US airlines have ditched first class for improved business cabins to optimize space and revenue. Some global carriers are adopting a different strategy as demand for more onboard luxury spikes.

The Numbers Tell a Stark Story Between 2019 and 2024, first class seats fell by roughly 40%, according to aviation analytics data. That's not a minor shift. It's a fundamental restructuring of how ...

WASHINGTON — JetBlue Airways plans to introduce first-class seating on its domestic routes beginning in 2026, marking a ...

First class isn’t dead — it’s just evolving. As airlines chase high-margin passengers, luxe cabins are back, but often rebranded or reimagined as ‘business plus’ instead. Coming as it usually does ...

Singapore Airlines is planning to add a four-seat first class to the Airbus aircraft it uses for its longest routes, a bet to attract high-spending travelers to flights that can top 17 hours. Stream ...

First-time flight upgraders should be aware of business and first-class etiquette. A flight expert shared his top tips for blending in with passengers who often book premium cabins. He said not to ask ...