Transportation
American Airlines plans more than $2 billion in improvements during the next several years
in its fleet, seating, onboard amenities, airport areas and premium services, the carrier announced Monday. The investment includes 112 new aircraft next year and 84 the following year, fully lie-flat seats and direct-aisle-access seats in premium cabins on nearly every widebody jet, expanded availability of Wi-Fi and in-seat power, and worktable seating at gates in hub and gateway airports.