As American Airlines celebrates its 100th anniversary in 2026, the company is marking the milestone with a new series of centennial‑themed inflight dining offerings.
Beginning Feb. 9, customers will be able to preorder these celebratory dishes ahead of their flights. The menus debut in March for international and transcontinental Flagship® First and Flagship®Business, followed by an April launch in domestic First Class. Inspired by the flavors and culinary trends of the 1920s — the decade American first took flight — the dishes bring a modern interpretation of the era to today’s premium travel experience.
“Our centennial year is a chance to reflect on how far we’ve come while continuing to elevate the experience for our customers,” said Rhonda Crawford, American’s SVP of Customer Experience Design and Strategy. “These menus celebrate the flavors that defined the early days of American Airlines in a way that feels special and memorable for today’s travelers.”
A taste of the 1920s in domestic First Class (April)
The domestic First Class menu features modern interpretations of beloved dishes from the 1920s, including:
- A crisp Waldorf salad
- Boursin cream cheese dip (available only on domestic long-haul routes)
- Beef Wellington with roasted vegetables and asparagus with bearnaise sauce
- A pecan tart for dessert
Elevated classics in international and transcontinental Flagship® First and Flagship®Business (March-August)
Customers traveling in international Business Class and transcontinental Business Class will experience a refined menu inspired by the sophistication of 1920s hotel dining. The appetizer course features:
- A classic prawn cocktail
- A crisp Waldorf salad
In April — American’s centennial month — the appetizer is further elevated with:
- Caviar
- Blinis
- A deviled egg finished with creme fraiche
Entree selections include:
- Beef Wellington with bearnaise sauce and roasted vegetables
- Chicken Florentine roulade served with mashed potatoes and mushroom sauce
These limited‑time offerings will be available across domestic First Class, international Business Class and transcontinental Business Class through August, giving customers celebratory touches throughout their journey. Each dish reflects the elegance and culinary character of the decade, thoughtfully adapted for the modern inflight experience.
