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American Airlines will stop upgrading elite flyers to business from coach on long domestic flights
Thursday, August 6, 2026
American Airlines announced it will discontinue complimentary upgrades from economy to business class on certain long domestic routes for elite frequent flyer members. The change affects passengers with elite status who previously received automatic upgrades on these specific flights. American Airlines did not specify which routes would be affected or when the policy change would take effect.
