United Airlines to introduce new business class on Boeing 787-9s

United Airlines (UA) is set to revolutionize its premium cabin experience with the introduction of a new business class product on its upcoming Boeing 787-9 Dreamliner deliveries in May 2025. The aircraft will feature an unprecedented 64 business class seats, establishing a new benchmark for premium capacity among U.S. carriers. This strategic move comes as United prepares to receive 140 new Boeing 787s, which will both expand their fleet and replace aging 767 and 777-200 aircraft. Aviation sources indicate the new premium-heavy configuration will debut in early May, featuring door-equipped suites and advanced amenities like wireless charging, flagged ViewfromtheWing. United’s new 787-9 configuration represents a significant premium capacity increase compared to its current fleet and competitors. The existing United 787-9s offer 48 business class seats, while American Airlines (AA) currently provides 30 business seats on their 787-9s, with plans to increase to 51 on new deliveries. United’s upcoming configuration will offer 25% more business class seats than American’s new layout and double the premium capacity of Delta Air Lines’ Airbus A350-900.<br/>