American vs. United: The 777-300ER Cabin Divide

American Airlines and United Airlines fly the same Boeing 777-300ER, but their approaches to outfitting the long-haul jet diverge.

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American Airlines and United Airlines both rely on the Boeing 777-300ER for long-haul flying, yet their strategies for the widebody differ fundamentally.

While the underlying airframe is identical, the two carriers put the jet to work in distinctly different ways, setting up a clear contrast for travellers comparing their premium cabins.

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