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As American Airlines approaches its 100th anniversary this year, it’s celebrating the milestone with a new series of centennial-themed inflight dining offerings designed to bring a taste of the airline’s origins into modern premium cabins.
Beginning February 9th, passengers will be able to pre-order a selection of these commemorative dishes ahead of their flights. The menus will debut in March across international and transcontinental Flagship® First and Flagship® Business cabins (followed by an April rollout in domestic First Class).
Inspired by the flavors and culinary trends of the 1920s, the decade American first took flight, the centennial dining program blends classic dishes of the era with contemporary presentation and inflight refinement. These look delicious.
A Taste of the 1920s in Domestic First Class
Launching in April, the domestic First Class centennial menu features updated interpretations of beloved 1920s favorites. This offers passengers nostalgic comfort with a premium twist.
Highlights include:
- Waldorf salad
- Boursin cream cheese dip (available exclusively on domestic long-haul routes)
- Beef Wellington served with roasted vegetables and asparagus topped with béarnaise sauce
- Pecan tart
These dishes reflect the hearty, elegant style of early 20th-century American dining while meeting the expectations of today’s First Class travelers.
Elevated Classics in Flagship® First and Flagship® Business
From March through August, customers flying in international Business Class and premium transcontinental Business Class will also enjoy a refined menu inspired by the sophistication of 1920s hotel dining.
The appetizer course includes:
- Classic prawn cocktail
- Waldorf salad
In April, American’s official centennial month, the appetizer offering becomes even more celebratory with premium additions such as:
- Caviar with blinis
- A deviled egg finished with crème fraîche
Entree selections continue the theme of timeless elegance, including:
- Beef Wellington with béarnaise sauce and roasted vegetables
- Chicken Florentine roulade paired with mashed potatoes and mushroom sauce
These limited-time offerings will remain available through August to give travelers multiple opportunities to experience the centennial touches across key premium cabins.
Honoring a Century of Global Connection
The centennial dining program is part of a broader celebration recognizing 100 years of American Airlines connecting people, places, and cultures worldwide. These inflight menus join a growing list of centennial initiatives already underway, including:
- A special centennial aircraft livery
- The rollout of a new centennial logo across digital platforms and planes
- A dedicated centennial website featuring airline history and commemorative merchandise
Throughout 2026, customers can also expect additional anniversary elements, including limited-edition amenity kits, pajamas, and other onboard surprises, with more announcements planned as the year unfolds.
Rhonda Crawford, American’s SVP of Customer Experience Design and Strategy, said:
Our centennial year is a chance to reflect on how far we’ve come while continuing to elevate the experience for our customers. 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.”
Anthony’s Take: This is a lot of fun and it seems like American is doing a better job than Delta and United did with the centennial. With its centennial-inspired menus, American Airlines is bringing the elegance of the past into the cabins of today. I really want to try the Beef Wellington.
(Featured Image Credit: American Airlines.)
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