American Airlines Embraer 170 Seat Map: Best & Worst Seats
American Airlines Embraer 170 cabin layout and seating plan
Embraer 170
The American Eagle Embraer 170 holds 12 business and 53 economy seats. Economy holds ten extra legroom seats sold as Main Cabin Extra. Overhead bins can accommodate 22" bags on both sides of the main cabin and starboard (DF) side only of the First Class cabin
Last verified October 14, 2026Verified by Alex Westridge
Configuration
Seat classes
Power110V universal AC
USBUSB-A
Wi-FiGogo satellite wifi
Air vent
Adjustable headrestTwelve recliner seats in a 1-2 layout.
Power110V universal ACUSBUSB-AWi-FiGogo satellite wifiAir ventAdjustable headrest
Adjustable armrest53 seats in a 2-2 layout. Main Cabin Extra denoted by red accents
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Best seats on the American Airlines Embraer 170
Ranked by cabin from the per-seat ratings, window quality, and traveler notes on the American Airlines Embraer 170 seat map.
The best seat on the American Airlines Embraer 170 is 01A. In Business, go for 01A or 02A; in Economy, 08A and 14A are recommended. For extra legroom, 08A is worth choosing early.
- 08A
Window·Recommended
Extra legroom.
- 01A
Window·Recommended
Single seat with its own aisle access.
- 02A
Window·Recommended
Single seat with its own aisle access.
- 03A
Window·Recommended
Single seat with its own aisle access.
- 04A
Window·Recommended
Single seat with its own aisle access.
- 14A
Window·Recommended
Pitch about 34". 3" roomier than the rest of this cabin.
- 09C
Aisle·Recommended
Pitch about 34". 3" roomier than the rest of this cabin.
- 10C
Aisle·Recommended
Pitch about 34". 3" roomier than the rest of this cabin.
- 11C
Aisle·Recommended
Pitch about 34". 3" roomier than the rest of this cabin.
- 12C
Aisle·Recommended
Pitch about 34". 3" roomier than the rest of this cabin.
- 13C
Aisle·Recommended
Pitch about 34". 3" roomier than the rest of this cabin.
- 14C
Aisle·Recommended
Pitch about 34". 3" roomier than the rest of this cabin.
Is the better cabin worth it?
Compare the cabins on this aircraft side by side, so you can weigh the jump in pitch, width, and amenities against the fare.
| Spec | Domestic First | Main Cabin |
|---|---|---|
| Seats | 12 | 53 |
| Pitch | 37" | Seats 9 to 14AC: 35" Seats 9 to 10DF: 34" Seats 11 to 20DF: 29" Seats 15 to 20AC: 31" |
| Width | 20" | 18" |
| Recline | 5" | 3" |
| Power | 110V universal AC | 110V universal AC |
| Screen | Content streams to your own phone or tablet, Apple Music among it. These aircraft have no seatback screens. | Content streams to your own phone or tablet, Apple Music among it. These aircraft have no seatback screens. |
| Wi-Fi | Gogo satellite wifi | Gogo satellite wifi |
Embraer 170 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
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
Measured across the seat cushion between the inner edges of the armrests.
Seat recline
How far the seat tilts back from upright, measured as the travel at the headrest.
In-seat amenities
Adjustable armrest
Adjustable headrest
Air vent
Seatback screen
Streaming to device
Wi-Fi
Power outlet
USB port
Wireless charging
Bluetooth audio
Privacy door
Cabin features
Galley
Lavatory
Accessible lavatory
Washlet lavatory
Bar or lounge
Bassinet position
Prayer area
Snack station
Service animal seating
Peanut-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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