hope you get a video deal. Love them btw

[@sanspotter]

Thanks Patrick! I only have two pair at the moment, but I’m starting to think that it’s time for a change… 🤔

[@cokezzz8249]

Bang & Olsen is a Danish premium audio company, and is known for premium offerings. Their headphones are really expensive on level with Bose.

[@BobNewbie]

It’s also SUPER awesome you got two seats to yourself

[@sanspotter]

Yeah I got kind of lucky with that. 😄

[@jefuryo]

Taking this route for JFK-SFO this December, Flagship First all booked. any other tips?

[@aidanzacharyguzman1676]

Yo Scott, u just flew on AA's first A321 in that config! The other A321's at the time of delivery were from US Airways.

[@heathertruskinger6214]

LoL....loved the fact the in-flight nav didn't know where it was going...on landing !😂

[@sanspotter]

Not gonna lie, I was a little worried. 😅

[@heathertruskinger6214]

@@sanspotter Yeah, I would be too ! 😂

[@musze1]

what were the first set if seats you passed by coming in? The looked different

[@DanknDerpyGamer]

MAn this made me oddly nostalgic for flying AA on JFK-LAX and JFK-SAN in Business Class on their 767-223ERs.

[@serge9808]

Since when are these new business class on AA? Fancied them a lot

[@billc6762]

What about compare to Alaska Air at half price? Will you still pick AA?

[@obguy1433]

Why did you say you were going to SFO when the flight tracker at 10:21 says you're flying to LAX?

[@BobNewbie]

I have flown on the 321T in business and flagship first, really enjoyed both. Just sucks with the lack of direct aisle access

[@sanspotter]

Very true about the lack of aisle access. I’ve never had much of a problem stepping over the legs of the person in the aisle seat in though…so it’s not a deal breaker for me.

[@BobNewbie]

@@sanspotter Ah yes you are a taller guy if I recall correctly LOL. Harder for this short chubby guy

[@revojoe6074]

I am looking at a business class flight on American Airlines that's on a A321(Narrowbody) is that similar to your flight?

[@WBTravels]

It's amazingly not pushing the limits of the 321 I flew one earlier this year in February on an a321N from Seattle to maimi it's 7 and 1/2 hours now that's pushing the limits also theirs no IFE and legroom isn't the best RIP

[@alyonapetrova694]

You should have shown a 1st class seat. Different catering? Seat?

[@tmreed]

You were on my favorite flight. I love the Flagship Lounge, Terminal 8 and the A321T.

[@sanspotter]

Yeah, everything about the experience was great! I’m looking forward to doing it in Flagship first next time.

[@gunvaldsandhaland7757]

like your video

[@sanspotter]

Thanks Gunvald! 😎👍🏻

[@dianeschroeder3980]

Glad to know AA has finally brought back hot food in First and Business class. It seems all the airlines used it as an excuse to cut costs during the pandemic. I was forced to eat dog food a few times in first. As always Scott, another fun packed video!❤️👍✈️

[@sanspotter]

Thanks Diane! As long as you avoid the “oatmeal”, I’m quite sure you won’t have to worry about being served dog food on these flights. 😄

[@dianeschroeder3980]

@@sanspotter haha you never know with AA!!

[@tmreed]

The food in Business Class is great.

[@dianeschroeder3980]

@@tmreed that’s great news!

[@sergiolaurencio7534]

doesn't look that bad at all, is the second-best nest to Jetblue. another awesome video and I wonder if what is happening right now in Europe with Russia would affect aviation?

[@sanspotter]

Yeah, it’s nice, but I still prefer Jetblue Mint over this. And yeah, who knows what’s going to happen because of whats happening in Europe right now. My fingers are crossed that this will end quickly.

[@moraimon]

This type of seat is very much acceptable for domestic flights but not for international long haul.

[@hanj31]

They also have some flights to Orange County SNA with this plane too.

[@sanspotter]

Someone else mentioned that as well, which was news to me. I had no idea!

[@dangleecock6704]

Can you keep the headphones?🙈

[@LuffyRL]

Hello, when was this filmed looked really hot out there it has been pretty hot here in SF the past few days. oops i meant cold and 1 day being ht

[@sanspotter]

Yeah, that was January 21st. It was beautiful that day!

[@zacha8296]

dang i live near holly mi

[@Amdisvt]

I never have recollection after I arrive at JFK airport, especially since you get a bit of a battering and scrambling through TSA when it's early in the morning. I currently live close to HPN - Westchester County Airport. I'm in Yonkers currently, actually. Never seen the inside of them.

[@sanspotter]

Yeah, JFK is a lot to process mentally in the early morning hours! It’s definitely a lot more fun (and tolerable) the more awake I am. 😆

[@Amdisvt]

@@sanspotter indeed, although I wish I could meet you someday in the future if you come back to NYC. I'm a bit of a knowledgeable person in NYC, more or less. I've accidentally left boxes of cereal bars at TSA before. I called them my "I can't eat anything before I get on the plane" food

[@Kevin-qn6iv]

I wouldn’t say JetBlue mint and American Airlines business class on the A321T is an apples to apples comparison. It would be more appropriate to compare it to the first class cabin on the A321T instead I think. Anyways great video as usual!

