American Airlines Fleet and Network in 2025

As of February 2025, American Airlines (AA) operates a vast fleet of 981 mainline aircraft, making it the third-largest commercial airline fleet in the world. The airline’s fleet consists of both Boeing and Airbus aircraft, with a strong focus on narrow-body operations. More than 80% of AA’s aircraft belong to the Airbus A320 family and the Boeing 737 family, cementing its position as the world’s largest operator of A320 family aircraft.

On the wide-body front, American Airlines operates an all-Boeing fleet, including the Boeing 777 and Boeing 787 Dreamliner. The airline remains the world’s largest operator of the Boeing 787-8, utilizing its efficiency for long-haul international routes.

In recent years, AA has pursued fleet modernization, placing huge orders for the Airbus A321XLR and Boeing 737 MAX 10 aircraft to enhance its narrow-body network while expanding its Dreamliner fleet for international growth.

Additionally, American has secured an order for 20 Boom Overture supersonic jets, signaling its ambition to reintroduce supersonic commercial travel in the coming decades. With 323 aircraft currently on order from both Airbus and Boeing, the airline continues to invest in next-generation aircraft to improve efficiency and passenger experience.

Below is a detailed breakdown of American Airlines’ fleet as of early 2025.

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American Airlines Narrow-Body Fleet Overview

Airbus A319-100

• American Airlines operates 133 Airbus A319-100 aircraft, making it the largest operator of this type.
• These aircraft primarily serve domestic and short-haul international routes.
• The airline plans to retrofit its A319 fleet starting in 2025 to enhance passenger experience.

Airbus A320-200

• The fleet includes 48 Airbus A320-200s, primarily inherited from the US Airways merger.
• These aircraft feature a standard single-class configuration, operating on domestic and short-haul routes.

Airbus A321-200

• American Airlines operates 218 Airbus A321-200 aircraft, the largest fleet of its kind in the world.
• Most aircraft feature a standard configuration, while a subset is equipped with a transcontinental layout for premium cross-country routes.
• The airline plans to standardize its A321 configurations as part of a fleet renewal strategy.

Airbus A321neo

• The fleet includes 83 Airbus A321neo aircraft, including 10 A321neos previously operated by Alaska Airlines.
• The airline placed an additional order for 98 A321neos in March 2024 to support domestic and international expansion.

Airbus A321XLR

• American has ordered 50 Airbus A321XLR aircraft, with deliveries set to begin in 2025.
• These aircraft will feature a premium-heavy layout, suitable for transatlantic and long-haul domestic routes.

Boeing 737-800

• The airline operates 303 Boeing 737-800 aircraft, forming the backbone of its domestic network.
• These aircraft feature a two-class layout, serving short- and medium-haul routes.

Boeing 737 MAX 8

• American Airlines currently operates 70 Boeing 737 MAX 8 aircraft, with an additional 30 on order.
• The airline converted 30 existing orders into the larger Boeing 737 MAX 10 variant.

Boeing 737 MAX 10

• American has placed firm orders for 115 Boeing 737 MAX 10 aircraft, with options for 75 more.
• The MAX 10 will become a key part of the airline’s narrow-body fleet, offering increased capacity for high-density routes.

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Wide-Body Fleet Overview

Boeing 777-200ER

• The airline operates 47 Boeing 777-200ER aircraft, primarily used for long-haul international routes.
• These aircraft are configured in a four-class layout, featuring Flagship Business, Premium Economy, Main Cabin Extra, and Economy.

Boeing 777-300ER

• American Airlines’ fleet includes 20 Boeing 777-300ERs, featuring a premium-heavy layout.
• The airline plans to retrofit these aircraft from 2025 to align with its latest cabin offerings.

Boeing 787-8

• American operates 37 Boeing 787-8 aircraft, making it the largest operator of this variant worldwide.
• The 787-8s are primarily deployed on medium- and long-haul international routes.

Boeing 787-9

• The airline’s Boeing 787-9 fleet consists of 22 aircraft, with 30 more on order.
• Deliveries for the new 787-9s will begin in 2025.

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Route Updates – Summer 2025

American Airlines has announced major international route changes for the Northern Summer 2025 season, focusing on expansion, seasonal route adjustments, and aircraft upgrades.

Boston (BOS)

• The Boston–London Heathrow (BOS–LHR) route will be upgraded from a Boeing 777-200ER to a Boeing 777-300ER from April 17 to April 28, 2025.

Charlotte (CLT)

• A new daily route to Athens (CLT–ATH) will commence on June 5, 2025, operated by a Boeing 777-200ER.
• One of the three daily Charlotte–London Heathrow (CLT–LHR) flights will be upgraded to a Boeing 777-300ER.

Chicago O’Hare (ORD)

• New daily routes to Madrid (ORD–MAD) and Naples (ORD–NAP) will launch in March and May 2025, respectively, operated by Boeing 787-8 aircraft.
• Seasonal service to Barcelona (ORD–BCN) will be extended until October 24, 2025.
• The Dublin (ORD–DUB) route will shift to a seasonal schedule.

Dallas/Fort Worth (DFW)

• A new seasonal route to Venice (DFW–VCE) will launch on June 5, 2025, operating until September 1 with a Boeing 787-8.
• The Dallas–London Heathrow (DFW–LHR) route will increase from four to five daily flights.

Los Angeles (LAX)

• The Los Angeles–Tokyo Haneda (LAX–HND) route will transition to an all-Boeing 787-9 operation by June 5, 2025.

Miami (MIA)

• The Buenos Aires (MIA–EZE) route will transition to Boeing 787-8 aircraft.
• The Miami–London Heathrow (MIA–LHR) route will increase to two daily Boeing 777-300ER flights.

New York JFK (JFK)

• The Barcelona (JFK–BCN) route will be upgraded to a Boeing 777-300ER from June 4 to July 3, 2025.
• The Madrid (JFK–MAD) route will receive a Boeing 777-300ER upgrade during peak summer months.

Philadelphia (PHL)

• A new daily service to Naples (PHL–NAP) will begin in May 2025, operated by a Boeing 787-8.
• Seasonal flights to Athens (PHL–ATH) and Rome (PHL–FCO) will see increased frequency.

Conclusion

American Airlines continues to refine its fleet and network strategy, focusing on modernizing its fleet while expanding and adjusting its international connectivity. Moreover, its commitment to fleet modernization is evident in its substantial orders for next-generation aircraft, including the Airbus A321XLR and Boeing 737 MAX 10, which will play a crucial role in replacing older aircraft and expanding both domestic and international operations.

With substantial orders for next-generation narrow-body and wide-body aircraft, the airline is positioning itself for long-term growth and efficiency in both domestic and international markets.

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