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American Airlines Considers Airbus and Boeing for Widebody Order
American Airlines is evaluating both Airbus and Boeing to replace its aging fleet of forty-seven Boeing 777-200ER aircraft, with a potential order totaling up to sixty-five widebody jets. While Boeing currently holds a fleet commonality advantage, American's leadership indicates Airbus remains a strong contender for the contract. The eventual deliveries are slated for the next decade, offering some capacity expansion. For aspiring airline pilots, a dual-fleet widebody decision could mean broader heavy-jet training pipelines and diversified career pathways at the legacy carrier.