[@sanspotter]

Thanks Kevin! You’re very right - and I’d say that Mint is even (far) better than Flagship First.

[@Kevin-qn6iv]

@@sanspotter Agreed, JetBlue mint is better than AA Flagship first.

[@infozone7802]

Sorry to say the lounge looks like a canteen besides the food selections next to zero. Nothing much to shout about !

[@brilliantbutblue]

So how was LAX Airport then? 😄 Who eats oatmeal on a plate with a fork? Don't worry l think lve figured it out, the same person that eats fruit salad with a knife and fork lol. Did they have no bowls on board? So many questions yet so few answers..... what part of a FA's brain thought that oatmeal would look appealing smeared across a plate, l would have expected steel cut oats in a bowl. Also glad they served a lovely butter portion with the fruit plate love myself some mango and butter🤣. I'm sorry lm delirious at this point, love your work Scott don't ever change👍

[@sanspotter]

Haha, all good questions my friend. 😄 but you mean that you’re not supposed to eat oatmeal with a fork? really? 😮😁

[@davidcole333]

I have to say, choosing oatmeal on a flagship first flight isn't the smartest thing you've ever done. Nevertheless, it looked like a great flight!

[@sanspotter]

Well, with no chicken and rice option, it was the next logical choice. 😄

[@davidlazarus67]

That lounge looks excellent and the in cabin product looks good, but no chicken and rice?

[@sanspotter]

I know, right? I want to speak with somebody in American Airlines management about the lack of chicken and rice on the breakfast menu… 🤬🤣

[@davidlazarus67]

@@sanspotter It’s a travesty!

[@mxyzptlyk]

"Shinola" amenity kit? Are they making a statement? Chicken sausage is of the devil. It shouldn't exist. Why are airlines obsessed with chicken sausage? Another great one, Scott.

[@sanspotter]

How dare you say bad things about chicken sausage! 🙅🏼‍♂️😄 I actually prefer it over the regular stuff.

[@sportsMike87]

Some brands put weights in their headphones to appear more premium

[@sanspotter]

It would certainly fool me! 🤣

[@DBRobins]

I’m going to ask the obvious Q - what’s the cost. I’m actually looking at the same flight later in the year and debating.

[@ritz7825]

Yeah, having that extra seat to yourself...nice!

[@theresasovacool2332]

Way to “drop in” on old friends. 😆

[@sanspotter]

Hahaha! 🤣 You have no idea how badly I want to edit this video to include that. 😄

[@mrtodd3620]

Why don't they use a larger aircraft on this route?

[@sanspotter]

They make up for it with frequency. Pre Covid, these flights were nearly hourly (or very close to it).

[@waynecrozier9839]

Thank God I watch this video, I do international flights and when was offered in their business class on AA .compared to other major international carriers AAs business class is pitiful. That’s just a step above premium economy……..If you would like to see the true business class, check out any major international carrier…… I just watched another video on AAs business class seats, but it was for international flights. No that’s what I would consider business class……….They need to bring the true business class to domestic flights.

[@sportsMike87]

I do actually find the AA safety video entertaining

[@sanspotter]

I think it’s time for an update though. Seems like they’ve been using that one forever!

[@omgvics]

not gonna lie, if my flight includes a full meal but i still have premium lounge access, i'll make sure i get there early enough to sample the fare both on the ground and in the air ;)

[@sanspotter]

You have no idea the amount of restraint I had to place on myself for not overdoing it on the food bar in the lounge. 😬😬 I felt like a fool for being so responsible once I saw that “oatmeal” on the plane though. 😄

[@4evertrue830]

What? i don't understand. You thought you were flying to San-fransico, but somehow boarded AA going to Los Angeles, and still ended up in San-fransico? hmm....now that i don't understand. I wonder how that works.

[@Bobrogers99]

My request to all airline vloggers: This is not the time and place to eat healthy. Considering the cost of a BC or FF ticket, we want to see you consuming every morsel that the ticket price will provide you. There is a vlogger who regularly bypasses the decadent options and chooses the Chef-boy-ar-di offering. Boring. Aside from the oatmeal this was a good review!

[@JohnnyK60]

You're entitled for all those recent flights with little or no food!

[@sportsMike87]

Probably not unless you are flying international or flight is over 5 hours

[@sanspotter]

Yeah it’s probably overkill for anything less than 4 hours or so. I wouldn’t turn it down if it was available though!

[@bobzacamano658]

How awkward to sit that close to a stranger. FJB!

[@bumble8588]

you have double the amount of ads on this video

[@Hajiereg]

Fly over country TIYPE C' MAN?

[@sanspotter]

😄

[@lazer185]

I’d be concerned if you didn’t actually show up freakishly early for your flight! I’m the same way and I’m not making a video about my trips. It drives my wife crazy

[@sanspotter]

That’s why I’m glad that I travel alone most of the time. I know for a fact that I’d be super annoying to anyone I’m traveling with! 😄

[@robyoungquist5803]

How ever did you manage to survive without chicken and rice on the menu? 🙄🤣🤣. Clearly by this video we see mornings are not your forte. 🤨

[@50buttfish]

Are there any KARENS allowed in that section?