American Airlines Boeing 787-8 Seat Map

American Airlines Boeing 787-8 cabin layout and seating plan

20J · 28W · 186Y234 seats
American Airlines Boeing 787-8 seat map
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Boeing 787-8

Boeing 787-8

This version of the American Airlines Boeing 787-8 Dreamliner is configured 20J 28W 186M and features Collins Aerospace Super Diamond seats in Business

Last verified August 17, 2026

Manufacturer
Boeing
Body
Wide body
Haul
Long Haul

Configuration

20J · 28W · 186Y
234seats
Business 20
Premium Economy 28
Economy 186
Wi-Fi
Best
Viasat Ka-band · Viasat high speed satellite wifi
Entertainment
Thales Avant system screening audio/visual content on demand

Seat classes

Flagship Business
20 seats
Rows1 to 5
Pitch46"
Width21"
Recline180°
In-seat amenities
PowerPowerUniversal ACUSBUSBUSB-AScreenScreen15.4" HD touchscreen screenWi-FiWi-FiViasat high speed satellite wifiAir ventAir ventAdjustable armrestAdjustable armrest

Twenty Collins Aerospace Super Diamond seats configured 1-2-1 in a reverse-herringbone pattern.

Premium Economy
28 seats
Rows6 to 9
Pitch38"
Width19"
Recline8"
In-seat amenities
PowerPower110V universal ACUSBUSBUSB-AScreenScreen11.5" HD touch screen displayWi-FiWi-FiViasat high speed satellite wifiAir ventAir ventAdjustable headrestAdjustable headrestAdjustable armrestAdjustable armrest

Twenty-eight Collins Aerospace MiQ seats configured 2-3-2

Economy
186 seats
Rows10 to 31
Pitch31" to 35"
Width17.1"
Recline5"
In-seat amenities
PowerPower110V universal ACUSBUSBUSB-AScreenScreen9" HD touch screen displayWi-FiWi-FiViasat high speed satellite wifiAir ventAir ventAdjustable headrestAdjustable headrestAdjustable armrestAdjustable armrest

186 Collins Aerospace Aspire slimline seats configured 3-3-3. Main Cabin Extra shown with orange accents and Main Cabin with red accents.

Seat insights

The best seats on this aircraft

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Boeing 787-8 seat specifications: pitch, width and recline

What every symbol, measurement, and color on the map means, so you can compare seats, cabins, and aircraft with confidence.

Seat measurements

Row pitch

Row pitch

Distance from a point on one seat to the same point on the seat in the row ahead. A useful proxy for legroom.

Seat width

Seat width

Measured across the seat cushion between the inner edges of the armrests.

Seat recline

Seat recline

How far the seat tilts back from upright, measured as the travel at the headrest.

In-seat amenities

  • Adjustable armrestAdjustable armrest
  • Adjustable headrestAdjustable headrest
  • Air ventAir vent
  • Seatback screenSeatback screen
  • Streaming to deviceStreaming to device
  • Wi-FiWi-Fi
  • Power outletPower outlet
  • USB portUSB port
  • Wireless chargingWireless charging
  • Bluetooth audioBluetooth audio
  • Privacy doorPrivacy door

Cabin features

  • GalleyGalley
  • LavatoryLavatory
  • Accessible lavatoryAccessible lavatory
  • Washlet lavatoryWashlet lavatory
  • Bar or loungeBar or lounge
  • Bassinet positionBassinet position
  • Prayer areaPrayer area
  • Snack stationSnack station
  • Service animal seatingService animal seating
  • Peanut-allergy seatingPeanut-allergy seating

Wi-Fi quality

Good

Steady enough for messaging and email.

Better

Comfortable browsing and light streaming.

Best

Fast enough for video calls and streaming.

Seat ratings

Recommended

Above average. A strong pick on this aircraft.

Caution

Some trade-offs worth weighing before you book.

Avoid

Below average, with known drawbacks to avoid.

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FAQ

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