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Chris is a seasoned aviation journalist and editor, with work featured in Forbes, CNN Travel, and Airways Magazine. He has interviewed industry leaders, covered inaugural flights, and reported from major events like the Paris and Farnborough Air Shows. As the founder of The Airchive, he preserves and shares aviation history with enthusiasts worldwide.

American Airlines’ Premium Economy on A321XLR is a delight

By |2026-01-04T16:18:00+00:00January 4th, 2026|Aviation, Stories|

After reviewing American Airlines’ inaugural Airbus A321XLR revenue flight from the vantage point of a Flagship Suite Business Class seat, I jumped on the return flight from Los Angeles to New York JFK in order to take its Premium Economy product for a spin — yes, on the very same day.

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Welcome to American’s A321XLR inaugural in a Flagship Suite

By |2026-01-04T16:14:55+00:00January 4th, 2026|Aviation, Stories|

We put American Airlines’ brand new Airbus A321XLR Flagship Suites to the test in this review for Runway Girl. How does this glam up measure against what it’s replacing and its competition? Is it possible to achieve wide-body comfort in a narrow-body aircraft? Well, yes… and no. There’s a lot of ground to cover in this story in the air.

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Flight Reductions Begin to Impact Travelers as Controller Shortages Grow

By |2025-11-29T15:51:12+00:00November 25th, 2025|Aviation, Stories|

Flight cuts across the United States are starting to affect travelers as air traffic controller shortages deepen. In a recent interview, Chris Sloan explains why smaller cities will feel the impact first, why airlines are canceling flights early, and what passengers should do to stay ahead of the disruption.

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American Airlines Unveils New Premium-Heavy 787-9

By |2025-06-08T20:58:34+00:00June 8th, 2025|Aviation, Stories|

American Airlines on May 29 unveiled a new premium-heavy configuration on its Boeing 787-9, marking its first significant long-haul cabin update in more than a decade and intensifying competition among U.S. carriers for premium international traffic.

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